Comic-Con 2025 features exclusive panels, activations, and Artist Alley with up-and-coming creators, independent artists, and new creative talent.
: Find dozens of up-and-coming creators, independent artists and new creative talent at the Artists’ Alley inside Comic-Con. The artists, animators and illustrators each have a small table to sell their one-of-a-kind artwork.
Fans can also talk to these artists one-on-one. Artists’ Alley is located on the south end of the convention floor, near lobby G.“The Main Character Energy: Black Female Storytellers” panel will feature Black female producers, writers and illustrators from across the film and TV industries. Panelists will share their personal experiences and industry insights on creating space for Black voices in entertainment. Fans of “My Hero Academia” won’t want to miss this celebration of 10 years of the Crunchyroll favorite.
The panel will include appearances from the voice cast, a look back at the final season of the show and much more. Crunchyroll will also celebrate the anime “Sentenced to be a Hero” inside the exhibit hall. The hit book series — which is slated to be produced into television by Peacock — will also be a star of Comic-Con this year. Author Matt Dinniman is one of this year’s special guests at the convention.
There will be a “Dungeon Crawler Carl” activation presented by Audible as well as several panels featuring Dinniman. Thousands wander the exhibit hall during day 3 of the 2025 Comic-Con International convention at the San Diego Convention Center on Saturday, July 26, 2025 in San Diego, CA. A huge space inside the San Diego Convention Center, the exhibit hall is the place to find props from famous movies and television shows, exclusive merchandise, character and actor meet-and-greets, giveaways, and of course, hundreds and hundreds of comic books.
Between all that, cosplayers wander around and fans stop to buy action figures, play video games and meet artists. The Rady Shell will be the scene of a celebration of 25 years of “Final Fantasy. ” The Japanese science-fantasy media franchise comprises video games, movies and books. Maestro Arnie Roth will lead the San Diego Symphony Orchestra and the San Diego Master Chorale.
Director Guillermo del Toro poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film “Frankenstein. ” At Comic-Con, the Academy Award–winning filmmaker will be on a panel for the 20th anniversary of “Pan’s Labyrinth. ” Filmmaker Guillermo del Toro will discuss, “Pan’s Labyrinth,” exploring the the visual design and creative process for its 20th anniversary. The presentation will feature special behind-the-scenes moments and new insights into the making of the film.
Angela Fenn Gleason wearing their Masters of the Universe inspired design walks the runway during the 10th annual Her Universe Fashion Show as part of San Diego’s 2024 Comic-Con International at the Manchester Grand Hyatt on Thursday, July 25, 2024 in San Diego, CA. The Her Universe Fashion Show returns for it’s 12th annual showcase, featuring designs from 20 creators. This year’s lineup will feature looks inspired by DC superheros and supervillians, including Batman, Superman and Teen Titans.
Inside the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art: This panel will provide a preview of upcoming museum exhibitions and film programming from Senior Curator and Head of Film Programs Ryan Linkof; Stoopid Buddy Stoodios’ Seth Green and Matthew Senreich; and DC President, Publisher and CCO Jim Lee. The discussion will explore the artistic influences that shaped George Lucas and other creators. John Cena is seen at a Comic-Con Fan Expo in Rosemont, Ill.
He’ll be at Comic-Con to promote “Matchbox The Movie. ” A Saturday panel about “Matchbox The Movie” will feature wrestling legend and actor John Cena. The film, based on the Mattel toys, premieres later this year. Cena plays an undercover CIA agent.
Friday at Comic-Con will be a celebration of the San Diego cult classic film series “Attack of the Killer Tomatoes. ” The fifth movie in the series, “Organic Intelligence,” which was filmed and produced largely in San Diego, will have a panel at Comic-Con featuring cast and creators. Fans can expect a first look at the trailer. Debuting in August from DC Studios and Warner Bros.
Television, “Lanterns” is a TV series about intergalactic cops. The show stars Kyle Chandler, Nathan Fillion and Aaron Pierre who will appear on a panel together. Mike McCready of Pearl Jam performs during the second weekend of the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. He’ll be at Comic-Con to talk about his new graphic novel.
The Pearl Jam, Mad Season and Temple of the Dog member joins the wave of musicians getting into graphic novels. McCready will join a panel titled “Mike McCready’s Alternative History of Grunge” to discuss “Farewell to Seasons,” which seeks to capture the ’90s grunge scene explosion with illustration through comics. NBC 100: “Grimm” 15th Anniversary Reunion: The fan-favorite series about a homicide detective who fights supernatural forces will get a special 15th anniversary panel.
Cast and creators will reunite in to share behind-the-scenes stories and reminisce. Filmmaker and producer Tim Drake will host a panel with Alexander Watson and other comedy guests. Watson’s work has been featured on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” “Jimmy Kimmel Live! ” and Comedy Central.
“Percy Jackson and the Olympians:” The beloved fantasy adventure show, based on the popular book series, returns to Comic-Con for an update from season three. Stars Walker Scobell, Aryan Simhadri, Charlie Bushnell, Tamara Smart, Levi Chrisopulos and Olive Abercrombie are all scheduled to attend. Panelists Jimmy Sherfy, known as San Diego’s “King of Cosplay,” Melissa Gene Meyer and Elle Luevanos will explore the representation and evolution of queer themes in Japanese media.
The panel featuring authors Ali Hazelwood, Christina Hobbs, Lauren Billings and others will explore the romance genre’s growing influence and the factors driving its continued momentum across literature and screen adaptations. The team behind Mel Brooks’ Star Wars spoof, “Spaceballs,” will take the stage at Comic-Con to discuss the film’s development, cast and connection to the original comedy classic. The panel will feature insights into the sequel’s production.
Jeffrey Dean Morgan poses for a portrait to promote “The Walking Dead: Dead City” during Comic-Con International on Friday, July 26, 2024, in San Diego. It wouldn’t be Comic-Con without the zombies.
“The Walking Dead: Dead City” will be at the center of a panel. Cast and creators, including Jeffrey Dean Morgan, will discuss season three and show a sneak peek of the premiere episode. Gareth Von Kallenbach and the Skewed and Reviewed team will highlight some of the most anticipated titles coming up, featuring previews and gameplay clips. The panel will also include a Q&A session with gaming contributors discussing the releases fans are anticipating.
AMC Global Media will showcase “The Vampire Lestat” with cast and creators talking about the big recent finale. There will also be a “The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only Live” music performance featuring songs from composer Daniel Hart. This image released by Apple TV+ shows Kate O’Flynn in a scene from “Widow’s Bay.
” Apple TV’s breakout summer hit “Widow’s Bay” will make its first appearance at the Con as part of a panel discussion highlighting four Apple shows, including “Silo,” Mayday” and “Matchbox The Movie. ” “Widow’s Bay” is a quirky horror comedy about a haunted island of the New England coast.
The island’s mayor is played by Welsh actor Matthew Rhys, who made Emmy Award history this month being nominated as a lead actor in two categories, for “Widow’s Bay” in the comedy category, and Netflix’s “The Beast Within,” in the limited series or movie category. The creative team behind Marvel’s animated series “X-Men ’97” will join special guests for a discussion about upcoming events, behind-the-scenes information and a preview of what’s ahead. Fans can receive special prizes and giveaways.
This panel will cover how graphic novels within the YA genre can facilitate change, featuring authors, Julie Fiveash, Jarrett Dapier, Tilly Bridges, Susan Bridges, R. Sikoryak and Rob Reger.to 1 p.m. Friday, July 24. Shiley Special Events Suite, San Diego Central Library. Godzilla’s comic book future is taking shape with new projects from Toho and IDW planned for 2026 and beyond.
Aaron Gregory from Toho and the IDW team will discuss upcoming titles and the creators bringing new stories to life.
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