San Diego Comic-Con is ready once again to bring its usual dose of pop culture fun and fandom. Whether it’s Disney, Lucasfilm, Star Wars, Pixar, Marvel, or the kingdoms beyond, there’s going to be SOMETHING to capture the attention of fans over the course of the 4-day event.
Below are details about all the great Disney-related panels on the official event schedule for San Diego Comic-Con 2025!
Thursday, July 24
Beyond the Page: Immersive Story Experiences
Thursday July 24, 10:00am – 11:00am PDT | Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Industry leaders share the creative development behind The Little Prince Experience and examine the evolution from traditional 2D storytelling to spatial narrative formats. Panelists will discuss the rise of immersive storytelling and the new opportunities it creates for audiences to step directly into beloved stories. The session will feature an exclusive first-look video of The Little Prince experience and explore how classic literary works can be reimagined and transformed for cutting-edge immersive formats, redefining the relationship between stories and their audiences and creating shared adventures that transcend the boundaries of traditional media. With Anthony Batt (Harry Potter Experience, Gnomes and Goblins), Neville Spiteri (TheBlu, Harry Potter Experience), Bob Cooney (LEXTRA, X-Men Immersive), and Amy Jupiter (ByJove, Walt Disney Imagineering).
Abrams: Marvel Licensed Publishing Panel
Thursday July 24, 10:00am – 11:00am PDT | Room 25ABC
Creators Dan Santat (All the Hulk Feels), Dean Hale (Iron Man: Something Strange!), Chip Kidd (The Avengers: The Veracity Trap; Spider-Man: Panel by Panel), and Michael Cho (The Avengers: The Veracity Trap) explore the history of Marvel superheroes, their own personal histories working on Marvel’s heroes, and how Marvel’s past influences its future. They will be joined by Abrams staff Charles Kochman (editor-in-chief, Abrams ComicArts) with Sven Larsen (vice president, licensed publishing, Marvel).
Insight Editions: 20 Years of Marvel’s Elite Artists
Thursday July 24, 10:30am – 11:30am PDT | Room 24ABC
A team of Marvel artists (to be revealed) and Jim Viscardi, author of Marvel: The Art of Stormbreakers, celebrate the release of this new art book featuring some of the best and favorite Marvel works through variant covers, sketches, character illustrations, and more. Get an insider’s view of the prestigious Marvel’s Stormbreakers program, responsible for catapulting elite artists into comic book stardom.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians
Thursday July 24, 11:00am – 12:00pm PDT | Hall H
The demigods are back! Percy Jackson and the Olympians returns to Hall H for an epic look ahead at the highly anticipated second season. Series stars Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries, Aryan Simhadri, Charlie Bushnell, Dior Goodjohn, and Daniel Diemer, alongside executive producers Jon Steinberg, Craig Silverstein, and Dan Shotz, engage in a conversation packed with behind-the-scenes stories and a deep dive into the new season, premiering this December on Disney+. Moderated by guest star Timothy Simons.
We’ve Got Pixie Dust (and We Know How to Use It)
Thursday July 24, 11:00am – 12:00pm PDT | Shiley Special Events Suite, San Diego Central Library
San Diego Public Library staff share practical ways to transform library spaces using Disney magic and immersive storytelling. With Jeffrey Davis, Amanda Lorge, Melissa Barbour, Jenny Parsons. Moderated by Kit Jackson.
Spotlight on Jonathan Hickman
Thursday July 24, 11:00am – 12:00pm PDT | Room 5AB
Jonathan Hickman is a bestselling and award-winning writer best known for his work at Marvel (Secret Wars, Fantastic Four, Avengers, House of X) and Image Comics (East of West, Manhattan Projects, Decorum, Black Monday Murders).
Unusual, Weird, and Rare Star Wars Collectibles and Information
Thursday July 24, 11:00am – 12:00pm PDT | Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
What is the rarest SW collectible? Who has the world’s largest Star Wars collection? Who has the largest database of released Star Wars items? Hear “out of this world” stories with pictures of how Star Wars props, prototypes, and treasures are discovered. Learn what it was like running the first and only Star Wars store called Star Force Collectables.
Star Wars: Andor: From Resistance to Rebellion
Thursday July 24, 12:00pm – 1:00pm PDT | Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Panelists will dive deep into the popular show Star Wars: Andor, especially season 2, and examine themes of resisting authoritarianism and rebellion. Featuring Drea Letamendi, Catherine Hicks, Jendia Gammon, Robert Dagnall, Desmond Hassing. Hosted by James Floyd.
Marvel Comics: X-Men
Thursday July 24, 1:45pm – 2:45pm PDT | Room 6A
The X-Men have risen from the ashes, but what is the disastrous threat that lies in their future? Join C. B. Cebulski, Tom Brevoort, and others for first looks, reveals, and insight on the calamitous new epic.
Inside Scoop on Defiant, the Graphic Novel and In-Production Film
Thursday July 24, 4:30pm – 5:30pm PDT | Room 6DE
Join Rob Edwards, Sebastian Jones, Nikolas Draper-Ivey, Chris Cooper, David Baxter, and surprise guests for details on the graphic novel and its adaptation to film. Exclusive giveaways included.
The Art of SHAG: Visual Storyteller of Tiki, Midcentury Style, Fandom, and Polynesian Pop
Thursday July 24, 5:00pm – 6:00pm PDT | Room 25ABC
SHAG (Josh Agle) blends midcentury design with fandoms like Star Wars, Disney, and Tiki culture. Join TheTikiFreaks.com for a retrospective on his art and aesthetic.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion Deep Dive: A Nostalgia Driven Approach to Your Favorite Characters
Thursday July 24, 4:45pm – 5:45pm PDT | Room 6BCF
An inside look at the Marvel Cosmic Invasion game. Exclusive content, character development, and new playable characters revealed.
Marvel, DC, or Star Wars: Who’s Winning IP in 2025?
Thursday July 24, 6:00pm – 7:00pm PDT | Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
The Ringer-Verse team dissects the current IP landscape, evaluating which franchise is thriving in 2025 and why.
Marvel Rivals: Meet the Cast
Thursday July 24, 6:00pm – 7:00pm PDT | Room 6BCF
Voice actors Alpha Takahashi, Daniel Marin, Eliah Mountjoy, James Mathis III, Jordan Reynolds, Xanthe Huynn discuss the voices behind the characters in the hit game Marvel Rivals.
Friday, July 25
HypeFriend Podcast with Ashley Eckstein and Michael James Scott
Friday July 25, 10:00am – 11:00am PDT | Neil Morgan Auditorium, San Diego Central Library
Ashley Eckstein and Michael James Scott host a live taping of their HypeFriend podcast as the official aftershow for the Her Universe Fashion Show. Includes behind-the-scenes insights and interviews with the 2025 winners.
Spotlight on Marcos Martin
Friday July 25, 10:00am – 11:00am PDT | Room 29AB
Artist Marcos Martin joins Stephen Wacker to discuss his work on major titles and founding the online comics platform Panel Syndicate.
Marvel Rivals: Hero Creation from Concept to Showcase
Friday July 25, 10:15am – 11:15am PDT | Room 6BCF NetEase and Marvel Games teams explore how Marvel Rivals characters go from concept to full production, with previews of Season 3 content.
“MOM! Phineas and Ferb are at San Diego Comic-Con!”
Friday July 25, 11:00am – 11:45am PDT | Indigo Ballroom , Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Co-creators Dan Povenmire and Swampy Marsh reunite with the cast to share details and sneak peeks for the new season of Phineas and Ferb.
Lucasfilm: High-End Star Wars Collectibles
Friday July 25, 11:00am – 12:00pm PDT | Room 7AB
Brian Merten from Lucasfilm shares new developments in premium Star Wars collectibles and what drives the creative vision behind them.
Star Wars and More Movie Memories
Friday July 25, 12:00pm – 1:00pm PDT | Room 7AB
Craig Miller shares stories from his Hollywood marketing career for genre films like Star Wars, The Dark Crystal, Superman II, and many more.
The Wait is Over: FX’s Alien: Earth World Premiere and Q&A
Friday July 25, 1:25pm – 2:50pm PDT | Hall H
See the world premiere of FX’s Alien: Earth pilot, with series creator Noah Hawley, EP David W. Zucker, and cast.
Hasbro Star Wars Panel
Friday July 25, 2:00pm – 3:00pm PDT | Room 7AB
Hasbro’s marketing and design teams unveil upcoming additions to the Star Wars Black Series and Vintage Collection, with hints at surprises to come.
Breaking into Comics and Staying In
Friday July 25, 2:00pm – 3:00pm PDT | Room 11
Comics pros Heather Antos, Reilly Brown, Charlie Stickney, Andy Schmidt, and Jake Thomas offer advice for getting published and building a sustainable career.
Marvel Fanfare with C. B. Cebulski
Friday July 25, 2:15pm – 3:15pm PDT | Room 6A
Marvel editor-in-chief C. B. Cebulski and guests take fans behind the scenes with updates, stories, and an exclusive giveaway.
Navigating the Animation Development Pipeline
Friday July 25, 3:00pm – 4:00pm PDT | Omni San Diego Hotel, Omni Grand Ballroom DE, 4th Floor
Panelists including Sam King, Nic Gregory, Pat Stout, Bill Drastal, and Maddie Brewer share how animation projects develop from idea to production. Moderated by Sam Goff.
3D Printing the Star Wars Universe
Friday July 25, 3:00pm – 4:00pm PDT | Room 7AB
Learn how to design and create props, helmets, armor, and more with 3D printing. Presented by Anastasia Hunter, David Neth, Ermer Twano, Matt Greenberg, and guests.
Focus on Don Glut
Friday July 25, 3:30pm – 4:30pm PDT | Room 10
Veteran comics writer Don Glut discusses his career and works ranging from Marvel and Warren Publishing to his Star Wars novelization. Moderated by Mark Evanier.
Marvel Comics: Next Big Thing
Friday July 25, 3:30pm – 4:30pm PDT | Room 6A
Marvel execs C. B. Cebulski, Tom Brevoort, Wil Moss and more preview upcoming stories and major announcements, with an exclusive comic giveaway.
King of the Hill
Friday July 25, 4:00pm – 4:45pm PDT | Indigo Ballroom , Hilton San Diego Bayfront
King of the Hill returns with its season 14 world premiere. Join co-creators Mike Judge and Greg Daniels, along with cast members and showrunner Saladin Patterson for a first look at the revival.
Star Wars Trading Card Collecting
Friday July 25, 4:00pm – 5:00pm PDT | Room 7AB
Panelists discuss vintage and modern Star Wars trading card collecting. Featuring David Neuhausel, Shawn Mullen, William O’Neill, and Tom Resendez. Includes discussion of the infamous X-rated C-3PO card.
Predator: Badlands
Friday July 25, 2025 4:15pm – 5:15pmPDT | Hall H
Director Dan Trachtenberg (Prey, 10 Cloverfield Lane) joins stars Elle Fanning (A Complete Unknown, Super 8) and Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi (The Panthers) for an exclusive look at Predator: Badlands, the latest chapter in the legendary franchise. Hear firsthand stories from the set, insights into the film’s new setting and characters, and get a sneak peek at never-before-seen footage.
Draw Me Like One of Your Disney Girls
Friday July 25, 5:00pm – 6:00pm PDT | Room 11
Live figure drawing session and industry panel with Lucy Smith, Kia Watson, Lisa Dosson, Orpheus Collar, and Jose Pimienta. Moderated by Lucy Smith.
TRON: Ares
Friday July 25, 2025 5:30pm – 6:30pm PDT | Hall H
Step into the Grid as director Joachim Rønning (Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales) and the cast of TRON: Ares take the stage to discuss the highly anticipated next installment in the Tron saga. Hear behind-the-scenes stories, get character insights, and have an exclusive first look at footage from the film.
Revisiting Iconic Worlds
Friday July 25, 5:00pm – 6:00pm PDT | Room 29AB
Authors Allison Saft, Megan Shepherd, and Serena Valentino discuss their Disney fiction and how they went from fans to creators. Moderated session includes insights into Wings of Starlight, Hour of the Pumpkin Queen, and Heartbroken.
The Saga Museum of Star Wars Memorabilia
Friday July 25, 5:00pm – 6:00pm PDT | Room 7AB
Collectors Steve Sansweet, Gus Lopez, Duncan Jenkins, and others preview the creation of a new Star Wars memorabilia museum and items for auction to support it.
Pro Writer AMA (Ask Me Anything): Breaking In and Leveling Up!
Friday July 25, 4:30pm – 5:30pm PDT | Room 29CD
Panelists including Neo Edmund, Melody Fox, Melissa Flores, Henry Gilroy, Doc Harry Kloor, and Adira Edmund share writing advice, career insights, and industry stories.
The 501st Legion: Star Wars Villainous Costuming
Friday July 25, 6:00pm – 7:00pm PDT | Room 7AB
Members of the 501st Legion explain how they build screen-accurate Star Wars costumes, covering everything from armor fabrication to membership approval.
Breaking into Voice Acting for Games and Animation
Friday July 25, 7:00pm – 8:00pm PDT | Grand 12 & 13, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Veteran voice actors Kaitlyn Robrock, Heather Gonzalez, Isaac Robinson-Smith, and Deneen Melody share how they got started and tips for breaking into the field.
Actors-Turned-Comic-Writers
Friday July 25, 12:30pm – 1:30pm PDT | Room 6DE
Actors Patton Oswalt, Aimee Garcia, A. J. Mendez, Hannah Rose May, and Utkarsh Ambudkar discuss their transition to writing comics. Moderated by Jordan Blum.
Lilo & Stitch: A Look Inside the Continuing Phenomenon
Friday July 25, 2025 3:15pm – 4:15pmPDT | Room 6BCF
The original animated hit Lilo & Stitch has become a global franchise, spawning a 65-episode TV series, three direct-to-home entertainment films, a 26-episode anime series in Japan, multiple video games, theme park attractions, comics, books, a certified Platinum soundtrack album—and now, a live-action film inspired by the original. Chris Sanders (creator, writer, and original voice of Stitch), Maia Kealoha (Lilo in the new film), Tia Carrere (original voice of Nani, now playing Mrs. Kekoa), and Sydney Agudong (Nani in the live-action film) revisit the franchise’s enduring legacy and offer a closer look at the new movie. Moderated by Entertainment Tonight’s Denny Directo, this panel will also feature some sneak peeks and bonus features. The film is available digitally now, and on 4K/Blu-ray on August 26.
Making a Living Being Creative
Friday July 25, 7:30pm – 8:30pm PDT | Room 29CD
Industry pros Steven Edwards, Lee Kohse, Jon Bailey, and Hunter Ditch discuss breaking into entertainment, networking, and sustaining a career. Moderated by Johnny Kolasinski.
Star Wars Trivia Party
Friday July 25, 9:00pm – 10:00pm PDT | Room 7AB
Hosted by Richard and Sarah Woloski and Leilani Shiu, this trivia event features rounds of Star Wars questions, charades, and prize giveaways in a fast-paced game-show style format.
Saturday, July 26
Focus on Doug Chiang
Saturday July 26, 10:30am – 11:30am PDT | Room 29CD
Lucasfilm’s Doug Chiang discusses his design work on Star Wars and previews his upcoming deluxe book set. Moderated by John Romulo.
Futurama
Saturday July 26, 11:00am – 11:45am PDT | Ballroom 20
Futurama returns to Hulu with 10 new episodes. Join Matt Groening, David X. Cohen, Claudia Katz, Ken Keeler, and the voice cast for an exclusive screening and panel.
Sneak Peek: Toys That Made Us New Episodes
Saturday July 26, 11:15am – 12:15pm PDT | Room 6A
Brian Volk-Weiss and the Nacelle team preview upcoming episodes of The Toys That Made Us, including one focused on Polly Pocket.
The Simpsons
Saturday July 26, 11:45am – 12:30pm PDT | Ballroom 20
Panel includes Matt Groening, Matt Selman, Mike Price, David Silverman, and others as they preview season 37 of The Simpsons with surprise guests and giveaways.
The Art of Marvel SNAP
Saturday July 26, 12:00pm – 1:00pm PDT | Room 7AB
Panelists including Jomaro Kindred, Jeremy Cranford, Thomas Brillante, Adi Granov, and Brett Bean provide a behind-the-scenes look at the card design process for Marvel SNAP.
ABC’s Abbott Elementary
Saturday July 26, 2025 11:15am – 12:15pmPDT | Indigo Ballroom , Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Check out a screening of a fan-favorite episode from season 4 of Abbott Elementary. Following, creator and star Quinta Brunson, stars Tyler James Williams, Janelle James, Chris Perfetti, Lisa Ann Walter, William Stanford Davis, and Sheryl Lee Ralph, alongside executive producers Patrick Schumacker, Randall Einhorn, and Brian Rubenstein will get fans ready for the season 5 premiere with a behind-the-scenes conversation about what makes the award-winning comedy an A+ hit.
ABC’s The Rookie
Saturday July 26, 2025 12:30pm – 1:30pmPDT | Indigo Ballroom , Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Executive producer and star Nathan Fillion alongside creator and executive producer Alexi Hawley give the audience a behind-the-scenes look at fan-favorite moments and teases new story arcs for the upcoming season. Plus, check out a special sneak preview from the season 8 premiere of The Rookie!
Women in Concept Art
Saturday July 26, 2:00pm – 3:00pm PDT | Room 9
Panelists Naomi Baker, Cynthia Halley, Allie Irwin, and Justina Son discuss their experiences and insights as women working in concept art. Moderated by Jen Hancock.
Drawing Techniques for Creative Expression
Saturday July 26, 3:00pm – 4:00pm PDT | Room 3
Eliza Ivanova shares her process for transforming everyday references into compelling illustrations. Materials provided on site.
Worlds That Wow Young Audiences
Saturday July 26, 7:30pm – 8:30pm PDT | Room 29CD
Panelists Chris Ayers, Mel Milton, Delilah Dawson, Becca Lee Gardner, and Ronald Coleman explore creating compelling content for young audiences. Moderated by Jonathan Bacon-Liu.
Sunday, July 27
Explore Disney Amphibia with Matt Braly
Sunday July 27, 10:30am – 11:30am PDT | Room 6A
Series creator Matt Braly discusses Amphibia and previews the new graphic novel continuation, Strange Voyages. Moderated by Kae Winters.
From Sketch to Spectacle: The Role of Concept Art in Themed Entertainment
Sunday July 27, 11:00am – 12:00pm PDT | Omni San Diego Hotel, Omni Grand Ballroom DE, 4th Floor
Moderated by Michael Libby, panelists including Hyunjee Clara Ryu, Julia Hui, Brian Crosby, Ramsey Avery, Sara Beil, Diana O’Rourke, and Sydney Holt explore the collaborative process of themed entertainment design.
Sneak Peek: Lucas Museum of Narrative Art
Sunday July 27, 2025 11:00am – 12:00pmPDT | Hall H
Legendary filmmaker George Lucas, Academy Award-winning director Guillermo del Toro, and Academy Award-winning artist Doug Chiang explore the power of illustrated storytelling and offer a sneak peek of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, moderated by Grammy, Emmy, Academy Award-nominated, and Golden Globe Award-winning artist, Queen Latifah.
Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge: What’s New on Batuu?
Sunday July 27, 12:00pm – 1:00pm PDT | Grand 12 & 13, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Panel discusses updates at Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland and Walt Disney World, including new characters, experiences, and fan-driven events.
Greg Weisman and his Spectacular Friends
Sunday July 27, 12:30pm – 1:30pm PDT | Room 6DE
Greg Weisman is joined by Josh Keaton, Sean “Cheeks” Galloway, Michael Vogel, and others to discuss his work on Gargoyles, The Spectacular Spider-Man, and Young Justice.
Andreas Deja: 30 Years of Disney Villains
Sunday July 27, 2025 1:00pm – 2:00pmPDT | Room 6BCF
Disney Legend Andreas Deja‘s 30-year career ranges from his work on the groundbreaking animated/live-action hybrid Who Framed Roger Rabbit? to becoming one of Disney’s go-to lead animators, creating some of the most memorable and awe-inspiring Disney villains like Jafar (Aladdin), Scar (The Lion King), and Gaston (Beauty and the Beast). He will cover most major aspects of the animation process, including hand-drawn/2D character development, and show development art, pencil tests, and finished animation, highlighting many of the most acclaimed characters in the second golden age of Disney animated classic films. Joining Deja will be legendary voice actors Jim Cummings (Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Darkwing Duck, Hondo Ohnaka), Chris Sanders (Lilo & Stitch, The Wild Robot), and other top names from the world of animation. Deja’s latest creation—the 2D animated short Mushka, which screened at Comic-Con in 2023—is scheduled for release on major VOD platforms in Fall 2025.
The Official Disneybound Panel: Bringing Bounding to all Fandoms
Sunday July 27, 2025 3:30pm – 4:30pmPDT | Room 5AB
Leslie Kay (creator of the viral The Disneybound Blog and author of Disney Publishing’s DisneyBound: Dress Disney and Make It Fashion) hosts a panel of (Disney) bounding pros, including Tiffany Sutton, Logan Allison, David Vaughn, and Erika Kurzawa, as they share their expertise in conceptualizing, building, and styling and how to apply that knowledge and creativity to fandoms from across other universes, mediums, and more! Moderated by Kelsey Walmer.
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