New York Comic Con is here! From October 17-20, the Javits Center will once again welcome more than 200,000 pop culture fans. What panels will you be participating in? The full show has just been released, so you’ll have to check back twice to see what you want to see, but ReedPop also sent out some highlights, including some big media panels – and even some comic demos. (Star Troopers reunited? Want to know more?)
As always, The Beat’s elite reporting team will be on hand to bring you all the news and highlights.
Apple TV+ appears “zoomed out”
Apple’s critically acclaimed hit comedy Shrink tells the story of a grieving therapist who begins to break the rules and tell clients exactly what’s on his mind. Ignoring his training and ethics, he finds himself making a huge and chaotic difference in people’s lives…including his own. Join us for an exclusive panel discussion with some of the incredible talent and cast behind the scenes who make this fan-favorite Apple TV+ series so beloved. Panelists will include Emmy Award winner, co-creator and executive producer Brett Goldstein, executive producer, co-creator and star Jason Segel, and Emmy Award nominee Krista Mee Le, Emmy nominee Jessica Williams, Luke Tenney, Michael Urie, Lukita Maxwell and Ted McKinley. The first two episodes of Shrinking Season 2 will premiere worldwide on Wednesday, October 16.
Thursday, October 17, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Main Stage
Marvel Comics: The Next Big Thing
That’s it, True Believers – the biggest comics panel of the weekend! Editor-in-Chief CB Cebulski, Vice President and Executive Editor Tom Brevoort, Vice President of Digital Media and Creative Strategy Ryan Penagos (aka Agent M), and other Marvel guests, including writer Ryan North (“Fantastic Four”) are here to let fans know Meet the future of Marvel with your favorite heroes – including the thrilling adventures of Marvel’s First Family, the latest milestones for mutantkind, the future of the Ultimate Series, and more! Also──Now that Doctor Doom has become the Sorcerer Supreme, what will be the future of the Marvel Universe? Those who make it to the end will receive an exclusive giveaway comic book!
Thursday, October 17, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm, Room 409
starship troopers cast list
When you’re fighting 6 trillion enemies that are going to eat you alive, there are only two rules… Everybody fights. No one quits! With Casper Van Dien (Juan Rico), Dina Meyer (Diz Flores), Denise Richards (Captain Carmen Ibanez), Seth Gilliam (Sugar Watkins) and Michael Ironside (Jean Rasczak) Attend an exciting panel at New York Comic Con! This panel, moderated by Josh Horowitz, will delve into Starship Troopers. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from classic stars and relive an epic sci-fi adventure!
Thursday, October 17, 12:30 noon, Room 405
A Conversation with Josh Brolin: Insights and Stories with Steve Weintraub
Join Josh Brolin for an exclusive meeting with Steve Weintraub at New York Comic Con! In this engaging panel, Brolin will delve into his diverse career, sharing insights and behind-the-scenes stories about his most iconic roles. Steve Weintraub, known for his in-depth interviews and industry knowledge, will lead the conversation, giving fans the unique opportunity to hear directly from the famed actor. Don’t miss this opportunity to get up close and personal with one of Hollywood’s most dynamic stars!
Thursday, October 17, 2:00 pm, Room 405
moon man Panel featuring Cady Boy
Two-time Grammy Award-winning musician Scott “Kid Cudi” Mescudi took NYCC by storm last year, surprising everyone with MOON MAN, his first step into comics. Now, Cudi is back, joining co-writer Kyle Higgins (Radiant Black) and artist Marco Locati for a can’t-miss panel filled with behind-the-scenes secrets and announcements!
Thursday, October 17, 2:00 pm, Main Stage
Peacock presents: Satanic Panic Horror Thriller Hysteria!
Join stars Julie Bowen, Anna Camp and Bruce Campbell, as well as showrunners and executive producers Matthew Scott Caan and David A. Goodman, to learn about Peacock’s original popular horror The thriller drama “Hysteria!”
Thursday, October 17, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Room 405
“Red Dead Redemption” cast
Join the cast of Red Dead Redemption 2 for an unforgettable panel at New York Comic Con! Roger Clark (Arthur Morgan), Rob Witheff (John Marston), Benjamin Baron Davis (Dutch Vanderlinde), Alex McKenna (Sadie Adler) Etc., including Nohir Dalal (Charles Smith), Kelly Vernoff (Susan Grimshaw), Mick Mellamphy (Sean McGuire), Peter Blomquist (McCabell) ), Meeya Davis (Tillie Jackson), Robert Bogue (Red Harlow), Curzon Dobell (Hosea Matthews), Jim Santangeli (Joe) and Gabriel Sloyer (Javier Escuela) will Share behind-the-scenes stories and reflect on the game’s legacy. Fans can participate in live Q&A sessions with the actors who bring these beloved characters to life. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to delve deeper into the world of Red Dead Redemption 2!
Friday, October 18, 12:30 noon, Room 405
IDW Publishing: Fear of the Next 25 Years
From groundbreaking horror to epic fantasy, the award-winning publisher is celebrating 25 years of innovative storytelling… but what happens next? NYCC fans will be the first to discover IDW Publishing’s unprecedented plans for 2025 and beyond. Once these secret comics emerge from the shadows, the entire comics community will be talking about IDW’s upcoming releases.
Friday, October 18, 2:15pm – 3:15pm, Room 1C03
new york bloom festival
The annual Blumhouse celebration in October returns to NYCC with the most anticipated lineup of films ever. Jason Blum, the visionary producer behind some of the most shocking films in modern horror cinema, has revealed plans for Blumhouse’s 15th anniversary in 2025, which will be a A grand event. Be the first to watch the world premiere of the trailer werewolfDirected by Leigh Whannell, chilling first look from Christopher Landon reduceJaume Collet-Serra’s woman in the yarda glimpse of the highly anticipated M3GAN 2.0 There are many other surprises you don’t want to miss.
Friday, October 18, 2:30 – 4:00pm, Empire Stage
Bear McRae: The Making of a Musical World
Join Bear McCreary, creator of God of War, The Lord of the Rings, The Walking Dead, Godzilla: King of the Monsters, Outlander, Battlestar Galactica”, “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” and other works of the famous composer, and his works. The huge influence of music on the creation of fictional worlds. Bear will be joined by several Singularity contributors from the worlds of music and comics, including Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Rufus Wainwright, acclaimed author Mat Groom (Inferno Girl Red, Self/Made), comics Writer and filmmaker Kyle Higgins (Radiant Black, No/One) and multiple Eisner and Harvey Award-winning cartoonist Ramón K Pérez (Jim Hansen’s “The Story of Sand” and “Jane”).
Friday, October 18, 2:30 – 3:30pm, Main Stage
Charlamagne Tha God Presents ILLuminati – Hip-Hop and Comics Collide in New AWA Graphic Novel
Los Angeles has its secrets, and fame comes with a price. When a rising hip-hop star dies under mysterious circumstances, her psychic twin sister travels to the City of Angels to uncover the truth and becomes embroiled in a dark conspiracy surrounding power, fame, and pop culture. Hear hip-hop legend Charlamagne Tha God perform Illuminatia story from acclaimed author Bryan Edward Hill that confronts the enduring urban legend of the Black Illuminati. The panel will also include comic legends and Illuminati Artist Denys Cowan and AWA Chief Creative Officer Axel Alonso, moderated by music executive and journalist Rob Markham, discuss AWA’s new graphic novel The novel blends comics and hip-hop music like no other.
Friday, October 18, 3:45 – 4:45 pm, Room 1C03
in a creepy world The Fall of the House of Usher: Panel discussion with Mike Flanagan and actors: Dive into a strange world The Fall of the House of Usher Join the cast and directors at New York Comic Con! Join director Mike Flanagan, Carla Gugino (Vina), Kate Siegel (Camille) and Rahul Kohli (Leo Arthur) as they discuss this classic story inspired by Edgar Allan Poe The creation of a chilling episode. The panel will discuss the creative process, share behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and answer fan questions. Don’t miss this opportunity to get an exclusive look at the production process The Fall of the House of Usher!
Saturday, October 19, 12:30 noon, Room 405
From Earp to Ear: The Adventures of Wynonna Earp Continues on Audible
From 2016 to 2021, fans fell in love with the great-great-granddaughter of legendary lawman Wyatt Earp on the TV series “Wynonna Earp.” Following the final installment of the TV series, Winona will now tell new stories through audio. Join Melanie Scrofano, Tim Rozon, Catherine Barrell, and author Emily Andras in conversation with Vanity Fair Contributing Editor Maureen Ryan, previewing what’s coming soon The Audible Original Wynonna Earp: Stories from Purgatory tells the story of Wynonna and her soulmate, the legendary lawman Doc Holliday, as they hit the road in search of the promised land: Dollywood. Of course, the road was rockier than expected, and Winona introduced us to many of the series’ fan-favorite characters through an anthology-style collection of Inferno stories. The scripted audio drama will star original cast members Melanie Scrofano, Tim Rozon, Dom Provost-Chalkley, Katherine Barrell, Valen Saranga, Dan Starring Nick Kind, Martina Otis-Lewis, Greg Lawson, writer Emily Andras.
Saturday, October 19, 4:45 to 5:45 pm, Room 409
sweet peas Screening and Q&A with Ella Purnell
Join Ella Purnell, star and executive producer of her new series Sweetpea, to discuss the dark and twisted rage series, premiering October 10 on STARZ. She made too many impressions – people would pass her on the street without giving her a second glance. She’s constantly passed over for promotions at work, the guys she likes won’t commit, and her father is very, very sick. Then everything in her life turned upside down. Rhiannon was pushed to the edge and lost control. Suddenly, the wallflower disappears, replaced by an all-powerful young woman… Rhiannon’s life transforms as she enters a new, intoxicating power, but is she able to keep her killer secret ?
Saturday, October 19, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Room 405
Produced by Fox Entertainment grimsburg
grimsburg Centered on Marvin Flutter (Emmy winner Jon Hamm, who also serves as an executive producer on the show), perhaps the greatest detective of all time, who caught and correctly identified the man-eating clown Mid century modern wardrobe. But there’s one mystery he still can’t solve – himself. To do this, he must return to Grimsburg, a town where everyone has a secret or three, and redeem himself in the eyes of his fellow detectives, his fierce ex-wife, and his adorable unstable son . Get a behind-the-scenes look at Season 2 with panelists Jon Hamm, Alan Tudyk, showrunner Chad Kindin and more grimsburg, Next comes the Q&A. The panel will be moderated by Michael Schneider (Variety).
