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!

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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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Takes Over San Diego Comic-Con

 

 

Today, Daybreak Game Company, a worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games and emergent gameplay, and Cold Iron Studios, the San Jose-based game studio comprised of veteran action and shooter developers, revealed their San Diego Comic-Con presence for Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2. The next evolution of the co-op survival shooter that drops squads of Colonial Marines into the heart of the Xenomorph nightmare, Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 comes to SDCC with a behind-the-scenes panel, featuring never-before-seen art, music reveals, and collectible posters.

THE VAMPIRE LESTAT: ONE NIGHT ONLY LIVE – PREMIERE EVENT PERFORMANCE TO MAKE STREAMING DEBUT ON AMC+ ON AUGUST 23

NEW YORK- July 14, 2026- AMC Global Media today announced that The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only LIVE, the standing-room-only performance celebrating AMC’s premiere of its newly-released The Vampire Lestat at New York City’s iconic Beacon Theatre last month, will make its streaming debut on AMC+ on Sunday, August 23.  Additionally, highlights from the electrifying premiere event, featuring original songs from series composer Daniel Hart and performed by Sam Reid, will be screened for fans in Hall H at Comic Con International on Friday, July 24. 

Following the screening, cast and executive producers from The Vampire Lestat will take the Hall H stage for the first time to reflect on the series’ jaw-dropping season finale, premiering Sunday, July 19 on AMC and AMC+.

Officially Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes with a perfect 100% critical score, The Vampire Lestat follows Lestat (Reid) on an electric multi-city tour while he’s haunted by “muses” from his wild and rebellious past. As his band’s popularity and star power rises, so does Lestat’s influence over vampires and humans alike, leaving others to contend with Lestat’s power in the face of the Great Conversion, an unnatural surge in the vampire population. 

The Vampire Lestat and the previous two seasons of Interview with the Vampire are currently streaming on AMC+. 

FANGORIA Heads to Comic-Con International with Must-See Chainsaw Awards Panel

 

LOS ANGELES, California. — July 14, 2026 — With voting for the 2026 FANGORIA Chainsaw Awards closing tomorrow, Wednesday, July 15, at 11:59 PM PT, horror fans have one final opportunity to cast their ballots at fangoria.com/vote.

Abigail Hing Wen to Premiere THE VALE – ORIGINS at SDCC

 

LOS ANGELES, CA – July 13, 2026 — New York Times bestselling author, filmmaker, and producer Abigail Hing Wen, best known for the LOVEBOAT, TAIPEI series, will premiere her hybrid live-action/animated short film THE VALE – ORIGINS at San Diego Comic-Con, marking her directorial debut and the next major expansion of her New York Times bestselling middle grade novel THE VALE.

Air Bud Returns at SDCC

 

 

AIR BUD RETURNS, the latest chapter in the beloved franchise, marks the highly anticipated theatrical relaunch of the beloved golden retriever. Ahead of the multigenerational event film’s release on January 22, 2027, Buddy himself will be attending San Diego Comic-Con, alongside creator Robert Vince! Fans can expect a panel as well as an autograph session and photo opportunity with Buddy and Robert!

• PANEL - Cineverse: Air Bud Returns

• When: Sunday, July 26th, from 10:30am - 11:30am 

• Where: Room 6BCF (San Diego Convention Center - 111 Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101)

• Details: Nearly three decades and 15 movies later, Air Bud is returning to the big screen and taking the stage at Comic-Con. Like the original, Air Bud Returns is a quintessential family movie that is sure to be a multigenerational event. It's not a sequel or a remake; it's the next chapter in the Air Bud franchise, with an all-new story and characters, reimagined by writer, director, and franchise creator Robert Vince. Air Bud Returns is set in the original town of Fernfield, "where anything is possible." Yes . . . there still ain't no rule that says a dog can't play basketball. Robert Vince and Air Bud share a sneak peek at the film, coming to theaters on January 22.

• AUTOGRAPH SESSION: AIR BUD AND ROBERT VINCE PHOTO OPPORTUNITY

• Where: Sails Pavilion (San Diego Convention Center - 111 Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101)

• When: Sunday, July 26th, from 12:00pm - 1:00pm

• Details: Exclusive signing featuring creator/director/writer Robert Vince and the legendary Air Bud. 

“Backyard Sports Returns” with Exclusive New Content at SDCC

Playground Productions Offers Exclusive First Look at the Animated Series, 

New Game Content, Merchandise, and Major Franchise Reveals

 

 

Playground Productions – a children's and family company focused on making best-in-class film, television, digital media and video games – arrives at San Diego Comic-Con with "Backyard Sports Returns" and it’s bigger than ever.  

The one-hour panel will offer fans an exclusive look at the future of one of gaming's most iconic kid sports brands, spanning games, animation, merchandise, and community initiatives. Fans will be among the first to see exclusive footage from the upcoming animated series, get a sneak peek at never-before-seen game content and upcoming merchandise, hear behind-the-scenes stories from the cast, creators, and community voices helping build a new sports universe around beloved characters like Pablo Sanchez, Sunny Day, Kenny Kawaguchi, and more, and be there for major franchise reveals. 

Whether you grew up with the Backyard kids or are discovering them for the first time, this panel offers a front-row seat to the next era of Backyard Sports. Additional special guests may appear.

 

Friday, July 24, 2026 - 2pm-3pm PT

Room 6BCF 

Remedy Entertainment Announces CONTROL Resonant Panel at SDCC

 

 

Remedy Entertainment, a globally renowned video game company based in Finland, announced that the cast of the upcoming game CONTROL Resonant will make an appearance on Saturday night at San Diego Comic Con. 

Saturday July 25th, 6:30PM - 7:30PM

CONTROL Resonant: Exclusive Updates with Cast Members - Room 6BCF - Remedy Entertainment invites you to join actors Sean Durrie (Dylan Faden), Matthew Porretta (Dr. Darling), Frankie Kevich (Zoe De Vera), and Courtney Hope (Jesse Faden) as they offer a deep dive into the world of the upcoming CONTROL Resonant while discussing their characters and their work on the game. 

About CONTROL RESONANT  

In CONTROL Resonant, players will explore multiple areas of Manhattan in an expansive, unfamiliar world as an invading cosmic force reshapes the environment, defiles natural law and distorts gravity, reordering reality into a geophysical nightmare. Players will traverse perception-bending locations and journey beyond the material world into a mysterious metaphysical space reflecting Dylan Faden’s troubled psyche. Tap into power that Dylan must learn to master and make choices to shape abilities that manifest and grow while exploring a deep progression system. Face ever-changing threats head-on, utilizing the environment, unleashing elemental abilities and wielding the raw force Dylan’s shapeshifting melee weapon, the Aberrant.    

EverQuest Legends Parties at San Diego Comic-Con 2026 Like Its 1999

Get ready to return to Norrath! The team behind EverQuest Legends are heading to San Diego Comic-Con 2026 to present a panel to take you on their unforgettable journey to the fan-favorite MMO from 1999.

During the panel, the creators of EverQuest Legends, Dave "Sysyphus" Youssefi (executive producer), Eda "Secrets" Spause (project director), Sean "Rogean" Norton (senior engineer), and Rae "Ailia" Brewer (lead technical designer) will provide an inside look at how a classic fantasy adventure is being reimagined for today’s players, with behind-the-scenes stories, modern gameplay design insights, and exclusive reveals and first looks. Dave, Eda, Sean, and Rae will partake in a Q&A session moderated by Linda "Brasse" Carlson (senior community manager).

• Panel Title: From 1999 to EverQuest Legends: Reimagining a Fantasy Icon for a New Generation

• Time: Saturday, July 25, 12:00-1:00 p.m. PDT

• Location: Room: 28DE

    

SDCC Giveaways 

Panel attendees will be able to grab an exclusive EverQuest Legends San Diego Comic-Con poster and a collectable pin featuring the Froglok, EQL’s froggy fan-favorite.

SPACEBALLS: THE NEW ONE - Preparing to Go Ludicrous Speed at SDCC

SPACEBALLS: THE NEW ONE is preparing to go to ludicrous speed at San Diego Comic-Con! Join the cast and filmmakers as they land in Hall H on Friday, July 24 at 4:00 p.m. And remember: please keep your Schwartz inside the convention center at all times.

Pan’s Labyrinth Returns to SDCC with Hall H Panel, Signing & Party at PARQ

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Immersive Pioneer Meow Wolf Taps Titmouse (of Beavis and Butt-Head fame) for Animated Series + LA exhibition | San Diego Comic Con panel reveal

 

Meow Wolf and Titmouse Announce Creative Partnership 

Across Immersive Entertainment and Animation

The multi-year collaboration includes an animated series development based on the Meow Wolf story universe, animation production for Meow Wolf Los Angeles, a major San Diego Comic-Con panel reveal, and more

 

Crunchyroll Heads to San Diego Comic-Con 2026 with Special My Hero Academia Panel

Los Angeles, California (July 9, 2026) – Crunchyroll, the brand serving anime fandom worldwide, announced its official San Diego Comic-Con programming presence anchored by fan-first celebrations. This year, the global anime leader is channeling its power into a curated booth presence loaded with exclusives and a massive, milestone panel honoring a decade of My Hero Academia.

Head over to Booth #4135 to meet the Goddess of Swords, Teoritta from the hit anime Sentenced to be a Hero currently streaming on Crunchyroll! Leveraging cutting-edge electronics, this industry-first Teoritta Doll delivers lifelike expressions and interactive responses when guests give her a gentle head pat.

Get ready for a can’t-miss panel celebrating a decade of My Hero Academia! Following the emotional finale of the My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON in December 2025 as well as My Hero Academia “MORE” in May 2026—which brought the epic journey of Izuku Midoriya and Class 1-A to its grand conclusion—it’s time to look back at the heroes who changed everything. 

Jada Toys at SDCC 2026

 

Jada Toys is heading to San Diego Comic-Con 2026 with an action-packed lineup of convention exclusives, major product reveals, and special guest appearances collectors won't want to miss. From July 22–26 , fans can visit Jada at Booth #4049 for exclusive products, first looks at upcoming releases, and exciting announcements spanning some of entertainment's most iconic franchises.

LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ART OFFERS SDCC FANS FIRST LOOK

Lucas Museum of Narrative Art First Look at SDCC: 

Seth Green, Matthew Senreich, Jim Lee, Ryan Linkof, and Keke Palmer Will Deep Dive into Narrative Art In Anticipation of the Museum's September Opening 

 

Limited-Edition Merch to Be Available at Lucas Museum Booth

 

Ahead of its highly anticipated grand opening in Los Angeles on September 22, 2026, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art heads back to San Diego Comic-Con with an exclusive sneak peek inside the museum and at upcoming content and film programming with Ryan Linkof, Seth Green, Matthew Senreich, Jim Lee and Keke Palmer. The museum will also have a presence on the exhibition floor, offering new collectible merchandise available for the first time. 

New Gundam Anime Series to Debut at SDCC 2026 Panel

 

Gundam is landing at San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) 2026. Bandai Namco Filmworks Inc. will unveil a brand-new Gundam anime series at the "GUNDAM Showcase 2026 – Unveil the Next Gundam" panel, backed by a dedicated booth featuring the upcoming Gundam anime, GUNDAM ROGUE ORBIT, a video game title just announced in June, and a free GUNPLA building workshop on the show floor. Exclusive giveaways await both panel and booth attendees.