Lindelof Explains Hal Jordan's 'I Hope I Mattered' Line in Lanterns
At the Lanterns finale press conference, co-creator Damon Lindelof said Hal Jordan's final line was directed at John Stewart, not at his own legacy.
Damon Lindelof, co-creator of Lanterns, said at the show's finale press conference that Hal Jordan's final line, "I hope I mattered," was directed at John Stewart rather than about his superhero legacy.
The scene takes place at Hal's funeral, where John Stewart reads a eulogy that Hal wrote before his death. According to comingsoon.net, Lindelof said the line means Hal hoped he mattered to John.
Aaron Pierre plays John Stewart opposite Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan in Lanterns. Season 1 is available to watch on HBO Max.
Background
Lanterns was created by Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King and follows Hal and John investigating a murder in Rushville, Nebraska. Throughout Season 1, Hal serves as an experienced Green Lantern and mentor figure to John, with a complicated relationship.
Quick answers
Where can I watch Lanterns Season 1?
Lanterns Season 1 is available to watch on HBO Max.
Who plays Hal Jordan and John Stewart in Lanterns?
Kyle Chandler plays Hal Jordan and Aaron Pierre plays John Stewart.
What does 'I hope I mattered' mean in Lanterns?
Co-creator Damon Lindelof said the line is directed at John Stewart and means Hal hoped he mattered to John.