Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Funko! Pop Yourself and Pop! Mystery Exclusive SDCC Experiences

Funko is bringing con attendees all-new Spider-Man Pop! Yourself and Pop! Mystery experiences to the con floor! 


Fans can embrace their inner superhero with the Pop! Yourself Spider-Man: Brand New Day SDCC Exclusive Bundle, an immersive, convention-only experience available exclusively at SDCC. Priced at $60, the SDCC-exclusive Pop! Yourself Spider-Man: Brand New Day Bundle includes: 

  • A custom Pop! Yourself Spider-Man: Brand New Day cosplay figure 

  • Select (2) Spider-Man-inspired accessory options, including: Spider Web, Spider-Man-themed Convention Lanyard, Spider-Man Cosplay Mask

  • A Bitty Pop! Hulk collectible 

  • Exclusive SDCC convention-themed packaging and stickers 

  • A protective Pop! display protector 

The Auction by Google Play Coming to Comic-Con

 


DC Launches Unlock DC as Fans Prepare to Take Over San Diego

DC today announced that registration is now open for Unlock DC, a new digital destination that brings together everything fans need to experience DC across the convention hall and the city. 
 
Unlock DC serves as the central hub for all to discover DC programming, activations, panels and experiences. The mobile-first web experience brings together DC's full convention footprint into one destination, making it easier for everyone to navigate everything DC has happening across the convention hall and the city. Register in advance to jump into Unlock DC as soon as it goes live Thursday morning. Early registrants will receive a notification the moment the experience launches. 

Disney Announces New Shopping Experiences and Exclusive Merchandise Available to Fans at D23 Expo

 

Today, Disney unveiled the full lineup of exclusive retail experiences and merchandise coming to D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event presented by Visa, taking place August 14, 15, and 16, 2026, in Anaheim, California. Shopping will once again be a cornerstone of this year's celebration, offering fans even more ways to engage with the stories, characters, and brands they love. Highlights include an all-new store from Mickey's of Glendale; The Disney Experiences Auction – Rare and Remarkable Finds from Disney Parks featuring props, artwork, and other unique treasures; limited-edition pins and collectibles; first-to-market brand collaborations and books; event-exclusive apparel; collectible vinyl records; and more.

Spanning the Disney universe, these curated shopping destinations transform retail into an immersive part of the event, offering attendees access to exclusive releases, limited-edition merchandise, and unique treasures available only at the event, while creating new ways for fans to celebrate their connection to Disney. Reflecting the passion of Disney’s global fandom and the company’s unmatched ability to create cherished stories that span generations, D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is one of the most highly anticipated events of the year and brings Disney’s unmatched ability to create meaningful connections to life through experiences designed especially for its most passionate fans.

“Shopping is a fan-favorite part of the event, and this year our teams across Disney have come together to make it truly one of a kind,” said Michael Vargo, head of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club. “We can’t wait for fans to discover exclusive merchandise they won’t find anywhere else and take a piece of the magic home to enjoy long after the event ends.”

FX’s AHS 13 Flavors at San Diego Comic-Con

Here's the lineup of where to get 12 of the 13 Flavors of FX's AHS Ice Cream during San Diego Comic Con this year. The 13th scoop experience details will be announced on Saturday morning on FX's socials. 

Thursday, 7/23
 
10AM - 2PM
COVEN: Fifth Ave. Landing Lot B
FREAK SHOW: Hilton San Diego Bayfront Lawn
 
3PM - 7PM
MURDER HOUSE: Copley Alley at the Horton Grand Hotel
ASYLYM: MLK Promenade
 
Friday, 7/24
 
10AM - 2PM
HOTEL: Fifth Ave. Landing Lot B
CULT: Hilton San Diego Bayfront Lawn
 
3PM - 7PM
APOCALYPSE: Copley Alley at the Horton Grand Hotel
ROANOKE: MLK Promenade
 
Saturday, 7/25
 
10AM - 2PM
1984: Copley Alley at the Horton Grand Hotel
DELICATE: Hilton San Diego Bayfront Lawn
 
1PM - 5PM
DOUBLE FEATURE: Fifth Ave. Landing Lot B
NYC: MLK Promenade

 All giveaways while supplies last.

HASBRO PRESENTS A BLOCKBUSTER LINEUP OF ICONIC BRANDS, NEW IPS, AND FAN EXPERIENCES AT SDCC 2026

 


Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company today announced an action-packed lineup of products, panels and fan-first experiences for San Diego Comic-Con. At Booth #3213, fans can explore an unmatched portfolio of iconic Hasbro brands including Transformers, Dungeons & DragonsMagic: The GatheringMy Little Pony, G.I. Joe, and Power Rangers—alongside premier collaboration brands like Star Wars™ and Marvel from Disney Consumer Products, KPop Demon Hunters from Netflix, The Legend of Zelda from Nintendo, Ghostbusters from Sony, Beyblade X from ADK Emotions NY Inc. and T-Licensing Inc., and many more. 

“San Diego Comic-Con remains one of the most exciting moments of the year for fans and for Hasbro,” said Billy Lagor, President of Toys & Board Games at Hasbro. “It’s where fandom comes to life, and for us, it’s a chance to celebrate the stories, characters, and worlds fans love most. From must-have product exclusives at our Hasbro Pulse Store to highly anticipated brand panels and exciting new collaborations with globally loved entertainment properties, we’re continuing to expand what’s possible in the fan space.  Throughout the weekend, we’re creating moments that spark connection, fuel nostalgia, and bring fans of all generations together through the joy of play.” 

Mondo's Toy Talk Live Panel at SDCC


Join members of the Mondo creative team, along with special guest moderator Bryan Starr, for our Toy Talk Live panel, where we'll take a deeper look at the latest and upcoming releases. Attendees joining us on Thursday, July 23, from 2:00–3:00 PM PT in Room 7AB will receive a panel exclusive poster designed by Nolan Fleming, and have a chance to win one of many giveaways!

While you're exploring, don't forget to discover everything we're bringing to the Mondo booth (Hall G, #5137). Hidden beneath the surface, we've reeled in a few very limited quantity, in-booth only, Warehouse Finds.

The Nacelle Company & Oni Press Celebrate THE ART OF THE TOYS THAT MADE US on KICKSTARTER


 

Oni Press, the multiple Eisner and Harvey Award–winning publisher of groundbreaking comics and graphic novels since 1997, and global entertainment powerhouse The Nacelle Company are proud to reveal THE ART OF THE TOYS THAT MADE US, capturing the instantly recognizable designs, artwork, advertising, concept art, and more from the brands behind the smash-hit streaming series created by Nacelle founder and CEO Brian Volk-Weiss.
After three hit seasons (with two new seasons on the way), get ready to watch THE TOYS THAT MADE US rocket off of television screens and into a brand-new, lovingly designed set of deluxe, oversized hardcover art books debuting first on Kickstarter, alongside an eye-popping array of limited edition merchandise and collectibles. In the immortal words of every Saturday morning toy commercial: “Get them while supplies last!”
Packed with artwork, stories, and behind-the-scenes details assembled from THE TOYS THAT MADE US archives, this two-volume set is the ultimate accessory for the toy brands you know and love. Clocking in at roughly 250 pages each, this deluxe hardcover artbook set will take an eye-popping look at the world-class brands and awe-inspiring iconography that define THE TOYS THAT MADE US, including Hasbro’s G.I. Joe, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, My Little Pony, Nerf, and Transformers; Mattel Inc.’s iconic brands Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Masters Of The Universe®, and Polly Pocket®; and Nacelle’s own BIKER FROM MARS, POWER LORDS, ROBOFORCE, SECTAURS, C.O.W.–BOYS OF MOO MESA, BARNYARD COMMANDOS, and THE GREAT GARLOO.

UDON'S COMIC-CON 2026 FULL SCHEDULE



UDON AT COMIC-CON 2026!

UDON Entertainment returns to Comic-Con International: San Diego 2026 with incredible creators, exclusive merch, and a full slate of signings and panels!

July 17, 2026UDON Entertainment is BACK AT COMIC-CON! Join us at booth #100 just inside the Hall A doors for an incredible booth design, exclusive merchandise, signings featuring Shinkiro and the UDON Crew, and so much more!

Keep reading for:

SIGNINGS - PANELS - COMICS AND MERCH, INCLUDING:
SHINKIRO - STREET FIGHTER - SHANTAE - MEGA MAN - DARKSTALKERS - PERSONA 5

Monday, July 20, 2026

MESHUGGAH Announces Exclusive Signing and Limited-Edition Transformers Collaboration at SDCC 2026

MESHUGGAH members Tomas Haake and Mårten Hagström will make a special appearance at San Diego Comic-Con, signing for fans at the Reigning Phoenix Music/Stern Pinball booth, #4029, on Friday, July 24, at 3:30 p.m.

The appearance will coincide with the unveiling of a limited-edition MESHUGGAH x Hasbro’s Transformers T-shirt, created to celebrate four decades of The Transformers: The Movie and three decades of MESHUGGAH’s seminal album Destroy Erase Improve.

The collaboration draws inspiration from the transformation of Megatron in the 1986 animated film. After being destroyed in battle by Optimus Prime, Megatron is betrayed by Starscream and cast into space, before being rebuilt by Unicron as Galvatron, a narrative progression that mirrors the title Destroy Erase Improve.

“Big machinery. Massive destruction. Reconfiguration. A pretty accurate analogy to our sound, is it not?” says Mårten Hagström.

The Must-Have SDCC Cards to Chase from KAYOU


For trading card collectors and fans alike, the real thrill of San Diego Comic-Con isn't just getting into the show – it's scoring the hottest merch! This year, KAYOU has turned SDCC into the ultimate chase with a slate of promotional (PR) trading cards that can only be found across three locations: the San Diego Convention Center, the Interactive Zone at Petco Park, and Tito Rick's Garage.

Leading the chase is KAYOU’s exclusive collaboration with BOOM! Studios and My Little Pony. Fans can chase six cards that come together to form a panoramic illustration of the Mane 6 by legendary My Little Pony artist Andy Price. At BOOM! Studios' booth (#2229), fans can pick up an SDCC-exclusive blind bag, featuring a BOOM! Studios comic book cover paired with its matching KAYOU trading card – plus two additional random cards to collect!

IDW Panels, Signings & More at SDCC 2026


SDCC 2026: IDW EXCLUSIVES (booth #2729)
  • EXCLUSIVE COVERS

    • GODZILLA VS AMERICA: SAN DIEGO one shot cover by Godtail

    • THE ROCKETEER: INFILTRATOR! #1 by Nathan Szerdy

    • SONIC X GODZILLA #1 by Natalie Haines

    • STAR TREK: RED SHIRTS - GHOST OF THE 21ST CENTURY #1 by Tristan Jones, Charlie Kirchoff

    • THE HORROR OF GODZILLA #1 by Andrew K Currey

    • TMNT #300 lithograph by Chuck U

    • TMNT: THE LAST RONIN - TRAINING DAY by Attack Peter

    • TMNT: THE LAST RONIN #1 reprint variant cover by Boss Logic

  • EARLY ACCESS

    • HELLO KITTY AND FRIENDS: HELLO WORLD #1 by Mirka Andolfo

    • EVENT HORIZON: DARK DESCENT hardcover edition cover by Tristan Jones  

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pizzeria

 

We had the chance to check the TMNT Pizzeria during their grand opening weekend. If you grew up with the TMNT, you need to visit them in Santa Monica, CA. Nostalgia at it's finest. The attention to detail. Free video games. The party van, TGRI, pizza, drinks, Michelangelo, exclusive merch, OG tmnt cartoons. The dining area inside is limited but they have more tables outside.

Minions & Monsters Takeover Carney's Restaurant in Los Angeles

So Cal has been getting a lot of great movie promotions. We were in LA and decide to check out the Minions & Monsters installation at Carney's on Sunset Blvd. Carney's has been in this location since the 1970s and have been serving up their original burgers and hot dogs. The restaurant is located inside a converted Union Pacific railroad car. Really awesome marketing and the employees dressed up as minions. 

ISLA MONSTRO UNLEASHES ON SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON


Abyssmal Entertainment and The Nacelle Company are proud to announce that the new adult animated sci-fi comedy film ISLA MONSTRO will have a presence at the 2026 San Diego Comic-Con International. The film was recently released streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and more June 30th. 

Saturday, July 18, 2026

Weirder Together: Meow Wolf + Titmouse Panel at SDCC 2026

 

This collaboration really piqued our interest. Have you ever been to Omega Mart by Meow Wolf in Las Vegas or their other locations in Santa Fe, Denver, Grapevine or Houston? Combine that with Titmouse which is the animation studio behind The Venture Bros, Big Mouth, Beavis and Butt-head etc... This panel will have some reveals of what to expect for their Los Angeles Exhibition which will be opening later this year. We have been to Omega Mart and the immersive installations are incredible with so much attention to detail. We are very excited about this collaboration! 

Check out their panel “Weirder Together: Meow Wolf + Titmouse,” taking place Thursday, July 23 from 4:00–5:00 PM in Room 25ABC

We can't wait for the panel reveals and look forward to the opening of their Los Angeles Exhibition. Check out our previous post which has their official press release. 

Heavy Metal and Genseven Creations at SDCC 2026

 


Heavy Metal and Genseven Creations are excited to announce their joint presence at San Diego Comic-Con 2026 at Exhibitor Booth #4804. Joining us to meet fans are artists Olivia De Berardinis (aka Olivia), JOK, writer Josh Sky and other notables including the creative team of Zac Atkinson, Allen Ling. John " Jar" Rodriguez and Jeremiah Lambert that produced "The Rescuer".

Friday, July 17, 2026

Returning to SDCC 2026 are Hulu's Animayhem and Percy Jackson and The Olympians Activations

 

Hulu's Animayhem

Percy Jackson and The Olympians 

Hulu's Animayhem and Percy Jackson and The Olympians activations are back again for San Diego Comic Con 2026. Both offsite are known to be some of the best activations in previous years. Percy Jackson was so popular last year, that the line was capped before it opened. People waited hours in advance of when it opened each day. The lines for Animayhem can get really long too and the wait can take hours. If you're a fan of the animated shows Futurama and King of the Hill, it's worth the wait especially since there will be themed food and drinks and if it's like the previous year some cool themed swag.

RockLove Celebrates Its Final Year in the STAR WARS™ Pavilion at San Diego Comic-Con

 


RockLove Jewelry will celebrate its final year in the STAR WARS™ Pavilion at San Diego Comic-Con by honoring the brand's officially licensed STAR WARS™ jewelry collection. Beginning July 22 at 5:00 PM PT, fans can shop 40% off the collection online and at the RockLove SDCC booth #2913B, while convention attendees will also have access to a curated selection of rare archive designs returning for one final appearance.

DREAD THE HALL H at SDCC

 

Con-goers, grab your badges; DREAD THE HALL H is back!

The beloved annual spin-off of the best-selling Dread the Halls returns with 48 pages of convention horror, satire, and glorious chaos from Eisner and Harvey Award-nominated writer Jordan Hart (Ripple Effects) and Syzygy Publishing founder Chris Ryall (Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis), arriving in comic shops July 22, 2026, from Image/Syzygy.

Featuring interior art by Luana Vecchio, C.P. Wilson III, Marianna Ignazzi, and Tom Williams, the oversized one-shot transforms convention spectacle into something far stranger. From collectors pushed past the brink to fandom spiraling into obsession, every story captures the excitement, anxiety, and beautiful absurdity of convention culture as the show floor slowly comes apart.

Collectors will also find plenty to hunt down with a stacked lineup of covers by Maria The Wolf, Luana Vecchio, and Jordan Hart, alongside a 1:10 sketch photo variant by Tony Fleecs and a 1:20 variant by Zach Howard, who incorporates all seven of Hall of Fame editor Carmine Infantino's legendary "7 Things Guaranteed to Sell a Comic"—gorillas, motorcycles, dinosaurs, cities on fire, purple skies, time rifts, and "cryin' and dyin'"—into one wonderfully over-the-top convention keepsake.

Sebastian Bach to appear at "The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Concert"

 

Reigning Phoenix Music and Hasbro are pleased to announce that the legendary Sebastian Bach will participate in the THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE 40th Anniversary Celebration of Life Concert. The concert is a special live event taking place Thursday, July 23, at The House of Blues San Diego during Comic-Con week. The show is part of Hasbro’s “Apology Tour,” a playful, year-long campaign celebrating the 40th anniversary of THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE and acknowledging the moment fans still haven’t quite recovered from.

Icon Heroes to Host Flip-or Creator and Toy Reviewer, Mad Hatter at SDCC 2026

 


Icon Heroes is excited to welcome Mad Hatter, creator of the independent designer toy Flip-or and popular toy reviewer, to Booth 4344 during San Diego Comic-Con 2026 for a special signing event.

SHABOOZEY MAKES HIS SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON DEBUT WITH THE OUTLAW CHERIE LEE

 


GRAMMY®-winning, record-breaking singer-songwriter Shaboozey is headed to San Diego Comic-Con to celebrate the arrival of his debut comic book, The Outlaw Cherie Lee, the first issue in a three-part western series from Range Comics (the comic and graphic novel imprint of Range Literary Publishing, the publishing division of Range Media Partners), that expands the story of his highly anticipated new album of the same name, releasing July 31, 2026. The comic's official publication date is August 18, 2026, but Comic-Con attendees will have the exclusive opportunity to get their hands on it before its public release.


Shaboozey will exclusively appear for a special live episode of Get Rec'd With Straw Hat Goofy, hosted by 2026 TIME100 Digital Creator JuJu Green, for a conversation about the comic, the new album, and offer a look at the new trailer narrated by Jamie Foxx. 

SIDESHOW & HOT TOYS RETURN TO SDCC IN 2026


Sideshow and Hot Toys return to San Diego Comic-Con with an all-new booth (#2401) inspired by the true spirit of Comic-Con: celebrating our fandoms, together!

From longtime collectors to first-time attendees, fans will find a newly redesigned home away from home, welcoming them to connect, explore, and experience the characters they love. There will be hundreds of products on display, including new reveals by the very best creative studios from around the world, including Sideshow, Hot Toys, Premium Collectibles Studio (PCS), Insight Editions, Prime 1 Studio, PureArts, Infinite Statue X Kaustic Plastic, Infinity Studio, Jimei Palace X Cosmic Creations, Asmus Collectible Toys, and more!

Visit Sideshow's COMIC-CON LANDING PAGE for all the latest information as it's revealed — updating daily throughout SDCC! 

Grave Seasons from Blumhouse Games and Perfect Garbage at SDCC 2026

 

Blumhouse Games and Perfect Garbage will have Grave Seasons during San Diego Comic Con at the Alienware Gaming Lounge inside the Marriott Marquis on the second floor and will give gamers their first chance to play this game.

Grave Seasons is a charming pixelated farming and town simulation game where, amidst all the relationship building and crop harvesting, players must figure out which of the townsfolk is a supernatural serial killer. With secrets to uncover and a murderer to outsmart, players may just be able to save the next potential victim. Grave Seasons will arrive on Steam and all major consoles when it launches (launch date to be announced).  

More Details for Adult Swim on the Green SDCC 2026


ADULT SWIM TAKES OVER SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON WITH STAR-STUDDED PANELS, EXCLUSIVE REVEALS AND BRAND NEW RICK AND MORTY IMMERSIVE RIDE 

With appearances from the stars and creators behind My Adventures with Superman, President Curtis, Common Side Effects and Rick and Morty, Adult Swim’s Comic-Con lineup also includes nightly events at Adult Swim on the Green, giveaways and immersive fan experiences.

 

Adult Swim is bringing its signature mix of humor, creativity and controlled chaos to San Diego Comic-Con with exclusive conversations, unforgettable fan experiences, and one-of-a-kind activations. Across four days of programming and events, fans will have multiple opportunities to connect with the shows, talent and offbeat experiences that make Adult Swim unlike anything else. 

“Comic-Con is one of our favorite opportunities to get out from behind the screen and spend time with the people who make these shows possible: the fans,” said Adult Swim President Michael Ouweleen. “We’ve got great talent, great shows and an alarming number of things for attendees to climb on, play with and become emotionally attached to. Honestly, we’ve created the kind of weekend we’d want to attend ourselves.” 

Bioworld's Heroes & Villains Reveals Exclusive San Diego Comic-Con Experience with New Star Wars Merch and Marvel Booth Featuring Comic-Inspired Apparel


Heroes & Villains, the premiere collector-forward lifestyle brand from global pop culture merchandiser Bioworld Merchandising, is celebrating fandom in style this year at San Diego Comic-Con. Fans will have access to their favorite franchises with officially licensed products from the iconic Marvel and Star Wars pop culture juggernauts. 

Hasbro and Nintendo Announce "Legend of Zelda" Toy Collaboration

 


Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company, today announced a new licensing partnership with Nintendo to create products based on the popular Legend of Zelda franchise. This multi-year collaboration is set to begin in 2027, starting with the first reveals of three 6" scale figures at San Diego Comic Con (July 23-26, 2026). 

“For decades, The Legend of Zelda franchise has captivated fans through its deep lore, unforgettable characters and enduring sense of discovery,” said Billy Lagor, President Toys and Board Games at Hasbro. “By combining Nintendo’s iconic storytelling with Hasbro’s leadership in action and role-play, we’re delivering toys that invite fans to play, explore and forge their own epic adventures.” 

Ever since its first title, released in the US in 1987, the Legend of Zelda series has mixed exploration and discovery with action and adventure. Link and Zelda’s eternal battle against Ganondorf forms the centerpiece of these epic tales from the world of Hyrule. 

We'll definitely be checking out the first reveals during SDCC! Stay tuned to our IG.  

Thursday, July 16, 2026

DISNEY ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCES COMING TO THE LARGEST SHOW FLOOR EVER AT D23: THE ULTIMATE DISNEY FAN EVENT

 

DISNEY ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCES COMING TO THE LARGEST SHOW FLOOR EVER AT D23: THE ULTIMATE DISNEY FAN EVENT

Disney Princess concert taking place during D23 Day at Disneyland Resort announced as a kickoff to the weekend and World Princess Week.

The expanded show floor will play host to all the worlds of Disney, with immersive walkthrough locations, interactive experiences, first-look moments, and the return of Talent Central. 

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Wētā Workshop returns to San Diego Comic-Con 2026

From left: Wētā Workshop’s Lisa Birchall, Richard Taylor and Lottie the dog

Wētā Workshop, the multi-Academy Award-winning creative studio, is set to make an impact at San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) 2026, taking place 23–26 July at the San Diego Convention Center. Fans and collectors can find Wētā Workshop at Booth #3613, where an extraordinary line-up of talent, exclusive product reveals and fan activations await.

Oni Press Reveals Exclusive Variants, Merch & Giveaways for San Diego Comic-Con

SDCC 2026: Oni Press Reveals Exclusive Variants, Merch & Giveaways for San Diego Comic-Con!

You’ve Seen the FORT PSYCHO COMIC IN A CAN … Now Get Ready for Even More Explosive Exclusives for ARCHIE IN HELL #1, SUPER MONDO MEGA MUTTS #1, MIND MGMT NEW & IMPROVED #1, and Much, Much More! 

Plus: Limited Quantities of SCOTT PILGRIM & THE INFINITE SADNESS 20th Anniversary Merch Debuting First in San Diego – Only at Booth #1829

The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund's Annual San Diego Comic-Con Welcome Party Returns This July



 The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund (CBLDF), with support from Marquee sponsors Mad Cave Studios and Ignition Press, and Gold tier sponsor GlobalComix, and and Silver tier sponsors Kickstarter, and CGC, will once again welcome the comics community to its Annual San Diego Comic-Con Welcome Party on Thursday, July 23, 2026, from 8:00 PM to 12 AM, at The Westgate Hotel (1055 Second Ave., San Diego, CA). The annual fundraiser brings together creators, publishers, retailers, media, and fans for an evening celebrating comics while raising critical funds to defend the freedom to read.

Stan Lee: The Final Chapter to Hold Exclusive Screening at Comic-Con International: San Diego

 


Comic-Con San Diego attendees will have the opportunity to experience an exclusive screening of the highly anticipated documentary Stan Lee: The Final Chapter on Thursday, July 23, 2026, from 8:15 p.m. to 10:15 p.m. in Room 6DE.

NEON’S “HOPE” BUZZES INTO SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON WITH A SPECIAL PANEL WITH KOREAN ACTION MAESTRO NA HONG-JIN

 


Celebrated South Korean director Na Hong-Jin is set to make his San Diego Comic Con debut with a panel celebrating his latest film “Hope” which premiered in competition at this year’s Cannes Film Festival and will be released by Neon in the US this Summer. The special panel will feature an exclusive introduction from Korean breakout star Hoyeon (Squid Game) and an in-depth conversation with director Na Hong-Jin. Attendees will also get an exclusive look at never before seen footage from the film. 

SDCC Panels Hosted by Roddenberry Entertainment

 

Experience live panels exploring Star Trek and paying homage to 60 years



PANEL DESCRIPTIONS:


Thursday, July 23th, 12:30pm, Room 24ABC

Star Trek’s Family Tree

For Star Trek's 60th anniversary, this panel explores the creative lineage that shaped the final frontier and the legacy it created in return. From early influences like Forbidden Planet and mid-century science fiction, to the groundbreaking ideas explored by Gene Roddenberry, and the countless films and series inspired by Trek, we map the franchise’s place in pop culture history. Featuring creators, historians, and special guests, this conversation highlights the ideas, ethics, and imagination that continue to define Star Trek across generations.


Friday, July 24th, 10:30am, Room 10

Designing the Future: 60 Years of Star Trek Visual Evolution

Star Trek’s vision of the future has been shaped as much by its design as its storytelling. From the clean optimism of the original Enterprise to the layered realism of modern Trek, this panel explores how artists and designers have defined the look and meaning of the future across six decades. Using rare materials from the Roddenberry Archive, we examine how design choices reflect changing ideas about technology and humanity.


Friday, July 24th, 7:00pm, Room 23ABC

Out New Life and New Civilizations: Star Trek and Real-Life Astronomy

When Jean-Luc Picard says the Enterprise’s mission is “to explore strange new worlds; to seek out new life and new civilizations; to boldly go where no one has gone before”—what does that mean? Science fiction powerhouse Roddenberry Entertainment has come together some of the preeminent scientists from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and experts in astronomy to break down what making contact with alien civilizations might entail and how we are working to make this science fiction fantasy into a concrete reality. 



About Roddenberry Entertainment

Roddenberry Entertainment is a science fiction leader, passionately providing thought-provoking, quality genre entertainment that sustains the legacy of our founder, Gene Roddenberry. The company is devoted to producing viewer-centric entertainment that actively recognizes the integral role audiences play in the creation of any franchise, as well as the role substantive entertainment can play in bettering society. Roddenberry Entertainment’s productions promote experience over observation; encouraging audiences to think, question and challenge the status quo of the world in which we live. As stewards of Star Trek, its most recent productions include: Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, and Star Trek: Lower Decks among others.