15 Comic-Con 2024 panels on Marvel, Disney, and ‘Star Wars’ to watch for
Headed to Comic-Con and love Disney? Not attending but want to know what times to monitor news online? Here are 15 Comic-Con 2024 panels to watch for if you’re a Marvel, Disney, or “Star Wars” fan.
The full schedule of Comic-Con 2024 panels is, in a word, overwhelming (but in a good way). There’s so much happening at the San Diego Comic Convention (aka Comic-Con), it can be tricky to know where to find presentations based on your interests — or, if you’re not attending the convention, when to pay attention to your social media feeds for big announcements from the high-profile panels.
If you’re a fan of Disney or Marvel, here are some panels at San Diego Comic-Con 2024 you might want to watch for.
Marvel Studios in Hall H at Comic-Con 2024
Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024
Time: 6-7 p.m. PT
Location: Hall H
The big one! If you don’t pay attention to anything else this weekend, this is the presentation to be on the lookout for, the place where Marvel Studios has historically revealed major news and surprises. Repeat after me: “When is Marvel’s Hall H panel?” “Saturday at 6 (west coast time)!”
Official description: Marvel Studios President and producer Kevin Feige and special guests provide an inside look at the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe.
‘The Future of Doctor Who’
Date: Friday, July 26, 2024
Time: 4-5 p.m. PT
Location: Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Official description: This popular fan forum sees some of the most informed and amusing experts sharing their insights and opinions on what’s next in the British sci-fi show. The show is more popular than ever thanks to its streaming on Disney+, and you’ll have a chance to share your views, too. Moderator Sandro Monetti (CNN) hosts panelists Sarah Lynn Dawson (Disney+), Cody Gootz (cosplayer), Karen Glover (Time Travelers Utld), Kristi Schoeman (SD Who Con), and River Alexandra Song (Time Travelers Utld).
‘Marvel Studios: The Ultimate Deadpool & Wolverine Celebration of Life’
Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. PT
Location: Hall H
Not much has been announced about this presentation — which required registration and is now full — but seeing as it takes place on the evening of the movie’s opening night preview screenings, it’s certainly timely.
‘Marvel Comics: Next Big Thing’
Date: Friday, July 26, 2024
Time: 4:15 – 5:15 p.m. PT
Location: Room 6DE
Official description: This is it, True Believers . . . the one you’ve been waiting for! Editor-In-Chief C.B. Cebulski, VP of Digital Media and Creative Strategy Ryan Penagos (aka Agent M), and other Marvel guests are here for a glimpse into the future of your favorite heroes. The world-shaking ramifications emanating from “Blood Hunt” will last for years to come, and fans can look no further than this panel for an exclusive glimpse at the new status quo in the wake of the bloodiest Marvel event ever. Plus, attendees who stay until the end will receive an exclusive giveaway comic book!
‘Exploring Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — Unveiling the Secrets, Lore, and More within Black Spire Outpost’
Date: Friday, July 25, 2024
Time: 10-11 a.m. PT
Location: Room 7AB
Official description: Explore Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge as the expansive lore of this land within Disneyland and Walt Disney World is unveiled. Uncover the secret stories behind the planet Batuu and Black Spire Outpost, and learn how its iconic attractions and characters fit into the larger “Star Wars” universe.
Kristine and Martin Smith (“Heroes of the Halcyon” podcast), Mars Suhardi (cosplayer and prop maker), and Holly Frey (“Full of Sith,” “Stuff You Missed in History Class” podcasts) also discuss what’s new on Batuu and deep dive into the food, locations, and imagery that transport you to a galaxy far, far away. Whether you’re an honorary citizen of Batuu or a first-time visitor, join in the fun! All attendees will receive an exclusive Black Spire Outpost souvenir!
‘Women of Marvel’
Date: Sunday, July 28, 2024
Time: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. PT
Location: Room 6A
Official description: Talent from across the Marvel universe will assemble to talk about breaking in as a creative, building a career in nerd spaces, how fandom has changed, and being a part of Marvel’s 85-year legacy. Marvel Studios producers and Marvel Comics creators talk about what’s next for them and for Marvel.
‘Marvel: Past, Present, and Future from Abrams’
Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024
Time: 10-11 a.m. PT
Location: Room 28DE
Official description: Acclaimed creators John Jennings (“Marvel Super Stories,” “Kindred”), Chris Ryall (“Mighty Marvel Calendar Book,” “A Visual History”), and Ryan Meinerding (Marvel Studios’ head of visual development) explore the history of Marvel superheroes, their own personal histories working on Marvel’s acclaimed heroes, and how Marvel’s past influences its future. These creators will be joined by Abrams staff Andrew Smith (senior vice president, publisher, children’s books), Connor Leonard (editor), and Charles Kochman (editor-in-chief, Abrams ComicArts), with Sven Larsen (vice president, licensed publishing, Marvel’s licensing team).
‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’
Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024
Time: 2:15 – 3:15 p.m. PT
Location: Hall H
Official description: Described by Entertainment Weekly as “a winning adaptation” and as “one of the strongest YA television outings” by Variety, the Disney+ hit original series “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” will make its debut at Comic-Con with an epic panel filled with behind-the-scenes stories and secrets from the set.
Walker Scobell (Percy Jackson), Leah Sava Jeffries (Annabeth Chase), Aryan Simhadri (Grover Underwood), Virginia Kull (Sally Jackson), Jonathan E. Steinberg (co-creator, executive producer) and Dan Shotz (executive producer) on a panel moderated by Jay Duplass (Hades) reflect on the triumphant first season, discuss bringing the iconic characters to life, answer burning questions during an exclusive fan Q&A session, and take a look back at moments from production and the global launch of the series. Whether you’re a mortal or a demigod, let’s celebrate all things “Percy Jackson and the Olympians”!
‘Marvel Comics: X-Men: From the Ashes’
Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024
Time: 3-4 p.m. PT
Location: Room 6A
Official description: From the ashes . . . a new beginning! The Krakoan Age has come to an end, and the X-Men are entering a bold new era of storytelling as they find themselves once more navigating a world that hates and fears them. Marvel Editor-In-Chief C.B. Cebulski, Executive Editor X-traordinaire Tom Brevoort, and more mutant masterminds join for this uncanny panel featuring first looks, behind-the-scenes reveals, and thrilling announcements. And be sure to stay until the end for the exclusive giveaway!
‘Into the Whoniverse: A Doctor Who Panel’
Date: Friday, July 26, 2024
Time: 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. PT
Location: Hall H
Official description: Hop aboard the TARDIS with “Doctor Who” stars Ncuti Gatwa (Fifteenth Doctor) and Millie Gibson (Ruby Sunday), along with showrunner and writer Russell T Davies as they discuss the latest season and its game-changing finale episode, which aired on Disney+ and BBC iPlayer. The trio will also share behind-the-scenes stories, fan surprises, and a special sneak peek. Moderated by Josh Horowitz (host, “Happy Sad Confused” podcast and MTV).
‘Marvel Fanfare with C.B. Cebulski and Kevin Feige’
Date: Friday, July 26, 2024
Time: 3-4 p.m. PT
Location: Room 6DE
Official description: Marvel masters collide in an unprecedented meeting of page and screen! Marvel Comics Editor-In-Chief C.B. Cebulski and Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige discuss their mutual love for all things Marvel Comics along with some special surprise creators. With decades of creative storytelling at the House of Ideas between them, there will be no shortage of insider insights and unheard comic book anecdotes that you can’t afford to miss. And if that wasn’t enough . . . following the discussion, fans will receive an exclusive giveaway comic!
‘Jack Kirby’s Mythology’
Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024
Time: 12-1 p.m. PT
Location: Room 4
Official description: Jack Kirby is known to most for his work on Marvel superheroes in the 1960s. Panelists take a look at Kirby’s love of mythology and how he used it in his work — not just the Marvel superheroes, but throughout his career — featuring Kirby’s granddaughter Tracy Kirby, biographer Ray Wyhman, Jr., cartoonist Bruce Simon, and artist Mark Badger. Hosted by Rand Hoppe (Jack Kirby Museum). They will also premiere a video testimonial by Neil Gaiman.
‘Star Wars Memories’
Date: Friday, July 25, 2024
Time: 12-1 p.m. PT
Location: Room 7AB
Official description: Craig Miller, Lucasfilm’s original director of fan relations, presents a slideshow on the early days of Lucasfilm and the marketing of “Star Wars” and “The Empire Strikes Back” to fandom and the rest of the world. You’ll hear stories about 20th Century Fox’s market research on making “Star Wars,” George Lucas’ original explanation for the Millennium Falcon’s 12 parsec Kessel Run, picking Leigh Brackett to write “The Empire Strikes Back,” the wrap party Carrie Fisher threw, Underwear That’s Fun to Wear, taking Droids to “Sesame Street,” and more.
‘Illustrating Disney Magic: Rick Law’
Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024
Time: 10-11 a.m. PT
Location: Room 32AB
Moderated by Attractions Magazine’s own Jeff DePaoli!
Official description: Dive into the captivating world of illustrator/producer Rick Law, whose iconic illustrations have graced Disney home video covers for decades and instantly spark cherished memories. Rick shares the design process and his personal history behind these timeless covers while also shedding light on his diverse career in the entertainment industry. Moderated by Jeff DePaoli (“Dizney Coast to Coast Podcast”).
‘The Official Disneybound Panel: Tips and Tricks from Your Favorites in the Fandom!’
Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. PT
Location: Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Official description: Leslie Kay (creator of the viral The Disneybound Blog and author of Disney Publishing’s “Disneybound: Dress Disney and Make It Fashion”), a group of Disneybound pros — Erika Kurzawa, Tiffany Sutton, Logan Allison, Sydney Lew, and Rayna Lew — and moderator Kelsey Walmer give their tips and tricks for conceptualizing, building, and styling the perfect Disneybound outfit and experiences in this community over the last decade.
Full Comic-Con 2024 schedule
That’s just a glimpse of the many Comic-Con 2024 panels. See the full schedule at the convention’s official website, which includes not only panels, but meet & greets, screenings, and cosplay events.
Up next, D23
In addition to individual panels at San Diego Comic-Con 2024, Disney will host an entire convention all its own just a few weeks later. D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will take place Aug. 9-11, 2024 at the Anaheim Convention Center and the Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif.
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