San Diego Comic-Con is rolling out its schedule for the 2025 convention this week, which runs from July 24–27. It ought to in all probability be a quieter convention this yr, since neither Marvel Studios nor DC Studios are planning a critical panel overlaying their upcoming duties. Nonetheless for the first time in its historic previous, “Star Wars” creator George Lucas will appear specifically individual on the most important annual fan gathering in North America, to offer a main check out the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art work, which is anticipated to open in Los Angeles in 2026. He’ll be joined in Hall H by director Guillermo del Toro, seen designer Doug Chiang and moderator Queen Latifah.

“We’re previous thrilled to welcome George Lucas to Comic-Con for the very first time,” acknowledged Comic-Con’s chief of communications and approach David Glanzer in an announcement. “Virtually 5 a few years previously, ‘Star Wars’ made thought of one in every of its earliest public appearances at our convention, along with a gross sales house that features Howard Chaykin’s now legendary ‘Star Wars’ poster as a promotional merchandise. Now, to have Mr. Lucas return — this time to debut the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art work — is an actual full-circle second. His lifelong dedication to seen storytelling and world-building resonates deeply with us and our group, and the museum’s mission to have a very good time narrative paintings in all its sorts fully shows what Comic-Con has championed from the very beginning.”

On the perform film facet, totally different most important panels will embrace first seems to be like at “Tron: Ares,” “Mission Hail Mary,” “Predator: Badlands,” “5 Nights at Freddy’s 2,” the Stephen King adaptation “The Prolonged Stroll,” the reimagined “The Toxic Avenger,” and the Looney Tunes film “Coyote vs. Acme,” which was rescued by Ketchup Leisure after Warner Bros. Discovery shelved the film.

In TV, highlights embrace previews of the model new FX sequence “Alien: Earth,” the model new “Star Trek” sequence “Starfleet Academy,” the updated animated sequence “King of the Hill” and the model new seasons of “Peacemaker,” “Star Trek: Uncommon New Worlds,” “Anne Rice’s Interview With the Vampire,” “Abbott Elementary” “The Strolling Lifeless: Daryl Dixon,” “Resident Alien,” and “Twisted Metallic.”

Listed below are the entire highlights of the entire convention, with descriptions from SDCC and/or the panel sponsors. All events are Pacific Daylight.

THURSDAY, JULY 24

11:00am – 12:00pm — Percy Jackson and the Olympians — The demigods are once more! “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” returns to Hall H for an epic look ahead on the extraordinarily anticipated second season. Assortment stars Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries, Aryan Simhadri, Charlie Bushnell, Dior Goodjohn, and Daniel Diemer, alongside govt producers Jon Steinberg, Craig Silverstein, and Dan Shotz, work together in a dialog stuffed with behind-the-scenes tales and a deep dive into the model new season, premiering this December on Disney+. Moderated by customer star Timothy Simons, that’s one Percy followers received’t have to miss. (Hall H)

11:15am – 12:15pm — Important Place on Prime Video: “The Mighty Nein” and “The Legend of Vox Machina” Strong — Govt producers and stable members Laura Bailey, Matthew Mercer, Marisha Ray, Liam O’Brien, Ashley Johnson, Taliesin Jaffe, Sam Riegel, and Travis Willingham give an inside check out Important Place’s growing universe on Prime Video. Put together for distinctive breaking data from the upcoming extraordinarily anticipated animated sequence The Mighty Nein, based on the broadly widespread advertising marketing campaign. Plus, don’t miss the most recent updates referring to The Legend of Vox Machina’s season 4 and what’s coming subsequent for the acclaimed sequence. (Indigo Ballroom)

12:15 – 1:15pm — Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias & Jo Koy Panel — Comedy legends Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias and Jo Koy takeover Hall H with a Q&A like certainly not sooner than! Attendees will get hold of an distinctive Fluffy & Koy SDCC Hall H giveaway! (Hall H)

1:00 – 2:00pm — Robert Kirkman — Crucial Robert Kirkman panel in Robert Kirkman historic previous! Want to check additional about the whole thing Invincible (along with the model new combating sport Invincible VS and Battle Beast comic sequence) and The Strolling Lifeless? Obsessed with his plans for Transformers and Void Rivals by means of Skybound and Hasbro’s Energon Universe? Then don’t miss this panel, which contains world premiere bulletins and distinctive giveaway surprises—positive, plural—for every attendee! (Room 6BCF)

1:45 – 2:45pm — Important Place: 10 Years and Nonetheless Rolling — The founders and stable members of Important Place Ashley Johnson (The Ultimate of Us), Marisha Ray (Fallout 76), Taliesin Jaffe (World of Warcraft), Matthew Mercer (Baldur’s Gate 3), Laura Bailey (The Ultimate of Us: Half II), Travis Willingham (Marvel Rivals), Sam Riegel (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), and Liam O’Brien (Marvel Rivals) take a reflective stroll down memory lane and look once more on the ultimate 10 unbelievable years of journey. Moderated by Whitney Moore. (Ballroom 20)

1:45 – 2:45pm — Hallmark Hallstars — Step into the heartwarming world of Hallmark Media with Chyler Leigh (“Supergirl”), B.J. Britt (“Marvel’s Brokers of S.H.I.E.L.D.”), Holland Roden (“Teen Wolf”), Luke Macfarlane (“Platonic”), Erin Cahill (“Power Rangers: Time Energy”), Tyler Hynes (“Three Good Males and a Youngster”), Heather Hemmens (“Roswell, New Mexico”), and Will Kemp (“Reign”)! This panel brings collectively beloved Hallmark stars for a celebration of feel-good fandom. From Countdown to Christmas classics to the most recent and newest Hallmark sequence, followers will get distinctive behind-the-scenes tales, sneak peeks of upcoming duties, and have a very good time the enjoyment these films carry to audiences all around the world. (Indigo Ballroom)

2:45 – 4:00pm — Collider’s Directors on Directing — Rob Reiner (director of “This Is Spinal Faucet,” “Stand by Me,” “The Princess Bride,” “Misery,” “When Harry Met Sally,” and the upcoming “Spinal Faucet II”) and Paul Feig (director of “Bridesmaids,” “A Straightforward Favor,” “Jackpot!,” “The Housemaid,” and creator of “Freaks and Geeks”) take part in a wide-ranging and in-depth dialogue regarding the magic of directing and duties earlier, present, and future. Depend on distinctive new footage and some surprises. (Hall H)

3:00 – 4:00pm — “NCIS: Tony & Ziva” — Fan-favorite characters Tony and Ziva are once more in “NCIS: Tony & Ziva,” the most recent installment of the NCIS franchise coming to Paramount+ this September! The sequence followers have waited a decade for, finds Ziva and Tony reunited with their daughter Tali in Paris, solely to be compelled to go on the run all through Europe after Tony’s security agency is attacked. Be a part of sequence stars and govt producers Cote de Pablo, Michael Weatherly and showrunner John McNamara for an action-packed distinctive check out the sequence and panel dialogue moderated by NCIS’ Brian Dietzen. (Indigo Ballroom)

3:00 – 4:00pm — “Twisted Metallic” Season 2 — Govt producers Michael Jonathan Smith, Asad Qizilbash (PlayStation Productions), EP/star Anthony Mackie, and stable Stephanie Beatriz, Joe Seanoa, and Anthony Carrigan present an distinctive sneak peek at season 2 of Peacock’s high-octane movement comedy Twisted Metallic, which follows John Doe and Quiet as they enter the deadly Twisted Metallic occasion, a sinister demolition derby hosted by a mysterious man usually known as Calypso. (Ballroom 20)

4:15 – 5:15pm — Blumhouse’s “5 Nights at Freddy’s 2” — Anyone can survive 5 nights. Can you cope with additional? The filmmakers and stars of Blumhouse’s 5 Nights at Freddy’s 2 invite you backstage of the terrifying new chapter from the highest-grossing horror film of 2023. (Hall H)

4:15 – 5:15pm — “The Strangers, Chapter 2” — Step once more into the terrifying world of The Strangers with stars Madelaine Petsch (Riverdale) and Gabriel Basso (The Night time time Agent), director Renny Harlin (Die Onerous 2, Exorcist: The Beginning), and producer Courtney Solomon (After). Be the first to get a deeper check out the chilling sequel—and a mode of what’s to return in Chapter 3. (Ballroom 20)

5:30 – 6:30pm — Penn & Teller: 50 Years of Magic — Penn Jillette (P&T: Bullshit, P&T Fool Us!) and Teller (P&T Fool Us!, Huge Bang Thought) discuss their 50 years of partnership with a moderated dialogue, viewers Q&A, video clips, and even barely magic! (Indigo Ballroom)

5:30 – 6:30pm — “Crimson Sonja” — The She-Devil with a Sword is once more! The filmmakers and stars behind the upcoming Crimson Sonja perform film present a main check out the long-awaited big-screen return of fantasy’s fiercest heroine. Stars Matilda Lutz and Robert Sheehan, alongside producers Mark Canton and Luke Lieberman and author Nick Barrucci, discuss bringing this legendary warrior to a model new period. Moderated by Felicia Day. Footage, surprises, and a few giveaways await followers of the swords, blood, hearth, and ale of mythic Hyrkania! (Ballroom 20)

5:30 – 6:30pm — “The Toxic Avenger“: Unrated and Radioactive — Put together for mayhem, mutants, and mop justice! Be among the many many first to dive into the wild world of “The Toxic Avenger” — the UNRATED, no-holds-barred reimagining of the cult primary from Troma Leisure. Be a part of writer & director Macon Blair (“I Don’t Actually really feel At Residence in This World Anymore,” writer for Marvel Comics/Darkish Horse Comics), iconic Troma co-founder Lloyd Kaufman, and an all-star stable along with Peter Dinklage (“Recreation of Thrones”), Elijah Picket (“The Lord of the Rings” franchise), Jacob Tremblay (“Room,” “Marvel”), and Taylour Paige (“Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,” “Zola”) for an unforgettable panel. Hear behind-the-scenes tales, distinctive insights, and be a part of a keep Q&A. That’s one toxic takeover you don’t have to miss! (Hall H)

6:45 – 7:45pm — Comedy Central Grownup Animation: “South Park,” “Beavis & Butt-Head,” and “Digman!” — The home for grownup animation, Comedy Central celebrates its upcoming slate with the creators and stable of the hit sequence South Park, Beavis & Butt-Head, and Digman!. Trey Parker, Matt Stone, Mike Resolve, and Andy Samberg share behind-the-scenes tales from over 30 years in animation and reply fan questions. (Hall H)

FRIDAY, JULY 25

10:00 – 11:00am — STARZ: “Outlander” — Sam Heughan, Sophie Skelton, Richard Rankin, and govt producers Matthew B. Roberts and Maril Davis dive into a look once more on the legacy of Outlander and its impression on the television panorama over the earlier 11 years. They’ll moreover discuss concerning the upcoming eighth and supreme season and supplies followers a sneak peek they gained’t have to miss. (Hall H)

10:00 – 11:00am — “Resident Alien” — Go behind the scenes with showrunner/govt producer Chris Sheridan and stars Alan Tudyk, Sara Tomko, Corey Reynolds, and Alice Wetterlund from the fan-favorite sequence Resident Alien. Based mostly totally on the Darkish Horse comic of the an identical title, the comedy sci-fi sequence is in the meanwhile in its fourth season and follows an alien who has crash-landed on Earth and hides in a distant Colorado mountain metropolis, assuming the identification of town doctor, Harry Vanderspeigle. (Ballroom 20)

11:00 – 11:45am — “Phineas and Ferb” — Co-creators Dan Povenmire and Swampy Marsh reunite with the stable at Comic-Con Worldwide for the first time in a decade. Get the within monitor on the brand-new season of Disney’s “Phineas and Ferb” and luxuriate in distinctive sneak peeks and surprises. (Indigo Ballroom)

11:00am – 12:00pm — STARZ: “Outlander: Blood of My Blood” — Meet the stable of “Outlander: Blood of My Blood”: Jamie Roy, Harriet Slater, Hermione Corfield, Jeremy Irvine, Séamus McLean Ross, Sam Retford, and Rory Alexander, joined by govt producers Matthew B. Roberts and Maril Davis to preview the model new sequence inside the Outlander Universe, specializing within the tales of Claire and Jamie’s dad and mother. With themes of succession, battle, love, and future that span plenty of time intervals, the standalone prequel sequence will entice every current Outlander followers and new viewers alike. Get capable of fall in love with two new {{couples}} as we journey all through time and dive into never-before-seen clips that showcase the origin of their relationships. “Outlander: Blood of My Blood” is a romantic saga that unfolds all through time. From the battlefields of World Battle I to the rugged Highlands of 18th-century Scotland, two fated love tales ought to defy the forces that search to tear them apart, intersecting in surprising and surprising strategies. (Hall H)

12:15 – 1:15pm — “Primitive Battle” — Writer/director Luke Sparke (Occupation Rainfall) will possible be joined by stable members Ryan Kwanten (True Blood), Tricia Helfer (Battlestar Galactica), Nick Wechsler (The Boys), and Jeremy Piven (Entourage) to premiere distinctive footage from Primitive Battle, a Vietnam Battle thriller the place the Vulture Squad realizes they’re combating every males and dinosaurs. (Ballroom 20)

12:15 – 1:15pm — “The Strolling Lifeless: Daryl Dixon” Season 3 — The stable and govt producers of “The Strolling Lifeless: Daryl Dixon” discuss concerning the extraordinarily anticipated third season of the sequence, set in Spain, and debut the official season 3 trailer. (Hall H)

1:00pm – 1:45pm — Grownup Swim’s “Rick and Morty” Season 8 — Ooh wee! After a two-year hiatus from Comic-Con, “Rick and Morty” is once more with season 8. Be a part of your total voice stable and EPs Dan Harmon and Scott Marder to hearken to breaking data, uncover new dimensions, uncover hidden Easter eggs, and get options to your burning questions regarding the latest episodes. Plus, get an distinctive sneak peek into adventures that await inside the “Rick and Morty” universe. (Indigo Ballroom)

1:25 – 2:50pm — FX’s “Alien: Earth” World Premiere and Q&A — When a mysterious home vessel crash-lands on Earth, a youthful woman (Sydney Chandler) and a ragtag group of tactical troopers make a fateful discovery that locations them face-to-face with the planet’s largest menace. Be among the many many first of us on the planet to see the pilot episode of FX’s “Alien: Earth” and hearken to from sequence creator Noah Hawley, EP David W. Zucker (Scott Free), and the stable of this extraordinarily anticipated sci-fi horror sequence impressed by the acclaimed perform film franchise. FX’s “Alien: Earth” makes impression August 12 on Hulu, FX, and Disney+ internationally. (Hall H)

1:30 – 2:15pm — Collider’s Inside Hollywood with Bob Odenkirk — Whereas Emmy Award-winner Bob Odenkirk is known the world over for his good work on Breaking Harmful, Increased Title Saul, and his bare-knuckle movement hero perform, Hutch Mansell, in Nobody, he has moreover labored on quite a few totally different duties. All through this distinctive one-on-one dialog, Odenkirk will share behind-the-scenes tales from his spectacular career and reveal never-before-seen footage from the wild new chapter in his thrilling movement franchise, Nobody 2. Depend on plenty of surprises. (Ballroom 20)

2:30 – 3:30pm — The Subsequent Wave of Horror: Neon’s “Collectively,” “Shelby Oaks,” and “Keeper” — Following the success of their breakout horror hits, “Longlegs” and “The Monkey,” Neon brings three upcoming cinematic shockers to Comic-Con for distinctive seems to be like with the filmmakers and experience behind them. Writer/director Michael Shanks and stars/producers Dave Franco and Alison Brie carry their 100% Rotten Tomatoes-rated Sundance and SXSW sensation “Collectively”; creator and critic Chris Stuckmann reveals the hidden secrets and techniques and strategies of his terrifying debut “Shelby Oaks”; and horror grasp Osgood Perkins (“Longlegs”) descends into darkness alongside together with his jaw-dropping new journey, “Keeper.” (Ballroom 20)

3:00 – 4:00pm — “The Prolonged Stroll” — Lionsgate will carry “The Prolonged Stroll,” the extraordinarily anticipated adaptation of Stephen King’s novel directed by Francis Lawrence (“The Hunger Video video games” films, “I Am Legend”) to Comic-Con. The panel will embrace film stars David Jonsson, Tut Nyuot, Garrett Wareing, Charlie Plummer, and Mark Hamill, along with producer Roy Lee and screenwriter JT Mollner. (Hall H)

3:00 – 3:45pm — “Picture voltaic Opposites” — The aliens are once more—and someway far more chaotic—as Hulu’s hit animated sequence Picture voltaic Opposites heads into its final season. Stars Thomas Middleditch, Sean Giambrone, and Tiffany Haddish be a part of govt producers Mike McMahan, Josh Bycel, and Sydney Ryan for an distinctive check out what’s subsequent in your favorite extraterrestrial family—from new misadventures on Earth to additional mayhem inside the Wall. Depend on laughs, surprises, and a great deal of sci-fi absurdity. (Indigo Ballroom)

4:00 – 4:45pm — “King of the Hill” — The long-lasting animated sequence “King of the Hill” returns to Comic-Con for the world premiere of Season 14. It’s been 15 years given that last distinctive episode of “King of the Hill” aired, and the Hill family and longtime associates are lastly once more: Arlen has modified, Hank and Peggy in the meanwhile are retired, and Bobby is all grown up! Hear all about this primary sequence when co-creators and govt producers Mike Resolve (Hank Hill, Boomhauer) and Greg Daniels, showrunner and govt producer Saladin Patterson, and stable members Pamela Adlon (Bobby Hill), Lauren Tom (Connie and Minh Souphanousinphone), and Toby Huss (Dale Gribble), come collectively for the world premiere of the “King of the Hill” revival. (Indigo Ballroom)

4:15 – 5:15pm — “Predator: Badlands” — Director Dan Trachtenberg (“Prey,” “10 Cloverfield Lane”) joins stars Elle Fanning (“A Full Unknown,” “Large 8”) and Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi (“The Panthers”) for an distinctive check out “Predator: Badlands,” the most recent chapter inside the legendary franchise. Hear firsthand tales from the set, insights into the film’s new setting and characters, and get a sneak peek at never-before-seen footage. (Hall H)

5:30 – 6:30pm — “Tron: Ares” — Step into the Grid as director Joachim Rønning (“Maleficent: Mistress of Evil,” “Pirates of the Caribbean: Lifeless Males Inform No Tales”) and the stable of “Tron: Ares” take the stage to debate the extraordinarily anticipated subsequent installment inside the Tron saga. Hear behind-the-scenes tales, get character insights, and have an distinctive first check out footage from the film. (Hall H)

SATURDAY, JULY 26

10:00 – 10:45am — “Bob’s Burgers” — The Belcher family strikes to Ballroom 20! Creator and govt producer Loren Bouchard and supervising director Bernard Derriman will break data regarding the upcoming milestone three hundredth episode with the stable, along with H. Jon Benjamin, John Roberts, Kristen Schaal, Eugene Mirman, Dan Mintz, and Larry Murphy. Get capable of howl with laughter by means of distinctive sneak peeks, a energetic panel dialogue, and an viewers Q&A. (Ballroom 20)

10:00 – 11:00am — “Coyote vs. Acme” — The movie Acme doesn’t want you to see! [REDACTED] members of the stable and filmmaking group say “thanks” to the followers for his or her unbelievable help, which led to the film’s rescue and upcoming theatrical launch from Ketchup Leisure on [REDACTED]. Along with a Q&A, be part of the first viewers anyplace to view footage of the film, hear [REDACTED], and take dwelling a Comic-Con-only giveaway! No roadrunners will possible be admitted. (Hall H)

11:00 – 11:45am — “Futurama” — Don’t merely stand there! It’s time to sit down down and loosen up for the 2025 Futurama panel. Futurama returns this fall on HULU with 10 shiny new episodes, and Matt Groening has smuggled out some top-secret, never-before-seen footage beneath his fez. See the world premiere of this stolen treasure along with David X. Cohen, govt producers Claudia Katz and Ken Keeler, supervising director Peter Avanzino, moderator Lee Supercinski, and Futurama vocal superstars Billy West, Lauren Tom, Phil LaMarr, David Herman, and Maurice LaMarche. Plus, prizes! Specific bonus: all people could get arrested! (Ballroom 20)

11:15am – 12:15pm — ABC’s “Abbott Elementary” — Strive a screening of a fan-favorite episode from Season 4 of Abbott Elementary. Following, creator and star Quinta Brunson, stars Tyler James Williams, Janelle James, Chris Perfetti, Lisa Ann Walter, William Stanford Davis, and Sheryl Lee Ralph, alongside govt producers Patrick Schumacker, Randall Einhorn, and Brian Rubenstein will get followers ready for the Season 5 premiere with a behind-the-scenes dialog about what makes the award-winning comedy an A+ hit. (Indigo Ballroom)

11:15am – 12:15pm — DreamWorks Animation’s “The Harmful Guys 2” — Everyone’s favorite felons are once more, and this time they’ve acquired agency they certainly not anticipated: The Harmful Girls. Hop inside the getaway automotive with the filmmakers and stars of DreamWorks Animation’s “The Harmful Guys 2,” as they reveal the secrets and techniques and strategies of their newest heist. (Hall H)

11:45am – 12:30pm — “The Simpsons” — Marvel’s not coming to Hall H this yr, so “The Simpsons” panel is the must-see event of Comic Con 2025! Futurama creator Matt Groening, Simpsons gag writers Matt Selman and Mike Value, director Matt Faughnan, consulting producer/director David Silverman, and shock customer stars carry an distinctive sneak preview of season 37. So put in your Marge wig and your thick Milhouse glasses for a scintillating 45 minutes of prizes, predictions, and pretzels (you’ll be capable to identify them Whitey Whackers). (Ballroom 20)

12:30 – 1:30pm — ABC’s “The Rookie” — Govt producer and star Nathan Fillion alongside creator and govt producer Alexi Hawley give the viewers a behind-the-scenes check out fan-favorite moments and teases new story arcs for the upcoming season. Plus, check out a selected sneak preview from the season 8 premiere! (Indigo Ballroom)

12:30 – 2:00pm — “Star Trek” Universe — The “Star Trek” Universe panel returns to San Diego, that features distinctive back-to-back conversations with the stable and govt producers from the Paramount + Genuine “Star Trek: Uncommon New Worlds” and the upcoming new sequence “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.” Plus, distinctive first seems to be like, reveals and surprises! “Star Trek: Uncommon New Worlds” stable members scheduled to appear embrace Rebecca Romijn, Ethan Peck, Jess Bush, Christina Chong and Paul Wesley alongside govt producers and co-showrunners Akiva Goldsman and Henry Alonso Myers, and govt producer Alex Kurtzman. “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy” stable members scheduled to appear embrace Holly Hunter, Sandro Rosta, Karim Diané, Kerrice Brooks, George Hawkins and Bella Shepard along with govt producers and co-showrunners Alex Kurtzman and Noga Landau. (Hall H)

12:45 – 1:30pm — “American Dad!” — Honey, I’m dwelling! American Dad! is once more on FOX and heading into their twentieth season of outlandish plots, covert ops, and alien escapades. The Smith family, associates, and fish Wendy Schaal, Scott Grimes, Dee Bradley Baker, and Jeff Fischer, along with govt producers Matt Weitzman and Kara Vallow and writer Nic Wegener, give an unfiltered check out the behind-the-scenes antics and fan-favorite moments, plus a sneak peek on the upcoming season. (Ballroom 20)

1:30 – 2:15pm — “Family Man” — The Griffins are bringing Quahog once more to San Diego! Stars Alex Borstein, Seth Inexperienced, Jennifer Tilly, and Mike Henry, with govt producers Alec Sulkin and Kara Vallow, return to Comic-Con with an inside check out what’s coming subsequent for the characters and voices everybody is aware of and love. (Ballroom 20)

1:45 – 2:45pm — “Paradise” — Star and govt producer Sterling Okay. Brown (“This Is Us,” “Washington Black”) and creator and govt producer Dan Fogelman (“This Is Us,” “Cars”) have a very good time and replicate on the charming first season of Hulu’s “Paradise,” which critics often known as “the simplest reveals on TV.” The creative group will discuss the entire twists and turns of season 1 and tease what’s to return for season 2. (Indigo Ballroom)

2:15 – 3:15pm — “Mission Hail Mary” — Phil Lord (director and producer), Christopher Miller (director and producer), Ryan Gosling (actor and producer), Drew Goddard (screenwriter and govt producer), and Andy Weir (creator and producer) give an distinctive first check out in all probability essentially the most anticipated sci-fi thriller movie event of 2026. Based mostly totally on the bestselling novel of the an identical title. The movie follows a science teacher who wakes up on a spaceship, lightyears from dwelling, with no recollection of who he’s or how he acquired there. As his memory returns, he begins to uncover his mission: to resolve the riddle of the mysterious substance inflicting the photo voltaic to die out. He ought to identify on his scientific data and unorthodox ideas to keep away from losing the whole thing on Earth from extinction … nevertheless an shocking friendship means he may not ought to do it alone. (Hall H)

3:00 – 4:00pm — STARZ: “Spartacus: Dwelling of Ashur” — “Spartacus: Dwelling of Ashur” explores what would happen if the ruthless, double-crossing Ashur had not perished on Mount Vesuvius and instead was rewarded by the Romans for betraying Spartacus. Now the proprietor of the very gladiator college to which he as quickly as belonged, Ashur ought to uncover methods to navigate a world merely as brutal because the sector — Roman politics and nobility. Be a part of the stable and creative group as they discuss concerning the legacy of the distinctive “Spartacus” sequence and dive into Ashur’s alternate future inside the epic new sequence.

Panelists embrace govt producer Steven S. DeKnight and stars Nick E. Tarabay, Graham McTavish (“Korris,” Ashur’s Doctore), Tenika Davis (“Achillia,” a fierce gladiatrix), Jordi Webber (“Tarchon,” a brash and headstrong gladiator), Jamaica Vaughan (“Hilara,” a youthful, elevated house slave, deeply in love with Ashur) and Jaime Slater (“Cornelia,” the ruthless partner of Julius Caesar.) The panel will possible be moderated by Liam McIntyre (“Spartacus,” The Legend of Hercules), who carried out Spartacus in Seasons 2 and three of the distinctive sequence. (Indigo Ballroom)

3:30 – 4:15pm — “Ghosts” — “Ghosts,” thought of one in every of television’s excessive comedies on CBS and Paramount+, follows Samantha and Jay, a pair working a mattress and breakfast that’s inhabited by ghosts solely Samantha can see and hearken to. Please be a part of sequence stars Utkarsh Ambudkar, Danielle Pinnock, Asher Grodman, Devan Chandler Prolonged and govt producers Joe Port and Joe Wiseman for a energetic and “spirited” panel dialog delving into the season 4 cliffhanger and what’s to return in season 5 moderated by actress and writer Punam Patel. (Ballroom 20)

3:30 – 4:30pm — “Peacemaker” Sneak Peek and Panel — The HBO Max sequence “Peacemaker,” from DC Studios and Warner Bros. Television, returns for a extraordinarily anticipated second season on August 21. Followers will possible be dealt with to distinctive sneak peek footage from the model new season and a dialog with James Gunn (co-head of DC Studios, govt producer, writer, director) and actors John Cena (Peacemaker, govt producer), Danielle Brooks (Adebayo), Jennifer Holland (Harcourt), Freddie Stroma (Vigilante), Steve Agee (Economos), Frank Grillo (Rick Flag Sr.), Sol Rodriguez (Sasha Bordeaux), and Tim Meadows (Langston Fleury). (Hall H)

4:30 – 6:00pm — Anne Rice Immortal Universe: “Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire” and “Anne Rice’s Talamasca” — The stable and govt producers of the Anne Rice Immortal Universe discuss concerning the upcoming third season of “Interview with the Vampire,” that features vampire Lestat’s long-awaited rock-and-roll tour, and the extraordinarily anticipated new sequence “Anne Rice’s Talamasca,” focused on the secretive society liable for monitoring and containing the witches, vampires, and totally different creatures scattered throughout the globe, ahead of its October premiere on AMC and AMC+, alongside the debut of newest teases from every sequence. (Ballroom 20)

5:45 – 6:45pm — “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Fortress” — “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” has gained the admiration of hundreds and hundreds of followers throughout the globe since its debut in 2019. In celebration of the extraordinarily anticipated first perform film of the epic trilogy coming fully to theaters on September 12, 2025, Crunchyroll is proud to present “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Fortress” coming to Hall H! Specific firm from Japan and the U.S. host an unforgettable night time that features an exclusive-footage presentation. The three-part cinematic movie represents the all-out battle of the massively widespread award-winning anime shonen sequence. (Hall H)

SUNDAY, JULY 27

11:00am – 12:00pm — The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art work — Legendary filmmaker George Lucas, Academy Award-winning director Guillermo del Toro, and Academy Award-winning artist Doug Chiang uncover the power of illustrated storytelling and supply a sneak peek of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art work, moderated by Grammy, Emmy, Academy Award-nominated, and Golden Globe Award-winning artist, Queen Latifah. From historic cave drawings and hieroglyphics to work, murals, illustrations, comics, digital media, and sculptures, this panel will delve into the widespread language of illustrated storytelling. (Hall H)