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Times
3 days ago
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- Times
Brisbane to Bond? Hollywood star Jacob Elordi on his new TV drama
Since breaking through in 2023 with a transatlantic double whammy — a gilded English toff in Saltburn and a predatory Elvis Presley in Priscilla — Jacob Elordi has roared towards the top of the film star leaderboard with cheekbones set to stun. The 28-year-old Australian made his name as the bad-boy love interest in three Kissing Booth rom-coms and played an even badder boy in the teen series Euphoria. He blends light and dark with the deftness of a young Cary Grant. And he's 6ft 5in. 'You learn quickly that what people take away from those movies is your stature and your figure,' he said in 2021 of the Kissing Booth series. Them's the breaks, Jacob. He grew up in Brisbane, the son of a house painter, who gave him his Basque surname, and a stay-at-home mum and used that stature to useful effect as a rugby player before a back injury forced him to look elsewhere. The Wallabies' loss is Hollywood's gain. Elordi, who lives in Los Angeles and is in a relationship with Olivia Jade Giannulli, an American YouTuber, is about to take another step up, playing the monster in Guillermo del Toro's forthcoming Frankenstein and Heathcliffe in an adaptation of Wuthering Heights by his Saltburn director Emerald Fennell. After we speak, Denis Villeneuve, the Canadian who made the Dune films, is confirmed as the director of the next Bond film and Elordi is regularly mentioned as a possible 007. Before that comes a different test, playing an emaciated prisoner of war in The Narrow Road to the Deep North, a sumptuous and intelligent new Australian miniseries, an adaptation of Richard Flanagan's Booker-winning novel. Directed by Justin Kurzel and written by Shaun Grant, the duo behind films including True History of the Kelly Gang, the five-parter stars Elordi as Dorrigo Evans, a Tasmanian army surgeon in the Second World War. Arrogant, distant, sexually magnetic and fond of quoting the Roman poet Catullus, Dorrigo is not a bland protagonist. 'He's deeply layered and human and flawed,' Elordi says, speaking in Melbourne alongside Kurzel. 'As an actor they're the things you want to sink your teeth into.' Elordi's performance had 'a beautiful dignity and poise,' Kurzel says, praising his ability to 'stay very present within scenes'. They caught him just before he went supernova. 'I don't mind being quoted as saying it was my idea,' says Grant, speaking a few weeks later. He first saw Elordi alongside Zendaya in Euphoria. 'I said to Justin, 'I reckon this boy is going to blow up.' I knew that one: he was good and two: he looked amazing on screen. I'm so glad that he's having this meteoric rise because he deserves it.' Can Grant see him as Bond? 'Was it Saltburn, where he rocks around in a tux? He looks all right in them. Jacob's very talented — he could do it in a heartbeat and the accent's not an issue.' What could be an issue, for Grant at least, is his nationality. 'I know we had George Lazenby but I am of the belief that Bond should be British. In the same way that when Tom Hardy was Mad Max, I felt he should have been Australian.' Many don't have a clue where Elordi is from, though. He is known for two things: height and handsomeness; what he is not known for is being Australian. 'One of the producers said, 'Can he do an Aussie accent?' And I was like, 'I sure hope so — he grew up in Queensland,'' Grant says. So what was it like to talk in his normal voice? 'Mate, it was so nice but it was also really frightening because I thought I sounded like a fool,' Elordi says. 'Without this veneer of an accent to hide behind you are very much yourself. But once I got through that I didn't realise it could be so simple, that you could just think something and say it without having to put a sound on it. It was quite freeing.' The Narrow Road to the Deep North moves around in time with dreamlike fluidity, from Dorrigo's intense affair with his uncle's young wife, Amy (Odessa Young), to his regiment being captured by the Japanese and forced to work building the Burma Railway. Also known as the Death Railway, it will be familiar as the setting for Bridge on the River Kwai. About a third of the workers on the project died, including about 90,000 slave labourers from southeast Asia and 12,000 Allied prisoners of war. The wartime scenes are cut with ones set in the Eighties, with Dorrigo now a distinguished but still philandering civilian surgeon, played by a growling Ciarán Hinds. The shoot broke off halfway through to allow Elordi and his co-stars to lose weight for the PoW scenes, which are set in Thailand and Burma but were shot in a rainforest outside Sydney. Shedding pounds must have been tricky for the already svelte Elordi. 'I was pretty conscious of it in the year leading up to it,' he says. 'We had a six-week period where all the boys got together and we had a great trainer and nutrition team and we all cut it down as close as we could go.' How much was he eating? 'Bits and bobs. Not much.' Experts taught them about tactics and weapons and Elordi spoke to 'a wonderful army surgeon' who helped him to understand 'the effect the job has on you and the technical aspects of performing surgeries in these high-stress situations.' The PoWs include an amateur artist called Rabbit and a well-endowed chap nicknamed Tiny — their relentless mickey-taking and am-dram production of Romeo and Juliet ('Kiss me, you fool!') contrast with the barbarity of the Japanese captors. One man is drowned in excrement, another decapitated with a samurai sword. Shooting the PoW scenes after the rest of the series was 'like filming two movies back to back', Grant says. 'You're highly stressed. The boys are hungry and tired and wet and in the middle of nowhere and Justin is pushing them to the edge. He does it on all of his projects — it's that striving for truth, to get an actor out of their own mind and their own skin. If that means countless takes, we'll do countless takes, although he's no David Fincher [the demanding director whom Grant worked with on the Mindhunter series]. Even if we're in pouring rain in the middle of nowhere, comfort is not a concern.' The effort was worth it — those scenes hit hard. 'People say, 'It's so hard to watch,'' Grant says. 'I'm like, 'It would have been a hell of a lot harder to live.'' • 10 best Australian shows to watch right now — ranked by our critic He and Kurzel saw the series as a study of three kinds of love: the fraternal love between the men, the dutiful love Dorrigo has for Ella, his wife of many years, and the romantic love he shares with Amy. 'Her body was a poem beyond memorising,' Flanagan writes in the novel of Amy, played by Young, the excellent Australian actress from Mothering Sunday. 'It was a unique love story: this summer of love that happens for six weeks and how that relationship grows even stronger while he's in the camp,' Kurzel says. 'Amy has this sort of ghost relationship with him. I found that deeply moving — the memory of this woman allows him to imagine surviving.' There are some memorable sex scenes between Elordi and Young. 'It was so playful and unguarded,' Kurzel says. 'There was an energy between them that the camera instantly got swept up in. You have to be a bit fearless in love stories, allow yourself to feel foolish at times.' 'It's not so difficult when you're working with someone like Odessa,' Elordi says. 'We want the same thing, which is to get lost in the story. You just enter a state of play.' • The 10 best Second World War TV dramas to watch next Flanagan's novel is precious to Kurzel, who is good friends with the author — they both grew up in Tasmania and still live there. 'I remember being in London in 2014 when Richard won the Booker prize and we had a fantastic night together celebrating,' Kurzel says. It was Flanagan who suggested that he adapt the book into a miniseries. Kurzel and Grant have common ground too. 'We both come from working-class backgrounds and have tough fathers,' Grant says. They have made three films together: Nitram, a psychological drama; Snowtown, based on a series of real-life murders in Adelaide; and True History of the Kelly Gang, about the outlaw Ned Kelly. 'We called them 'the wrath trilogy' because they were essentially about men or boys burning the world down,' Grant says. This project is equally cinematic but less angry, at least in parts. Again it's about masculinity, which as Grant says, 'isn't getting a lot of great press, but there's a bond between men in certain times — no more than war — when you see the best in one another'. Even though he and Flanagan are mates, Kurzel has said that he was 'incredibly intimidated' by the idea of adapting a Booker winner. He and Grant had done it before, though: True History of the Kelly Gang was based on Peter Carey's novel, another Booker winner. Grant has adapted books by less successful writers and thinks that 'it's the ones that don't have the runs on the board that are precious rather than the Peter Careys and Richard Flanagans of the world'. It's an important story to tell on screen. 'The contribution of the Australian soldiers, especially in World War Two, is incredibly undervalued,' Kurzel says. He cites Peter Weir's Gallipoli, about the First World War campaign, as a formative influence, but there aren't many internationally successful films beyond that. Which is sad, Kurzel says, because 'we really revere our returned soldiers'. He, Flanagan and Grant all have family connections to the war. Flanagan based his book partly on the experiences of his father, who helped to build the Burma Railway, which was intended to transfer supplies from Thailand before an invasion of India. • Read more TV reviews, guides about what to watch and interviews Grant's grandfather was also on 'the Line', as they referred to those who worked on the railway. 'Richard's father spoke to him about what went on, which allowed Richard to write what he wrote,' Grant says. 'My grandfather was very insular. The closest thing we got was when he walked in on me watching Bridge on the River Kwai and said, 'We didn't whistle.' He was held for two years and it changed him for ever — he was in and out of hospitals and mental institutions. He was not an easy man to love, but my grandmother stood by him.' Kurzel's grandfather was a 'Rat of Tobruk', one of the Australian soldiers who held the Libyan port through a German siege in 1941. He too 'was very quiet and distant about those experiences and it impacted his relationships with his children and his wife', Kurzel says. We need to consider the trauma suffered by these men before we condemn their later behaviour, Grant says. Flanagan's book 'speaks so well to what makes an individual. We can't just judge them [purely] on their actions. What led to that?' The Narrow Road to the Deep North was shown in Australia in April and the response from critics and viewers has taken him aback. 'It's been phenomenal — we've had children and grandchildren of veterans speak about their gratitude.' Kurzel admits that his 19-year-old twin daughters 'aren't so connected' to their family history, 'but it's important to me that they remember'. The presence of Elordi may help on that front. The Narrow Road to the Deep North starts on BBC1, Jul 20, with all episodes on iPlayer Love TV? 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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
George Lucas, father of 'Star Wars,' to head panel at San Diego Comic-Con
George Lucas, the mastermind behind "Star Wars" and "Indiana Jones" will make his first ever San Diego Comic-Con appearance this summer. Lucas will sit on a panel alongside director Guillermo del Toro and artist Doug Chiang at San Diego Comic-Con on Sunday, July 27. The trio will discuss illustrated storytelling and offer a sneak peek of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, according to the San Diego Comic-Con website. The panel will be moderated by musician and actress Queen Latifah. David Glanzer, San Diego Comic-Con chief communications and strategy officer, said the convention is thrilled to host Lucas this month. "Nearly five decades ago, 'Star Wars' made one of its earliest public appearances at our convention, along with a booth featuring Howard Chaykin's now legendary 'Star Wars' poster as a promotional item," Glanzer said in a news release. "Now, to have Mr. Lucas return – this time to debut the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art – is a true full-circle moment. His lifelong dedication to visual storytelling and world-building resonates deeply with us and our community, and the museum's mission to celebrate narrative art in all its forms perfectly reflects what Comic-Con has championed from the very beginning." "Star Wars" made its San Diego Comic-Con debut in 1976, when comic book artists Roy Thomas and Howard Chaykin sports shaggy hair and bell bottoms, told a less-than-packed crowd about the new movie. The panel was the second to last event of the entire convention. Roy Thomas and Howard Chakin tell a less than packed audience about a film called Star Wars at @Comic_Con in 1976. #ThrowbackThursday #SDCC — Star Wars (@starwars) July 20, 2017 When will George Lucas be at San Diego Comic-Con? The filmmaker will appear on the "Sneak Peek: Lucas Museum of Narrative Art" panel between 11 a.m. and noon PT on Sunday, July 27. Who can attend George Lucas' panel at San Diego Comic-Con? San Diego Comic-Con badge-holders may attend any panel at the convention. Badges for this year's convention are sold out. Will fans be able to meet George Lucas at San Diego Comic-Con? San Diego Comic-Con, unlike other comic conventions, does not host meet-and-greet experiences. The convention does not have any scheduled events for Lucas to meet one-on-one with attendees. Can you watch George Lucas' panel at home? San Diego Comic-Con does not livestream its panels, but audience members may share photos and videos during and after the panel. Fans hope for something bigger The San Diego Comic-Con website states that the panel will discuss illustrative storytelling and the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, but "Star Wars" superfans are hoping Lucas' appearance may be part of a bigger announcement. "He's gotta be dropping some huge news! Surely," one TikTok user commented on Dino Joe Reviews' video outlining the panel. "Apparently he's there to talk about his museum that's open, which is super cool, but there's gotta be more than that, right? Maybe we're finally getting our Midi-chlorian movie," TikTok user I Am Jessica says with a laugh in a video. In "Star Wars," midi-chlorians are microscopic lifeforms that reside in the cells of all living life forms, according to "Star Wars" blog Wookieepedia. The Force speaks through midi-chlorians and those with more midi-chlorians are able to better tap into The Force. Anakin Skywalker possessed the highest known count of midi-chlorians, even surpassing Yoda. "Imagine being in the same room as this guy as he discusses about the future of 'Star Wars.' Oh my gosh, that's like a once in a lifetime thing, I think," TikTok user Fry4guy said in a video. What is the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art? Expected to open in 2026, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art was co-founded by Lucas and his wife Mellody Hobson. The 300,000-square-foot, spaceship-like museum will sit on 11 acres in Los Angeles's Exposition Park. The five-story museum, designed by Ma Yansong, will feature galleries, two movie theaters and spaces for educational programming, retail, dining and events. Ground was broken on the museum in March 2018. Greta Cross is a national trending reporter at USA TODAY. Story idea? Email her at gcross@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: George Lucas to sit on first ever panel at San Diego Comic-Con
France 24
4 days ago
- Business
- France 24
Netflix profits surge off ads, higher subscription prices
Revenue climbed 16 percent to $11.1 billion in the quarter ended June 30, beating analyst estimates and the company's own guidance, while net profit surged to $3.1 billion. The company raised its full-year revenue forecast, noting that it expects revenue to be between $44.8 billion and $45.2 billion in 2025, up from a range of $43.5 billion to $44.5 billion. Netflix highlighted strong performance from its content offers in the quarter, with major hits including the third season of "Squid Game," which drew 122 million views. It "has already become our sixth biggest season of any series in our history, with just a few weeks of viewing so far," the company said in a statement. Other standout titles included the third season of "Ginny & Georgia" with 53 million views and "Sirens" with 56 million views. There was also the animated film "KPop Demon Hunters" with 80 million views, which became "one of our biggest animated films ever" and generated a soundtrack that topped music charts globally. "Korean content continues to be popular with our audience," the company said, pointing to the continued success of international programming that has become a hallmark of Netflix's global strategy. Netflix expressed optimism about the second half of 2025, highlighting an upcoming slate that includes the highly anticipated second season of "Wednesday," the final season of "Stranger Things" and new films from major directors including Kathryn Bigelow and Guillermo del Toro. The company has also announced plans to expand live programming with marquee boxing matches and NFL games, as it continues to diversify its content offerings beyond traditional on-demand entertainment. Netflix shares have surged more than 40 percent year-to-date as investors have responded positively to the company's shift toward profitability, which saw it crack down on password sharing and turn to ads for more revenue. The company counted over 300 million subscribers last December, at the end of a particularly successful holiday season, when it gained almost 19 million new subscriptions. But the company no longer discloses these figures, in order to focus on audience "engagement" metrics (time spent watching content). In the quarter, Netflix continued to build out its advertising capabilities, saying that it expects to roughly double ads revenue in 2025, though it did not provide specific figures. The service is forecasting $9 billion in revenues from its ad-based subscriptions by 2030. "With another robust earnings showing in Q2, Netflix continues a winning streak going back several quarters and cements its place as the leader among streaming services," said Emarketer analyst Paul Verna.
France 24
4 days ago
- Business
- France 24
Netflix profits surge 45% off higher subscription prices
Revenue climbed 16 percent to $11.1 billion in the quarter ended June 30, beating analyst estimates and the company's own guidance, while net profit surged to $3.1 billion. Netflix highlighted strong performance from its content offers in the quarter, with major hits including the third season of "Squid Game," which drew 122 million views. It "has already become our sixth biggest season of any series in our history, with just a few weeks of viewing so far," the company said in a statement. Other standout titles included the third season of "Ginny & Georgia" with 53 million views and "Sirens" with 56 million views. There was also the animated film "KPop Demon Hunters" with 80 million views, which became "one of our biggest animated films ever" and generated a soundtrack that topped music charts globally. "Korean content continues to be popular with our audience," the company said, pointing to the continued success of international programming that has become a hallmark of Netflix's global strategy. Netflix expressed optimism about the second half of 2025, highlighting an upcoming slate that includes the highly anticipated second season of "Wednesday," the final season of "Stranger Things" and new films from major directors including Kathryn Bigelow and Guillermo del Toro. The company has also announced plans to expand live programming with marquee boxing matches and NFL games, as it continues to diversify its content offerings beyond traditional on-demand entertainment. Netflix shares have surged approximately 40 percent year-to-date as investors have responded positively to the company's shift toward profitability. The company counted over 300 million subscribers last December, at the end of a particularly successful holiday season, when it had just gained almost 19 million new subscriptions. But the company no longer discloses these figures, in order to focus on audience "engagement" metrics (time spent watching content). In the quarter, Netflix continued to build out its advertising capabilities, saying that it expects to roughly double ads revenue in 2025, though it did not provide specific figures. The service is forecasting $9 billion in revenues from its ad-based subscriptions by 2030.
Geek Tyrant
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Comic-Con 2025 Schedule Highlights: Comic-Con 2025 Schedule Highlights: Breakdown of Movie and TV Panels — GeekTyrant
San Diego Comic-Con has dropped its 2025 schedule, and while Marvel and DC are sitting this year out in terms of major panels, there's no shortage of reasons for fans to flock to Hall H. The convention runs July 24–27, and the lineup includes everything from long-awaited franchise updates to first looks at ambitious new projects. But the biggest headline? George Lucas is finally coming to Comic-Con. For the first time in the event's history, the creator of Star Wars will step onto the Comic-Con stage. Lucas will give fans a preview of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, which is set to open in Los Angeles in 2026. Joining him in Hall H will be Oscar-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro, acclaimed visual designer Doug Chiang, and moderator Queen Latifah. 'We are beyond thrilled to welcome George Lucas to Comic-Con for the very first time,' said Comic-Con's chief of communications and strategy David Glanzer in a statement. 'Nearly five decades ago, 'Star Wars' made one of its earliest public appearances at our convention, along with a booth featuring Howard Chaykin's now legendary 'Star Wars' poster as a promotional item. 'Now, to have Mr. Lucas return — this time to debut the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art — is a true full-circle moment. His lifelong dedication to visual storytelling and world-building resonates deeply with us and our community, and the museum's mission to celebrate narrative art in all its forms perfectly reflects what Comic-Con has championed from the very beginning.' That single panel alone makes this a historic year, but it's far from the only major draw. On the film side, Hall H will host first looks at some highly anticipated projects, including: Tron: Ares Project Hail Mary Predator: Badlands Five Nights at Freddy's 2 Stephen King's The Long Walk The wild reimagining of The Toxic Avenger And the long-shelved Coyote vs. Acme, now saved and released by Ketchup Entertainment. For TV fans, Comic-Con will spotlight new and returning series. Two major highlights are FX's new Alien series, Alien: Earth , and the long-awaited Star Trek: Starfleet Academy . There's also plenty more, including the animated King of the Hill revival, new seasons of Peacemaker , Star Trek: Strange New Worlds , Anne Rice's Interview With the Vampire , Abbott Elementary , The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon , Resident Alien , and Twisted Metal . This year may be 'quieter' without Marvel and DC dominating the stage, but the schedule proves there's plenty to get excited about. A full breakdown of events, times, and panel descriptions will follow from SDCC organizers, but one thing's for sure: George Lucas headlining Hall H will make 2025 a Comic-Con to remember. THURSDAY, JULY 24 11:00am – 12:00pm — 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' — 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, this is one Percy fans will not want to miss. (Hall H) 11:15am – 12:15pm — Critical Role on Prime Video: 'The Mighty Nein' and 'The Legend of Vox Machina' Cast — Executive producers and cast members Laura Bailey, Matthew Mercer, Marisha Ray, Liam O'Brien, Ashley Johnson, Taliesin Jaffe, Sam Riegel, and Travis Willingham give an inside look at Critical Role's expanding universe on Prime Video. Get ready for exclusive breaking news from the upcoming highly anticipated animated series 'The Mighty Nein,' based on the widely popular campaign. Plus, don't miss the latest updates regarding 'The Legend of Vox Machina''s season 4 and what's coming next for the acclaimed series. (Indigo Ballroom) 12:15 – 1:15pm — Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias & Jo Koy Panel — Comedy legends Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias and Jo Koy takeover Hall H with a Q&A like never before! Attendees will receive an exclusive Fluffy & Koy SDCC Hall H giveaway! (Hall H) 1:00 – 2:00pm — Robert Kirkman — The biggest Robert Kirkman panel in Robert Kirkman history! Want to learn more about everything 'Invincible' (including the new fighting game 'Invincible VS' and 'Battle Beast' comic series) and 'The Walking Dead'? Excited about his plans for 'Transformers' and 'Void Rivals' via Skybound and Hasbro's Energon Universe? Then don't miss this panel, which includes world premiere announcements and exclusive giveaway surprises—yes, plural—for every attendee! (Room 6BCF) 1:45 – 2:45pm — Critical Role: 10 Years and Still Rolling — The founders and cast members of Critical Role Ashley Johnson ('The Last of Us'), Marisha Ray ('Fallout 76'), Taliesin Jaffe ('World of Warcraft'), Matthew Mercer ('Baldur's Gate 3'), Laura Bailey ('The Last of Us: Part II'), Travis Willingham ('Marvel Rivals'), Sam Riegel ('Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles'), and Liam O'Brien ('Marvel Rivals') take a reflective walk down memory lane and look back at the last 10 incredible years of adventure. Moderated by Whitney Moore. (Ballroom 20) 1:45 – 2:45pm — Hallmark Hallstars — Step into the heartwarming world of Hallmark Media with Chyler Leigh ('Supergirl'), B.J. Britt ('Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.'), Holland Roden ('Teen Wolf'), Luke Macfarlane ('Platonic'), Erin Cahill ('Power Rangers: Time Force'), Tyler Hynes ('Three Wise Men and a Baby'), Heather Hemmens ('Roswell, New Mexico'), and Will Kemp ('Reign')! This panel brings together beloved Hallmark stars for a celebration of feel-good fandom. From Countdown to Christmas classics to the latest and newest Hallmark series, fans will get exclusive behind-the-scenes stories, sneak peeks of upcoming projects, and celebrate the joy these films bring to audiences around the world. (Indigo Ballroom) 2:45 – 4:00pm — Collider's Directors on Directing — Rob Reiner (director of 'This Is Spinal Tap,' 'Stand by Me,' 'The Princess Bride,' 'Misery,' 'When Harry Met Sally,' and the upcoming 'Spinal Tap II') and Paul Feig (director of 'Bridesmaids,' 'A Simple Favor,' 'Jackpot!,' 'The Housemaid,' and creator of 'Freaks and Geeks') take part in a wide-ranging and in-depth discussion about the magic of directing and projects past, present, and future. Expect exclusive new footage and some surprises. (Hall H) 3:00 – 4:00pm — 'NCIS: Tony & Ziva' — Fan-favorite characters Tony and Ziva are back in 'NCIS: Tony & Ziva,' the newest installment of the NCIS franchise coming to Paramount+ this September! The series fans have waited a decade for, finds Ziva and Tony reunited with their daughter Tali in Paris, only to be forced to go on the run across Europe after Tony's security company is attacked. Join series stars and executive producers Cote de Pablo, Michael Weatherly and showrunner John McNamara for an action-packed exclusive look at the series and panel discussion moderated by NCIS' Brian Dietzen. (Indigo Ballroom) 3:00 – 4:00pm — 'Twisted Metal' Season 2 — Executive producers Michael Jonathan Smith, Asad Qizilbash (PlayStation Productions), EP/star Anthony Mackie, and cast Stephanie Beatriz, Joe Seanoa, and Anthony Carrigan offer an exclusive sneak peek at season 2 of Peacock's high-octane action comedy 'Twisted Metal,' which follows John Doe and Quiet as they enter the deadly Twisted Metal tournament, a sinister demolition derby hosted by a mysterious man known as Calypso. (Ballroom 20) 4:15 – 5:15pm — Blumhouse's 'Five Nights at Freddy's 2' — Anyone can survive five nights. Can you handle more? The filmmakers and stars of Blumhouse's 'Five Nights at Freddy's 2' invite you behind the curtain of the terrifying new chapter from the highest-grossing horror film of 2023. (Hall H) 4:15 – 5:15pm — 'The Strangers, Chapter 2' — Step back into the terrifying world of The Strangers with stars Madelaine Petsch ('Riverdale') and Gabriel Basso ('The Night Agent'), director Renny Harlin ('Die Hard 2,' 'Exorcist: The Beginning'), and producer Courtney Solomon ('After'). Be the first to get a deeper look at the chilling sequel—and a taste of what's to come in Chapter 3. (Ballroom 20) 5:30 – 6:30pm — Penn & Teller: 50 Years of Magic — Penn Jillette ('P&T: Bullshit,' 'P&T Fool Us!') and Teller ('P&T Fool Us!,' 'The Big Bang Theory') discuss their 50 years of partnership with a moderated discussion, audience Q&A, video clips, and even a little magic! (Indigo Ballroom) 5:30 – 6:30pm — 'Red Sonja' — The She-Devil with a Sword is back! The filmmakers and stars behind the upcoming 'Red Sonja' feature film offer a first look at the long-awaited big-screen return of fantasy's fiercest heroine. Stars Matilda Lutz and Robert Sheehan, alongside producers Mark Canton and Luke Lieberman and publisher Nick Barrucci, discuss bringing this legendary warrior to a new generation. Moderated by Felicia Day. Footage, surprises, and a few giveaways await fans of the swords, blood, fire, and ale of mythic Hyrkania! (Ballroom 20) 5:30 – 6:30pm — 'The Toxic Avenger': Unrated and Radioactive — Get ready for mayhem, mutants, and mop justice! Be among the first to dive into the wild world of 'The Toxic Avenger' — the UNRATED, no-holds-barred reimagining of the cult classic from Troma Entertainment. Join writer & director Macon Blair ('I Don't Feel At Home in This World Anymore,' writer for Marvel Comics/Dark Horse Comics), iconic Troma co-founder Lloyd Kaufman, and an all-star cast including Peter Dinklage ('Game of Thrones'), Elijah Wood ('The Lord of the Rings' franchise), Jacob Tremblay ('Room,' 'Wonder'), and Taylour Paige ('Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,' 'Zola') for an unforgettable panel. Hear behind-the-scenes stories, exclusive insights, and join a live Q&A. This is one toxic takeover you don't want to miss! (Hall H) 6:45 – 7:45pm — Comedy Central Adult Animation: 'South Park,' 'Beavis & Butt-Head,' and 'Digman!' — The home for adult animation, Comedy Central celebrates its upcoming slate with the creators and cast of the hit series South Park, Beavis & Butt-Head, and Digman!. Trey Parker, Matt Stone, Mike Judge, and Andy Samberg share behind-the-scenes stories from over 30 years in animation and answer fan questions. (Hall H FRIDAY, JULY 25 10:00 – 11:00am — STARZ: 'Outlander' — Sam Heughan, Sophie Skelton, Richard Rankin, and executive producers Matthew B. Roberts and Maril Davis dive into a look back at the legacy of Outlander and its impact on the television landscape over the past 11 years. They'll also discuss the upcoming eighth and final season and give fans a sneak peek they won't want to miss. (Hall H) 10:00 – 11:00am — 'Resident Alien' — Go behind the scenes with showrunner/executive producer Chris Sheridan and stars Alan Tudyk, Sara Tomko, Corey Reynolds, and Alice Wetterlund from the fan-favorite series Resident Alien. Based on the Dark Horse comic of the same name, the comedy sci-fi series is currently in its fourth season and follows an alien who has crash-landed on Earth and hides in a remote Colorado mountain town, assuming the identity of the town doctor, Harry Vanderspeigle. (Ballroom 20) 11:00 – 11:45am — 'Phineas and Ferb' — Co-creators Dan Povenmire and Swampy Marsh reunite with the cast at Comic-Con International for the first time in a decade. Get the scoop on the brand-new season of Disney's 'Phineas and Ferb' and enjoy exclusive sneak peeks and surprises. (Indigo Ballroom) 11:00am – 12:00pm — STARZ: 'Outlander: Blood of My Blood' — Meet the cast of 'Outlander: Blood of My Blood': Jamie Roy, Harriet Slater, Hermione Corfield, Jeremy Irvine, Séamus McLean Ross, Sam Retford, and Rory Alexander, joined by executive producers Matthew B. Roberts and Maril Davis to preview the new series in the Outlander Universe, focusing on the stories of Claire and Jamie's parents. With themes of succession, war, love, and fate that span multiple time periods, the standalone prequel series will entice both existing Outlander fans and new viewers alike. Get ready to fall in love with two new couples as we journey across time and dive into never-before-seen clips that showcase the origin of their relationships. 'Outlander: Blood of My Blood' is a romantic saga that unfolds across time. From the battlefields of World War I to the rugged Highlands of 18th-century Scotland, two fated love stories must defy the forces that seek to tear them apart, intersecting in surprising and unforeseen ways. (Hall H) 12:15 – 1:15pm — 'Primitive War' — Writer/director Luke Sparke (Occupation Rainfall) will be joined by cast members Ryan Kwanten (True Blood), Tricia Helfer (Battlestar Galactica), Nick Wechsler (The Boys), and Jeremy Piven (Entourage) to premiere exclusive footage from Primitive War, a Vietnam War thriller where the Vulture Squad realizes they are fighting both men and dinosaurs. (Ballroom 20) 12:15 – 1:15pm — 'The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon' Season 3 — The cast and executive producers of 'The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon' discuss the highly anticipated third season of the series, set in Spain, and debut the official season 3 trailer. (Hall H) 1:00pm – 1:45pm — Adult Swim's 'Rick and Morty' Season 8 — Ooh wee! After a two-year hiatus from Comic-Con, 'Rick and Morty' is back with season 8. Join the entire voice cast and EPs Dan Harmon and Scott Marder to hear breaking news, explore new dimensions, uncover hidden Easter eggs, and get answers to your burning questions about the latest episodes. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek into adventures that await in the 'Rick and Morty' universe. (Indigo Ballroom) 1:25 – 2:50pm — FX's 'Alien: Earth' World Premiere and Q&A — When a mysterious space vessel crash-lands on Earth, a young woman (Sydney Chandler) and a ragtag group of tactical soldiers make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet's greatest threat. Be among the first people in the world to see the pilot episode of FX's 'Alien: Earth' and hear from series creator Noah Hawley, EP David W. Zucker (Scott Free), and the cast of this highly anticipated sci-fi horror series inspired by the acclaimed feature film franchise. FX's 'Alien: Earth' makes impact August 12 on Hulu, FX, and Disney+ internationally. (Hall H) 1:30 – 2:15pm — Collider's Inside Hollywood with Bob Odenkirk — While Emmy Award-winner Bob Odenkirk is known the world over for his brilliant work on 'Breaking Bad,' 'Better Call Saul,' and his bare-knuckle action hero role, Hutch Mansell, in 'Nobody,' he has also worked on countless other projects. During this exclusive one-on-one conversation, Odenkirk will share behind-the-scenes stories from his impressive career and reveal never-before-seen footage from the wild new chapter in his exciting action franchise, 'Nobody 2.' Expect a few surprises. (Ballroom 20) 2:30 – 3:30pm — The Next Wave of Horror: Neon's 'Together,' 'Shelby Oaks,' and 'Keeper' — Following the success of their breakout horror hits, 'Longlegs' and 'The Monkey,' Neon brings three upcoming cinematic shockers to Comic-Con for exclusive looks with the filmmakers and talent behind them. Writer/director Michael Shanks and stars/producers Dave Franco and Alison Brie bring their 100% Rotten Tomatoes-rated Sundance and SXSW sensation 'Together'; author and critic Chris Stuckmann reveals the hidden secrets of his terrifying debut 'Shelby Oaks'; and horror master Osgood Perkins ('Longlegs') descends into darkness with his jaw-dropping new trip, 'Keeper.' (Ballroom 20) 3:00 – 4:00pm — 'The Long Walk' — Lionsgate will bring 'The Long Walk,' the highly anticipated adaptation of Stephen King's novel directed by Francis Lawrence ('The Hunger Games' films, 'I Am Legend') to Comic-Con. The panel will include film stars David Jonsson, Tut Nyuot, Garrett Wareing, Charlie Plummer, and Mark Hamill, along with producer Roy Lee and screenwriter JT Mollner. (Hall H) 3:00 – 3:45pm — 'Solar Opposites' — The aliens are back—and somehow even more chaotic—as Hulu's hit animated series Solar Opposites heads into its final season. Stars Thomas Middleditch, Sean Giambrone, and Tiffany Haddish join executive producers Mike McMahan, Josh Bycel, and Sydney Ryan for an exclusive look at what's next for your favorite extraterrestrial family—from new misadventures on Earth to more mayhem in the Wall. Expect laughs, surprises, and plenty of sci-fi absurdity. (Indigo Ballroom) 4:00 – 4:45pm — 'King of the Hill' — The iconic animated series 'King of the Hill' returns to Comic-Con for the world premiere of Season 14. It's been 15 years since the last original episode of 'King of the Hill' aired, and the Hill family and longtime friends are finally back: Arlen has changed, Hank and Peggy are now retired, and Bobby is all grown up! Hear all about this classic series when co-creators and executive producers Mike Judge (Hank Hill, Boomhauer) and Greg Daniels, showrunner and executive producer Saladin Patterson, and cast members Pamela Adlon (Bobby Hill), Lauren Tom (Connie and Minh Souphanousinphone), and Toby Huss (Dale Gribble), come together for the world premiere of the 'King of the Hill' revival. (Indigo Ballroom) 4:15 – 5:15pm — 'Predator: Badlands' — 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. (Hall H) 5:30 – 6:30pm — 'Tron: Ares' — 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. (Hall H) SATURDAY, JULY 26 10:00 – 10:45am — 'Bob's Burgers' — The Belcher family moves to Ballroom 20! Creator and executive producer Loren Bouchard and supervising director Bernard Derriman will break news about the upcoming milestone 300th episode with the cast, including H. Jon Benjamin, John Roberts, Kristen Schaal, Eugene Mirman, Dan Mintz, and Larry Murphy. Get ready to howl with laughter through exclusive sneak peeks, a lively panel discussion, and an audience Q&A. (Ballroom 20) 10:00 – 11:00am — 'Coyote vs. Acme' — The movie Acme doesn't want you to see! [REDACTED] members of the cast and filmmaking team say 'thank you' to the fans for their incredible support, which led to the film's rescue and upcoming theatrical release from Ketchup Entertainment on [REDACTED]. Along with a Q&A, be part of the first audience anywhere to view footage of the film, hear [REDACTED], and take home a Comic-Con-only giveaway! No roadrunners will be admitted. (Hall H) 11:00 – 11:45am — 'Futurama' — Don't just stand there! It's time to sit down and relax for the 2025 Futurama panel. Futurama returns this fall on HULU with 10 shiny new episodes, and Matt Groening has smuggled out some top-secret, never-before-seen footage under his fez. See the world premiere of this stolen treasure along with David X. Cohen, executive producers Claudia Katz and Ken Keeler, supervising director Peter Avanzino, moderator Lee Supercinski, and Futurama vocal superstars Billy West, Lauren Tom, Phil LaMarr, David Herman, and Maurice LaMarche. Plus, prizes! Special bonus: everyone might get arrested! (Ballroom 20) 11:15am – 12:15pm — ABC's 'Abbott Elementary' — 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. (Indigo Ballroom) 11:15am – 12:15pm — DreamWorks Animation's 'The Bad Guys 2' — Everyone's favorite felons are back, and this time they've got company they never expected: The Bad Girls. Hop in the getaway car with the filmmakers and stars of DreamWorks Animation's 'The Bad Guys 2,' as they reveal the secrets of their newest heist. (Hall H) 11:45am – 12:30pm — 'The Simpsons' — Marvel's not coming to Hall H this year, so 'The Simpsons' panel is the must-see event of Comic Con 2025! Futurama creator Matt Groening, Simpsons gag writers Matt Selman and Mike Price, director Matt Faughnan, consulting producer/director David Silverman, and surprise guest stars bring an exclusive sneak preview of season 37. So put on your Marge wig and your thick Milhouse glasses for a scintillating 45 minutes of prizes, predictions, and pretzels (you can call them Whitey Whackers). (Ballroom 20) 12:30 – 1:30pm — ABC's 'The Rookie' — 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! (Indigo Ballroom) 12:30 – 2:00pm — 'Star Trek' Universe — The 'Star Trek' Universe panel returns to San Diego, featuring exclusive back-to-back conversations with the cast and executive producers from the Paramount + Original 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' and the upcoming new series 'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.' Plus, exclusive first looks, reveals and surprises! 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' cast members scheduled to appear include Rebecca Romijn, Ethan Peck, Jess Bush, Christina Chong and Paul Wesley alongside executive producers and co-showrunners Akiva Goldsman and Henry Alonso Myers, and executive producer Alex Kurtzman. 'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy' cast members scheduled to appear include Holly Hunter, Sandro Rosta, Karim Diané, Kerrice Brooks, George Hawkins and Bella Shepard along with executive producers and co-showrunners Alex Kurtzman and Noga Landau. (Hall H) 12:45 – 1:30pm — 'American Dad!' — Honey, I'm home! American Dad! is back on FOX and heading into their 20th season of outlandish plots, covert ops, and alien escapades. The Smith family, friends, and fish Wendy Schaal, Scott Grimes, Dee Bradley Baker, and Jeff Fischer, along with executive producers Matt Weitzman and Kara Vallow and writer Nic Wegener, give an unfiltered look at the behind-the-scenes antics and fan-favorite moments, plus a sneak peek at the upcoming season. (Ballroom 20) 1:30 – 2:15pm — 'Family Guy' — The Griffins are bringing Quahog back to San Diego! Stars Alex Borstein, Seth Green, Jennifer Tilly, and Mike Henry, with executive producers Alec Sulkin and Kara Vallow, return to Comic-Con with an inside look at what's coming next for the characters and voices we all know and love. (Ballroom 20) 1:45 – 2:45pm — 'Paradise' — Star and executive producer Sterling K. Brown ('This Is Us,' 'Washington Black') and creator and executive producer Dan Fogelman ('This Is Us,' 'Cars') celebrate and reflect on the captivating first season of Hulu's 'Paradise,' which critics called 'one of the best shows on TV.' The creative team will discuss all the twists and turns of season 1 and tease what's to come for season 2. (Indigo Ballroom) 2:15 – 3:15pm — 'Project Hail Mary' — Phil Lord (director and producer), Christopher Miller (director and producer), Ryan Gosling (actor and producer), Drew Goddard (screenwriter and executive producer), and Andy Weir (author and producer) give an exclusive first look at the most anticipated sci-fi thriller movie event of 2026. Based on the bestselling novel of the same name. The movie follows a science teacher who wakes up on a spaceship, lightyears from home, with no recollection of who he is or how he got there. As his memory returns, he begins to uncover his mission: to solve the riddle of the mysterious substance causing the sun to die out. He must call on his scientific knowledge and unorthodox ideas to save everything on Earth from extinction … but an unexpected friendship means he may not have to do it alone. (Hall H) 3:00 – 4:00pm — STARZ: 'Spartacus: House of Ashur' — 'Spartacus: House of Ashur' explores what would happen if the ruthless, double-crossing Ashur had not perished on Mount Vesuvius and instead was rewarded by the Romans for betraying Spartacus. Now the owner of the very gladiator school to which he once belonged, Ashur must learn how to navigate a world just as brutal as the arena — Roman politics and nobility. Join the cast and creative team as they discuss the legacy of the original 'Spartacus' series and dive into Ashur's alternate fate in the epic new series. Panelists include executive producer Steven S. DeKnight and stars Nick E. Tarabay, Graham McTavish ('Korris,' Ashur's Doctore), Tenika Davis ('Achillia,' a fierce gladiatrix), Jordi Webber ('Tarchon,' a brash and headstrong gladiator), Jamaica Vaughan ('Hilara,' a young, elevated house slave, deeply in love with Ashur) and Jaime Slater ('Cornelia,' the ruthless wife of Julius Caesar.) The panel will be moderated by Liam McIntyre ('Spartacus,' The Legend of Hercules), who played Spartacus in Seasons 2 and 3 of the original series. (Indigo Ballroom) 3:30 – 4:15pm — 'Ghosts' — 'Ghosts,' one of television's top comedies on CBS and Paramount+, follows Samantha and Jay, a couple running a bed and breakfast that is inhabited by ghosts only Samantha can see and hear. Please join series stars Utkarsh Ambudkar, Danielle Pinnock, Asher Grodman, Devan Chandler Long and executive producers Joe Port and Joe Wiseman for a lively and 'spirited' panel conversation delving into the season four cliffhanger and what's to come in season five moderated by actress and writer Punam Patel. (Ballroom 20) 3:30 – 4:30pm — 'Peacemaker' Sneak Peek and Panel — The HBO Max series 'Peacemaker,' from DC Studios and Warner Bros. Television, returns for a highly anticipated second season on August 21. Fans will be treated to exclusive sneak peek footage from the new season and a conversation with James Gunn (co-head of DC Studios, executive producer, writer, director) and actors John Cena (Peacemaker, executive producer), Danielle Brooks (Adebayo), Jennifer Holland (Harcourt), Freddie Stroma (Vigilante), Steve Agee (Economos), Frank Grillo (Rick Flag Sr.), Sol Rodriguez (Sasha Bordeaux), and Tim Meadows (Langston Fleury). (Hall H) 4:30 – 6:00pm — Anne Rice Immortal Universe: 'Anne Rice's Interview with the Vampire' and 'Anne Rice's Talamasca' — The cast and executive producers of the Anne Rice Immortal Universe discuss the upcoming third season of 'Interview with the Vampire,' featuring vampire Lestat's long-awaited rock-and-roll tour, and the highly anticipated new series 'Anne Rice's Talamasca,' focused on the secretive society responsible for tracking and containing the witches, vampires, and other creatures scattered around the globe, ahead of its October premiere on AMC and AMC+, alongside the debut of new teases from both series. (Ballroom 20) 5:45 – 6:45pm — 'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle' — 'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba' has won the admiration of millions of fans around the globe since its debut in 2019. In celebration of the highly anticipated first feature film of the epic trilogy coming exclusively to theaters on September 12, 2025, Crunchyroll is proud to present 'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle' coming to Hall H! Special guests from Japan and the U.S. host an unforgettable evening featuring an exclusive-footage presentation. The three-part cinematic movie represents the all-out battle of the hugely popular award-winning anime shonen series. (Hall H) SUNDAY, JULY 27 11:00am – 12:00pm — The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art — 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. From ancient cave drawings and hieroglyphics to paintings, murals, illustrations, comics, digital media, and sculptures, this panel will delve into the universal language of illustrated storytelling. (Hall H)
