Comic-Con schedule: Marvel Studios returns, plus other exciting panels
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Marvel Studios’ blockbuster panel at San Diego Comic-Con is officially set to return this year, joining dozens of other star-studded programs that fans are sure to get excited about when the convention gets underway.
The event, which runs from July 25 to July 29 at the San Diego Convention Center, is set to rebound back to its normal nerdy glory following last year’s convention, where the then-ongoing Hollywood strikes loomed large.
With less than two weeks to go before the comic extravaganza kicks off, we’ve highlighted some of the most exciting programming planned for this year’s Comic-Con — from must-see Hall H panels to hidden gem activities.
This schedule is subject to change. A full list of official San Diego Comic-Con events here.
Comic-Con Museum auctioning off movie memorabilia from ‘Harry Potter,’ ‘X-Men,’ ‘Batman’ and more
Thursday, July 25
The History of Peanuts in Animation
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Room 5AB
Panelists: Rob (Boots) Boutilier (“Camp Snoopy” showrunner), Paige Braddock (chief creative officer, creative arts; an EP on new Apple TV+ Peanuts content), Stephanie Betts (EVP, content creation, Wildbrain; an EP on new Apple TV+ Peanuts content), Caleb Bellavance (voice of Franklin in “Welcome Home Franklin”), Jason Mendelson (Lee Mendelson Film Productions), and Todd Barbee (voice of Charlie Brown in “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving”).
Description: Join in a journey through the Peanuts’ evolution from comic strip to today’s computer-animated original shows.
10th Annual Music Anatomy of a Superhero Along with Heroes
Time: 11:15 a.m.
Location: Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Panelists: Composers Rob Simonson (“Deadpool and Wolverine”), Christopher Lennertz (“Gen V”, “The Boys”), Leopold Ross (“Monarch: Legacy of Monsters,” “Shogun”), Michael Abels (“Star Wars: The Acolyte”), and Sherri Chung (“Found,” “Gremlins”); Moderated by Michael Giacchino (“The Batman,” “Spider-Man: Far from Home”).
Description: Join award-winning composers in a conversation about their scores and the role music plays in bringing superheroes to life on screen.
Paramount Animation and Hasbro Entertainment: “Transformers One”
Time: 11:45 a.m.
Location: Hall H
Panelists: Chris Hemsworth (Optimus Prime), Brian Tyree-Henry (Megatron), Keegan-Michael Key (Bumblebee), Academy Award-winning director Josh Cooley and producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura.
Description: Paramount Animation and Hasbro Entertainment bring together the cast and creative team for the upcoming, “Transformers One,” to discuss the feature film with exclusive never-before-seen footage.
Jack Kirby’s Mythology
Time: 12 p.m.
Location: Room 4
Panelists: Jack Kirby’s granddaughter Tracy Kirby, biographer Ray Wyhman, Jr., cartoonist Bruce Simon, and artist Mark Badger. Moderated by Rand Hoppe (Jack Kirby Museum).
Description: Take a look at iconic 1960s Marvel comic book artist, Jack Kirby, and how his love for mythology shaped the characters he created and his career at large.
Celebrating 25 Years of Nickelodeon’s “SpongeBob SquarePants”
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Hall H
Panelists: Voice actors Tom Kenny (SpongeBob), Bill Fagerbakke (Patrick), Carolyn Lawrence (Sandy), Rodger Bumpass (Squidward), Clancy Brown (Mr. Krabs), and Mr. Lawrence (Plankton), along with executive producers Marc Ceccarelli and Vincent Waller. Moderated by “Good Burgers”’ Ed (Kel Mitchell).
Description: Celebrate 25 years of Nickelodeon’s hit show “SpongeBob SquarePants.”
Unveiling the VFX Magic: 20th Century Studios’ “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes”
Time: 1:45 p.m.
Location: Room 6A
Panelists: “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” lead cast, Freya Allen (“The Witcher”), Kevin Durand (“X-Men Origins: Wolverine”), Owen Teague (“It Chapter Two”) and Peter Macon (“The Orville”) alongside Halon Entertainment visualization supervisor Casey Pyke (“The Batman”), Wētā FX visual effects supervisor Eric Winquist (“Avatar”) and one of the film’s editors, Dan Zimmerman (“The Maze Runner”).
Description: Delve into the technical and human elements that created the visual effects masterpiece — “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.”
“Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles“
Time: 2:15 p.m.
Location: Room 6BCF
Panelists: Voice cast of the new Paramount+ original series “Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,” alongside the series’ producers. Moderated by stand-up comedian, Claire Lim.
Description: Dive into the upcoming series for Paramount+ following the iconic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles as they emerge from the sewers and onto the streets of NYC.
“Percy Jackson and the Olympians”
Time: 2:15 p.m.
Location: Hall H
Panelists: “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” lead cast, Walker Scobell (Percy Jackson), Leah Sava Jeffries (Annabeth) and Aryan Simhadri (Grover Underwood), alongside co-creator and executive producer Jonathan E. Steinberg. Moderated by the actor who portrayed Hades in the series, Jay Duplass.
Description: Join the cast and creative team of the hit Disney+ show, “Percy Jackson and the Olympians,” as they discuss adapting the beloved book series and the first season’s triumph, answer questions during an exclusive fan Q&A and take a look back at the series’ production and launch.
Behind the Action of Peacock’s Gladiator Epic “Those About to Die”
Time: 3 p.m.
Location: Ballroom 20
Panelists: “Those About to Die” cast, Iwan Rheon, Sara Martins, Moe Hashim, Jojo Macari and Dimitri Leonidas, with executive producer and director, Roland Emmerich. Moderated by Perri Nemiroff of Collider.
Description: Take a look at the upcoming Roman Empire-set series, “Those About to Die.”
“What We Do in the Shadows” Farewell Tour Kick-Off
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Location: Hall H
Panelists: “What We Do in the Shadows” cast, Kayvan Novak, Matt Berry, Mark Proksch, Kristen Schaal, alongside executive producers Paul Simms and Kyle Newacheck.
Description: Join America’s favorite vampire roommates as they kick-off their tour ahead of the FX hit show’s sixth final season. Plus, see a brand-new episode from the upcoming season.
“Star Wars”: Stories from a Galaxy Far, Far Away
Time: 4:15 p.m.
Location: Ballroom 20
Panelists: Voice cast of the upcoming animated show, “Star Wars Outlaws,” legendary “Star Wars” voice actor Dee Bradley Baker, and “Star Wars” writers, Justina Ireland, Tessa Gratton and Cavan Scott. Moderated by Patton Oswalt.
Description: Join storytellers of all kinds in a panel celebrating the creativity across the Star Wars Galaxy, with details about upcoming books, comics and games.
35th Anniversary of “Kiki’s Delivery Service”
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Room 25ABC
Panelists: Hirokatsu Kihara (Studio Ghibli production coordinator from 1985 to 1990)
Description: Celebrate the anniversary of one of Studio Ghibli’s most iconic films by going behind the scenes into its making.
Marvel Studios: The Ultimate Deadpool & Wolverine Celebration of Life
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Hall H
Panelists: TBA
Description: Preview the upcoming movie, “Deadpool & Wolverine.”
Friday, July 26
Let’s Hear It for Prime Video’s “The Boys”
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Hall H
Panelists: “The Boys” showrunner Eric Kripke with the series’ stars.
Description: Hear from the cast and creator of the head-exploding series, “The Boys,” on the heels of the season four finale release.
“The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power”
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Hall H
Panelists: “Rings of Power” cast and series’ showrunners.
Description: Return to Middle-earth as the cast and creative team behind “Rings of Power” give an inside look at the upcoming second season, premiering on Aug. 29.
Adult Swim’s “Rick and Morty: The Anime” First Look
Time: 12 p.m.
Location: Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Panelists: “Rick and Morty: The Anime” writer/director Takashi Sano, producers Joseph Chou and Takenari Maeda, and Adult Swim’s head of action and anime Jason DeMarco.
Description: Get a special sneak peek into the upcoming animated show inside the multiverse of “Rick and Morty.”
Into the Whoinverse: A “Doctor Who” Panel
Time: 12:30 p.m.
Location: Hall H
Panelists: “Doctor Who” stars, Ncuti Gatwa (Fifteenth Doctor) and Millie Gibson (Ruby Sunday), join showrunner and writer Russel T Davies. Moderated by Josh Horowitz.
Description: Hop aboard the TARDIS to discuss the latest “Doctor Who” season and its game-changing finale episode. The trio will also share behind-the-scenes stories, fan surprises and a special sneak peek.
Supersuits. From Concept to Reality
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Panelists: Costume designers Laura Jean Shannon, Sarah Jeanne Mgeni, Gina DeDomenico, Andrew Clement, Jessie Raye and Shannon Short. Moderated by actor Doug Jones (“Pan’s Labyrinth”)
Description: Team LJ Supersuits pulls back the curtain to give fans an exclusive look into the process of building and designing specialty costumes for TV shows and films, including “The Boys,” “The Boys: Gen V,” “Black Lightning,” “Superman & Lois,” and more.
“The Walking Dead: Dead City” Season 2
Time: 1:45 p.m.
Location: Hall H
Panelists: “The Walking Dead: Dead City” cast and executive producers, incluidng showrunner Eli Jorné, executive producer Scott Gimple, Lauren Cohan (Maggie), Jeffrey Dean Morgan (Negan), Gaius Charles (Armstrong) and ?eljko Ivanek (The Croat). Moderated by Chris Hardwick.
Description: Join in on a discussion about the AMC series’ upcoming second season, featuring the debut of an “exclusive asset” before it returns.
Prime Video: “Like a Dragon: Yakuza”
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Location: Room 5AB
Panelists: Series lead member Ryoma Takeuchi joins producers and a surprise A-list star from the cast.
Description: Get an exclusive look at the TV adaptation of SEGA’s iconic game and delve into its creation.
Marvel Fanfare with C.B. Cebulski and Kevin Feige
Time: 3 p.m.
Location: Room 6DE
Panelists: Marvel Comics editor-in-chief C.B. Cebulski and Marvel Studios’ president Kevin Feige.
Description: Join these two Marvel masters as they discuss their mutual love for all things Marvel Comics along with some special surprises, including insider insights and anecdotes. Plus, there’s a giveaway comic.
“Bob’s Burgers“
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Panelists: Creator and executive producer Loren Bouchard, executive producers Nora Smith and Holly Schlesinger and supervising director Bernard Derriman, plus the show’s voice cast, H. Jon Benjamin, John Roberts, Kristen Schaal, Eugene Mirman, Dan Mintz, and Larry Murphy.
Description: Hear about the upcoming season for the hit animated series, “Bob’s Burgers,” including exclusive sneak peeks, a lively panel discussion and an audience Q&A.
Cosplay is Drag II: Revenge of the Wig!
Time: 5 p.m.
Location: Grand 12 &13, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Panelists: Chad Hatter (“Robot Chicken”), Pam Demic (costume designer, “Workaholics”), and Broadway divas Claire Voyance, Leeko Rae and April Showers.
Description: Join in on a lively discussion about the crossroads of where cosplay meets drag, as well as how to navigate these art forms in the modern world.
“Dexter: Original Sin”
Time: 5:45 p.m.
Location: Ballroom 20
Panelists: Cast, creator and executive producers of “Dexter: Original Sin.”
Description: Get an exclusive look at the upcoming prequel to the beloved series, “Dexter,” including insights into what fans should expect and a few exciting surprises.
“Dexter: Original Sin”
Time: 5:45 p.m.
Location: Ballroom 20
Panelists: Cast, creator and executive producers of “Dexter: Original Sin.”
Description: Get an exclusive look at the upcoming prequel to the beloved series, “Dexter,” including insights into what fans should expect and a few exciting surprises.
Saturday, July 27
“Ghosts”
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Ballroom 20
Panelists: “Ghosts” series stars and executive producers.
Description: Hear all about CBS and Paramount+’s hit comedy “Ghosts,” including a spirited discussion about the season 3 cliffhanger, the making of the show and what fans should expect in season 4.
Celebrating 50 Years of Dungeons & Dragons
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Room 6DE
Panelists: D&E experts Anjali Bhimani, Kailey Bray, Luke Gygax, Jim Zub and Matt Forbeck. Moderated by Ross Thompson.
Description: Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Dungeons & Dragons with a discussion about the tabletop game’s rise in pop culture.
“Superman & Lois” Special Video Presentation and Q&A
Time: 11:15 a.m.
Location: Hall H
Panelists: Join the stars of “Superman & Lois” along with executive producers: Greg Berlanti (“Arrow,” “The Flash”), Todd Helbing (“The Flash”), Brent Fletcher (“Lost,” “Marvel Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.”), Sarah Schechter (“Riverdale”) and Geoff Johns (“Titans,” “DC’s Stargirl”).
Description: Following the action-packed finale of season three, dive into the world of “Superman & Lois,” including a first look at the upcoming fourth and final season, a fan Q&A, and a special video presentation.
Stan Lee: The Next 100 Years
Time: 12 p.m.
Location: Room 9
Panelists: Marc Guggenheim (executive producer of the “Arrowverse”), Michael Uslan (executive producer of the Batman franchise), David Yu (founder, CEO of VeVe Digital Collectibles and Comics) and Burton Morris (internationally renowned fine artist).
Description: Hear from four industry leaders as they discuss working with Stan Lee, his legacy and what the next 100 years of Stan Lee will look like.
ABC’s “Abbot Elementary” Class in Session
Time: 12:30 p.m.
Location: Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Panelists: Creator, star and executive producer Quinta Brunson and stars Tyler James Williams, Janelle James, Chris Perfetti, Lisa Ann Walter, William Stanford Davis and Sheryl Lee Ralph, alongside executive producers Justin Halpern, Patrick Shumacker, Randal Einhor and Brian Rubenstein.
Description: Class is in session as the stars and creative team of the hit show “Abbot Elementary” take fans behind-the-scenes into the award-winning comedy’s making.
“Star Trek” Universe
Time: 1:45 p.m.
Location: Hall H
Panelists: Cast and producers from “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” and “Star Trek: Lower Decks,” as well as new cast members from “Star Trek: Section 31.”
Description: The fan-favorite Star Trek Universe panel returns with back-to-back conversations from the cast and creative teams behind several fan-favorite properties. Plus, surprises and reveals Trekkies will not want to miss.
World Premiere Screening and Q&A Panel of Prime Video’s “Batman: Caped Crusader”
Time: 2:45 p.m.
Location: Room 6BCF
Panelists: Executive producer Matt Reeves and the cast of the show.
Description: Listen in on a discussion about the highly anticipated series, “Batman: Caped Crusader,” on Prime Video. Plus, get a world-premiere screening of bits from the upcoming season.
DreamWorks Animation’s “The Wild Robot”
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Room 6BCF
Panelists: Oscar Award-nominated writer and director Chris Sanders, Oscar Award winner Lupita Nyong’o and “Heartstopper” star Kit Connor.
Description: The filmmakers and stars of DreamWorks Animation’s new feature film, based on the bestselling literary phenomenon by Peter Brown, unveil bits about the creativity and artistry that went into creating the upcoming adaptation.
“The Penguin” Panel
Time: 4:45 p.m.
Location: Hall H
Panelists: “The Penguin” stars, Colin Farrell, Cristin Milioti and Rhenzy Feliz, and executive producers Matt Reeves, Lauren LeFranc and Dylan Clark.
Description: Focus in on the upcoming HBO Original limited series, “The Penguin,” following the iconic DC antagonist, gangster Oz Cobb. Continuing Matt Reeves’ “The Batman” crime epic, the series is set to debut on Max in September.
Marvel Studios
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Hall H
Panelists: Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige and special guests.
Description: Get an inside look at the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Sunday, July 26
“Star Trek: Prodigy”
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Room 6DE
Panelists: “Star Trek” voice actor Kate Mulgrew and executive producers, Kevin and Dan Hageman.
Description: CBS Studios invites all Trekkies to a special screening from an episode from the new season of “Star Trek: Prodigy,” plus an exclusive conversation about the show.
Women of Marvel
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Location: Room 6A
Panelists: TBA
Description: Talent from across the Marvel universe will assemble to talk about breaking in as a creative, building a career in nerd spaces, how fandom has changed, and being a part of Marvel’s 85-year legacy. Marvel Studios producers and Marvel Comics creators talk about what’s next for them and for Marvel.
“Godzilla: Minus One” Path (of Destruction) to an Oscar Win
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Location: Room 25ABC
Panelists: “Godzilla: Minus One” visual effects team. Moderated by Jessica Tseang (pop culture speaker, The History Channel).
Description: Take a look at the making of the cultural phenomenon, “Godzilla: Minus One.” Discover how “Space Battleship Yamato,” “Doraemon,” “Lupin III,” and a Godzilla theme park ride all factor into the journey that ultimately led to the Oscar and multi award-winning success that is “Godzilla: Minus One.” This panel will have a giveaway.
“X-Men” Fandom Panel Celebrating “X-Men ’97”
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Room 6BCF
Panelists: “X-Men ’97” stars Cal Dodd (Wolverine), Lenore Zann (Rogue), Alison Sealy-Smith (Storm), Holly Chou (Jubilee), JP Karliak (Morph), Isaac Robinson-Smith (Bishop), Gui Agustini (Sunspot), Catherine Disher (Val Cooper, 1992’s Jean Grey) and Alyson Court (Abscissa, 1992’s Jubilee). Moderated by Chandler Poling and Chris Riley of X-Reads Podcast.
Description: The fifth edition of this fan-favorite panel, join the cast and creatives of “X-Men ’97” to talk all things X-Men.
“Godzilla: Minus One” Path (of Destruction) to an Oscar Win
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Location: Room 25ABC
Panelists: “Godzilla: Minus One” visual effects team. Moderated by Jessica Tseang (pop culture speaker, The History Channel).
Description: Take a look at the making of the cultural phenomenon, “Godzilla: Minus One.” Discover how “Space Battleship Yamato,” “Doraemon,” “Lupin III,” and a Godzilla theme park ride all factor into the journey that ultimately led to the Oscar and multi award-winning success that is “Godzilla: Minus One.” This panel will have a giveaway.
“Power Rangers”: The Past, Present and Future of the Franchise
Time: 2:15 p.m.
Location: Room 5AB
Panelists: The original Black Ranger Walter Jones, along with Tracy Lynn Cruz (Turbo and Power Rangers in Space), Chris Khayman Lee (Power Rangers in Space), Davi Santos (Dino Charge), Blake Foster (Turbo), Peter Adrian Sudarso (Ninja Steel), and Selwyn Ward (Turbo and Power Rangers in Space). Moderated by actor and comedian Ben Kliewer (TheConGuy.com).
Description: After three successful decades on the air, a Power Rangers reboot has been discussed, but no solid plans have been announced. The Con Guy joins some of your favorite Ranger actors and others from across the years to discuss the past, present, and possible future of the series.
Buffy: “Once More with Feeling”: An Interactive Whedonverse Musical
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Location: Room 6BCF
Panelists: TBA
Description: The powers that be behind Fandom Charities, HellmouthCon, and SixDegressOfGeek host an interactive screening of the “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” musical episode “Once More with Feeling” as Comic-Con’s big closing event!
Have a great Comic-Con fellow nerds!
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