Comic-Con 2026 Schedule Of Movie & TV Panels, Activations, Screenings

Refresh for latest… Comic-Con 2026 is close at hand, and the floodgates have opened in terms of scheduling from panels to activations for the various TV series and movies taking part in this year’s edition, which will take over the San Diego Convention center and most of the rest of the city from July 21-26

Not only will Marvel be back in Hall H on Saturday, July 25 along with its extensive red carpet to tease upcoming projects, but Apple TV will be making its debut in the mega hall to show off its recent Emmys darling Widow’s Bayas well as sci-fi series with big fanbases like Silo and Dark Matter and action flicks coming to the streamer this summer including Matchbox: The Movie starring John Cena and Jessica Biel and Mayday starring Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh

Percy Jackson and the Olympians will return with a splash to kick off the Hall H panels on July 23. Season 3, based on Rick Riordan’s The Titan’s Curse, will likely receive some release date news just like Season 2 did in 2025 when The Sea of Monstersflooded the auditorium

The Rookie will also return and close out panels for Disney Entertainment Television on July 25. DET will have several activations for guests to visit to promote Percy Jackson Season 3, American Horror Story Season 13 and many of its animated offerings at Animayhem

HBO Max will be in town with activations or experiences for its upcoming Big Bang Theoryspinoff Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, Lanterns, House of the Dragon and more

Scroll on for Comic-Con 2026’s daily film and TV panel schedule to date, and keep checking back as more events are added

• Day 1: Thursday, July 23 – ‘Percy Jackson And The Olympians,’ ‘Stuart Fails To Save The Universe’ & More

  
  

  Percy Jackson and the Olympians (20th Television / Disney Kids & Family / Disney+). Percy Jackson and the Olympians returns to Hall H with an exclusive first look at the third season. Series stars Walker Scobell, Aryan Simhadri, Charlie Bushnell, Tamara Smart, Levi Chrisopulos and Olive Abercrombie join executive producers Craig Silverstein and Dan Shotz on a panel moderated by Juju Green to share behind-the-scenes stories, introduce the new characters and offer a glimpse at the adventures ahead as “The Titan’s Curse” comes to life later this year. 11 a.m., Hall H

  Producers on Producing (Collider). Producers Simon Kinberg (The Martian, Logan, Deadpool) and Andrew Form and Brad Fuller (the A Quiet Place franchise, The Purge movie series, Anaconda) discuss the art of bringing blockbusters to life. Moderated by Collider‘s Steven Weintraub. 12:30 p.m., Ballroom 20Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender (Paramount+). The ultimate return to the Four Nations arrives in Hall H! Join the voice actors and creative team behind Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender for an in-depth conversation about the making of the upcoming film, and what’s next in the Avataruniverse. Expect exclusive sneak peeks and unforgettable insights into Aang’s next epic journey. 1 p.m., Hall H

  WTF Is a Podcast. Marc Maron’s WTFestablished a gold standard for podcasting and helped define the lexicon of a new form of entertainment. In celebration of the show’s history and the release of Z2’s official graphic novel account, WTF Is a Podcast, Maron is joined by his longtime partner-in-podcasting Brendan McDonald, cartoonist Brian Box Brown (Andre the Giant, The He-Man Effect) and Z2 president Josh Bernstein.1:45 p.m., Indigo Ballroom

  Drifter. A first-hand look at the story of a solitary janitor who finds redemption and belonging through the competitive drifting scene, with behind-the-scenes footage and stories from the cast and crew of the upcoming movie. Writer, director, and star Sung Kang (The Fast and the Furious franchise) is joined by actors Tamara Braun, Gregory Cruz, McCaleb Burnett, Michael Nehring, James Pumphrey and Grant Sullivan as well as writer-producer Ted Chung, writer Aaron Strongoni, producer Brian Yang, editor/co-producer Lam T. Nguyen and 2nd unit director Brian Scotto. 2 p.m., Ballroom 20

  Stuart Fails to Save the Universe (HBO Max). The event will feature an exclusive advance screening of the anticipated Max Original spinoff of The Big Bang Theory, followed by a panel packed with surprises and featuring creators Chuck Lorre, Zak Penn and Bill Prady, plus stars Kevin Sussman, Lauren Lapkus, John Ross Bowie and Brian Posehn. Moderated by Felicia Day. 2:15 p.m., Hall H

  Namit Malhotra’sRamayana(DNEG). In an age of gods and kings, the fate of worlds hangs in the balance. Rama, a prince bound by duty, sacrifice and the greater good, must face Ravana, an immortal ruler driven by pride and vengeance, powerful enough to shatter the cosmos. Namit Malhotra, founder of Prime Focus, and global CEO of visual effects powerhouse DNEG, is joined by Ranbir Kapoor (Rama), Yash (Ravana) and director Nitesh Tiwari for an exclusive first look at the largest cinematic undertaking in Indian film history and a sweeping new retelling of one of the world’s oldest and most enduring epics. 3:15 p.m., Ballroom 20

  Batman: Caped Crusader Season 2(Prime Video / Warner Bros. Animation / DC Studios / Bad Robot Productions / 6th & Idaho). Return to Gotham City for the world-premiere screening of the first episode of Batman: Caped Crusader Season 2, followed by a Q&A with members of the voice cast and creative minds behind the hit animated noir series. 3:30 p.m., Room 6BCF

  Hope(Neon). From South Korean filmmaker Na Hong-jin (The Wailing, The Chaser) comes Hope, one of the most talked-about films from this year’s Cannes Film Festival. In the remote village of Hope Harbor, a mysterious creature has wreaked havoc on the community. Police and local hunters set out to track the beast, only to find themselves hunted instead. Following an introduction by Korean breakout star Hoyeon (Squid Game), Na takes part in a conversation and presents exclusive footage. 4:30 p.m., Ballroom 20

  RELATED: ‘Hope’ Trailer: Korean Sci-Fi Thriller Features Michael Fassbender & Alicia Vikander As Angry Aliens

  Inside the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art.Celebrate the art of visual storytelling with an exclusive sneak peek inside the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, featuring Senior Curator and Head of Film Programs Ryan Linkof, Co-Founders of Stoopid Buddy Stoodios’ Seth Green and Matthew Senreich, DC’s President, Publisher, and CCO Jim Lee, and moderated by Keke Palmer. Join the panelists for a first look at upcoming museum content and film programming, a deep dive into narrative art, and the unexpected detours that have inspired George Lucas and generations of artists. 4:45 p.m., Hall H

  Breaking Bear (Tubi). Breaking Bear is a fur-flying, law-breaking, forest-saving rampage following a dysfunctional family of bears who go full criminal to stop frackers, mobsters and a psychotic wolf pack from destroying their home. Premieres on Tubi in July. 4:45 p.m., Room BCF

  Onslaught(A24). From Adam Wingard and Simon Barrett (Godzilla x Kong, The Guest, You’re Next) comes the action thriller Onslaught. When a rogue squad of genetically engineered super soldiers break loose in the desert, a hardened Army sniper must protect a young daughter. Wingard, Adria Arjona, Drew Starkey, Rebecca Hall and Dan Stevens discuss the film with moderator Kevin Smith, followed by never-before-seen footage that will not be shown again until the fall. 5:30 p.m., Ballroom 20

  Stan Lee: The Final Chapter exclusive screening (Osmosis Global). Stan Lee was the beloved face of comics and a legend whose larger-than-life personality inspired people around the world. But behind the smiles, convention appearances and red-carpet events, there was a very different story. Stan Lee: The Final Chapter reveals the reality of Stan Lee’s final years. Through never-before-seen footage and firsthand accounts, the documentary pulls back the curtain on the life of this icon and serves as a reminder that what the public sees is not always the whole truth. 8:15 p.m., Room 6DE

• Day 2: Friday, July 24 – ‘Lanterns’, ‘LOTR: The Rings Of Power’ & More

  
  

  Blade Runner 2099 and The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Prime Video). Enter dystopian Los Angeles and the epic battle for Middle-earth in exclusive looks at the upcoming series Blade Runner 2099 and Season 3 of The Rings of Power. Cast and executive producers of the series will take you into their worlds, sharing behind-the-scenes insights and thrilling surprises. 10 a.m., Hall H

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  Adventure Time: Side Quests(Cartoon Network Studios / Hulu / Disney+). Finn the Human and Jake the Dog are back to punch evil’s butt across the epic, fantastical land of Ooo! Join members of the creative team and voice cast as they dive into the all-new fun adventures. Produced by Cartoon Network Studios, the series is now streaming exclusively on Hulu and Disney+ in the U.S.  11 a.m., Indigo Ballroom

  Ghostsand Eternally Yours (CBS Studios). CBS’ Ghostsreturns for a supersized panel block alongside Eternally Yours, the upcoming vampire comedy from the same creators, Joe Port and Joe Wiseman. First off will be Ghosts, with panelists expected to include stars Utkarsh Ambudkar, Asher Grodman, Sheila Carrasco, Román Zaragoza and executive producers/showrunners Port and Wiseman. It will be followed by Eternally Yours, with an exclusive premiere screening and panelists Port and Wiseman with stars Ed Weeks, Allegra Edwards, Jaren Lewison, Helen J Shen and Parker Young. 11:15 a.m., Ballroom 20

  The Walking Dead: Dead City Season 3(AMC Global Media). Cast and executive producers including Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Lauren Cohan, Aimee Garcia, Raúl Castillo, showrunner and executive producer Seth Hoffman and executive producer Scott Gimple discuss the new season premiering July 26, and reveal an exclusive sneak peek from the premiere episode. 11:45 a.m., Hall H

  The Vampire Lestat (AMC Global Media). Cast and producers including Jacob Anderson, Assad Zaman and Eric Bogosian, creator and showrunner Rolin Jones and executive producers Mark Johnson and Hannah Moscovitch (executive producer) discuss the season finale, with highlights from the music performance The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only Live, featuring original songs from series composer Daniel Hart and performed by Sam Reid as Lestat. 12:30 p.m., Hall H

  RELATED: Anne Rice’s ‘The Vampire Lestat’ Sets Premiere Date On AMC

  Lanterns(HBO Max). Step into the world of the Green Lantern Corps as Kyle Chandler (Hal Jordan) and Aaron Pierre (John Stewart) unite with Garret Dillahunt (William Macon), Poorna Jagannathan (Zoe), and visionary co-creators Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King. Prepare for an epic deep dive into the highly anticipated new series with an exclusive first look with never‑before‑seen clips and behind‑the‑scenes insights. 1:30 p.m., Hall H

  My Adventures with Superman Season 3 (Warner Bros. Animation). Suit up for the next chapter of “My Adventures with Superman” as the cast and creative team take the Comic‑Con stage to talk Season 3 of Adult Swim’s acclaimed animated series from Warner Bros. Animation and DC Studios. From Clark and Lois’ evolving partnership to higher stakes in Metropolis and beyond, the panel will explore how the show continues to reimagine the world’s most iconic hero with heart, humor, and action—plus behind‑the‑scenes insights and special surprises for fans. Panelists include showrunners Jake Wyatt and Brendan Clogher, writer Karen Graci and voice cast Jack Quaid, Alice Lee, Ishmel Sahid, Kiana Madeira. 2 p.m., Indigo Ballroom

  Marvel Comics to Screen: X-Men ’97 (Marvel Animation). Join the creative team behind Marvel Animation’s X-Men ‘97 along with special guests for a deep dive into X-Men ’97 Season 2. Featuring insider insights, special anecdotes, hints of what’s to come and special giveaway comic at the end of the presentation.2:15 p.m., Room 6A

  King of the Hill (20th Television Animation / Hulu). Fresh off the premiere of its latest season on Hulu, join co-creators and executive producers Mike Judge and Greg Daniels, showrunner and executive producer Saladin Patterson and cast Kathy Najimy, Stephen Root, Lauren Tom, Toby Huss and Ashley Gardner for an inside look at the new era of “King of the Hill” and what’s new for Arlen’s favorite residents. 4 p.m., Indigo Ballroom

  Attack of the Killer Tomatoes: Organic Intelligence (Anchor Bay). Featuring moderator and “Attack of the Killer Tomatoes: Organic Intelligence’s” producer Michael Polis (Yo Gabba Gabba!), director David Ferino, Killer Tomatoes original creator Costa Dillon, cast members Dan Bakkedahl (Veep), Myrna Velasco (Star Wars Resistance), Zachary Roozen (Romeo and Juliet Killers), Samantha Bailey (Just Add Magic), and Noor Razooky (The Old Man). The panel will discuss the making of the new film and include the world debut of the official trailer, exclusive footage, an audience Q&A, and a special appearance by Norman the Killer Tomato. 7:15 p.m., Room 6A

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• Day 3: Saturday, July 25 – ‘Widow’s Bay’, ‘The Rookie’ & More

  
  

  Batman: Knightfall Part 1: Knightfall (Warner Bros. Animation / DC Studios / Warner Bros Home Entertainment). When the mysterious behemoth known only as Bane frees Batman’s entire Rogue’s Gallery from Arkham Asylum, the Caped Crusader is pushed to his mental and physical breaking point. Join Rick Morales (supervising producer), Jim Krieg (producer), Michael Mando (voice of “Bane”) and others for an inside look into the multi-part animated event bringing to life one of the most iconic and beloved sagas in the rich history of Batman comics. 10 a.m., Room 6A

  Bob’s Burgers(20th Television Animation / Hulu / Fox). Creator and executive producer Loren Bouchard, supervising director Bernard Derriman and cast H. Jon Benjamin, John Roberts, Kristen Schaal, Eugene Mirman, Dan Mintz and Larry Murphy come together to discuss the latest adventures of the Belcher family, share fan-favorite moments and tease what’s ahead for the Emmy-winning series. 10 a.m., Ballroom 20

  Futurama (20th Television Animation / Hulu / Fox). It’s the wildest “Futurama” panel since EVER! “Futurama” returns weekly, starting on Aug. 3, on Hulu with 10 splactacular new episodes. But why wait like a sucker when you can see top-secret world-premiere footage right now, presented by Matt Groening himself! And not just himself — he’ll be joined by head writer David X. Cohen, executive producers Claudia Katz and Ken Keeler, moderator Lee Supercinski and Futurama megastars Billy West, John DiMaggio, Lauren Tom, Phil LaMarr, David Herman and Maurice LaMarche! All who do not attend will be destroyed. 11 a.m., Ballroom 20

  The Simpsons (20th Television Animation / Hulu / Fox). “The Simpsons” is back at San Diego Comic-Con for the one millionth time! Matt Groening will be joined on stage by writers, animators and top-secret special guests for a celebration of this record-breaking millionth appearance in Ballroom 20. And to honor this millionth anniversary, “The Simpsons” will be showing an exclusive world premiere sneak preview of a chilling brand-new “Simpsons” story that will challenge everything you thought you knew about Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie (and Barney). It’s not every day a cartoon show takes the stage at a convention literally a million times — DO NOT MISS IT!!! 11:45 a.m., Ballroom 20

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  Yaga(AMC Global Media / Crave). Cast members Noah Reid (Schitt’s Creek, The Vampire Lestat), Clark Backo (Venom: The Last Dance, Letterkenny) and Carrie-Anne Moss (Matrix Films, Memento) are joined by showrunner and executive producer Kat Sandler for a panel discussion that will feature a sneak preview of the new AMC+ series that reimagines the Slavic folk tale of the Baba Yaga witch as a contemporary mystery thriller. 12:30 p.m., Indigo Ballroom

  American Dad!(20th Television Animation / Hulu / Fox). As the Smiths gear up to celebrate their milestone 400th  episode, join stars Scott Grimes and Dee Bradley Baker and writers Nic Wegener, Zack Rosenblatt and Parker Deay for a sneak peek at what’s ahead in Langley Falls, including the upcoming season. 12:45 p.m., Ballroom 20

  Family Guy(20th Television Animation / Hulu / Fox). Join stars Alex Borstein, Seth Green, Arif Zahir, Jennifer Tilly, animator Peter Shin and showrunner and executive producer Rich Appel for another unforgettable panel packed with exclusive footage, special announcements and a sneak peek at what’s next for television’s most irreverent family. 1:30 p.m., Ballroom 20

  The Rookie (20th Television / ABC / Lionsgate). Creator and executive producer Alexi Hawley, executive producer and star Nathan Fillion, and stars Melissa O’Neil, Richard T. Jones, Alyssa Diaz, Eric Winter, Mekia Cox, Shawn Ashmore, Jenna Dewan, Lisseth Chavez and Deric Augustine discuss the upcoming ninth season premiere, its streaming growth, becoming a viral hit with young viewers and much more. 1:45 p.m., Indigo Ballroom

  

  Apple TV Hall H presentation.Josh Horowitz will moderate conversations with the casts and filmmakers of Matchbox the Movie, Dark Matter, Mayday, Siloand Widow’s Bay.Matchbox the Movie (Apple Original Film / Skydance Media / Mattel Films). The action-packed, globetrotting adventure that premieres October 9 is about a group of friends since childhood who have their lives upended when undercover CIA agent Sean (John Cena), their long-absent former leader, returns to their small town and unwittingly gets them embroiled in a frantic international pursuit to save the world. Confirmed panelists: Cena, Jessica Biel, Arturo Castro, Sam Richardson, Teyonah Parris; Widow’s Bay (Apple Studios): In Widow’s Bay, something lurks beneath the surface as Mayor Tom Loftis (Matthew Rhys) is desperate to revive his struggling community. Panelists TBA; Dark Matter(Apple TV / Sony Pictures Television): Based on the sci-fi novel of the same name, Dark Matter follows Jason Dessen (Joel Edgerton), a physicist, professor and family man who — one night while walking home on the streets of Chicago — is abducted into an alternate version of his life. Season 2 launches August 28. Confirmed panelists: Blake Crouch, Matt Tolmach, Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry, Edgerton, Jennifer Connelly, Dayo Okeniyi; Mayday(Apple Original Film / Skydance Media). Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh team up in a genre-bending, action-packed buddy comedy that flips the spy thriller on its head. Premieres on September 4. Confirmed panelists: Directors John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein; Silo(Apple Studios): Season 3, which launched July 3, reveals an origin story set centuries earlier, while continuing the saga of a dystopian society of 10,000 people living underground under mysterious circumstances. Confirmed panelists: Graham Yost, Rebecca Ferguson, Common, Tim Robbins, Ashley Zukerman, Jessica Henwick, Alexandria Riley. 2 p.m., Hall H

  Reacherand Neagley (Prime Video).The action-packed powerhouse Reacher returns bigger and bolder than ever with Season 4, and now the story expands as the explosive new series Neagley will provide the first deep dive into the origins and world of the beloved character. Alan Ritchson, Maria Sten and the cast take the stage with exclusive first looks, unexpected reveals, behind-the-scenes intel, and plenty of surprises. 3:30 p.m., Ballroom 20

  Carrie (Prime Video). Visionary Mike Flanagan reimagines Stephen King’s iconic story as a bold new television event. Join Flanagan for his first-ever San Diego Comic Con alongside stars Summer Howell, Samantha Sloyan, Siena Agudong, Alison Thornton, Amber Midthunder and Matthew Lillard for an exclusive look at the series, featuring behind-the-scenes insights, never-before-seen footage and a special announcement. 4:45 p.m., Ballroom 20

  Marvel Studios presentation. Join Marvel Studios alongside special guests from across the Marvel Cinematic Universe, for an exclusive look at what’s next. 5:30 p.m., Hall H

  

  House of the Dragon Season 3 fan screening.HBO Max will host a special advance fan screening of Season 3, Episode 6 featuring an introduction from co-creator and showrunner Ryan Condal. 10 p.m., Room 6DE

  Concert Heroes.Behind-the-scenes stories, exclusive clips, and the world premiere trailer will be part of a panel that features stars Chris Kattan (Saturday Night Live, A Night at the Roxbury), Horatio Sanz (Saturday Night Live), E.G. Daily (Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure), Robert Romanus (Fast Times at Ridgemont High), Eddie McClintock (Warehouse 13), Carolyn Hennesy (Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker), Josh Sussman (Glee), and Ryan Ochoa (Pair of Kings), writer-producer Steven Mark (The Samuel Project) and director Joe Nunez (Superbad). Time TBA, Indigo Ballroom

• Day 4: Sunday, July 26

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