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. 

DC UNVEILS LINEUP FOR SDCC 2026

 

[Burbank, CA] DC today announced its fan activations for Comic-Con International: San Diego (SDCC), centered around its expanded DC Booth (#4544) on the convention floor from Wednesday, July 22 through Sunday, July 26.

In 2026, DC continues its annual decade‑by‑decade celebration of its publishing legacy by spotlighting the 1950s. Following last year's celebration of DC's earliest publishing era, the 2026 DC Booth turns its attention to an era of reinvention, experimentation, and imagination that helped shape the future of DC Comics. As DC marches toward its 100th anniversary, this year’s booth honors a transformative decade that introduced bold new heroes, groundbreaking ideas, and creative storytelling that continues to inspire generations of fans.

The 1950s marked a creative turning point for DC. Showcase #4 introduced Barry Allen and helped usher in the Silver Age of comics. Action Comics #252 debuted Supergirl, Action Comics #241 revealed Superman’s Fortress of Solitude, and Showcase #22 reimagined Green Lantern with Hal Jordan. Beyond superheroes, the 1950s saw DC expand into science fiction, mystery, romance, Westerns, humor, and suspense, reflecting a period of extraordinary creative growth and experimentation.

The 2026 DC Booth brings this era to life with art, activations, and experiences inspired by one of the most influential periods in DC history, including a celebration of MAD Magazine, which debuted in 1952 and helped redefine satire for generations. Under the guidance of Harvey Kurtzman and the legendary “Usual Gang of Idiots,” MAD offered readers a sharp, hilarious lens on entertainment, politics, and popular culture, leaving a lasting mark on generations of creators and fans. Fans can visit the booth’s 1950s‑inspired Daily Planet newsstand and pick up a free MAD Magazine #1 facsimile, complete with classic ads pulled from DC’s archives and a Daily Planet blank back cover designed for creator signatures.

Old Spice x Superman Crash Comic-Con

In partnership with DC Comics, Old Spice has earned its place at Comic-Con with an immersive experience inspired by the new Superman movie and limited edition collection of deodorant, body wash and shampoo. Here’s what’s going down: 

 

WHERE: Promenade Plaza at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel (1 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA)

WHEN: Thursday, July 24 – Sunday, July 27 |  VIP Media Preview Hours: 9:45 – 10:30 AM (Public Hours: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM)

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• AR Crash Site Experience: Track a meteorite (a.k.a. our boldest scent yet) and unlock a portal to Krypton via our AR experience. Step into the Old Spice capsule and emerge transformed with the tools to “Smell Like a Hero.”

• Interview the Old Spice Guy (July 26 ONLY): Yes, the “Man Your Man Could Smell Like” will be live and in the flesh, ready to capture epic interview and photo moments. 

• Super Giveaways: Get your hands on exclusive Old Spice x Superman products and strike your best Superman pose at our custom photo op stations.

• Watch the Ad: “Look up!”... then click HERE to preview our heroic new spot in action.

• Limited Edition Collection: Try out the Superman-inspired lineup of Deodorant, Body Wash and Shampoo with notes of Bright Citrus & Cosmos. A scent so bold and refreshing, it’s truly out of this world.

Join the Journey Toward DC Comics 100th Anniversary at San Diego Comic-Con

 

WHAT:           Join DC at Comic-Con 2025, where DC begins a decade-long celebration of comics, culminating in 100 years of publishing the World’s Greatest DC Super Heroes!

 

In 2025, DC enters the final decade of its first 100 years. With reverence for the past and an embrace of the future, DC plans to celebrate every era of its storied history annually in 10-year increments, starting at the beginning: 1935-1945. The 2025 DC Booth will feature art and experiences from this first decade of publication, where it all started. From Golden Age beginners to iconic legacies this nascent age was a time of unprecedented creation and saw the birth of not only DC, but of the comic book art form with DC’s New Fun #1, DC Super Heroes, and the DC Trinity: Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman.

 

WHAT:           Video sizzle now available, celebrating DC from 1935-1945…and beyond! [link]

 

WHAT:           Stop by the DC newsstand for a free 1940s-style Daily Planet newspaper, complete with classic DC Comics ads, pulled direct from DC’s comic book archives, that once promoted the heroes and adventures of their time! SDCC’s Daily Planet exclusive also delivers first looks at some of DC’s most anticipated titles releasing this year, as well as DC’s panel schedule and events offered during Comic-Con 2025.

 

WHEN:           Wednesday, July 23, through Sunday, July 27.

 

WHERE:        Comic-Con International: San Diego (SDCC), centered around DC’s multi-level Booth (#4544) on the convention show floor.

 

AND ALSO:  Suit up in your finest Golden Age cosplay and join DC for an epic celebration on Thursday, July 24 from 5:00–6:00 PM at the DC Booth.

 

About DC:    For the latest information everything DC, visit the official website at http://www.dc.com/, and follow @DCOfficial and @thedcnation on social media. The DCUNIVERSE INFINITE digital subscription platform (DCUI) is the perfect place to discover classic stories featuring the World’s Greatest Super Heroes; for more information and a free trial, check out the website at http://www.dcuniverseinfinite.com/. DC UNIVERSE INFINITE is not available in all countries and is not intended for children.

Batman: The Long Halloween - Deluxe Edition

No tricks, just treats for Dark Knight fans as Batman: The Long Halloween – Deluxe Edition – the complete mystery with added mature content – comes to 4K for the first time ever. The R-rated, feature-length animated film will be available on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Combo Pack (USA $34.99 SRP) for the first time ever, as well as on Blu-ray+Digital (USA $24.99 SRP), Blu-ray (only available in Canada, $29.99 SRP) and Digital starting September 20, 2022.

 

Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, DC and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, and inspired by the iconic mid-1990s DC story from Jeph Loeb and the late Tim Sale, Batman: The Long Halloween – Deluxe Edition begins as atrocious serial killings on holidays in Gotham City send The World’s Greatest Detective into action – confronting both organized crime and a unified front of classic DC Super-Villains – while attempting to stop the mysterious murderer. Batman: The Long Halloween was originally released as a two-part film, and both films still stand at 100% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes.

Krypto the Superdog: The Complete Series coming 8/2/22 to DVD

"Krypto the Superdog: The Complete Series," the beloved 2005-2006 cartoon that follows Superman's pup doing good on Earth, arrives August 2, 2022 on DVD from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment (USA $44.98 SRP; Canada $49.99 SRP)

Sideshow's Batman & Catwoman Diorama

Sideshow's latest addition to its line of deluxe DC collectibles is a stunning diorama celebrating one of the most iconic couples in comics history. 

 

The Batman and Catwoman Diorama is an intricately detailed, fully sculpted polystone statue depicting a Gotham City rooftop rendezvous between the Bat and the Cat. Their body language sizzles with all the sensuality and playfulness that surrounds the relationship of the Dark Knight and his enigmatic companion.

Standing an impressive 20” tall and 9.25” wide, the Batman and Catwoman Diorama is a must have for DC comics fans, and a fine addition to any collection.

The Batman and Catwoman Diorama is available for pre-order now, via Sideshow HERE.

On Sale This Week from DST: Marvel, DC, Star Wars and More

It’s the dead of winter, but Diamond Select Toys and Gentle Giant Ltd. are heating things up at comic shops! A blistering 20 items shipped to stores this week, including items from DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Star Wars, Avengers: Endgame, Bruce Lee, Cthulhu, Castlevania, Kingdom Hearts, the Rocketeer and The Nightmare Before Christmas! Read on for details, and find a comic shop at comicshoplocator.com!

Bruce Lee Select Series 2 Action Figure

A Diamond Select Toys release! The Dragon returns for Series 2 of Bruce Lee 7-inch-scale action figures! This shirtless, black-pants-wearing rendition of the legendary martial artist features the most articulation ever in a Select action figure, as well as multiple accessories and interchangeable parts. Packaged in display-ready Select packaging, with side-panel artwork for shelf reference. Designed by Yuri Tming, sculpted by Gentle Giant Studios. (Item #AUG192724, SRP: $29.99)

https://shop.diamondselecttoys.com/bruce-lee-select-series-2-action-figure

SDCC Exclusive DC Comics Vigilante Deluxe Statue

Icon Heroes presents the Vigilante Deluxe statue based on the DC Comics character created by Marv Wolfman!  This statue includes two interchangeable heads (a masked and an unmasked head of Adrian Chase, who first appeared as Vigilante in New Teen Titans Annual #2), two interchangeable weapons to hold in his right hand (a sai and a brand), and two interchangeable right hands (one to hold a weapon and another holding his mask).  Vigilante stands approximately 8.5 inches tall, one leg perched on his bullseye where his sai and brand can be stored.  This statue is made of high-quality polystone resin, hand painted, individually numbered, and includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 250 and will cost $100. 

• If you are attending San Diego Comic Con, you may buy their show exclusives at their booth #3345.  You may not pre-order their exclusives here and then pick them up in their booth.  If you pre-order their exclusives here then they will be shipped to you after the show, beginning July 22, 2019. 

• If you are unable to attend this year's San Diego Comic Con, they will have an extremely limited quantity of their show exclusives available for pre-order online June 17-21, 2019 at https://www.iconheroes.com/collections/sdcc2019!  There will be a limited quantity available for pre-order each day.  Pre-orders will be charged immediately but they will not begin shipping pre-orders until July 22, 2019.  They will only ship to the United States (physical addresses only - NO P.O. BOXES).

'DC Primal Age' Now Available at Target Stores

DC SUPER HEROES TAKE ON SWORD AND SORCERY, THE JOKER ON A GIANT LIZARD AND MUCH MORE IN DC PRIMAL AGE CUSTOM COMIC

100-Page One-Shot Inspired by Funko Toy Line Features Original Stories by Comics Legends

Marv Wolfman, Louise Simonson and Jerry Ordway, Among Others

Comic Giant Now Available Exclusively at Target Stores

Animated Arrow and Flash Statues From Icon Heroes

Icon Heroes announces their Arrow and Flash statues as they appear in the CW Seed animated series Vixen!

Made of high-quality polystone resin, each highly detailed statue is hand painted, individually numbered and includes a Certificate of Authenticity.  Arrow stands approximately 5.6" tall and Flash stands approximately 7.3" tall!  With a suggested retail price of $79.99, each statue is due out 3rd Quarter 2019.

You can pre-order Arrow HERE and Flash HERE.

Coming This Spring From DST: Batman, Thor, Black Panther and More

The cold weather has begun to set in, but warm weather will follow, and with it will come some awesome items from Diamond Select Toys! Shipping in the spring, the following offerings include items based on DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Ghostbusters, Kingdom Hearts, Nightmare Before Christmas and Lady Death! Read on for details, then pre-order through your local comic shop or favorite online retailer!

DC Comic Gallery Dark Nights Metal Drowned PVC Diorama

A Diamond Select Toys release! How deep is your Gallery? The DC Gallery line of PVC dioramas goes even deeper with another addition to the Dark Nights: Metal series of sculptures – The Drowned! Leaping from the water surrounded by the tentacles of some huge beast, this aquatic Batman from the Dark Multiverse is the perfect addition to any Batman or Aquaman collection! The 10-inch diorama features detailed paint applications and comes packaged in a full-color window box. Designed by Caesar and sculpted by Alterton! (Item #NOV182291, SRP: $45.00)

DST Announces DC Comic Universe Joins the World of Gallery PVCs

Diamond Select Toys’ Gallery line of PVC dioramas is expanding into new worlds! After exploring the worlds of DC animation and DC television, the Gallery has found a home in the DC comics universe! Capturing the comic-book looks of DC’s greatest heroes and villains, each 9-inch PVC diorama is sculpted in the 9-inch scale, with varying heights depending on pose and environment. Featuring dynamic designs and scintillating sculpts by today’s greatest artists, and the first few in the line are available for pre-order through your local comic shop or favorite online retailer!

Harley Quinn is the woman of the hour, the year and the decade, and the first DC Comics diorama captures her latest comic book appearance, with her corset, trademark hammer and red-and-blue pigtails! Sitting atop a crate of dynamite, Harley measures approximately 8 inches tall, and is made of high-quality PVC plastic with collectible-quality painted details. Designed by Shawn Knapp and sculpted by Jean St. Jean! (Item #MAR182419, SRP $45.00)

Legion of Collectors Teen Titans Unboxing

Teen Titans Legion of Collectors unboxing for January 2018. Always excited to see what's inside the box. This month was a pretty good box. Check out our pictures below.

Legion of Collectors Justice League Unboxing

 Legion of Collectors Justice League Unboxing! What did you think of the movie? Pictures below! 

Funko Announces Some New Vynl.

Funko announced a brand new line called Vynl. today. This is a new stylized line that showcases the relationships between characters which means that every release will be a 2-Pack. Debuting at SDCC is Batgirl & Poison Ivy.

Classic Batman Wooden Push Puppet SDCC Exclusive

Entertainment Earth announced another SDCC exclusive which is a Classic Batman Wooden Push Puppet. 4" tall and is an edition of 492 pieces. You can get this for $8.99 at Entertainment Earth's Booth #2343. If you are not going to SDCC, you can pre-order this HERE. Please note that these will be sold at SDCC first and if any remains after the show, your order will be fulfilled.

PREVIEWS Exclusive Rebirth Deathstroke Statue

Diamond, Icon Heroes Hit the Mark with the New PREVIEWS Exclusive Rebirth Deathstroke Statue

(BALTIMORE, MD) – (July 6, 2017) – Get ready to complete the mission to acquire the newest DC Comics Rebirth Statue as Slade Wilson aka Deathstroke bursts into comic shops. Diamond Comic Distributors and Icon Heroes present a new DC Comics Rebirth PREVIEWS Exclusive (PX) Statue.

Loot Crate Alter Ego Unboxing

We're unboxing the Loot Crate Alter Ego Crate. As you can tell in picture above, our crate got a bit crushed in transit. We were a bit nervous to see what the damage was to the items inside the crate. Check out our unboxing pictures below:

Justice League Pin Mate Wooden Figure Set of 3 SDCC 2017 Exclusive

Entertainment Earth's next SDCC 2017 Exclusive is the Bif Bang Pow! Justice League Pin Mate Wooden Figure Set of 3 which features Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman. You can pre-order this HERE for $14.99. Please note that these will be sold at SDCC first so if any is left after the show, your order will be fulfilled.