Author - Jerry Paxton

NBC Brings The Good Place, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and More to San Diego Comic Con

2019/07/01

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. – July 1, 2019 – NBC heads to San Diego Comic-Con with star-studded comedy panels for “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” “The Good Place” and Comic-Con newbie “Superstore,” plus the annual take-over of Gaslamp Square featuring the Comic-Con exclusive and all-immersive experience of “Brooklyn Nine-Nine’s” infamous 99th Precinct.

Take a break from the heat and head to Tin Fish Restaurant on the Gaslamp peninsula for a walk down comedy lane as the restaurant is transformed into NBC’s Comedy Café, celebrating some of the network’s favorite comedies with branded menus, custom content and more.

NBC also returns as the official Comic-Con App sponsor, offering attendees a comprehensive mobile companion to the conference, including a dynamic schedule with live updates, interactive exhibit hall map, panel details and popular events. Attendees can also collect their favorite moments and share with friends and sync their personal schedule on Comic-Con.org with the app. The app update will be available for download Wednesday, July 10 on the App Store or Google Play.

Additionally, NBC encourages attendees to pre-register for the NBC Comedy experience starting Wednesday, July 10 by visiting www.nbcsdcc.com. Each attendee will receive a customized profile and wristband to enhance their visit. Utilizing Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, attendees will be fully immersed in the NBC Comedy experience and utilize these RFID brands at each of the experiences. (Note: registration is limited and does not guarantee admission.)

NBC COMIC-CON INTERACTIVE ACTIVATIONS

“Brooklyn Nine-Nine” Experience

Thursday, July 18-Sunday, July 21 at Gaslamp Square (between the Convention Center and Hard Rock Hotel in front of the Tin Fish Restaurant).

Det. Jake Peralta and the rest of the Nine-Nine are headed to San Diego Comic-Con this summer, swapping coasts in search of new recruits! Comic-Con attendees can immerse themselves in the newly designed “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” experience, testing their skills for a chance to join the infamous 99th precinct. Attendees will enjoy a series of hilarious and unforgettable tasks in order to make the squad, all while surrounding themselves inside the show’s most iconic setting. Fans will also enjoy exclusive content, giveaways, and several opportunities to capture photos and videos in and around the activation.

“Superstore” Cloud 9 Pop-Up

Thursday, July 18-Sunday, July 21 inside the Hard Rock Hotel main lobby.

NBC’s “Superstore” is popping up in San Diego to offer attendees the chance to beat the heat and step into the Cloud 9 Department Store, located inside the Hard Rock Hotel main lobby. The pop-up will offer exclusive content, a custom photo opportunity and a “customer service” desk to host exclusive NBC comedy-branded giveaways, while supplies last. Follow @NBCSuperstore for more information and events during Comic-Con.

“The Good Place” Diner – The Interdimensional Hole of Pancakes

Thursday, July 18-Sunday, July 2 at Maryjane’s Diner at the Hard Rock Hotel.

NBC is transforming Hard Rock’s Maryjane’s Diner into the Interdimensional Hole of Pancakes, as seen in “The Good Place,” inviting guests into the memorable diner that exists between realms. For one weekend only, the portal to the Interdimensional Hole of Pancakes is opening up in downtown San Diego where guests can enjoy a themed meal, experience a mind-blowing Time-Knife and feel what it’s like for Michael to be truly powerless. Follow @nbcthegoodplace for more information during SDCC.

NBC PANEL SCHEDULE

Thursday, July 18

“Superstore” (Presented by Universal Television)

5:30-6:30 p.m. | Room: Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Join your fellow Cloud 9 employees for a Q&A session with the cast and producers: America Ferrera, Ben Feldman, Mark McKinney, Lauren Ash, Colton Dunn, Nico Santos, Nichole Bloom, Kaliko Kauahi, and executive producers Justin Spitzer, Gabe Miller and Jonathan Green.

Saturday, July 20

“The Good Place” (Presented by Universal Television)

12:00-12:50 p.m. | Room: Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Join stars Ted Danson, Kristen Bell, William Jackson Harper, D’Arcy Carden, Manny Jacinto and executive producers Michael Schur and Drew Goddard for a forking great conversation moderated by Marc Evan Jackson.

“Brooklyn Nine-Nine (Presented by Universal Television)

7:45-8:45 p.m. | Room: 6BCF, San Diego Convention Center
Join the Nine-Nine for a Q&A session with the cast and producers: Andy Samberg, Terry Crews, Melissa Fumero, Joe Lo Truglio, Dirk Blocker, Joel McKinnon Miller and executive producers Dan Goor and Luke Del Tredici.

NBC will be hosting an invitation-only press preview night of all three NBC Comic-Con activations on Wednesday, July 17, giving VIP’s tours and access before they open to the public Thursday morning. On Saturday, July 20, NBC will also host its annual invite-only Comic-Con celebration at the “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” activation at the Gaslamp Peninsula.

FX Comes Back to Comic Con with American Horror Story and More

2019/07/01

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Movie News, News, SDCC

LOS ANGELES (JULY 1, 2019) – FX Networks is thrilled to announce that FX Fearless Forum will be anchored by the American Horror Story: 1984 – Face the Darkness activation. FX’s American Horror Story activations are popular with fans at Comic-Con and 2019 will be no different. Face the Darkness taps into the essence of the hit series’ ninth installation, American Horror Story: 1984, premiering Wednesday, September 18, with an immersive excursion featuring classic tropes of slasher horror, augmented by night vision goggles to turn up the terror. FX Fearless Forum takes over the network’s traditional space adjacent to the Convention Center at this year’s annual San Diego Comic-Con and will also feature activations including the What We Do in the Shadows Lair, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Sunscreen Zone, and the Archer O2 Station. FX Fearless Forum will also light up the night with a spectacular, awe-inspiring projection mapped gallery display highlighting FX Network’s programming with stunning visuals. Produced by FX Design in collaboration with BARTKRESA studio, this nightly display will dazzle fans with instant share-worthy
moments.

Fans will be able to pre-register for a RFID badge, which is required to gain entry to the activation, on FXSDCC.com in advance (and on-site). Registration & badge collection will be required to check into and participate in activations for premium swag, time-slot reservations and other surprises.

Hours for FX Fearless Forum at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con are as follows:

Thursday July 17: 12pm – 6pm
Friday July 18: 10am – 6pm
Saturday July 19: 10am – 6pm
Sunday July 20: 10am – 2pm

For additional details on how to be a part of the FX Fearless Forum experience, and to pre-register for your very own RFID badge, please visit FXSDCC.com

Activision Blizzard Esports Reveal New Call of Duty eSport Teams

2019/07/01

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

July 1, 2019 – Following the successful sale of the first five city-based franchises in the league, Activision Blizzard Esports has today revealed additional partners for the future vision of Call of Duty esports. The addition today of Minnesota and Los Angeles brings the league’s currently announced number of teams to seven; Activision Blizzard has previously unveiled teams representing Atlanta, Dallas, New York, Paris, and Toronto.

The two new teams are:

Los Angeles, CA – Immortals Gaming Club (IGC) is the world’s first vertically integrated, truly global esports and gaming company. IGC owns and operates IGC esports, which houses the company’s competitive esports brands Immortals, Los Angeles Valiant (Overwatch League), OpTic Gaming and MIBR; and Gamers Club, the leading matchmaking platform and community hub for gamers in Brazil and Latin America.
Minnesota – WISE Ventures, an investment fund based in Manhattan focused on early and growth stage investment opportunities that leverage our strategic value. Led by an ownership group with deep sports & entertainment and real estate experience, WISE is able to assess, champion, and add value to next-gen companies in those industries.

Bobby Kotick, CEO of Activision Blizzard: “I’m excited to welcome the newest teams, Los Angeles and Minnesota, to our incredible lineup – Atlanta, Dallas, New York, Paris and Toronto – for Call of Duty esports. Together, these ownership groups represent some of the very best organizations in esports and traditional sports who will join us in paving the way for the future of professional, city-based competition for Call of Duty.”

Pete Vlastelica, President and CEO at Activision Blizzard Esports Leagues: “We’re very excited to welcome WISE Ventures into the esports community and to partner with both WISE Ventures and OpTic Gaming for the future of Call of Duty esports. Activision Blizzard Esports is dedicated to partnering with organizations that have a passion for competitive entertainment and share our vision for the future of esports.”

FROM THE OWNERS

Ari Segal, CEO, Immortals Gaming Club (LOS ANGELES) – “By participating in the city-based model, we recognize the opportunity that the new Call of Duty esports league creates for us to tap into two existing sources of affinity: regional or city-based pride, and affinity for Call of Duty itself. Call of Duty League also allows us to scale the relationships we’ve been fortunate to build with both Activision Blizzard Esports leadership and senior management into a new and largely distinct market segment.”

Jonathan Wilf, WISE Ventures (MINNESOTA) – “Esports and competitive gaming has clearly emerged as a major force in the sports and entertainment industry. We have explored various opportunities in esports over the past few years, and we believe the new Call of Duty esports league is well positioned for long term success.”

Six Flags Great Adventure July Events Including Fright Fest Auditions

2019/07/01

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, News

July 1, 2019 – Six Flags Great Adventure will celebrate Independence Day, the ultimate American tradition, July 3 through 6. Coca-Cola July 4^th Fest at Six Flags offers four days of patriotic fun and thrills including special ride times, parties, music, food, fireworks and much more. Guests can visit the July 4^th Fest Zone for interactive games, activities, themed food, drinks and more. Six Flags will end each night with a bang as Coca-Cola presents a fireworks show along the Great Lake starting at 10 p.m. Guests can save up to $25 when they purchase tickets online, courtesy of Coca-Cola.

World Record Attempt – Biggest July 4 Toast in the USA — July 3

Six Flags theme parks across the country and Coca-Cola will attempt to create the biggest July 4^th toast in the USA on Wednesday, July 3. Up to 2,500 Guests will receive mini cans of Coca-Cola near the Lakefront beginning at 9:30 p.m. Toast will take place at 9:45 p.m.

Coca-Cola July 4^th Fest Cool Zone & Foam Party

Guests can feel refreshed in the Coca-Cola July 4^th Fest Cool Zone and enjoy daily foam parties in front of the Big Wheel. Foam parties will take place at 2:30, 4:30, 6:30 and 8:30 p.m.

Early Ride Times

Guests can bring a can of Coca-Cola along with an active Membership, Season Pass, or daily admission to gain access to extra ride time from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. each day before the park opens to the public. Platinum, Diamond and Diamond Elite members can receive a free patriotic cup when they redeem their Coke can for admission to the extra ride time, while supplies last. (Please allow extra time for wristbanding and security screening.)

Exclusive Ride Time Schedule (subject to change):

Wednesday, July 3 – Nitro, Skull Mountain, BATMAN: The Ride and Congo Rapids.

Thursday, July 4 – JUSTICE LEAGUE: Battle for Metropolis, CYBORG Cyber Spin and THE DARK KNIGHT.

Friday, July 5 – SUPERMAN-ULTIMATE FLIGHT, GREEN LANTERN, Twister and the Parachute Jump Tower.

Saturday, July 6 – Log Flume, Runaway Mine Train, BIZARRO and El Toro.

CNCO Live in Concert – July 7

The Latin American boy band CNCO will perform in concert July 7, presented by Coca-Cola. The show will take place in the Northern Star Arena at 8 p.m. Guests with an active Membership, Season Pass, or theme park admission will receive free admission. CNCO formed on the first season of La Banda, officially coming into the music scene in late 2015 with youthful energy and a determination to make great music. In just over three years, they have had 10 singles on the Billboard Latin Pop Songs chart.

Fright Fest Dance Auditions – July 12 & 13

Six Flag Great Adventure’s 20^th anniversary celebration of “Dead Man’s Party” and its “Unleashed” cirque-style stage spectacular are looking for exceptional dancers. Open casting calls will run two days — July 12 at 7 p.m. and July 13 at 9 a.m. Both shows seek professional-level, theatrical dancers who are experienced in jazz, hip hop, ballroom and freestyle. Dancers should bring a variety of dance shoes, learn choreography and freestyle. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and should enter through the employee entrance on Route 537 (609 Monmouth Road, Jackson, NJ). Closed auditions – no spectators will be permitted. New employees must complete the pre-employment application before attending the casting call at www.sixflagsjobs.com.

South Asian SummerFest – July 13

Tollywood comes to Six Flags Great Adventure July 13 for the South Asian SummerFest. This popular music event brings Telugu artists from television and movies to the stage in the Northern Star Arena. The pre-show will start at 5:30 p.m. and will showcase DJ Raj, Capricio Band and Anirudh Suswaram. The main event begins at 7:15 p.m. and will include many talented performers. Anasuya Bharadwaj, the Indian television presenter and actress who works predominately in Telugu cinema and television, will perform. Guests can also expect Sunitha Uparashta on stage, the current reigning queen of melodies in her genre in India. Bhargavi Pillai, the popular playback singer in the Hindi film industry, will also join these artists.

Medieval Times Knight Demonstration – July 27

Sword fights and medieval fun will take over Main Street at Six Flags Great Adventure July 27. Knights, the Queen and the Lord Marshall will be on site from Medieval Times for photo opportunities, Q&A sessions, giveaways and a duel. Guests can stop by Main Street anytime from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. to check out the medieval fun. The Knights’ duel will take place at 1:15 and 3:15 p.m.

Fright Fest Zombie Auditions – July 27

Individuals with a love for Halloween are encouraged to visit Six Flags Great Adventure July 27 at 1 p.m. for Fright Fest zombie auditions. Group auditions are perfect for those with no previous experience in scaring, and include fun exercise before a panel of judges. Applicants are encouraged to showcase their quirky, strange, funny and creepy qualities. All participants must be at least 16 years old. Auditions take place in the Employment Center and applicants will enter through the employee entrance at 609 Monmouth Road, Jackson NJ. New employees must apply before attending an audition at www.sixflagsjobs.com. Fright Fest runs September 13 through October 31 on weekends and select days.

General Park Information

For more information, guests can call 732/928-2000 or visit www.sixflags.com/greatadventure

3 From Hell Release Date and Poster

2019/07/01

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Movie News, News

DENVER – July 1, 2019 – Global content leader Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) and Saban Films are unleashing horror icon and heavy metal mastermind Rob Zombie’s 3 From Hell, the follow-up to House of 1,000 Corpses and The Devil’s Rejects, as the next chapter in the blood-soaked crime saga. The film will be released in nearly 900 select movie theaters on September 16, 17 and 18, 2019 through Fathom’s Digital Broadcast Network (DBN). Fathom Events will broadcast the unrated version to theaters with each night featuring unique bonus content.

On September 16th, moviegoers will see a special video introduction from Rob Zombie with the first 50 attendees at each theater receiving an exclusive poster (while supplies last). On the 17th, audiences will be treated to a nearly 30-minute behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film. On the 18th, moviegoers will experience the ultimate double feature including 3 From Hell and The Devil’s Rejects.

“This event is a long time coming,” says Zombie. “The journey of these characters has always been special to me and I am thrilled to finally let the fans experience the next episode of the Firefly madness. This project was a true labor of love for everyone involved and we know we have created something amazing for the loyal followers of these films. Let the insanity begin!”

“We are excited to collaborate again with Rob Zombie,” said Lionsgate President of Worldwide Home Entertainment Ron Schwartz. “With House of 1,000 Corpses and The Devil’s Rejects, Rob Zombie delivered thrills and high doses of gore to genre fans. We look forward to bringing this next chapter to screens with Saban Films and Fathom.”

“In 2003 a bold new cinematic voice emerged with House of 1,000 Corpses,” said Jonathan Saba, Saban Films’ Senior Vice President of Distribution, Sales and Marketing. “And with the sequel, The Devil’s Rejects, Rob Zombie cemented his legacy as one of the most influential and important modern-day genre filmmakers. Now nearly 15 years later, Rob returns to the Firefly family in an audacious and wholly singular new chapter in this gory saga. I can’t wait for audiences to see this film on the big screen thanks to our partners at Lionsgate and Fathom.”

“Scary movies are best experienced in a dark movie theater alongside fellow fans,” said Fathom Events CEO Ray Nutt. “This is why we continue to partner with Rob Zombie, Lionsgate and Saban Films to premiere the very best horror films on our platform.”

3 From Hell was written and directed by Rob Zombie, who also produced alongside CC Capital Arts Entertainment’s Mike Elliot. Greg Holstein and Saban Films’ Jonathan Saba are executive producers.

Tickets for 3 From Hell can be purchased beginning Friday, July 19 at www.FathomEvents.com and participating theater box offices. A complete list of theater locations will be available July 19 at the Fathom Events website (theaters and participants are subject to change).

Saban Films and Rob Zombie previously partnered with Fathom Events in a successful theatrical event for Rob Zombie’s 31.

Nickelodeon Unveils SDCC Exclusive Items

2019/07/01

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, SDCC

July 1, 2019 – Nickelodeon has some hot new retail items exclusive to San Diego Comic-Con 2019 that are only available at the Nick booth (#4113). Nickelodeon is celebrating 20 years of SpongeBob SquarePants by inviting fans to enter into the world of Bikini Bottom at Comic-Con International: San Diego July 18-21, 2019. Attendees can grab both new and nostalgic Nick retail items spanning SpongeBob SquarePants, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Rugrats and more.

SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON EXCLUSIVES:

Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – Exclusive Shredder Figure

The Shredder is back! Based on Nickelodeon’s Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, the 2019 San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive Shredder figure comes ready to attack! The Turtles’ ultimate nemesis stands nearly 6” tall and features a ball-joint articulated head with a sinister facial expression and glowing red eyes, a body molded in a translucent brown with gray, metallic-sprayed armor, and shredding claw weapon accessories. He also has slide joint neck articulation, waist articulation, ball-joint articulated shoulders, and hips, knee and ankle articulation so you can pose him in hundreds of different ways.

Shredder comes packed out in a highly-collectible, uniquely-styled, five-sided penta-shaped window box placed in a protective white mailer box calling out the “2019 San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive Shredder” name.

SRP: $30.00

Metallic Green Reptar EEKEEZ

Exclusive Reptar Eekeez Figurine modeled after your favorite Rugrats character. Hand painted resin figurine featuring realistic wood carved design, measuring approximately 4” tall.

SRP: $15.00

Chuckie Finster Bitty Boomer

Bitty Boomers are ultra-portable, beyond adorable, wireless licensed Bluetooth speakers. Don’t be fooled, what they lack in size, they make up for with clear, powerful, room filling sound. Tiny Size. Huge Sound. Bitty Boomers are just under 2″ in height and .25 of a lb. in weight so they can easily be carried in a pocket, or strapped to a backpack or gym bag (the strap is included- as is the USB charger) and so they can go wherever you go. They hold a charge for up to five hours. Our coating not only makes them a much more attractive item but it also gives them a water-resistant property that allows them to be taken to the gym, the pool, the beach, or virtually anywhere.

SRP: $20.00

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Odd Sox

The lean, mean, green team is hitting the street – and your feet – with these Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles socks!

SRP: $15

Nick ‘90s Fanny Pack

The ’90s may be all that, but with this fanny pack featuring Nickelodeon’s most iconic ’90s series, you’ll be looking all that… and a bag of chips!

SRP: $20

Customized T-Shirt Station

Fans can purchase a t-shirt from the retail shop and customize it on the spot with characters and art from their choice of eight fan-favorite Nick shows: All That, SpongeBob SquarePants, Hey Arnold!, Rugrats, Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Loud House, Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra.

SRP: $20

Nick Box

The Nick Box is back with an exclusive 2019 San Diego Comic-Con enamel pin! Each Nick Box comes filled with exclusive collectibles, apparel, accessories, home goods and so much more, featuring all your favorite classic Nickelodeon shows. The Nick Box is a quarterly, subscription service that brings your most memorable Nickelodeon experiences right to your front door, but the Nick Box at SDCC features a SDCC exclusive. This installment features these items and more:

· Exclusive Chokey Chicken Pin: “Yee Haw! You in the mood for chicken that looks good, tastes good, and even smells good? Then come on down to the Chokey Chicken! Commemorate your favorite O-Town original chicken joint along with Rocko and friends with this SDCC exclusive enamel pin!”

· What’s Cookin’?: This tasty Winter box is full of exclusive items that will make your mouth water. Feeling hungry? Let us serve you up some Nick classics!

· Spinning Reptar On Ice Kitchen Timer: What better way to know when your food is done cooking than with this rad Reptar on Ice timer! If only this ice spectacular was playing in a rink near you.

· Mr. Tastee Vinyl Figure: We found Mr. Tastee and he is the coolest Nick Box exclusive vinyl! Can’t get him anywhere else.

· Cookie Stamp Set: Make every batch of cookies perfect for snack time! Featuring Tommy, Chuckie, and the cookie queen herself, Angelica.

· Powdered Toast Man Apron: To be a master chef in the kitchen, one must dress like one! And nothing makes you feel like you have the power than with Powdered Toast Man!

· Jolly Good Sardines Socks: Cover up your feet in the cold with these sweet Wild Thornberrys socks! You’ll make even sardines look smashing.

· Hey Arnold! Refrigerator Magnets: Add these fruit boys to your fridge! The Nick Box is the only place to get these Arnold and Gerald magnets.

· Good Burger Pillow Cover: You know what your pillow is missing? A classic Good Burger look! You will definitely have some sweet dreams.

· Enchanted Up-Chucks Pin Set: This pin set is perfect for any pin collector! You can find these one-of-a-kind pins only in the Nick Box!

· Good Burger Squishy: This Squishy is like having a real Good Burger, but without all the grease! Perfect for poking and squeezing. Order up!

SRP: $50

SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS TOY LINE:

SpongeBob SquarePants MasterPiece Memes

Memes in real life! 8” collectible vinyl figures bring to life fan-favorite show and movie moments that have now become some of the most popular viral memes. Featuring exceptional details and window packaging for collector displays, the SDCC figures include Mocking Imaginaaation SpongeBob and Surprised Patrick. These figures will be sold with a 20th Anniversary enamel pin of either SpongeBob or Patrick.

SRP: $30.00

SpongeBob SquarePants SpongeHeads

There’s a party in Bikini Bottom and your head is invited! Dress up as your favorite SpongeBob SquarePants characters with the 20” soft, inflatable headwear! Made to fit most kid and adults heads, SpongeHeads allow fans of all ages to show off their favorite characters in a silly fashion-statement! Let the party begin!

SRP: $6.00

Star Trek Beams Down to San Diego Comic Con 2019

2019/07/01

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Movie News, News, SDCC

LOS ANGELES – July 1, 2019 – CBS All Access and CBS Television Studios invite “Star Trek” fans to experience the ultimate “Star Trek” universe celebration with the first-ever “Star Trek” block of panel programming beaming into Hall H, featuring STAR TREK: DISCOVERY and the highly anticipated new series STAR TREK: PICARD, starring Sir Patrick Stewart, and animated series STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS – as well as events, activations and merchandise exclusives at Comic-Con® in San Diego, Calif., July 18-21.

“ENTER THE STAR TREK UNIVERSE” PANEL,
SATURDAY, JULY 20, 11:30 AM -1:00 PM, HALL H
Over 50 years ago, the world was first introduced to what would quickly become a cultural phenomenon for the ages. “Star Trek” broke barriers then and continues to do so now, inspiring people of all generations and walks of life with its celebration of cultural diversity, scientific exploration and the pursuit of uncharted frontiers. Today, the “Star Trek” universe continues to thrive, exploring all new missions for Starfleet. CBS All Access invites you to join the cast and producers of its hit series STAR TREK: DISCOVERY and be the first to hear about two new upcoming additions to the “Star Trek” universe: the highly anticipated new series STAR TREK: PICARD, starring Sir Patrick Stewart, and the animated series STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS.

The STAR TREK: DISCOVERY cast scheduled to appear includes Sonequa Martin-Green alongside executive producers Alex Kurtzman, Michelle Paradise and Heather Kadin, with series guest star Tig Notaro, who plays Chief Engineer Reno, moderating the conversation.

The STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS panel will feature co-creator and executive producer Mike McMahan and surprise guests sharing an exclusive first look at the upcoming animated series.

STAR TREK: PICARD cast members will come together for the series’ first Comic-Con. The panel will feature Sir Patrick Stewart, Alison Pill, Michelle Hurd, Evan Evagora, Isa Briones, Santiago Cabrera and Harry Treadaway, alongside executive producers Alex Kurtzman, Michael Chabon, Akiva Goldsman and Heather Kadin.

STAR TREK UNIVERSE BOOTH: U.S.S. DISCOVERY TRANSPORTER EXPERIENCE AND “TREK” TALENT MEET-AND-GREETS, BOOTH #4237

CBS All Access is bringing the “Star Trek” universe to the San Diego Comic-Con Exhibit Hall, Thursday, July 18 through Sunday, July 21, where fans are invited to step aboard the U.S.S. Discovery and travel to strange and distant lands through an immersive transporter experience. Fans will also have the opportunity to meet some of their favorite “Star Trek” talent in person with meet-and-greets in the booth (#4237), on Saturday, July 20. Comic-Con badges are required for entry.

JEAN-LUC PICARD: THE FIRST DUTY EXHIBIT

In celebration of Patrick Stewart’s return to his iconic STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION role, “Jean-Luc Picard: The First Duty” is a special exhibition showcasing original props, costumes and other artifacts tracing Picard’s life and Starfleet career. Items on display include his cherished Ressikan flute, the legendary Picard family album, his Starfleet uniforms, models of ships Picard captained and all that remains of the “Borg Queen.” The gallery also features exclusive first looks at costumes and other items featured in the upcoming CBS All Access series STAR TREK: PICARD. Visitors will have the first chance to purchase exclusive STAR TREK: PICARD merchandise and opportunities for exclusive giveaways. The gallery is located at Michael J Wolf Fine Arts, 363 Fifth Ave., San Diego, Calif. 92101 and will be open Thursday, Friday and Saturday of Comic-Con from 11:00 AM until 9:00 PM and on Sunday from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM.

STAR TREK UNIVERSE EXCLUSIVE PINS
A number of exclusive, limited quantity “Star Trek” pins will be available to fans during Comic-Con. All week long, a Starfleet Headquarters visitors badge will be available for those who visit and complete the “Star Trek” transporter experience at the “Star Trek” universe booth. On Saturday afternoon and Sunday, a limited quantity of pins featuring the debut of two characters from the upcoming CBS All Access animated show STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS will also be available from the booth. At the “Jean-Luc Picard: The First Duty” museum experience at Michael J. Wolf Fine Arts, fans can get an exclusive replica pin of the Picard family crest as seen in STAR TREK: PICARD.

Marvel Announces San Diego Comic Con Lineup

2019/07/01

Jerry Paxton

News

Los Angeles, CA (July 1, 2019) – Marvel Entertainment returns to San Diego to join in on the celebration for Comic-Con International’s 50^th anniversary, with all-star panels from Marvel Comics, Marvel Television, Marvel Games, Marvel Animation, and Marvel New Media. This year will also mark a first-ever Hall H presentation for Marvel Television’s flagship series, Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. that will be guaranteed epic. With exclusive announcements, special video presentations, star-studded signings, and unforgettable fan experiences at the Marvel booth, this Comic-Con is one not-to-be-missed – all starting Wednesday, July 17 through Sunday, July 21.

For breaking news and exclusive livestream coverage from Marvel at San Diego Comic-Con, watch on Marvel.com, YouTube, Twitter and Facebook. Coverage is hosted by Ryan Penagos, Lorraine Cink, Langston Belton, AngéliqueRoché, Justin Warner, Nore Davis, and Josh Saleh. Tour the convention floor with Marvel, learn about some of your favorite Marvel characters, and don’t miss a beat from the Marvel stage and events within and around SDCC!

Check out the schedule of Marvel Entertainment’s panels and featured Television signing below. A full schedule of Marvel Entertainment booth activities, including additional signings and events coming soon.

MARVEL ENTERTAINMENT PANELS SCHEDULE:

THURSDAY, JULY 18^th

Marvel Games Panel

1:30 PM, Hall H

Get an inside look at the latest and greatest from Marvel Games! Attendees will see exciting new content from MARVEL ULTIMATE ALLIANCE 3: The Black Order, Marvel’s Iron Man VR, and Marvel’s Avengers, with many unannounced surprises and panel exclusives. Host Greg Miller (loudmouth at KindaFunny.com) will be joined by Bill Rosemann (VP & Creative Director, Marvel Games) and other special guests from titles throughout the Marvel Games family!

Marvel Television: Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

3:30 – 4:30 PM, Hall H

The cast and producers of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. will return to San Diego Comic-Con in epic fashion as they take over Hall H for the first time ever! Be the first to hear the scoop about the show-stopping conclusion for season six and what awaits in season seven of Marvel’s flagship television show. With your favorite stars in attendance, including Clark Gregg, Ming-Na Wen, Chloe Bennet, Elizabeth Henstridge, Iain De Caestecker, Henry Simmons, Natalia Cordova-Buckley, and Jeff Ward, along with executive producers Maurissa Tancharoen, Jed Whedon, Jeff Bell, and Jeph Loeb, this is a must-see panel to celebrate seven seasons with the world’s greatest fans! This action-packed series from Marvel Television and ABC Studios airs Fridays at 8/7c on ABC.

*Please note: talent is subject to change.

FRIDAY, JULY 19^th

Marvel Comics #1000 Revealed: A This Week in Marvel Special Event

12:30 – 1:30 PM, Room 5AB

Marvel’s flagship podcast comes to Comic-Con loaded with secrets, giveaways, reveals, news, guests, and more! And, if you think you’ve got the stuff and want some swag, you can challenge the Marvel crew in a special House of Ideas Throwdown! Join host Ryan Penagos (aka Agent M, VP & Creative Exec, Marvel) along with CB Cebulski (Marvel Comics Editor in Chief) and an array of Marvel creators as they dig into Marvel Comics #1,000, one of the biggest Marvel Comics projects ever assembled, and celebrate Marvel’s 80th Anniversary!

MARVEL COMICS: Spider-Man

1:30 – 2:30 PM, Room 5AB

Get caught in Spider-Man’s tangled web along with Executive Editor Nick Lowe, Assistant Editor Kathleen Wisneski, as well as writers Nick Spencer (Amazing Spider-Man), Seanan McGuire (Ghost-Spider), and Frank Tieri(Absolute Carnage vs. Deadpool, Absolute Carnage: Lethal Protectors) to find out what’s on the horizon for all of your wall-crawling favorites! Spider-Man’s mysterious new foe sets his plan into motion! Ghost-Spider joins the Marvel Universe! And New York experiences Absolute Carnage! PLUS – Don’t miss an exclusive giveaway variant comic of SPIDER-MAN: CITY AT WAR #5! The stunning rendering by Skan depicts an homage to the classic AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #3 cover by Steve Ditko!

Marvel Animation Celebrates Marvel’s 80th Anniversary

3:30 – 4:30 PM, Room 6A

Join Cort Lane (SVP, Animation and Family Entertainment), Kalia Ramirez (Director, Family Entertainment – Development & Partnerships), writers Mark Hoffmeier (Spider-Man: The Animated Series) and Marty Isenberg (X-Men: The Animated Series), and fan-favorite voice actors Josh Keaton (Spectacular Spider-Man, Marvel’s Avengers Assemble) and Jennifer Hale (Wolverine & the X-Men, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy) as they take a journey through highlights of over five decades of Marvel cartoons. Including behind-the-scenes dish on the making of classic shows, a run-down of all ten of Spider-Man’s series, and a 10^th anniversary retrospective of Marvel’s Animation division, this is a panel you don’t want to miss! Plus a special in-memoriam look at Stan Lee’s greatest animation moments.

SATURDAY, JULY 20^th

Women of Marvel: 10 Years and 200 Episodes

10:00 – 11:30 AM, Room 5AB

Celebrate ten years of Women of Marvel panels and 200 podcast episodes! Join hosts Sana Amanat (VP of Content & Character Development, Marvel) and Judy Stephens (Producer, Marvel) and special guests to talk 80 years of Marvel history, what it’s like working as a woman in comics, and the future of the industry.

MARVEL COMICS: Next Big Thing

1:45 – 2:45 PM, Room 6A

Legendary writer Jonathan Hickman is joined by Editor in Chief C.B. Cebulski and other Mighty Marvel Guests to bring you all the latest and greatest news straight from the House of Ideas! Learn what comes next for the X-Men after the senses-shattering revelations of the House of X and Powers of X!! Plus, stick around for a few things we can’t even hint at yet!

MARVEL COMICS: Marvel Fanfare with C.B. Cebulski

3:00 – 4:00 PM, Room 6A

This is your chance to meet the head of editorial at Marvel! In an exclusive and intimate panel experience, Editor in Chief C.B. Cebulski, along with superstar talents including Rob Liefeld and Skottie Young, will talk about anything and everything involved with Marvel Comics. What secrets are held in the House of X? Can Venom prove himself a true hero in Absolute Carnage? When is Dazzler’s next album coming out? What were C.B., Rob and Skottie’s favorite Marvel characters as kids, and how do they feel about those characters now? Ask these questions and more in the Q&A! PLUS – Don’t miss an exclusive giveaway variant of SILVER SURFER BLACK #2, Giuseppe Camuncoli’s take on Carnage soaring the spaceways on Silver Surfer’s board!

SUNDAY, JULY 21^st

Making Comics the Marvel Way

11:15 AM – 12:15 PM, Room 5AB

A slew of Mighty Marvel guests take you behind-the-scenes and show you how a Marvel comic book is made! Learn about every aspect of production including writing, penciling, inking, coloring, editing, and more – with creators on hand to offer personal insights and anecdotes. If you’re interested in the ins-and-outs of the comic book industry, this is the one panel you can’t miss!

MARVEL TELEVISION AUTOGRAPH SIGNING SCHEDULE:

Please note this signing is a ticketed event and passes will be available on a first-come, first-served lottery basis beginning when the floor opens on Friday, July 19 at the Marvel Booth (#2329).

FRIDAY, JULY 19^th

Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. – Signing Event

3:30 PM at the Marvel Booth (#2329)

Jumanji: The Next Level Official Trailer

2019/07/01

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

July 1, 2019 – In Jumanji: The Next Level, the gang is back but the game has changed. As they return to Jumanji to rescue one of their own, they discover that nothing is as they expect. The players will have to brave parts unknown and unexplored, from the arid deserts to the snowy mountains, in order to escape the world’s most dangerous game. In Theaters December 13, 2019

Netflix Brings The Witcher and More to San Diego Comic Con

2019/07/01

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Movie News, News, SDCC

July 1, 2019 – Today Netflix unveiled their exciting San Diego Comic-Con line up on their exclusive NX social handles. The global streaming service will host two Hall H panels on Friday, July 19, 2019, in celebration of their highly anticipated new series: The Witcher & The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance

THE WITCHER: A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES

Friday, 7/19/2019; 2:15PM – 3:00PM

Hall H

Based on the best-selling fantasy series of books, THE WITCHER is an epic tale of fate and family. Be among the first to get the exclusive scoop on the highly anticipated new Netflix original series centering around famed monster hunter, Geralt of Rivia. Be introduced to the world of The Continent, where humans, elves, witchers, gnomes, and monsters battle to survive and thrive, and where good and evil is not easily identified.

THE WITCHER fans can follow official show news on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter.

NETFLIX PRESENTS: THE DARK CRYSTAL: AGE OF RESISTANCE

Hall H

Friday, 7/19/2019; 3:30PM – 5:15PM

Netflix presents an exclusive sneak peek at the highly-anticipated fantasy series, THE DARK CRYSTAL: AGE OF RESISTANCE, based on Jim Henson’s groundbreaking 1982 feature film, THE DARK CRYSTAL. In this stunning new prequel, three Gelfling discover the horrifying secret behind the Skeksis’ power, and set out on an epic journey to ignite the fires of rebellion and save their world. Realized using classic puppetry with cutting edge visual effects, the cast and creators discuss all of your burning questions about bringing Thra to life.

THE DARK CRYSTAL fans can follow official show news on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter.