Comic-Con 2026: Full Schedule

10:30am PDT

Thursday July 23, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am PDT

The world of Conan is bigger than ever. Marcos Cronander (Heroic Signatures), Fred Malmberg (director), Shawn Curley (marketing creative director), and others share a look at what lies beyond the comic page, including new gaming projects, the Conan Exiles Remaster, merchandise reveals, and an update on an animated project in development. Moderated by Andrew Sumner (Forbidden Planet TV).

Thursday July 23, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am PDT
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1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Action/Adventure, Animation, Art and Illustration, Books, Comics, Fandom, Games, Historical, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television, Video Games, Writers & Writing

11:30am PDT

Image Comics: Comics Characters Fans Will Love or Hate . . . or Love to Hate!

Thursday July 23, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT

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Matthew Rosenberg (If Destruction Be Our Lot), Patrick Kindlon (Tigress Island), John Layman (Chew), Rob Guillory (Chew), and Dustin Nguyen (Crownbound) discuss character building that leaps from the page and what makes characters lovable or unlikable to readers. Moderated by Jim Viscardi.

Thursday July 23, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Books, Comics, Fandom

12:30pm PDT

Star Trek's Family Tree

Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT

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For Star Trek's 60th anniversary, this panel explores the creative lineage that shaped the final frontier and the legacy it created in return. From early influences like Forbidden Planet and mid-century science fiction to the groundbreaking ideas explored by Gene Roddenberry and the countless films and series inspired by Trek, the panel maps the franchise's place in pop culture history. Featuring creators, historians, and surprise guests, this conversation highlights the ideas, ethics, and imagination that continue to define Star Trek across generations. Panelists include Tom Costantino (co-producer/editor, The Orville), Jennifer Muro (co-producer/writer, Star Trek Prodigy), and Larry Nemecek (author of Star Trek: The Next Generation Companion), moderated by John Champion (Roddenberry Podcasts).

Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
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U: Updated, Anniversaries, Fandom, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television | 1: Programs, Anniversaries, Fandom, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

1:30pm PDT

Finding the Funny in Six Panels or Less

Thursday July 23, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

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Is there anything better than a six-panel page? What about it lends itself so well to setting up a joke and landing a punchline? The funniest people in comics, Peter Bagge (Hate), Nathan Gelgud (No Concessions!), Mimi Pond (Do Admit: The Mitford Sisters and Me), Marc Torices (Cornelius), and Julia Wertz (Bury Me Already (It's Nice Down Here)), talk with Heidi Macdonald about finding the funny everywhere they can.

Special Guests

Peter Bagge

Artist Alley II-09, Comic-Con Special Guest

Peter Bagge is an American cartoonist specializing in alternative comics, best known for his satirical series Neat Stuff (1985–1991) and Hate (1990–1998), which featured exaggerated depictions of dysfunctional suburban families and grunge-era youth through characters like Bud... Read More →

Mimi Pond

Comic-Con Special Guest

Mimi Pond is an American cartoonist, humorist, and writer. In 1982, her book The Valley Girls Guide to Life (Dell) became a bestseller and launched her career. Her works include humor books such as Secrets of the Powder Room (1983) and Splitting Hairs (1998) as well as acclaimed... Read More →

Thursday July 23, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comic-Con Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Comics, Humor & Satire

2:30pm PDT

Romance on the Big Screen: Why It's About Damn Time

Thursday July 23, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

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The biggest genre in fiction is finally taking center stage. From buzzy adaptations to streaming sensations, romance is claiming its rightful place on screens, and audiences can't look away. Panelists Ali Hazelwood (Mate), Christina Hobbs (The Romance Revival), Lauren Billings (The Paradise Problem), Maurene Goo (One & Only), Laura Lewis (Rebelle Media), Amanda Palely (Rebelle Media), and Max Siemers (Magic Hour Entertainment) discuss why the shift is happening now, what it means for the industry, and why love stories have always been the main event. Moderated by Veronica Roth (Seek the Traitor's Son).

Thursday July 23, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Books, Writers & Writing

3:30pm PDT

Spotlight on Scott Williams

Thursday July 23, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT

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From his iconic runs on X-Men to Batman and more, Scott Williams (Batman: Hush) discusses his 40-year career in comics as an artist and inker and his evolution as a creator over the decades. Guest moderator and longtime collaborator Alex Sinclair (Batman: Hush) joins him for art, insights, and a lively Q&A session.

Special Guests

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 →

Thursday July 23, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Comics, Superheroes

4:30pm PDT

How Webtoons Have Changed the Comics Industry

Thursday July 23, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT

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Webtoons, vertical-scrolling comics, are changing how people read comics. Deb Aoki (Mangasplaining), Kalai Chik (K-ComicsBeat), and Heidi MacDonald (The Beat) are joined by Leanne M. Krecic (Let's Play) and Derek V. Song (Fantasy High) to talk about the latest trends coming from Korea to the U.S. and how U.S. publishers are adapting traditional comics to the format. From a $1.3 billion industry in Korea to one of the fastest-growing storytelling platforms around the world, the panel looks at how people are making and reading webtoons, and what that means for the future.

Special Guests

Derek V. Song

Comic-Con Special Guest

Derek V. Song is an Asian American writer from Boston. Since debuting in 2023, Derek has amassed millions of readers across various titles on WEBTOON, including The Last Bloodline, The Primal Hunter, Paranoid Mage, and the recent adaptation of Dimension 20’s hit D&D series, Fantasy... Read More →

Thursday July 23, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Anime & Manga, Comic-Con Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Comics, Web

5:30pm PDT

How to Stay in the Game

Thursday July 23, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT

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Illustrator and designer Kelly McMahon (Roku City, Immortal Legend Batman), actor Adam McArthur (Star vs. the Forces of Evil, Jujutsu Kaisen), writer Kyle Higgins (Radiant Black, Teen Titans), and producer Cherish Chen (We're All Gonna Die and RocketJump Film School) discuss adapting to a creative landscape that won't sit still. Traditional paths to success are disappearing, and creators are being forced off course, but adaptability and craft are paving the way to a new era. This panel digs into the value of in-person connections, finding collaborators, fully leveraging concepts, forging nontraditional paths, and harnessing social media and community to shape what comes next. Moderated by Luisa De Armas (CESD Talent).

Thursday July 23, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Games, Movies, Seminars & Workshops

6:30pm PDT

Marvel, Moana, Manga, Mānēs, and 'Merica (Melting Pot Comics: America at 250)

Thursday July 23, 2026 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT

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Eisner and Harvey Award–winning Gene Luen Yang (Shang-Chi, Superman, Lunar New Year Love Story), Thien Pham (Sumo, Family Style), and Briana Loewinsohn (Ephemera, Raised by Ghosts), along with Wayne Lo (Star Wars: The Clone Wars designer; ILM VFX art director), take part in a high-energy sing-off of the "Star-Spangled Banner" with Hawaiian, Hebrew, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, and Texan flair. Beyond the fun, the panel explores the heart and memories behind their comics, celebrating culture shaped by America's unity and diversity.

Special Guests

Briana Loewinsohn

Artist Alley HH-16, Comic-Con Special Guest

Briana Loewinsohn is the author of the graphic memoir Ephemera (Fantagraphics, 2023), which was listed as one of the ALA’s top graphic novels of 2023 and was awarded the 2023 Foreword Indies Editors Prize for nonfiction. Her latest book, Raised by Ghosts (Fantagraphics, 2025), won... Read More →

Thursday July 23, 2026 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Animation, Anime & Manga, Art and Illustration, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comic-Con Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Comics, Education, Historical, Humor & Satire, International, Kids, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes

7:30pm PDT

PSYONIC: Bionic Arms in the Real World

Thursday July 23, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT

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Luke Skywalker, Furiosa, and the Winter Soldier all use bionic hands, so this panel explores what it is like to create and use real bionic limbs. Dr. Aadeel Akhtar (CEO, PSYONIC) talks with users of PSYONIC's Ability Hand, including Dale DiMassi (award-winning filmmaker, PSYONIC), Steve Lemos (automotive technician), Ivan Krastev (future pilot), and Annika Berlin (grassroots advocacy manager, Amputee Coalition), about the technology and the experience, including live demonstrations.

Thursday July 23, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Cosplay, Education, Technology - Science - STEM

8:30pm PDT

Upcoming Video Games to Be Excited For

Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT

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Gareth Von Kallenbach and members of Skewed and Reviewed discuss some of the hottest upcoming video games. The panel includes clips, Q&A, and information on anticipated releases. Panelists include Genevieve McBride, Michael Newman, Karen Newman, Victor Calderon, and Juliette Calderon.

Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Games, Video Games, After Dark

10:30am PDT

Smallville's Kristin Kreuk: Black Star

Friday July 24, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am PDT

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Actor Kristin Kreuk (Burden of Truth, Murder in a Small Town) discusses her first comic book, Black Star, a Northern Gothic noir infused with horror and dark humor. Kreuk appears with co-writer Peter Mooney (Rookie Blue, Mistletoe Murders) and screenwriter Eric Putzer to discuss the creative process from concept to page and the eerie world behind the series. Moderated by Andrew Sumner (Forbidden Planet TV). Black Star #1 debuts at the convention with a special exclusive cover available only at the show.

Friday July 24, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am PDT
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1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Books, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, Fandom, Historical, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television, Writers & Writing

11:30am PDT

Genre Mixing and Maxxing

Friday July 24, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT

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Genres constantly evolve, and these authors are the Mendels in the garden, mixing and matching tropes to expand the bounds of genre. SDCC special guest Matt Dinniman (The Dungeon Crawler Carl series; Operation Bounce House), Robert Jackson Bennett (A Trade of Blood), Adalyn Grace (Belladonna; The Wretched Divine), Isabel J. Kim (Sublimation), and Veronica Roth (Seek the Traitor's Son; Divergent) discuss what it takes to define—and subvert—genre tropes to create best-selling works. Moderated by Matthew Berge (Mysterious Galaxy).

Special Guests

Matt Dinniman

Comic-Con Special Guest

Matt Dinniman is a writer and artist from Gig Harbor, Washington. He is the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Dungeon Crawler Carl series, along with several other books about the end of the world. He doesn’t really hate cocker spaniels, and he plays bass in one band... Read More →

Friday July 24, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Books, Comic-Con Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Writers & Writing

12:30pm PDT

Indie Filmmaker's Survival Guide

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

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Independent films Obsession and Backrooms beat a Star Wars film at the box office, ushering in an indie film revolution. Now it's never been easier to get an indie movie made. Panelists share real-world advice on fundraising, production, marketing, distribution, and the ethical use of A.I. Featuring April Wright (Final Trip), Joseph Kahn (Ick), Jim Agnew (Off the Grid), Chris Gore (Attack of the Doc!), and Christopher Moonlight (The Quantum Terror).

Friday July 24, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Animation, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Seminars & Workshops, Writers & Writing

1:30pm PDT

Artist's Editions and More: What's Next at Act 4?

Friday July 24, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

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Act 4 Publishing's Scott Dunbier and Amanda Dunbier talk about their remaining books coming out this year and reveal, for the first time, a number of Artist's Editions coming next year. As usual, there will be a presentation of glorious original art, as well as a Q&A session. There will also be some trivia questions (with a prize) and a raffle, with two recent Artist's Editions given away in a snazzy new Act 4 Publishing tote bag.

Friday July 24, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Books, Comics, Historical, Superheroes

2:30pm PDT

SteelBook Unlocked: Collector's Corner

Friday July 24, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

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A peek behind the curtain with Aaron Gershman (Lionsgate, SVP of creative), Barron Postmus (SDS, VP of retail marketing), Leslie Bland (Crunchyroll, VP of global commerce strategy and development), and Devon Downs (Alliance Entertainment, director of creative services). Moderated by Matt Marone (Scanavo, business development manager), the panel discusses the exciting future of SteelBook, holds a Q&A, and offers exclusive first looks at what studio partners have coming soon.

Friday July 24, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Fandom, International

3:30pm PDT

You're Wrong Again, Leonard Maltin

Friday July 24, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT

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Once again, this lively panel offers a chance to match wits with one of America's most recognized film experts and critics, Leonard Maltin. Opinions about movies both new and old, as expressed in his long-running Movie Guide, online, and on the Maltin on Movies podcast he hosts with his daughter Jessie Maltin, can be debated, with Jessie serving as referee and interlocutor. The Marquis of Queensberry rules will apply.

Friday July 24, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Movies, Podcasts

4:30pm PDT

Pro Writers AMA: Ask Me (Almost) Anything!

Friday July 24, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT

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Dreaming of a career as a professional writer? Whether your goal is screenwriting, animation, video games, comics, graphic novels, or prose fiction, this panel of industry veterans offers an honest look at the realities of building a career with words. From breaking into the business and finding representation to indie publishing, branding, marketing, crowdfunding, and convention sales, no topic is off the table. Should you pursue traditional publishing or go independent? Do you need an agent? Is Amazon an opportunity, a challenge, or a trap? This interactive Q&A features practical advice, hard-earned lessons, and insights from the front lines of today's publishing and entertainment industries. Panelists include Neo Edmund (Power Rangers, Red Riding Alpha Huntress Chronicles), Brian Freyermuth (Fallout, Epic Micky 2), Melissa Flores (Power Rangers, Spider-Gwen: Smash), Doc Harry Kloor (Star Trek, Quantum Quest), Francesca Lia Block (House of Hearts, Weetzie Bat), and Amy Linsamouth (The Savior, Spirit House). Moderated by Prof. Adira Edmund (Terra Tarot, Red Riding Alpha Huntress Chronicles).

Friday July 24, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Animation, Books, Comics, Education, LGBTQIA+, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television, Video Games, Writers & Writing

5:30pm PDT

Indigenous Comics and Nature's Advocacy

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

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Comics creators Dale Ray DeForest (Dine), Tokala Tatum (Yakama/Rosebud Sioux), and Deshheum (Nooksack/Shxwhay Village First Nation) are joined by Kumeyaay/Ipai artists Nayah and Chanthavy Alvarado to explore how Indigenous art and stories convey ancestral links and unique responsibilities to a people's homeland. Moderated by comics creator Chag Lowry (Yurok/Maidu/Pit River).

Friday July 24, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Anime & Manga, Art and Illustration, BIPOC, Comics, Education, Historical, Kids, Superheroes, Writers & Writing

6:30pm PDT

From Paradise Hills to Comic-Con: The San Diego Roots and Creative Journeys of Bobby Rubio & Keithan Jones

Friday July 24, 2026 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT

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Bobby Rubio (director of Float, creator of Neighborhood Legend) and Keithan Jones (founder of Black Comix Day, creator of The Power Knights, 2021 and 2022 Eisner Award judge) take an intimate look at how their shared hometown and childhood friendship shaped their paths from aspiring local artists to industry leaders. Together, they discuss the importance of local representation, the evolution of their creator-owned projects like Rubio's Alcatraz High and Neighborhood Legend and Jones's The Power Knights, and how the San Diego community and their experiences at Comic-Con throughout the years continue to inspire their mission to bring diverse, homegrown stories to the global stage. Moderated by Aaron Nabus (host of the Hall H Show podcast, founder of FilAm CreatorCon).

Friday July 24, 2026 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, BIPOC, Comics

7:30pm PDT

San Diego Kids to Hollywood Artists!

Friday July 24, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT

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A panel of native San Diegans who have made it big in publishing and Hollywood discusses their paths, the skills they learned along the way, and what it takes to make it today. Everyone starts out as a kid with a sketchbook and a pencil, and their stories highlight what it takes to chase art and animation dreams. Jeff Ranjo (Warner Bros.), Ricky Nierva (Pixar), Esther Tejano (Netflix Animation), and Justin Parpan (Disney) participate. Moderated by Tom Racine.

Friday July 24, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT
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U: Updated, Animation, Art and Illustration, Comics, Kids, Movies, Television | 1: Programs, Animation, Art and Illustration, Comics, Kids, Movies, Television

10:00am PDT

Inside the Writers Room: Re-imagining Television for the New Normal

Saturday July 25, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am PDT

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Television showrunners and writers discuss the state of the industry and how they are navigating dramatic changes in the medium, while sharing insights and stories for the next generation. Moderated by Chris Parnell (executive vice-president, Paramount+), panelists include Ryan Condal (House of the Dragon, Colony), VJ Boyd (Justified, S.W.A.T.), Marc Bernardin (Eyes of Wakanda, Batman: Caped Crusader, Carnival Row), Gabrielle Stanton (Haven, The Summer I Turned Pretty, The Flash), Deric Hughes (Quantum Leap, Arrow, Warehouse 13), Kay Reindl (Shining Vale, Scream), Jeff Yorkes (The Muppets Mayhem), Ashley E. Miller (DOTA: Dragon's Blood, Black Sails), Javier Grillo-Marxuach (The Witcher, Lost), and Mark A. Altman (Pandora, The Librarians, Castle).

Saturday July 25, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am PDT
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1: Programs, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television, Writers & Writing

11:30am PDT

What's Next from WEBTOON Entertainment

Saturday July 25, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT

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WEBTOON editors, executives, and creators share announcements, first looks, and behind-the-scenes insights into upcoming projects across WEBTOON Entertainment. From breakout webcomics and graphic novels to adaptations and new platform initiatives, the session spotlights stories and creators shaping the future of comics and entertainment.

Saturday July 25, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Animation, Anime & Manga, Books, Comics, Fandom, International, Movies, Superheroes, Television, Web, Writers & Writing

12:30pm PDT

Dark Horse: Usagi Yojimbo

Saturday July 25, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT

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The wandering rabbit ronin takes center stage as Stan Sakai (Usagi Yojimbo) discusses 40+ years of creating his beloved comic book series. From past adventures to new horizons, Jared Cullum (Kodi) and Zack Rosenberg (T.S. Hullabaloo) join Sakai for a conversation moderated by Justin Eisinger (editor-in-chief, Dogu Publishing; It Rhymes with Takei).

Saturday July 25, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Anniversaries, Books, Comics

1:30pm PDT

Neon Ichiban: Welcome to the Future of Digital Comics

Saturday July 25, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

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Neon Ichiban 2.5 is the next evolution of digital comics and manga. One year after David Steinberger and Chip Mosher unveiled Neon Ichiban, this panel offers an exclusive first look at what's next. Featuring Dark Horse Comics, DC, DSTLRY, Kodansha, Marvel Comics, Oni Press, Rebellion, Vault Comics, and more, the panel explores Neon Ichiban 2.5 and the latest innovations shaping the future of digital comics and manga. From same-day releases and resellable digital comics to limited digital collectibles and groundbreaking remarques technology, where creators can sign and sketch directly on digital issues, Neon Ichiban is redefining how fans read, collect, and connect. For fans of comics, manga, and the future of fandom, this is the panel. Moderated by Chris Ross, head of remarques at Neon Ichiban.

Saturday July 25, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comics, Fandom, Technology - Science - STEM, Web

2:30pm PDT

Spotlight on Matt Fraction

Saturday July 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

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Writer and producer Matt Fraction (Batman) is joined by his wife, writer Kelly Sue DeConnick (Wonder Woman Historia: The Amazons), for a conversation about storytelling across comics and television, creator-owned work, collaboration, and surviving long enough to become a veteran of an industry that still feels faintly ridiculous. The panel includes stories from Fraction's work in comics and television, plus audience Q&A and a discussion of what happens when two people with objectively very cool jobs still cannot reliably impress their teenagers.

Special Guests

Kelly Sue DeConnick

Comic-Con Special Guest

Kelly Sue DeConnick is best known for reinventing Carol Danvers as Captain Marvel at Marvel and for the Black Label standard-setting Wonder Woman Historia: The Amazons at DC. Her independent comics Bitch Planet and Pretty Deadly (both from Image) have ranked as New York Times be... Read More →

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 →

Saturday July 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Comic-Con Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Comics, Humor & Satire, Superheroes, Television, Writers & Writing

3:30pm PDT

Image Comics: The New Wave of Comics Storytelling, Character, and Talent

Saturday July 25, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT

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Franklin Jonas (Fireborn), Maytal Zchut (Sisterhood: A Hyde Street Story), Lamont Magee (Surprise Announcement), Brett Bean (D'Orc), and GMB Chomichuk (The Eye Collector) discuss what it is like bringing new comics to market and creating comics that fans connect with. Moderated by Jim Viscardi.

Saturday July 25, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Comics, Fandom, Writers & Writing

4:30pm PDT

Hip-Hop and Comics: Cultures Combining

Saturday July 25, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT

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Hip-hop and comics share numerous connections and exist in constant communication with one another: Rappers and graffiti artists utilize superheroic imagery; DJs and producers create new universes of sound; comic creators and animators incorporate hip-hop's musical and visual vocabularies; collectors dig through crates for back issues and breakbeats; and both forms reconfigure and remix elements and inspire passionate fanbases. Moderator Patrick A. Reed and an all-star group of artistic innovators discuss the essential bonds between these two vital creative cultures.

Saturday July 25, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Comics, Music, Writers & Writing

5:30pm PDT

Layer by Layer: How to Build a Tiny Onion Story

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

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Curious about what goes into creating Tiny Onion's in-depth worlds? Tyler Boss (You'll Do Bad Things), Che Grayson (Exquisite Corpses), Christian Ward (Spectregraph), and Eric Harburn (editor-in-chief) discuss world-building and creative process, with a focus on the craft of storytelling. Moderated by Sami DeMonster (Tiny Onion community manager).

Saturday July 25, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Comics, Writers & Writing

6:30pm PDT

Magic: The Gathering Blogatog Live

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

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Magic head designer Mark Rosewater presents a one-man program that re-creates his daily blog, answering audience questions about the making of the popular trading card game.

Saturday July 25, 2026 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Games, Science Fiction & Fantasy

7:30pm PDT

Why Immersive Worlds Work (and Why Some Don't)

Saturday July 25, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT

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Why do some immersive experiences transport you completely while others fall flat within minutes? The panel explores the key ingredients that make immersive environments successful, from narrative clarity and spatial design to guest psychology and attention to detail. Featuring Bonnie Hallman (creative director, Mycotoo), Josh Steadman (senior director of experience design, Space Center Houston), Kathrynn Di Genova (executive producer, Disney Live Entertainment), and Andy Di Genova (senior producer, Walt Disney Imagineering), and moderated by Camille Falciola (From Page To Park).

Saturday July 25, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Education, Fandom, Movies, Seminars & Workshops, Television, Tributes, Writers & Writing

8:30pm PDT

Best Spider-Man Villain: Great Pop Culture Debate Live

Saturday July 25, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT

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Do you have opinions on superheroes? Of course you do. This live version of the hit podcast Great Pop Culture Debate features host Eric Rezsnyak and panelists Tim Seeley (Local Man, Rogue: The Savage Land), Jordan Morris (The Amazing Venom, Good Mythical Morning), Meghan Fitzmartin (Mary Sue, Supernatural), and Brendan Hay (Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai, Robot Chicken) debating who Spidey's greatest enemy is. Audience votes live will decide which villain moves forward. Sixteen contenders. One winner. Infinite debates.

Saturday July 25, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Comics, Fandom, Humor & Satire, Podcasts, Superheroes, After Dark

10:00am PDT

Girl Dessert

Sunday July 26, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT

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Here's a treat for readers who love to devour Romantasy. Callie Hart (Quicksilver, Brimstone), Autumn Krause (The Gods Will Sing Our Song), M.K. Lobb (The Dark in Her Veins), Kaylie Smith (Phantasma, Enchantra), and Ariel Sullivan (Conform, Beneath) talk about the ingredients they use to bring the sweet and the heat to their worlds. Moderated by Jeanelle Horcasitas (educator, technical writer, and speculative futurist).

Sunday July 26, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
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1: Programs, Books, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Writers & Writing

11:00am PDT

The Art of Graphic Novels, for All Ages

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

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In an era defined by rapid-fire digital imagery and attention spans pulled in a thousand directions, graphic novels do something miraculous: They make us slow down, reveling in the unique collaborative storytelling between words and art. Graphic novelists Dan Santat (A Fishboy Named . . . Sashimi), Jennifer Lee and LeUyen Pham (As I Dream of You), and Olivie Blake (Clara & The Devil, Volume 1) discuss the inspiration behind their new graphic novels, their creative processes, and the unique challenges of bringing stories to life for all ages. Gene Luen Yang (American Born Chinese, The Books of Clash series) moderates.

Special Guests

LeUyen Pham

Comic-Con Special Guest

LeUyen Pham is the artist of over 120 books for adults and children. Her graphic novels include the multi-Eisner Award–winning Lunar New Year Love Story with Gene Yang, the Eisner Award–nominated Templar, and the bestselling Friends series with Shannon Hale. She is the recipient of several awards, including the Caldecott Honor, The Society of Illustrator’s Bronze Medal, and the Fay B. Kaigler Southern Miss Medallion. She is the creator of the Vampirina book series, which has been... Read More →

Sunday July 26, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Books, Comic-Con Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Comics, Kids, Writers & Writing

12:00pm PDT

Multi-Genre Masters

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

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Whether it's fantasy, sci-fi, horror, or a tingler, these authors aren't afraid to adopt new genres to tell their stories. SDCC special guest V. E. Schwab, Olivie Blake (Gifted & Talented, Clara and the Devil), Sara Hashem (The Jasad Crown), Chuck Tingle (Fabulous Bodies), and Kiersten White (Mister Magic: The Graphic Novel) discuss how they genre-hop within and between their books. Moderated by Jenni Marchisotto (Mysterious Galaxy).

Special Guests

Victoria "V. E." Schwab

Comic-Con Special Guest

Victoria “V. E.” Schwab is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than 20 books. Schwab's series and standalone titles for readers of all ages have made her a major literary figure, whose notable works include the Villains series, the Shades of Magic universe, The I... Read More →

Sunday July 26, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Books, Comic-Con Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Writers & Writing

1:00pm PDT

Fit to Print: The Comics Staple Panel

Sunday July 26, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT

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The Comics Staple editor and publisher Tiffany Babb and contributors Rob Salkowitz, Douglas Wolk, Dave Baker, and David Harper discuss what it takes to cover comics, new developments in comics criticism and journalism, and what comics readers should be reading.

Sunday July 26, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, Writers & Writing

2:00pm PDT

Rise of the Independents: The Indie Comics Revolution Revised!

Sunday July 26, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

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The '90s demonstrated that independent comics could compete at the top levels of sequential art, and the 2020s have expanded the playing field through democratized pro-quality tools, global access to world-class talent, and the reach of social media and connectivity. Veteran indie creators and newer voices discuss the current era of independent comics and the creators who carved the path. Panelists include Dan Vado (founder, SLG Publishing), Josh Blaylock (owner, Devil's Due Comics), Eli Schwab (publisher, Cosmic Lion Productions), Dave Dwonch (publisher, HellBrain Productions), Todd Tochioka (publisher, Snug Comics), Mike Dolce (publisher, Sire Studios), Jay Savage (founder, Blackline Comics), and Mark Bandy (publisher, Crimson Sleep Studios). Moderated by Joshua Waldrop(founder/EIC, Ultima Comics).

Sunday July 26, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
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U: Updated, Books, Comics, Writers & Writing | 1: Programs, Books, Comics, Writers & Writing

3:00pm PDT

In My Y2K Era: Anime Fandom Before Streaming and Social Media

Sunday July 26, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

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Veteran conventioneers Ashley Brown (cosplayer), Lily Gruenke (cosplayer), Lynleigh Sato (Her Universe), Caitlin Beards (Her Universe), and Kie Shimokawa (Kaigai Idol) discuss what conventions and cosplay were like at the turn of the century. Moderated by Erica V. Espejo (The Fangirl Diaries).

Sunday July 26, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 24ABC

1: Programs, Anime & Manga, BIPOC, Cosplay, Fandom, LGBTQIA+

4:00pm PDT

Success in Creativity Talks About Making the Best of Your Resources

Sunday July 26, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT

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Formerly titled "Full-Time Creative Work on a Part-Time Schedule," this panel has been a consistent part of Comic-Con since 2009. Tailored to support creatives, this interactive panel provides insightful strategies for managing full-time responsibilities while pursuing part-time passion projects. Panelists share practical advice on networking and communication to help creatives use resources, workflow, and time management effectively. Whether their focus is comic books, TV/film, animation, podcasts, cosplay, fan groups, music, illustration, blogging, or webcomics, attendees will find helpful insights here. Attendees will receive a postcard with useful tips and wisdom made from information collected from the panelists. Moderator James Frye (managing editor, TheConGuy.com; screenwriter) hosts panelists Bill Marsilii (story editor, upcoming animated series Adventures in Odyssey; teacher of master's screenwriting program at UCLA), Ron Coleman, Ph.D. (molecular geneticist and comics writer), Stephen Burns (Photoshop digital artist, author, and lecturer), Matt Cossin (writer and comics artist/illustrator), and Topher Davila (art director, TheJewelryDragon.com; producer).

Sunday July 26, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comics, Writers & Writing

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