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.” 

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.

HALCYON DAZE TO SCREEN AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON & GEN CON

 

Two of the summer’s biggest entertainment events – San Diego Comic-Con and Gen Con (Indianapolis) – will feature screenings of Halcyon Daze —The Final Voyages of Disney's Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser this year. The award-winning documentary will be shown as part of the Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival 2026 and the Gen Con Film Festival 2026.

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+. 

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.

PEACOCK ACTION-COMEDY ORIGINAL SERIES TWISTED METAL SEASON TWO CRASHES INTO COMIC CON WITH A FULL-THROTTLE BUMPER CAR ACTIVATION AT SDCC

 

PEACOCK ACTION-COMEDY ORIGINAL SERIES TWISTED METAL SEASON TWO CRASHES INTO COMIC CON WITH A FULL-THROTTLE BUMPER CAR ACTIVATION AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON 

  

Exclusive Sneak-Peek at Peacock’s Twisted Metal Season Two with EP/Star Anthony Mackie to Take Place on Thursday, July 24 in Ballroom 20 

 

THURSDAY, JULY 24-SATURDAY JULY 26 

TWISTED METAL BUMPER BATTLE  

Fans will step into a post-apocalyptic world filled with bumper-to-bumper chaos at Peacock's Twisted Metal Bumper Battle. As an homage to the Twisted Metal tournament at the forefront of season two, fans will be able to choose their ride, featuring the show’s most iconic vehicles reimagined as bumper cars, and take part in their own version of the Calypso hosted derby. In addition to the bumper car experience, fans can expect epic photo ops, a display of some of the tournament cars featured in the series, surprise and delight moments, and pandemonium around every corner.  

WHEN: Thursday, July 24 – Saturday, July 26 

HOURS:  

·                             Thursday, July 24th 12PM - 4PM 

·                             Friday, July 25th 12PM - 6PM 

·                             Saturday, July 26th 12PM – 6PM 

WHERE: THE LOT @ 1ST & J - 450 2nd Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 

Event is free and open to the public. No badge required. Entry and bumper car participation are first come, first served, and not guaranteed. Waivers must be signed by all riders and passengers.  

 

Ultraman Takes Over San Diego Comic-Con 2024

Get ready to connect with Ultraman like never before! Today, Tsuburaya Productions announced that Japan’s most iconic superhero Ultraman will be taking over San Diego Comic-Con in a big way. All weekend long, fans of the pop culture franchise will have access to premium Ultraman content from must-attend panels, unique screenings, meet and greets with Ultraman live characters, autograph sessions with Ultraman universe artists and talent, collectible merch, and more!

The Ultraman universe first debuted in 1966 in the television series Ultra Q, and over the last 58+ years, the Ultraman franchise has spawned a record number of television series, films, video games, and more.  The presence of Ultraman at San Diego Comic-Con comes at a time of major growth and increased brand awareness of the Ultraman franchise, sparked by the recent hit-maker Ultraman: Rising, which landed on Netflix in June and has become a fan-favorite and critical darling.  

AMC NETWORKS HEADS TO SAN DIEGO COMIC CON

 

AMC Networks announced today its lineup of five star-studded series panels at this year’s Comic-Con International in San Diego, CA, including the Walking Dead Universe series The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon - The Book of Carol and The Walking Dead: Dead City; the Anne Rice Immortal Universe series Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire and Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches; and the final season of Snowpiercer. Fans will get an exclusive first-look at trailers and teases from the highly anticipated second seasons of Dead City and Daryl Dixon - The Book of Carol, which premieres on Sunday, September 29 on AMC and AMC+. Attendees will be treated to an advance screening of the second episode of Snowpiercer’s final season, followed by a panel with cast and executive producers. Additionally, the casts and creative teams from Interview with the Vampire, which was recently renewed for a third season, and Mayfair Witches, returning early next year, will discuss their respective series and debut new teases. AMC Networks will also present a special advanced screening of Daryl Dixon - The Book of Carol on Friday, July 26 at the Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero.

“Fans are at the heart of San Diego Comic-Con, and at the heart of our programming franchises like The Walking Dead Universe and Anne Rice’s Immortal Universe, so we are thrilled to once again be returning with shows that have been embraced by passionate fans around the world,” said Dan McDermott, president of entertainment and AMC Studios for AMC Networks. “This is a focal point moment for us every year, giving fans the opportunity to engage with our talent, see what is coming and celebrate the stories and characters they love. We’re thrilled to be back.”

 

CBS Studios to Return to San Diego Comic-Con with Fan-Favorite Franchise and Series "Star Trek" and "Ghosts"

The “Star Trek” Universe Returns with an Exclusive Screening and Content in Hall H on Saturday, July 22

 

Official 50^th Star Trek Animated Celebration Panel on Friday, July 21

 

“Ghosts” Screening and an Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes on Thursday, July 20

 

 

 

July 18, 2023 – CBS Studios returns to San Diego Comic-Con, featuring screenings, exclusive content, activations, booths and more. Attendees will have the chance to find out their destiny at the “Ghosts” Woodstone Mansion on the convention floor, collect exclusive pins and posters from their favorite Star Trek series, and a chance to win prizes! Additional details about the experiences, giveaways, and presentations below:

 

STAR TREK Universe in Hall H. As previously announced by Paramount+, the fan-favorite STAR TREK universe returns to San Diego Comic-Con, featuring exclusive reveals and surprises from upcoming and current seasons of STAR TREK: DISCOVERY, STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS, and STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS. Fans in attendance will also be the first to see the highly anticipated STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS and STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS crossover episode with a special Hall H premiere screening! Saturday, July 22, 1:30-2:45 p.m. PT, Hall H

 

"Batman and Harley Quinn" set for 8/14/17 One-Night Nationwide Fathom Events Screening

The Dark Knight is Back for a One-Night Cinematic Event with All-New Animated DC Universe Original Movie ‘Batman and Harley Quinn’ on August 14

Warner Bros. & DC Entertainment team with Fathom Events to Present Nationwide Theatrical Screening, Including a First Look at Harley Quinn Featurette

DENVER – June 22, 2017 – Following successful big screen presentations of “Batman: The Killing Joke” and “Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders” in 2016, Warner Bros. Studios, DC Entertainment and Fathom Events are proud to announce a special, one-night cinema event for the latest DC Universe Original Movie, “Batman and Harley Quinn,” on August 14, 2017 in movie theaters nationwide.

Super7 's He-Man & The Masters of the Universe: The Curse of the Three Terrors Trailer + Public Screening During SDCC

Check out Super7's Masters of the Universe The Curse of the Three Terrors Trailer above. This animation is the first one since 1985. Check out the Public Screening which will be on preview night, July 20th at 10PM once SDCC is done for the night. For those not able to be in San Diego on Preview night to watch this, it will be available to on iTunes & Google Play on August 1st.

VIZ Media Announces Participation At Anime Central 2016 Convention

VIZ Media Returns To Mid-West’s Largest Anime/Manga Convention With Fun Booth Giveaways, Advance Copies Of Upcoming Titles, Exciting Panels And Much More!

San Francisco, CA, May 12, 2016 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), the premier publisher, distributor and licensor of Japanese and global content in North America, announces a fun weekend highlighted by booth giveaways and exclusive items for sale, informative panel discussions, anime screenings, and other activities scheduled for Anime Central 2016.

AMC TO HOST POP-UP FAN SCREENINGS OF THE HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED "PREACHER" IN ADVANCE OF SERIES PREMIERE

AMC TO HOST POP-UP FAN SCREENINGS OF THE

HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED “PREACHER”

IN ADVANCE OF SERIES PREMIERE

Screening of Pilot Episode to Take Place in Four Select Cities 

“Preacher” Premieres Sunday, May 22^nd at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT on AMC

New York, NY – April 12, 2016 – AMC announced today a social media campaign that will bring special pop-up screenings of the highly-anticipated new series “Preacher” to super fans’ hometowns in the weeks leading into the show’s May 22^nd premiere.  Beginning today, fans can visit Twitter or Instagram to post their most creative photos, videos or comments about why their hometown deserves an exclusive “Preacher” screening using the hashtag #PreacherFanScreenings. AMC will select four cities or towns for a screening of the series’ pilot episode on April 30, May 7, 15 and 21.  Fans can visit PreacherFanScreenings.com for more information.

Disney Infinity Next 3.0 Edition + Zootopia Screening

Last week we had the opportunity to check out the Disney Infinity Next event which also featured a screening of Disney's Zootopia before it was released in theaters. We were supposed to watch a Disney Infinity Next Video that was released on their YouTube Channel earlier that day but they were having technical difficulties. The video announced the new Marvel Battlegrounds, Baloo and Zootopic. Speaking of Zootopia they gave each person that attended the event a Judy Hopps Disney Infinity 3.0 Figure.

"X-Men: Days of Future Past Rogue Cut" Screening at San Diego Comic-Con

X-MEN PREPARE TO RE-UNITE AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON
WITH X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST ROGUE CUT

Use #RogueCut to Find Your Favorite Mutants Throughout Comic-Con and Join an Exclusive Fan Screening

WHAT             
To celebrate the home entertainment release of the X-Men: Days of Future Past Rogue Cut Blu-ray on July 14^th, fans and VIP guests will be treated to an advance screening of the never-before-seen extended version of the film, including more action, more excitement…and more Rogue!

"COSPLAY DREAMS 3D" WORLD'S FIRST 3D FILM ABOUT "COSTUME PLAY" TO HOST TWO PANELS AND 3D SCREENING AT WONDERCON

LOS ANGELES, CA (April 1, 2015) -The documentary film Cosplay Dreams 3D, which examines the fascinating and highly visual world of costume play, will host back-to-back panel discussions, an interactive 3D exhibit, and a theatrical screening in 3D during the WonderCon convention Friday, April 3 through Sunday, April 5 at the Anaheim Convention Center.
 

Cosplay is short for "Costume Play", a growing worldwide phenomenon in which millions of ordinary people called "Cosplayers" create costumes to emulate and pay homage to their favorite anime, comic book, video game, TV, film and manga (Japanese comic book) characters.

Viz Media's Exclusives & Events for NYCC 2014

Viz Media announced their events and exclusives for NYCC 2014. Visti Viz Media at booth #1944.

North America’s Leading Anime & Manga Publisher Presents Legendary Manga Artist Takeshi Obata And Details Special Panels, Exclusive Retail Items, Booth Activities, Screenings And More!

 VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), the largest distributor and licensor of manga and anime in North America, brings a potent dose of anime and manga excitement to New York City as it announces four consecutive days jam-packed with special events and convention exclusives for the 2014 New York Comic Con.

VIZ Media rolls into the Javits Convention Center between October 9^th- 12^th for the East Coast's biggest and most exciting popular culture event that features the latest and greatest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, and television. VIZ Media will be located in Booth #1944. Full details on New York Comic Con are available at: http://www.newyorkcomiccon.com.

VIZ Media will delight NY Comic Con goers with a thrilling schedule of an ultra-rare manga (graphic novel) artist live guest appearance, WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP, SAILOR MOON and VOLTRON panel discussions, prize-winning booth activities, VOLTRON, DORAEMON and SAILOR MOON photo opportunities, as well as special artist meet-and-greet and signing sessions, exclusive retail products and a host of convention anime screenings.

New York Comic Con Guest of Honor Manga Artist Takeshi Obata

Join VIZ Media to welcome one of Japan’s preeminent manga artists – Takeshi Obata – for his first-ever U.S. personal appearance! The groundbreaking artist of smash hit manga series such as DEATH NOTE, BAKUMAN。, HIKARU NO GO, RALΩGRAD and ALL YOU NEED IS KILL will appear in-person at several events during the 2014 New York Comic Con.

VIZ Media presents Takeshi Obata in-person as part of its WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP panel programming as well for an exclusive appearance and signing. Stop by the VIZ Media Booth in the Javits Main Hall for details and to secure advance tickets for the exclusive New York Comic Con Takeshi Obata signing, taking place Thursday, October 9^th from 7:30pm to 8:30pm at the Javits Center.

Obata will also make a pair of additional off-site appearances at Kinokuniya and Barnes & Noble bookstores as part of New York Super Week. Full details are available at: www.newyorksuperweek.com.

 

VIZ Media Convention Exclusives & Special Retail Collectables:

Stop by the VIZ Shop located in the VIZ Media Booth for a wide selection of manga and anime titles, collectables and special convention exclusives. Manga fans can pick up pre-street copies of ALL YOU NEED IS KILL, RESIDENT EVIL (Vol. 1) as well as the shojo premiere of KISS OF THE ROSE PRINCESS and PRINCESS MONONOKE THE FIRST STORY, a new hardcover storybook from the Studio Ghibli Library featuring watercolor art by Hayao Miyazaki, the film’s legendary director.

Collectors and pop culture aficionados will not want to miss special Convention Exclusives that include editions of the HELLO KITTY, HELLO 40 Commemorative Art Book, with a foil-accented cover and gilded pages - only 250 copies printed, and the BRAVEST WARRIORS: THE SEARCH FOR CATBUG book, also a special limited edition with foil-accented cover and gilded pages - only 250 made – celebrating the smash hit adventure series created by Pendleton Ward. Also don’t miss the New York Comic Con Exclusive edition of VOLTRON: FROM DAYS LONG AGO, A 30^th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION book. VIZ Media will welcome artists from all of these titles for special booth signings throughout New York Comic Con. Check the daily booth schedule for posted times.

Fans with a penchant for anime can pre-order a forthcoming copy of SAILOR MOON Set 1 Part 1 (DVD/Blu-ray) ahead of its November release in partnership with RightStuf.com. Receive a special SAILOR MOON collectable coin as a free gift with this special pre-order convention purchase (while supplies last)! Attendees also can select from a variety of other VIZ Media Blu-ray and Combo Pack releases currently available including GARGANTIA ON THE VERDUROUS PLANET, BLOOD LAD, RANMA ½ and more!

Also available for purchase will be a limited quantity of new, exclusive New York Comic Con SAILOR MOON convention t-shirts as well as replica BLEACH sword umbrellas, with two different design variations featuring the sword hilt of Soul Reapers Rukia or Ichigo. Also grab a sneak peek at the first officially licensed North American DORAEMON products, and an exclusive selection of hand numbered ONE PIECE and NARUTO replica art prints, along with many, many other items.

VIZ Media New York Comic Con Panels:

Thursday October 9^th

3:15PM – 4:00PM         Panel: VIZ MEDIA PANEL (Room 1A14)

Join VIZ Media and pull back the curtain on favorite manga and anime series. Be among the first to hear about upcoming releases and new acquisitions and throw questions at staff and grab FREE manga prizes while supplies last!

6:00PM – 6:45PM         Panel: THE FUTURE OF WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP

                                      (Room 1A14)

Join the editors of VIZ Media’s WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP and editors from Japan’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine to welcome Takeshi Obata for an enlightening personal discussion on what's new and what's next for the long-running manga anthology which launched best-selling titles such as NARUTO, BLEACH, ONE PIECE, DRAGON BALL as well as Obata’s BAKUMAN。and DEATH NOTE series.

Friday October 10^th

2:00PM – 2:45PM         Panel: VOLTRON: A 30^TH ANNIVERSARY

CELEBRATION PRESENTED BY PERFECT SQUARE     (Room 1A21)

In 1984, Voltron: Defender of the Universe hit the TV, and the world of giant robots has never been the same. In honor of Voltron’s 30^th anniversary, join the staff of VIZ Media’s Perfect Square imprint for a very special peek behind the curtain at this cultural phenomenon with special guests, new product announcements and much, much more!  

5:00PM – 5:45PM         Panel: WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP PRESENTS      
TAKESHI OBATA, MANGA ARTIST  (Room 1A21)

Join VIZ Media and the staff of WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP to welcome very special guest Takeshi Obata and his editor Koji Yoshida for a conversation about Obata's beginnings as an artist, his extensive history working in the manga industry, and the creative process behind his works. Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity!

Saturday October 11^th

4:15PM – 5:00PM         Panel: OFFICAL SAILOR MOON PANEL

                                      (Room 1A14)

Come on a journey with the legendary Guardian of love and justice, Sailor Moon! Members of the VIZ Media SAILOR MOON animation team will talk about the impact of this beloved anime series, show footage from the re-mastered episodes and celebrate the long-awaited return of Usagi and her friends!     

Scheduled Booth Activities:

The VIZ Media booth will buzz with continual activity throughout New York Comic Con with a host of fun in-booth games and activities.

• VIZ Media Prize Wheel of Destiny: Take a spin for a chance to win a surprise goodie like t-shirts, posters, stickers and more! While supplies last.
• DORAEMON Meet & Greet: Drop by for a photo op with everyone's favorite big blue cat-type robot from the future!
• SAILOR MOON PHOTO SESSION: Meet Guardian Sailor Moon (official cosplayer) and bring your own camera/phone and take your own “Sailor Selfie”!   
• VOLTRON Mascot Appearance: Become a Defender of the Universe with an official photo.
• VIZ Media /WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP Newsletter Sign-Up: Receive the latest digital news about your favorite anime and manga titles and get a free Takeshi Obata full-color poster!

Convention goers should check the daily master schedule for a complete listing of that day’s confirmed in-booth activities.

VIZ Media New York Comic Con Anime Screenings:

Catch some of VIZ Media’s hottest and newest anime titles with special premieres happening throughout the New York Comic Con. Don’t miss special presentations of NARUTO THE MOVIE: ROAD TO NINJA, SAILOR MOON CRYSTAL & SAILOR MOON (Original Series), BLOOD LAD, RANMA ½, GARGANTIA ON THE VERDUROUS PLANET, and TIGER & BUNNY THE MOVIE: THE RISING.

For more information on anime and manga titles published by VIZ Media, please visit www.VIZ.com.

About VIZ Media, LLC

Headquartered in San Francisco, California, VIZ Media distributes, markets and licenses the best anime and manga titles direct from Japan.  Owned by three of Japan's largest manga and animation companies, Shueisha Inc., Shogakukan Inc., and Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions, Co., Ltd., VIZ Media has the most extensive library of anime and manga for English speaking audiences in North America, the United Kingdom, Ireland and South Africa. With its popular digital manga anthology WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP and blockbuster properties like NARUTO, BLEACH and ONE PIECE, VIZ Media offers cutting-edge action, romance and family friendly properties for anime, manga, science fiction and fantasy fans of all ages.  VIZ Media properties are available as graphic novels, DVDs, animated television series, feature films, downloadable and streaming video and a variety of consumer products.  Learn more about VIZ Media, anime and manga at www.VIZ.com.

Viz Media Announces Berserk III Screening at the 2014 Japan Film Festival of San Francisco

VIZ MEDIA ANNOUNCES A SPECIAL THEATRICAL SCREENING OF BERSERK: THE GOLDEN AGE ARC III – THE ADVENT AT 2014 JAPAN FILM FESTIVAL OF SAN FRANCISCO

Lone Mercenary Guts Comes To NEW PEOPLE Cinema In S.F.’s Historic Japantown In The Exciting Climax To The Epic Medieval Anime Action Feature Film Trilogy

Sony's Appleseed Alpha

Appleseed Alpha will be released on Blu-ray, DVD & Digital on July 22nd. You can get it early on digital on July 15th. There is an Appleseed Alpha Screening with Director Shinji Aramaki during SDCC on Friday, July 25th 7:30-9PM. Tickets are pretty much all gone but you could be added to the waiting list HERE.

WBTV/DC Entertainment to Present 3-Hour Special Event on Saturday Night, July 26th at SDCC 2014

You might want to start getting your schedules planned out now. SDCC announcements are coming in quickly. Want to see the Gotham World Premiere? The Flash Pilot Screening? Constantine Exclusive Footage? Arrow Season 3? Add this to your SDCC schedule of must see panels/events for Saturday Night, July 26th at SDCC, WBTV & DC Entertainment have joined forces for this special 3-hour event.

Check out the Official Press Release below:

WARNER BROS. TELEVISION AND DC ENTERTAINMENT

JOIN FORCES TO PRESENT THE

FIRST EVER WBTV/DC ENTERTAINMENT

SATURDAY NIGHT, FEATURING THE WORLD

PREMIERE OF GOTHAM AND MUCH MORE

ON SATURDAY, JULY 26 AT COMIC-CON 2014

DC Comics Fans Get Ready for the Only Comic-Con Screening of Gotham, a

Complete Pilot Screening of The Flash, Plus Exclusive Footage

From Constantine and Season Three of Arrow