Comic-Con 2026: Full Schedule

1:00pm PDT

On the Mic Podcast with Tim Drake LIVE from SDCC

Thursday July 23, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT

Neil Morgan Auditorium, San Diego Central Library

Hosted by Tim Drake (Funny or Die, Demonetize), an award-winning filmmaker, writer, producer, and Second City alumnus. Tim's jokes and tweets have been featured on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and Comedy Central. Tim has assembled a group of film and TV writers to discuss navigating the madness of a writing career in 2026 Hollywood. Tim is joined by Rob Kutner (writer, Conan, The Daily Show), Stefanie Leder (showrunner/writer, No Good Nick, Melissa and Joey), Kirk Kushin (animation/comic book writer, Hello Kitty and Friends Super Cute Adventures, PAW Patrol), and Hyunjin Jo (writer, Squid Game, I Am Sam).

Thursday July 23, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Neil Morgan Auditorium, San Diego Central Library

1:45pm PDT

Marvel Comics: Avengers: Armageddon

Thursday July 23, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm PDT

Room 6A

Armageddon is here. The Red Hulk has conquered Latveria and has his sights set on world domination. Only the Avengers can stop him . . . but at what cost? A special discussion of Avengers: Armageddon includes breaking news about the blockbuster event set to usher in a new era of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes. Attendees who stay until the end will receive an exclusive copy of Avengers: Armageddon #2 with a secret new cover by Chip Zdarsky, teasing the future of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes.

Thursday July 23, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm PDT
Room 6A

U: Updated, Action/Adventure, Comics, Superheroes | 1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Comics, Superheroes

3:00pm PDT

Brandon Davis Show Live

Thursday July 23, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront

The Brandon Davis Show records a live episode with featured guest Sarah Finn (Marvel Cinematic Universe casting). Hosted by Brandon Davis (content creator, host), the show centers on fandom, movies, television, and, of course, superheroes.

Thursday July 23, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront

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11:15am PDT

DC's Gotham City

Friday July 24, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm PDT

Room 6DE

Top DC creators examine the heroes, villains, and the bad seeds shaping Gotham City's future. The panel includes an early look at what is coming this fall, including a major reveal. Featuring G. Willow Wilson (Poison Ivy), Matt Fraction (Batman), Tom Taylor (Detective Comics), Tate Brombal (Batgirl), Christopher Cantwell (Batman: Bad Seeds – Gotham Central), Scott Snyder (Absolute Batman), and others. Moderated by Rob Levin (group editor, DC).

Special Guests

Matt Fraction

Comic-Con Special Guest

Matt Fraction co-created the New York Times bestselling books Sex Criminals and Hawkeye. He co-created and worked as a writer and executive producer on Apple TV's Monarch: Legacy of Monsters and is executive producer on the adaptation of SEX CRIMINALS coming to Amazon Prime next... Read More →

Friday July 24, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm PDT
Room 6DE

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12:30pm PDT

DC's Next Level

Friday July 24, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT

Room 6DE

DC storytellers explore the Next Level publishing initiative with announcements, fresh looks, and new details from across the DC Universe. Featuring Joshua Williamson (Legion of Super-Heroes), Hayden Sherman (Legion of Super-Heroes), Kyle Higgins (Teen Titans), Michael Walsh, Gerry Duggan (Next Level: One-Shot), and others. Moderated by Brittany Holzherr (senior editor, DC) and Andrew Marino (senior editor, DC).

Friday July 24, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Room 6DE

U: Updated, Art and Illustration, Comics, Fandom, Superheroes | 1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comics, Fandom, Superheroes

3:00pm PDT

No Capes Required: Women Powering Pop Culture

Friday July 24, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Room 6DE

You don't need a cape to be a hero in storytelling. Moderator Janet Hsieh (Fun Taiwan) leads a lively panel with AJ Mendez (WWE pro wrestler), Anjali Bhimani (Ms. Marvel), Carolina Ravassa (Overwatch), Helen Shang (The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power), and Silenn Thomas (CEO, Frank Miller Ink), women who are making their mark across comics, gaming, sports, television, and film. Expect candid stories, industry insights, and a celebration of the voices driving today's most exciting and inclusive pop culture moments.

Friday July 24, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 6DE

4:00pm PDT

Spotlight on Javier Fernández

Friday July 24, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT

Room 23ABC

Javier Fernández (DC K.O., Batman and Robin, King Spawn) has become synonymous with high-energy storytelling. His work has appeared across Marvel, DC, and Image, and he appears in a one-on-one interview and Q&A session.

Special Guests

Javier Fernández

Booth #4901, Comic-Con Special Guest

Javier (Javi) Fernández is a comic book artist from Granada, Spain, best known for his interiorart and covers for DC Comics. He began working for Marvel Comics in 2011, on Captain America and then a series of Magneto issues in 2014. He has been a regular on such DC titles as B... Read More →

Friday July 24, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Room 23ABC

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4:00pm PDT

Tarzan and John Carter of Mars Live!

Friday July 24, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT

Room 32AB

Writer-showrunner Michael Kogge (Star Wars) and a surprise Academy Award–winning guest discuss their vision for the animated TV series John Carter of Mars in development, followed by updates on the upcoming John Carter of Mars audio drama, with Wasé Chief (Horizon: An American Saga) discussing her voice work as Dejah Thoris. Both efforts are authorized by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. Andrew Sumner (Titan Books, Titan Comics) shares a new announcement, while Tom Akel of Rocketship Entertainment shares updates on the upcoming massive Russ Manning’s Tarzan project and Matías Timarchi of Alien Books discusses a new take on the Lord of the Jungle in Tarzan Beyond. The session concludes with Wolf Larson (writer/producer; former Tarzan TV star; VP of entertainment, ERB, Inc.) on what's ahead in the ERB Universe for film, TV, and publishing.

Friday July 24, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Room 32AB

5:30pm PDT

Divine Design for Demigods: Creating the Costumes for Disney's Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2

Friday July 24, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT

Room 6DE

Catherine Adair (costume designer, Local 892; Perry Mason season 2, The Mysterious Benedict Society season 1) shares behind-the-scenes details on creating costumes for iconic characters, alongside her costume team: David Matwijkow (assistant costume designer, Local 892; Perry Mason season 2), Daniel Mahler Landman (key costumer, Local 705; Star Trek: Picard season 3), Tannis Hegan (specialty costumer; Tron: Ares, Peacemaker), and Zoe Neary (producer; co-producer, The Old Man season 2).

Friday July 24, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Room 6DE

U: Updated, Action/Adventure, BIPOC, Comics, Fandom, Kids, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television | 1: Programs, Action/Adventure, BIPOC, Comics, Fandom, Kids, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television

2:00pm PDT

Building a Pop Culture Podcast

Saturday July 25, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Neil Morgan Auditorium, San Diego Central Library

Podcast hosts and creators Alexis Hodoyán-Gastélum (It’s a Kpop Thing podcast host), Theresa Avila (It’s a Kpop Thing podcast host), Alexandrea Callaghan (Lady Comic Book History podcast host/journalist), Chris Victor (Live Your Dreams/The Front Row podcast host; actor; producer), Joe Gawalis (Live Your Dreams/The Front Row podcast host; creator; filmmaker), Josh Blumenkranz (film/TV critic; content creator; actor), Meosha Bean (Creator to Creators podcast host; filmmaker; cinematographer), and Maddy Myer (Maddy Mania podcast host; publicist; journalist) discuss what it takes to build and sustain a pop culture podcast from the ground up. From ideation and branding to guest booking, production, editing, promotion, and audience engagement, the panel explores the creative and business sides of podcasting across entertainment, fandom, film, television, gaming, comics, and digital culture. Moderated by Lizzy Gonzalez (Lizzy Cupcake, content creator). Audience Q&A follows.

Saturday July 25, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Neil Morgan Auditorium, San Diego Central Library

2:00pm PDT

Fans Assemble for Marvel Causeplay

Saturday July 25, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marvel costume fans from Avengers Initiative, a national volunteer nonprofit group, discuss how to get started in cosplay and how to use costuming to give back through community service events with event partners. Mark Chu-Lin (Avengers Initiative head commanding officer) moderates, with Kato Trooper (Avengers Initiative head executive officer), Kate Tidwell (executive officer, West Coast Avengers of California), Kristin Erickson (licensed marriage and family therapist), Adriana Shrem (parent of UC Irvine Health Burn Center program recipient), James Fegan (A-1 Comics communications officer), Kimberly Yong (content distributor), and Robert Torres (photographer).

Saturday July 25, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

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2:00pm PDT

The Forgotten Trio: Letterers, Inkers, and Colorists

Saturday July 25, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Room 28DE

Jessica Tseang (past Eisner judge, The Comics Voyager), and DC and Marvel award-winning letterers, colorists, and inkers share important tips for surviving in a world of A.I., how to maintain a career, their experiences in the industry, and what to expect in the future. Veterans Beth Sotelo (colorist), Jimmy Palmiotti (inker), Amanda Conner (artist and illustrator), and Dave Lanphear (letterer) will share their thoughts.

Saturday July 25, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Room 28DE

U: Updated, Comics, Seminars & Workshops, Superheroes | 1: Programs, Comics, Seminars & Workshops, Superheroes

3:00pm PDT

Spotlight on Belén Ortega

Saturday July 25, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Room 4

Belén Ortega (Wonder Woman, Trinity, Summer of Supergirl) is one of the most dynamic and popular artists in comics today. She appears in a one-on-one interview and Q&A session.

Special Guests

Belén Ortega

Booth #4901, Comic-Con Special Guest

Belén Ortega is a Spanish artist who made her American comics debut in 2019 with Marvel Comics, as both a cover and interior artist on Miles Morales: Spider-Man, Guardians of the Galaxy, Captain Marvel, and more. In 2021, she began collaborating with DC Comics as an artist on B... Read More →

Saturday July 25, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 4

5:30pm PDT

1980s Comic-Con Lost Videos Part III: The Trilogy

Saturday July 25, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT

Room 29CD

Digitized Betamax tapes gifted to the Comic-Con Archives by Greg Koudoulian to David Glanzer (Comic-Con International chief communications and strategy officer) anchor this screening and discussion of rarely seen Comic-Con TV footage from the early 1980s. Highlights include 1982 interviews with Jack Kirby and George Clayton Johnson; Sergio Aragonés (MAD magazine) onstage (including a dance); Comic-Con history as told by Shel Dorf; a "Marvel vs. DC" game show featuring Joe Kubert, Paul Levitz, and others; Masquerade clips hosted by Gary Owens; and Inkpot Awards footage, including the awards' origins, plus appearances by Dave Stevens, Archie Goodwin, Richard Kyle, and more. The program also includes an exclusive mystery clip.

Saturday July 25, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Room 29CD

5:30pm PDT

Danny Trejo's Year of the Devil

Saturday July 25, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT

Room 6DE

Creators Danny Trejo (Machete, Spy Kids), Keith Arem (Call of Duty, Ascend), and Chris Yates (Marcus Walker: Kingslayer Protocol), along with cover artist Dave Alvarez-Villalpando (BackerKit) and others, discuss Danny's debut graphic novel and upcoming crowdfunding campaign. Moderated by Ryan J. Downey (Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter).

Saturday July 25, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Room 6DE

U: Updated, Action/Adventure, Superheroes, Writers & Writing | 1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Superheroes, Writers & Writing

5:30pm PDT

Inspiring Illustrators Instruct: Learn from Entertainment's Premier Illustrators

Saturday July 25, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT

Room 5AB

Christian Cordella (2021 CDG Award winner, Superman, upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day), Alessandro Taini (2022 Emmy-winning production designer, Star Trek: Prodigy, upcoming Ghostbusters), Max Narciso (2024 Oscar-winning character designer, Luck, War Is Over), Erik Lechtenberg (The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants, Space Jam: A New Legacy), Erik Lechtenberg (storyboard artist at Illumination; Space Jam: A New Legacy, The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants), Hyoung Taek Nam (principal character concept artist for Naughty Dog Studio; The Last of Us: Left Behind, Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End), and Glenn Harmon (2018 Annie Nominee; Boss Baby, upcoming Cat in the Hat) explore storytelling through visuals, the creative process, breaking in, and how to develop a career in illustration, character design, and entertainment. Moderated by Kevin Holmgren (WritingCards.com).

Saturday July 25, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Room 5AB

U: Updated, Art and Illustration, Seminars & Workshops, Superheroes | 1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Seminars & Workshops, Superheroes

5:30pm PDT

From Indies to Blockbusters: The Storytelling Power of Diversity

Saturday July 25, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT

Room 6A

Nicole Maines (actress, writer, Supergirl, Justice League), Lenore Zann (actress, X-men ‘97, X-men: The Animated Series ), Andy Park (former Marvel director of visual development , Deadpool & Wolverine, Avengers: Doomsday), Rob Edwards (writer, Captain America: BNW, The Princess and the Frog), Anjali Bhimani (actor, Ms. Marvel, Overwatch), Stephanie Filo (editor, Daredevil: Born Again, A Black Lady Sketchshow) Andres Useche (writer, director, ICE: No One is Safe, Resist), Caitlin Glass (actress, director , Solo Leveling, FullMetal Alchemist), Hadas Mozes Lictenstein (producer, talent agent, Euphoria, Scarred), Teri Weinberg (producer, executive, The Office, Ugly Betty), and Karen David (actress, Fear the Walking Dead, Galavant) reveal their paths into the industry, how they push the boundaries of their craft, and how everyone can make a difference by giving voice to underrepresented communities and pursuing greater inclusion, empathy, and equity. Moderated by Kimberly Woods (voice actor, Archer, X-Men '97).

Saturday July 25, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Room 6A

6:00pm PDT

Out in Comics: Year 39

Saturday July 25, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm PDT

Room 4

The comic world's longest-running panel is back for its 39th record-breaking year. The comic book world has become a celebrated part of the pop culture world. LGBTQ comics and graphic novels for all ages are being produced and acclaimed in incredible numbers, and queer characters are finally starting to show up in genre movies and TV shows like Star Trek: Discovery and X-Men '97. And yet, in a politicized and polarized world, LGBTQ comics and graphic novels and LGBTQ characters in popular media are facing more banning and opposition than in previous years. This means that telling stories of queer characters of diverse backgrounds and identities is more important than ever before. Prism Comics, moderator Andy Mangels [he/him] (founder of the "Out in Comics" panel; bestselling author of Wonder Woman '77 Meets The Bionic Woman, Star Trek, and Star Wars books and comics), and panelists Jenny Blake Isabella (Black Lightning, Ghost Rider), George Gene Gustines (comics journalist and editor, New York Times), Rupert Kinnard (Brown Bomber and The Diva), Jim McCann (The Other/Half), Margeaux Pepoy (The Adventures of Simone & Ajax), Sarah Gailey (Upright Women Wanted, Eat the Rich), and Brandon T. Snider (Supergirl's Family Vacation, Pride Parade Mad Libs) discuss what being "Out in Comics" means now and in the future. A short Prism Comics meet-and-greet follows the panel discussion.

Saturday July 25, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Room 4

6:30pm PDT

The Unsung Heroes of Superhero Films

Saturday July 25, 2026 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT

Room 29CD

Behind every epic battle and breathtaking moment is a team of creative powerhouses and unsung heroes bringing superhero worlds to life. Costumer Gaby Acosta (Captain Marvel), composer Christopher Young (Spider-Man 3, Deadpool VR), stunt coordinator Thom Khoury Williams (Doom Patrol, The Punisher), sound mixers Ryan Collins and Nick Offord (Spider-Noir), stunt coordinator Chelsea Bruland (Descendants: The Rise of Red, Black Widoow), composer Roger Suen (Daredevil, Krypton), and stunt coordinator Cory DeMeyers (Venom, Project Power) share how their craft transforms imagination into cinematic impact, building worlds, shaping action, and giving every punch, explosion, and emotional beat its power. Moderated by Lumos PR CEO Stephanie Pfingsten.

Saturday July 25, 2026 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
Room 29CD

6:45pm PDT

X-Men Fandom Panel

Saturday July 25, 2026 6:45pm - 7:45pm PDT

Room 6DE

Season 2 of X-Men '97 is upon us, and the annual X-Men Fandom Panel returns to celebrate all things X-Men. Cast members Lenore Zann (Rogue), Holly Chou (Jubilee), Gui Agustini (Sunspot), and Carolina Ravassa (Polaris) will appear alongside the composers of X-Men '97, The Newton Brothers. Surprise appearances and freebies from Hasbro, Entertainment Earth, Agoro, and more will be featured. X-Men fans won't want to miss this panel moderated by Chandler Poling and Chris Riley of Giant-Size Productions, producers of The Uncanny Experience, the ultimate immersive X-Men fan event.

Saturday July 25, 2026 6:45pm - 7:45pm PDT
Room 6DE

U: Updated, Animation, Comics, Fandom, Movies, Music, Superheroes, Television | 1: Programs, Animation, Comics, Fandom, Movies, Music, Superheroes, Television

8:00pm PDT

AAPI Representation in Comics and Media

Saturday July 25, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm PDT

Grand 12 & 13, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

A candid discussion with creators on what inspired them growing up and their experiences breaking into the industry. Rich Ting (actor, Tulsa King, Warrior), Peggy Chung (director/author, Gadget-Bot Productions, Kaidro Chronicle), Helen Shang (television writer, Avatar: The Last Airbender, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power), Nogi San (artist, Marvel/DC/BOOM!), and Mark Nazal (visual effects supervisor, Gotham, Lucifer) discuss the work behind the characters and stories seen across comics and media. Moderated by Justin Otero.

Saturday July 25, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
Grand 12 & 13, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

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8:00pm PDT

Not So Strange Bedfellows: The Relationship Between Comics and Pro Wrestling

Saturday July 25, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm PDT

Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Some have called the spectacle of pro wrestling "a comic book come to life." That is not far from the truth. From the heroics of Hulk Hogan to the antiheroics of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and the villainy of Ric Flair, this panel explores the parallels in character development and storyline advancement between these outrageous forms. Featuring Francis Szyskowski (creator, The Massacre Twins), Rik Offenberger (editor-in-chief, First Comics News), Hunter Jackson (co-founder, GWAR; professional wrestler), Chris Squires (G-Men Comics; 20-year veteran wrestling referee), and Michael Mondragon (Punk Rock Art School; co-founder, Pro Wrestling Guerrilla). Moderated by Joshua Waldrop (founder/publisher, Ultima Comics).

Saturday July 25, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

U: Updated, Comics, Fandom, Superheroes, Television, After Dark | 1: Programs, Comics, Fandom, Superheroes, Television, After Dark

11:00am PDT

Art Is Super!

Sunday July 26, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Room 29AB

Comic-Con special guests Denys Cowan, Javier Fernández, Belén Ortega, and Scott Williams, with Mark Waid leading the discussion, talk about superhero art and what makes it pop. These fan favorites have illustrated some of your favorite superheroes of all time, making this a panel of super greats.

Special Guests

Javier Fernández

Booth #4901, Comic-Con Special Guest

Belén Ortega

Booth #4901, Comic-Con Special Guest

Scott Williams

Booth #4505, Comic-Con Special Guest

Scott Williams is a fan favorite comic book artist whose career spans over 40 years. Best known as the inker on such hit titles as X-Men (including X-Men #1 in 1991, the single largest-selling comic in history) and Batman: Hush, Williams has won numerous awards for his groundbreaking embellishment style. Having collaborated with dozens of the top artists in the field, the symbiotic partnership Scott shares with superstar Jim Lee in particular is one of the longest-lasting pairings in the business. Scott... Read More →

Denys Cowan

Booth #4601, Comic-Con Special Guest

Denys Cowan’s acclaimed work as the artist on The Question, Detective Comics, Black Panther, Deathlok, and Nightwing in the 1980s established him as one of comics’ most distinctive storytellers. In 1993 he helped launch Milestone Media, the revolutionary company that changed the face of comics by centering diverse voices and perspectives. Beyond comics, Cowan served as executive producer of the... Read More →

Mark Waid

Comic-Con Special Guest

Over the course of his four decades in the comic book industry, New York Times bestselling author Mark Waid has developed characters and written stories for Batman, Superman, Spider-Man, The Avengers, X-Men, Archie, Star Wars, The Incredibles, Fantastic Four, Wonder Woman, Daredevil, Captain America, and almost every other franchise currently enjoying success... Read More →

Sunday July 26, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 29AB

U: Updated, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Comics, Superheroes | 1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Comics, Superheroes

11:00am PDT

Masters of the Public Domain

Sunday July 26, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

In a crowded comics marketplace, many creators find public domain characters a way to appeal to preexisting fan bases and bring new fans to their work. What separates a fresh take from a blatant cash grab? How can new life be breathed into old stories, and how loyal should creators be to established lore? Clay Adams (Blazing Blade of Frankenstein, Camilla Unbound), Kat Calamia (Lifeline Comics, The EverAfter Verse), Phil Falco (Lifeline Comics, The EverAfter Verse), Jessica Maison Judd (Mary Shelley's School for Monsters), and Fabrice Sapolsky (Shakespeare's Vampires; 2026 Eisner nominee, Noir Is the New Black) discuss what to do (and not to do) when using works from the public domain. Moderated by Andy Nordvall (Bad Future Comics, Nightmare Theater 3-D).

Sunday July 26, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

U: Updated, Comics, Marriott Programs, Mysteries & Crime Dramas, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Writers & Writing | 1: Programs, Comics, Marriott Programs, Mysteries & Crime Dramas, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Writers & Writing

12:00pm PDT

Autism in Comic Books

Sunday July 26, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT

Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Representation matters, but it comes with complications. Moderator Britton Payne (animation attorney; executive director, The Autism Scene) details the sometimes troubling history of autistic characters in comic books and how comics as a medium can foster a modern understanding of autism among its readership. Multiple-Eisner award nominee Deniz Camp will discuss the development of the autism storyline he wrote in the smash hit comic book Absolute Martian Manhunter. Fourth grader and inclusion advocate Eleanor Payne discusses YA books featuring autistic characters. Panelist Rebecca Burgess (YA graphic novel Speak Up!) also discusses their experiences as an autistic comic book creator and the process of creating autistic comic book characters, including an autistic main character navigating her way through high school.

Special Guests

Deniz Camp

Comic-Con Special Guest

Deniz Camp writes comics. The son of Turkish and Filipina immigrants, born in the Philippines but raised in the American midwest, he’s known for 20th Century Men (Image Comics), Ultimates (Marvel), Absolute Martian Manhunter (DC), Bleeding Hearts (Vertigo), and Assorted Crisis ... Read More →

Sunday July 26, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

U: Updated, Anime & Manga, Comics, Education, Historical, Kids, Marriott Programs, Superheroes, Writers & Writing | 1: Programs, Anime & Manga, Comics, Education, Historical, Kids, Marriott Programs, Superheroes, Writers & Writing

12:15pm PDT

Ask an Astronaut: Q&A with NASA Astronaut (and Everest Climber) Scott Parazynski

Sunday July 26, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm PDT

Room 5AB

Scott E. Parazynski is a physician, astronaut, and explorer. Trained as an ER doctor, he is a veteran of five Space Shuttle flights and seven spacewalks, including the one dubbed the "Apollo 13 moment" of the shuttle era. He is the first person to have both flown in space and summited Mount Everest. He was also Senator John Glenn's personal space physician during Glenn's historic return to orbit in 1998 and completed the first U.S.-Russian spacewalk. In addition, he is an active volcano explorer, scuba diver, commercial-rated pilot, former Olympic coach, technology inventor, serial entrepreneur, and author of the bestseller The Sky Below: A True Story of Summits, Space and Speed. An extended Q&A is included. Moderated by Susan Karlin (Fast Company).

Sunday July 26, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm PDT
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