Lanterns' Major Villain Gives CBR an Exclusive Interview

Also, Resident Evil and the (Possible) End of The Walking Dead

September 14, 2026 Welcome to The Backstage Pass! Did you figure out who the Manhunter was on Lanterns before the Big Bad Villain was revealed? Some fans claim they guessed the villain’s true identity after episode 4. But if you watched Sunday night’s chapter, it was made very clear who the Manhunter is. Or was. And we have an EXCLUSIVE interview with them, that you can read right now! Let’s get on with the show… – Sean O’Connell, CBR Deputy Editor Lanterns revealed Sunday night that Poorna Jagannathan’s character, Zoe Macon, was the villain manipulating the town of Rushville for various purposes. The Manhunter killed Abin Sur, the Lantern who brought a ring down to Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler). And the extent of her plan has yet to be revealed. Following the huge reveal, Lanterns star Jagannathan sat down with CBR to discuss her performance, and the decisions she made that brought her to the comic book genre. This is a must read! Lanterns Villain Poorna Jagannathan Is A Superstar Hiding In Plain Sight By Sean O'Connell Sep 14, 2026 The Never Have I Ever star steps into a bright green spotlight, and she has no intention of leaving. The Walking Dead: Dead City brought Season 3 to a close on Sunday night, but with the finale came what co-star Lauren Cohan calls “a rebirth” for her legendary character Maggie. It’s worth noting that the series has not been renewed for Season 4 just yet. So as you read our exclusive conversations with Cohan, think about the fact that this most recent episode might also serve as a series finale. What The Walking Dead: Dead City Season 3’s Ending Means for Maggie’s Future By Katie Doll Sep 13, 2026 Lauren Cohan explains why Maggie’s Season 3 ending represents a rebirth — and how she finally sees herself differently. Dead City’s Showrunner Sets Up Maggie and Negan's Next Conflict By Katie Doll Sep 13, 2026 It's been a long journey for The Walking Dead's Maggie and Negan — nearly 10 years since Negan killed Glenn, to be exact. Since then, the two have shared the screen on not one, but two Walking Dead shows. Their relationship has controversially transformed from sworn enemies to allies, with Dead City even implicating that they're soulmates. The Walking Dead’s Lauren Cohan Confirms Why Maggie and Negan Will Always Be ‘Stuck Together’ PARTNER CONTENT: The Palworld OFFICIAL CARD GAME launched July 30, 2026, and fans of the video game have plenty of reasons to be excited about the jump to tabletop. Palworld is a fun experience on its own merits, and people who adored the video game will love its cardboard equivalent. The Palworld OFFICIAL CARD GAME is a 1v1 card game that involves deploying Pals and using them to defeat the opponent. While it's technically possible to win when the opponent's deck runs out of cards, most games will be won by destroying the opponent through superior numbers and building powerful bases that can withstand assaults. The game is full of Pals that fans will recognize, but they’re given fresh abilities and powers to match the new game they're appearing in. It’s perfect for existing fans of Palworld and anyone who enjoys TCGs. 10 Reasons Palworld Fans Will Fall in Love With the Official Card Game This article is part of a paid sponsorship with Palworld. Read More » Brian Cronin finds the coolest Comics stories, and brings them to CBR. Did you guys know that Tomb Raider is about to crossover into the world of G.I. Joe? Neither did I, but Cronin sat down with Kyle Higgins to preview his upcoming book, show off some exclusive artwork, and talk about Lara Croft’s mysterious past: G.I. Joe/Tomb Raider Writer Confirms How Lara Croft Officially Digs Through G.I. Joe's Past By Brian Cronin Sep 13, 2026 In a CBR exclusive interview with G.I. Joe/Tomb Raider writer, Kyle Higgins, see how Lara Croft dug through the past of G.I. Joe in this crossover We all love Reacher. I personally think this most recent season, which basically has Reacher (Alan Ritchson) fighting the entire city of Philadelphia, is the best one yet. And I’m equally excited for Neagley, the Reacher spinoff starring Maria Sten that begins streaming on Amazon Prime Video on September 16: Neagley: Maria Sten Breaks Down Her Wild Stunts By Rachel Leishman Sep 14, 2026 Neagley puts Maria Sten’s stunt skills front and center. The Reacher star reveals how much of the Prime Video spinoff’s physical action she can actually perform herself. And finally, Zach Cregger is the hottest name in Horror. His brilliant movie Weapons won Oscars, and he’s returning to cinemas for a hotly anticipated chapter of the Resident Evil saga… which promises to have his own unique spin on the narrative. He sat down with CBR to discuss his approach to the material: Resident Evil: Zach Cregger Reveals His Game Obsession By Grae Drake Sep 9, 2026 Director Zach Cregger and actor Austin Abrams break down the 2026 adaptation, including Cregger’s longtime love of the Resident Evil games and how repetition has turned playing them into “muscle memory.” Cregger also explains how he works with the marketing team to protect major spoilers while giving feedback on trailers and promotional material. Abrams discusses what drew him to Brian, the character’s relationship, and his fear surrounding the possibility of having a child. Plus, Cregger teases memorable Resident Evil moments fans haven’t seen yet. Have a great week, and I’ll talk to y’all next Monday!

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