Less than a month away from San Diego Comic-Con, major companies are starting to roll out their plans for peak pop culture. A number of studios, from Netflix to Universal, have decided to forgo their regular convention appearances, or at least scale down their presence, but DC’s plans have confirmed that the company is in full swing at this year’s event. DC Booth #4645 is undergoing a makeover in the 2023 convention showroom and will feature a range of exclusive merchandise, panels, displays and screenings from July 19th to 23rd.
As always, DC has enlisted a host of superstars from the world of comics and around the world to appear on panels and autographs for fans. Chief among them is the newly appointed president of DC Comics, publisher and chief creative officer. Jim Lee along with the legendary award-winning comic book artist, co-founder and CEO of MacFarlane Toys Todd McFarlane. In terms of panels, DC has brought together quite a few talented artists, including Joshua Williamson, Josh Trujillo, Tom King, Tom Taylor, Mitch Gerads, Nicola Scott, Tiny Howard, Ram Vee, Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Nicole MainesAnd Sina Grace to discuss the future of many of the comics and characters currently in development across many DC projects.
Those in attendance will also be able to attend the world premiere of the new DC animated film. Justice League: World War. Starring jensen, Stana KaticAnd Darren Criss like Batman, Wonder Woman, and Superman respectively, in the film, the three heroes team up to form an unbreakable resistance after being swept away into the brutal world of war. Together they face the most difficult task of liberating an entire planet known for its endless gladiator fights. Wednesday, July 19 at Ballroom 20 last episode Teen Titans Go! will also be shown early on thanks to Warner Bros. Television along with the first episode of the original three-part documentary series Max. Heavy Duty: A DC Story which will begin streaming on July 20.
DC comes to SDCC with exclusive merchandise
Of course, the DC booth will feature exclusive comic book releases and other merchandise that can only be found at SDCC. Pending blue beetle Coming to theaters later this year, the DC Shop will offer a limited edition of three Jamie Reyes-inspired shirts. In addition, a limited numberDC Dawn”. enamel pin, zip-up t-shirt and hoodie, art print t-shirts Bill Sienkiewicz, Jill Thompson, Eric Tan, And ghost town creative will be available with 9Forty DC caps, a Gotham City Classics Batmobile Collector Pin Set featuring 1966, 1989, 1992, and 1995 Batmobiles, a Mystery Pin exclusive to SDCC, and other pins to be revealed at a later date. Comic book fans will have no shortage of releases and graphic novels, including SDCC-exclusive hardcover books. Nightwing Vol. 1: Leap into the light, Poison Ivy Vol. 1: Beneficial cycle, And Grant Morrison’s Batman Omnibus Vol. 1a limited number of products of persecution, including Sandman Helmet Masterpiece Editionlimited edition prints WITHSuperman “Big Blue” EditionSilver screen editions Batman #655, Booster Gold #1, Authority #1 And Supergirl, Woman of Tomorrow #1and facsimile cover with blank thumbnail Batman #655.
McFarlane Toys is expected to have quite a few surprises at the convention as they partner with DC once again. Pre-orders for a wide selection of superhero action figures and toys from DC Multiverse and DC Direct will be available at the DC booth, although fans will have to wait until the toy company reveals more about its SDCC plans. Finally, playing card company Cartamundi will introduce Hro hybrid DC collectible cards featuring iconic characters from the company’s history. A QR code will also be available on each card to unlock its digital twin on the Hro website. More detailed information about the collection is stored next to the vest until July 12th.
See the full future of DC at SDCC from July 19-23. Check out the full DC convention schedule below.
Thursday, July 20:
10:30-11:30. Creating the DC Universe on WEBTOON - Marie Javins (Editor-in-Chief DC) David Lee (VP of content for WEBTOON), CRC Payne (Batman: Wayne Family Adventures), Manu Azumi (Fox: New York), Patrick Young (Little Red Riding Hood) and moderator Rosie Knight (Den of geeks) are discussing adding classic DC Super Heroes to WEBTOON. Room 4
11:00-12:30. Max Original Animation presents - Join Max Original Animation to celebrate new and returning animated series, including the Adventure Time universe expansion, ADVENTURE TIME: FIONA AND CAKE; a new animated series YOUNG LOVE based on characters from Sony Pictures Animation’s Oscar-winning short “Hair Love” by Matthew A. Cherry; and a preview of the upcoming fourth season of the fan-favorite HARLEY QUINN. The panel will feature exclusive sneak peeks, surprises for guests, and more you won’t want to miss! Panel will be moderated Damian Holbrook (TV guide magazine). Ballroom 20
23:30-12:30. Between two volumes - DC Tom King (amazing woman) And Tom Taylor(Titans) kick off San Diego Comic-Con together, discussing comics and more. Among the famous guests between the Toms this year will be Nicola Scott (Titans) And Mitch Gerads (Batman: The Brave and the Bold). Room 6DE
12:45-13:45. Gotham City - Whether in the past, present or future, Gotham City has been the backdrop for some of the greatest stories in DC history featuring Batman, his allies and enemies. Join the DC Storytellers Tom King, Tiny Howard, Colleen Kelly, Jackson Lanzing, Ram B, Belen Ortega, and one or two surprise guests to find out what’s next for The Dark Knight and the other superheroes and supervillains that make Gotham City the place to be in the DCU! Room 6DE
Friday, July 21:
12:30-13:30. D.C. Dawn - With epic new storylines, over 20 exciting new games, creative teams of superstars and villains that push superheroes beyond their limits in daring adventures, Dawn of DC has been in full swing all year. Hear directly from some of the superstar writers and artists behind your favorite stories, including Ram W. (Detective comics), Joshua Williamson (Batman and Robin), Nicola Scott (Titans), Tom King (amazing woman), Joanne Starer (Fire and Ice), Josh Trujilo (blue beetle) AndTom Taylor (Titans). Room 6DE
13:45–14:45. DC Dawn: Chivalrous Horrors - This is not just a dream! The next chapter of Dawn of DC is here, and the architect of Knight Terrors Joshua Williamson (Knight Horrors) with special guests Jeremy Adams (Dread Knights: Green Lantern) Dennis Culver(Knight Horrors: Zatanna) and more about what haunts DC superheroes and supervillains in their dreams. Room 6DE.
18:00-19:00. Jim Lee and friends - Jim Lee (D.C. President, Publisher and Chief Creative Officer) is ready to bring a few of his friends for a discussion and show that everyone will be talking about him long after Con is over! You won’t want to miss it. Room 6A
9:00-23:00. Justice League: World War - Be one of the first fans to see the new feature film from Warner Bros. Animation.Justice League: World War” at this world premiere show. In this R-rated film, DC’s Batman, Wonder Woman and Superman find themselves in mysterious lands and precarious circumstances with no memory of how they got there and only vague memories of themselves. In addition to the world premiere, there will be a panel discussion. “Justice League: World of War” will be available in digital format, 4K Ultra HDtm, and Blu-rayTM July 25, 2023 Ballroom 20
Saturday, July 22:
12:30-13:30. Metropolis World - Superman isn’t the only force to be reckoned with in Metropolis. The best comic book writers and artists working on stories in the City of Tomorrow, including Joshua Williamson (Superman), Sina Grace (Superman: Harvest of Youth), Philip Kennedy Johnson (Action comics) and a few more surprise guests, providing exclusive insight into what fans can expect from some of the most dynamic comics ever. Room 6DE
Sunday, July 23:
23:15-12:15. DC Books for Young Readers - DC is showcasing some of the creators of the publisher’s popular middle and teen graphic novels, with exciting title announcements coming soon! Star writers and artists will discuss their projects, including Nicole Maines (Bad Dream: A Dreamer’s Story), Sina Grace(Superman: Harvest of Youth), Penelope and Jerry Gaylord (Diana and the Hero’s Journey Clark and Lex), Geoffrey Brown (Batman and Robin and Howard), And Jim Benton (Fan Club: Batman Squad), with an unexpected guest. Room 6DE
Source: Collider
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