(This article was written by Eric Cahill)
Comic-Con International or as most of us call it, SDCC is finally here! We’ll bring you all the latest info from the convention fast and direct here and via our twitter but until things kick off, here’s the panels you should keep an eye open for!
DC All Access
11:30a.m. – 12:30p.m.
Room: 6DE
Meet the folks behind the hit program that is all about your favorite topic: DC! Tiffany Smith, Jason Inman, Whitney Moore, Hector Navarro…the names you’ve come to know and love will be here sharing behind-the-scenes tidbits and all out DC fun.
Justice League Action Video Presentation and Q&A
12:30a.m. – 1:30p.m.
Room: 6A
Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman lead the DC Comics superheroes against their most infamous foes in adventures packed with relentless thrills, fun, and action in Justice League Action. Whether defending the Earth, facing invaders from space, or battling bizarre forces of magic, the always-rotating team of Justice League heroes are up to any challenge. Producers and members of the voice cast will be on hand to screen an all-new episode as well as participate in a Q&A.
DC Meet the Publishers
2:00p.m. – 3:00p.m.
Room: 6DE
DC’s Publishers are back in San Diego and better than ever! Dan DiDio and Jim Lee are the driving forces behind DC Universe Rebirth, Vertigo, MAD, DC’s YOUNG ANIMAL, DARK MATTER and much more. This up-close-and-personal panel gives you unique access to the leaders of your favorite comic book line!
DC Universe Original Movies 10th Anniversary
2:15p.m. – 3:15p.m.
Room: 6BCF
Ten years. Thirty films. Five shorts. And innumerable fan-favorite moments. Warner Bros. Home Entertainment celebrates a decade of animated DC Entertainment-infused films with an exciting panel in conjunction with the release of the DC Universe Original Movies: 10th Anniversary Collection, a comprehensive box set of the films, shorts, dazzling new enhanced content, and a few exclusive collectible items, coming in fall 2017. Producers Bruce Timm (Superman: Doomsday, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns) and James Tucker (Justice League: War, Justice League Dark) and co-producers/screenwriters Alan Burnett (Batman: The Animated Series) and Jim Krieg (Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox) will lead a panel discussion that will include actors Kevin Conroy (Batman and Harley Quinn), Tara Strong (Batman: The Killing Joke), John DiMaggio (Batman: Under the Red Hood), Vanessa Marshall (Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths), Christopher Gorham (Covert Affairs, Ugly Betty, Justice League vs. Teen Titans), and some very special guests. Moderator Gary Miereanu will have some very exclusive gifts for the most intelligent, inquisitive fans.
The following activities will take place at the DC Booth (#1915).
3:00 pm
DC Comics Art Academy: Bernard Chang (former Green Lantern Corps artist)
Young Justice Q&A
10:00a.m. – 11:00a.m.
Room: 6BCF
Young Justice is back! Series producers and key members of the creative team will be on hand to answer your burning questions about the first two seasons of this beloved fan-favorite series; and, if you’re lucky, you might learn a thing or two about the highly anticipated Young Justice: Outsiders.
DC Universe Rebirth
11:15a.m. – 12:15p.m.
Room: 6DE
Moderator: Tiffany Smith
Talent: Marguerite Bennett, Julie Benson, Shawna Benson, Bernard Chang, Tim Seeley, James Tynion IV, Robert Venditti
DC Universe Rebirth has taken the industry by storm. The universe has been restored with hope and optimism, engaging storylines and dynamic characters. Come discover more about your favorite DC super heroes, plus hear from the talented teams bringing these stories to life!
DC Metal / Dark Matter
1:45p.m. – 2:45p.m.
Room: 6DE
Moderator: Dan DiDio
Talent: Greg Capullo, Steve Orlando, Scott Snyder, Phillip Tan, James Tynion IV, Robert Venditti
The team behind DARK NIGHTS: METAL, Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo, are here to talk about comic’s hottest event! They are joined by DARK MATTER contributors Steve Orlando, Phillip Tan, James Tynion IV, Robert Venditti and others in this revealing hour of comics!
All signings will be held at the DC booth (#1915)
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Geoff Johns** (wristband required)
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Robert Venditti
DC Essential
11:15a.m. – 12:15p.m.
Room: 6DE
Moderator: Blake Kobashigawa
Talent: Julie Benson, Shawna Benson, Amanda Conner, Paul Levitz, Robert Venditti, Marv Wolfman
New to comics? Are you at the convention because you’re a fan of great DC TV, movies, video games, or other media? Bingeing a season of The Flash leave you wanting to know more about the source material? Well, look no further; this is the panel for you! Our panel of experts is here to help you along your journey through the wonderful world of comics! Come one, come all!
Warner Bros. Pictures Presentation
11:30a.m. – 1:00p.m.
Room: Hall H
A sneak peek at some of the studio’s upcoming highly anticipated releases.
All signings will be held at the DC booth (#1915)
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Robert Venditti
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Scott Snyder**
Greg Capullo**
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Jim Lee**
Alex Sinclair**
Scott Williams**