Saturday October 8
10:30am to 11:30am: Oddballs! A brand new animated series from Odd1sOut! Featuring James Rallison!:
The brand new animated series Oddballs is premiering this Fall on Netflix. Oddballs is based on the YouTube channel Odd1sOut with over 18 million subscribers. The show was recently announced on the Odd1sOut YouTube channel and has earned over 6.5M views in less than 2 weeks. James Rallison the creator of Odd1sOut and Oddballs will be in attendance along with key crew and cast members (TBA) to answer questions and share behind the scene stories about the making of the series.
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10:30am to 11:30am: Calling All Monsters: On Liminality & Power Through the Lens of Speculative Fiction :
When it comes to power, what better comes to mind than the literal ability to fly, shapeshift, or otherwise hold magic at your fingertips? Join Geeks OUT, as a panel of speculative fiction writers discusses how their characters interact with the supernatural, while navigating intersectional identities. Discussing how power manifests in more ways than one, speculative fiction addresses how members of marginalized communities fight back against real and fictional evils. Panelists include Alechia Dow (author of The Sound of Stars), Kylie Ren Baker (the author of The Keeper of Night), Claribel A. Ortega (author of Witchlings), Alexandra Rowland (author of A Taste of Gold and Iron), Neon Yang (author of The Genesis of Misery), and moderated by Geeks OUT Editorial Coordinator, Michele Kirichanskaya.
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10:45am to 11:45am: One Piece Film Red Cast & Crew Panel:
ONE PIECE FILM RED IS ALMOST HERE. Join members of the English and Japanese Crew as well as some of your favorite voice actors from the English Dub right before the film hits theaters on 11/4.
Empire Stage
10:45am to 11:45am: PLAYBILL presents “The Broadway Bard Party”:
Returning to New York Comic Con with an all-new quest in 2022, audiences will join Broadway Actors/Stars as they inhabit characters, overcome conflicts, achieve exciting objectives…. then go and perform their 8 shows a week. Playing a D&D-style one-shot, audiences will watch, journey and laugh as the panel solves problems, entertains, and maybe even gets the “roll of their lives”!
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10:45am to 11:45am: Star Trek: Where No Comic Book Has Gone Before:
In October, IDW will debut a brand-new Star Trek ongoing series, pulling the best elements from across all iterations of Trek lore to create something wholly unique and unexpected! Join writers Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly to discuss this cornerstone of a new Star Trek continuity, featuring an Enterprise helmed by Benjamin Sisko! Also, additional IDW special guests will provide behind-the-scenes looks at comics based on Lower Decks, the Mirror Universe, and more!
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11:00am to 12:00pm: Prime Video Presents: The Peripheral:
Immerse yourself in the world of The Peripheral! Join series stars Chloë Grace Moretz, Jack Reynor, Gary Carr, T’Nia Miller, and JJ Feild, as well as executive producers Lisa Joy and Jonathan Nolan, creator and showrunner Scott B. Smith, and director Vincenzo Natali, as they give fans a first look at sci-fi thriller The Peripheral. The series centers on Flynne Fisher (Moretz), a woman trying to hold together the pieces of her broken family in a forgotten corner of tomorrow’s America. Flynne is smart, ambitious, and doomed. She has no future; until the future comes calling for her. The Peripheral is based on William Gibson’s best-selling novel of the same name, and gives viewers a hallucinatory glimpse into the fate of mankind—and what lies beyond. @ThePeripheral, #ThePeripheral
Main Stage
11:00am to 12:00pm: Coffee & Comics: NYCC Edition LIVE!:
It’s coffee break time! Amy Chu comics and animation writer for DC Marvel and Netflix, Marvel editor Danny Khazem, Hugo and Eisner winning artist Tana Ford, editor and writer Stephanie Williams (Nubia) and DC and Marvel artist Rachael Stott dish on the latest in comics and pop culture. Bring your own cuppa joe and join in on the fun!
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11:15am to 12:15pm: MARVEL’S VOICES: The World Outside Your Window:
Marvel strives to create stories that reflect “the world outside your window” both on and off the page, so we’re bringing together some of our most celebrated creators to talk about a variety of characters and stories. The first-ever NYCC Marvel’s Voices panel is hosted by writer and podcast host Angelique Roche who will be joined by Eve L. Ewing (Monica Rambeau: Photon), John Jennings (My Super Hero is Black), Steve Orlando (Marauders), Cody Ziglar (Miles Morales: Spider-Man), and Marvel’s Voices Editor Sarah Brunstad. Celebrate the growing legacy of Marvel’s Voices in a conversation about their creative processes, collaborations, and professional journeys, as they paint a full picture of the diversity of the Marvel Universe. Plus – attendees will receive a special giveaway!
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11:15am to 12:15pm: Criminal Compulsions: The Appeal of Crime Fiction:
Tantalizing puzzles. Justice served. Clever cons. Moderator Lily Herman investigates the allure of crime stories for creators and readers with Sweeney Boo (Over My Dead Body), Jake Burt (Ghoul of Windydown Vale), Fabian Nicieza (The Self-Made Widow), Alex Segura (Secret Identity), and Dana Schwartz (Anatomy: A Love Story).
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11:15am to 12:15pm: Kings, Queens, Cosplay, and Crossplay:
From Drag to Dress up many of us have experimented with Gender Presentation, Performance and Identity. Our panel hopes to guide you in understanding how to navigate the differences among these concepts. As well as guide you in performing, playing and presenting in a safe way. From binding your chest to corseting and padding, there are lots of ways to explore new looks- and some may be unexpectedly dangerous.
Cosplay Central Stage
12:00pm to 1:00pm: Titans of Fantasy In Conversation:
Join three of the biggest authors in the fantasy genre for a can’t miss conversation only at New York Comic Con! Brandon Sanderson (The Stormlight Archive), Diana Gabaldon (Outlander) and Terry Brooks (The Shannara Chronicles) will take the stage for a one-of-a-kind panel to discuss what it’s like to build iconic worlds that keep fans reading “just one more chapter”.
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12:00pm to 1:00pm: Source Point Press: The Future of Horror Comics!:
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12:00pm to 1:00pm: Comixology Originals presents: CONversations with Scott Snyder and Jock:
Join comic editor Will Dennis (Y: The Last Man, Nocterra, 100 Bullets) as he sits down with celebrated comic book writer Scott Snyder(Batman, American Vampire, Wytches) and three times New York Times best-selling British artist Jock (Batman, Wytches, The Losers) as they discuss their first creator-owned creation together from Comixology Originals: The Book of Evil, as well as their other acclaimed collaborations in the comic industry.
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12:15pm to 1:15pm: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles from Comic Book to Screen:
The miracle and ups and downs on how we screenwriter Bobby Herbeck and producer Kim Dawson got the first TMNT film made against all odds and a host of “No interested” studio pitch sessions and the critics negative reviews calling it a “One Trick Pony”. Here we are 32 years later with three TMNT films coming up over the next few years as an ever growing fan base continues to mutate!!! Cowabunga dudes & dudettes!!!!
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12:15pm to 1:15pm: Hallmark’s Pop Culture Connection:
Join the PopMinded by Hallmark team as they discuss how Hallmark connects your favorite memories to iconic characters from movies television and comics through gifts and collectibles created by Hallmark artists and designers. You’ll hear what goes into creating Keepsake Ornaments itty bittys® plush characters gift products and more from the people who make them all happen. Plus you’ll get sneak peeks before anyone else at what’s coming in 2023 and there will be giveaways of course!
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12:30pm to 1:30pm: Smallville Cast Reunion:
Over 20 years ago, Smallville, the groundbreaking superhero drama, hit television. Join Tom Welling (Clark Kent), Erica Durance (Lois Lane), Kristin Kreuk (Lana Lang) and John Glover (Lionel Kent) as they reflect on the shows history and answer fan questions!
Main Stage
12:30pm to 1:30pm: My Hero Academia :
Join My Hero Academia cast members to discuss the highly anticipated new season. Featuring Justin Briner, the English voice of Deku, and more.
Empire Stage
12:30pm to 1:30pm: Publishers Weekly presents: Comics in the Post Pandemic World:
Comics and manga not only survived the pandemic they kicked its butt with record sales for comic books and graphic novels. But where do we go from here? It’s a whole new world of supply chain disruptions, streaming wars, distribution disruption, inflation and consolidation. Join an all-star panel of comics movers and shakers as we talk about what we learned and what we still need to do. The future of comics starts here.
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12:45pm to 1:45pm: Goosebumps with R.L. Stine: 30 Years of Fear:
Author R.L. Stine looks back on 30 years of Goosebumps in this exclusive spotlight panel. Hear the story behind the story of the chapter book series that became a global phenomenon. And see the art of Goosebumps with series cover artist Tim Jacobus as R.L. looks back on a career of scaring children.
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12:45pm to 1:45pm: Arroz con Cosplay:
An Exploration and Discussion on Cosplay in the Latinx/Hispanic Community: One of the fastest growing and most diverse groups in cosplay today are Latinx/Hispanic community proving once more that cosplay IS for everyone. Full of the most eclectic and talented cosplayers out there the Latinx and Hispanic are a shining example of how this sub culture of geekdom is crossing language barriers as well as geographical borders. But what makes the Latinx and Hispanic culture in cosplay so unique is the distinctive voice and perspective that they’re adding to the ongoing conversation of inclusion and acceptance of all cosplayers regardless of race gender sexual preference or identity age or ethnicity.
Cosplay Central Stage
1:30pm to 2:30pm: OMG Ginormo is Turning Hollywood Upside Down!:
What do you get when a dozen top YouTubers join forces on a meta-comedic take on cheesy 60s monsters-and-robots scifi? It’s Ginormo the hilarious new serialized web-series produced 100% through user-generated content and community-sourced talent. Superstar content creators Steven “Emotional Damage!” He Sandra “JeenieWeenie” Kwon Alan Chikin Chow Ian Boggs and producer Ken Mok (“America’s Next Top Model”) preview the first teaser clip and discuss the series with host Rob Salkowitz (Forbes) exclusively at NYCC!
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1:30pm to 3:30pm: Brandon Sanderson Q&A and Reading:
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1:30pm to 2:30pm: Spotlight on Abrams ComicArts:
Join Abrams ComicArts’s Editorial Director Charles Kochman, Senior Editor Charlotte Greenbaum, and SVP, Publisher Andrew Smith for exclusive content from the fall list—the imprint’s biggest season yet—and a sneak preview of the spring 2023 list. Special guests include Mariko Tamaki, who will preview upcoming Surely Books (Archie Bongiovanni’s Mimosa, and Oliva Hicks and Emma Oosterhous’s Grand Slam Romance), John Jennings, who will preview upcoming Megascope books (Tananarive Due, Steven Barnes, and Marco Finnegan’s The Keeper and Ayize Jama-Everett and Tristan Roach’s The Last Count of Monte Cristo), Marjorie Liu, who will preview She Eats the Night, her new book (with Sana Takada), and Stephan Franck, who will preview his new edition of Silver. The panel will also showcase an exclusive video from Alex Ross on his new book Fantastic Four: Full Circle, Brian Michael Bendis and André Lima Araújo’s Phenomena, Noah van Sciver’s Joseph Smith and the Mormons and Brian Fies’s The Last Mechanical Monster, and advance looks at Chip Kidd’s Spider-Man: Panel by Panel and Rick Parker’s graphic novel Drafted.
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1:45pm to 2:45pm: DC’s Superman Panel:
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2:00pm to 3:00pm: Ondine – A Queer Fairy Tale Puppet Show:
An interactive LGBTQIA+ inclusive fairy tale puppet play. Broken into 3 acts throughout Sunday’s family day families and puppet enthusiasts can come play along with ONDINE a water sprite as he falls in love with a knight errant. This engaging style of live performance reliant on child volunteers plucked from the audience is currently touring Pride celebrations and Renaissance festivals around Kansas. With 3 20-min acts all stuffed with laughs and lessons in emotional intelligence ONDINE is a joyful tribute to live theatre and fun for all ages! Attendants at each act will be eligible to win a free LGBTQIA+ children’s book; BEAUTY SLEEPING by Brett Crandall.
Family HQ
2:00pm to 3:00pm: A Conversation with the Crows and Leigh Bardugo:
Join the cast of the Netflix hit fantasy series- Shadow & Bone as they sit down with Leigh Bardugo, the author, and reflect on the shows first season and and answer fan questions!
Main Stage
2:00pm to 3:00pm: Growing up: Family, Friendships, Gender Identity and Queerness in YA Horror/Thriller/Dark Fantasy:
Sara Farizan (Dead Flip), Ryan La Sala (The Honeys), Danielle Valentine (How to Survive Your Murder), and Amanda Foody and Christine Lynn Herman (All of Our Demise) have all written YA novels that touch on the deeper themes behind dark fantasy, horror, and thrillers including outgrowing childhood friendships, discovering queer & gender identity, summer camp, and family relationships. All of the titles also contain classic horror themes (the final girl, summer camp secrets, Halloween setting, battles to the death) but turn them on their head in some way.
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2:15pm to 3:15pm: BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War Ep. 1 Premiere Event by VIZ:
In the must-see panel of NYCC, thousands of lucky fans will get to see episode one of BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War ahead of the simulcast! We’ll have special messages and an epic cosplay contest with amazing prizes. Don’t miss it!
Empire Stage
2:15pm to 3:15pm: Spooks, Shivers, and Shrieks: Horror:
Do you dare investigate these stories of werewolves, darkest desires, ghosts by the sea, Southern ghosts, and terrifying urban legends, guaranteed to raise a chill down your spine? Huddle together for safety with Princess Weekes (The MarySue) and Rachel Harrison (Such Sharp Teeth), Eric LaRocca (Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke), Clay McLeod Chapman (Ghost Eaters), Katrina Monroe (They Drown our Daughters), and Vincent Tirado (Burn Down, Rise Up).
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2:15pm to 3:15pm: Frank Miller Presents: RONIN:
RONIN. You must’ve heard the news by now! This iconic title is coming back with new stories under the Frank Miller Presents banner! Find out more from the sources themselves as Publisher Dan DiDio, artists Philip Tan and Daniel Henriques, and the incomparable legend, Frank Miller, are here to thrill you with news on what’s to come in the RONIN universe! Not to be missed! Attendees will be treated to an exclusive collectible, while supplies last!.
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2:15pm to 3:15pm: Cosplay Makeup 101 with Mehron Makeup:
Learn how to do cosplay makeup like a pro! Mehron Makeup and cosplay professionals will be talking about the do’s and don’ts of getting the perfect cosplay makeup.
Cosplay Central Stage
3:00pm to 4:00pm: The Saga Strikes Back: What’s Next for The Dragon Prince:
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3:00pm to 4:00pm: The George Lucas Talk Show:
The George Lucas Talk Show is an improvised talk show in New York City hosted by comedian Connor Ratliff (Dead Eyes Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) who appears as George Lucas the creator of Star Wars and he interviews real guests as themselves in a panel format. He is joined by sidekick Watto played by Griffin Newman (Blank Check The Tick) and show producer Patrick Cotnoir (The Chris Gethard Show Marvel ASSSSCAT 3000). The show ran for over 6 years at the UCB Theater in New York and has had guests like Weird Al Whoopi Goldberg Jon Hamm Kevin Smith Nicole Byer Sonia Manzano Ira Glass Lea Thompson Ben Schwartz Peter Serafinowicz Ahmed Best Tony Hale David K. Harbour D’Arcy Carden Solo writer Jon Kasdan Rogue One writer Chris Weitz Meredith Vieira and musicians like Aimee Mann.
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3:15pm to 4:15pm: The Rise of YA Graphic Novels & How They’re Bringing New Readers to Comics:
Join top creators as they discuss why they think the YA graphic novel market is exploding and what that means for comics.
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3:15pm to 4:15pm: Star Wars: The High Republic Returns!:
Join the authors for Star Wars: The High Republic as they discuss their epic new tales spanning books comics audio and beyond. Packed with sneak peeks about Phase II and exciting reveals and announcements fans will not want to miss this panel packed with surprises.
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3:30pm to 4:30pm: Sneak Peek – Mortal Kombat Legends: Snow Blind:
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment marks the 30th anniversary of the blockbuster Mortal Kombat video game series with an inside look at the making of Mortal Kombat Legends: Snow Blind, the third in a series of MK-inspired feature-length animated films. Mortal Kombat Legends: Snow Blind finds vicious, power-mad Kano determined to take over Earthrealm, one soul at a time. Assisted by a trio of cold Black Dragon mercenaries, he embarks on a brutal assault from town to defenseless town. The choice is simple: kneel or be annihilated. But when the cocky and talented but undisciplined Kenshi doesn’t take a knee, Kano and his clan destroy the young warrior, taking his eyesight and his confidence. Under the tutelage of reluctant, retired Kuai Liang, the only one powerful enough to challenge the malevolent Kano, Kenshi finds renewed hope and a clear path to redemption. But will it be enough to stop Kano from decimating all of Earthrealm? The presentation will include thrilling film clips and an entertaining panel discussion amongst filmmakers and key cast members. Manny Jacinto (Top Gun: Maverick, The Good Place), David Wenham (Elvis, 300, The Lord of the Rings franchise) and Ron Yuan (Mortal Kombat 11, Mulan) spearhead a terrific voice cast as Kenshi Takahashi, Kano and Kuai Liang, respectively. The film is produced and directed by Rick Morales (Mortal Kombat Legends franchise, Injustice) from a script by Jeremy Adams (Supernatural, Justice Society: World War II), who also wrote the screenplays for the series’ first two films. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation in coordination with NetherRealm Studios and Warner Bros. Games, Mortal Kombat Legends: Snow Blind arrives from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on Digital on October 9, 2022 and on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack and Blu-ray on October 11, 2022.
Main Stage
3:30pm to 4:30pm: From The Great Gatsby to Hamlet, Comic Creators Offer Contemporary Update to Classic Lit Favorites :
Classic literature has long been an inspiration for modern adaptations in film and TV and now the comics community is bringing its own creative approach to the genre. Join AWA Studios Chief Creative Officer Axel Alonso in conversation with Jeremy Holt (GATSBY), Dana Mele (TRAGIC), Amy Chu (CARMILLA: THE FIRST VAMPIRE), and Alex Cormack (THE CRIMSON CAGE) as they discuss how they are putting their own spin on some of literature’s best-known stories and bringing the tales into modern times to relate to today’s readers directly.
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3:45pm to 4:45pm: Super Salaam! Muslim Nerds Geeks & Fans: Come learn about Muslims in the fandom industry:
writers artists cosplayers and gamers. We will discuss the growing popularity of Muslims active in nerd and geek culture! This session is moderated by Dr. Shamika Mitchell (State University of New York Rockland Community College / Women in Comics Collective).
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3:45pm to 4:45pm: NY Avengers Cosplay 4 Cause :
We are a well known cosplay charity group known around all 5 boroughs. We would like to discuss how to get started on using cosplay for good the pros and cons / challenges some of the heart felt events that we have done what to do while working with terminally ill or trauma stricken children and how much we love tiny smiles :)
Cosplay Central Stage
4:00pm to 5:00pm: MARVEL COMICS: Next Big Thing:
This is it, True Believers, the panel you absolutely cannot miss! Learn what’s next for the Marvel Universe as Marvel Comics Executive Editor Nick Lowe and Editor-in-Chief C.B. Cebulski lead a legion of literary legends in discussion, including Gerry Duggan (Dark Web: X-Men, Invincible Iron Man), Jed MacKay (Mary Jane & Black Cat, Timeless), Zeb Wells (Amazing Spider-Man, Dark Web), and more! What lies in store for everyone’s favorite mutants and mutates as dusk falls across the world in the Spider-Man/X-Men crossover Dark Web? What do the hands of fate hold in store for the Marvel Universe in the pages of Timeless? And what hot new 2023 titles will be announced? Plus, stay until the end of the panel for an exclusive giveaway!
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4:00pm to 5:30pm: STAR TREK UNIVERSE:
The fan-favorite Star Trek universe panel returns to New York Comic Con, featuring conversations with the cast and executive producers STAR TREK: PICARD and the hit animated series STAR TREK: PRODIGY. STAR TREK: PICARD returns for its third and final season with the iconic Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, LeVar Burton, Gates McFadden, Brent Spiner, Marina Sirtis and Michael Dorn, as well as Executive Producers Alex Kurtzman, Rod Roddenberry and Terry Matalas. STAR TREK: PRODIGY returns to the NYCC stage this year with the talented voice cast including Kate Mulgrew, Ella Purnell, Brett Gray and Jameela Jamil, alongside Executive Producers Alex Kurtzman, Rod Roddenberry, Kevin Hageman, Dan Hageman and Ben Hibon as they discuss what’s ahead.
Empire Stage
4:30pm to 5:30pm: The Yen Press Industry Panel: Manga Korean Comics and More!:
For over a decade Yen Press has been an industry leader in the world of manga light novels and Korean comics publishing the likes of Toilet-bound Hanako-kun and Solo Leveling. Through the Ize Press imprint a new initiative dedicated to Korean content Yen Press is bringing fans even more Korean comics to print such as The World After the Fall and The Remarried Empress. Join Yen Press at New York Comic Con for groundbreaking announcements amazing prizes and a ton of fun!
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4:45pm to 5:45pm: Jim Henson: The Early Years:
Celebrating the life and legacy of Jim Henson with the talented creators and artists who worked alongside the Muppet master or were inspired by his work! Featuring a sneak peek at the upcoming “Sam and Friends” book by Craig Shemin rare video presentations of Jim’s earliest productions and exclusive stories and presentations. Plus free giveaways and more surprises! Presented by Muppet fan site ToughPigs.com.
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5:00pm to 6:00pm: The Walking Dead:
Cast and creatives of the flagship series The Walking Dead discuss the highly anticipated last episodes of the decade-long apocalyptic drama. Celebrate the monumental journey of this beloved series and characters as we follow their arcs in the recently launched final eight episodes of this epic final season on AMC and AMC+. Plus, a look at what is to come for the upcoming final episodes.
Main Stage
5:00pm to 6:00pm: Urban Sketch 101 by Dong Ho Kim:
Dong Ho Kim is a Superani artist who has sold more than 1000 copies of his urban sketch collection and his latest perspective guide book in the United States. During this panel he will share his personal know-how to build a unique personal sketchbook that captures the essence of everyday scenery. You will witness Dong Ho Kim’s drawing process a great tip for artists who wish to make a great habit of filling an empty sketchbook full of your observations.
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5:15pm to 6:15pm: Multiverse Got Talent:
The world needs… nay the universe needs to laugh. Across the galaxy beings unite through shared experiences such as laughter. The time has come to unite us all under one roof and use our voices to chuckle and guffaw; to giggle and cackle. Introducing: Multiverse Got Talent! A stand-up comedy show featuring comedians in cosplay performing in character with famous judges from across the extended MCU/Trek/etc worlds
Cosplay Central Stage
5:30pm to 6:30pm: Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur:
Moon Girl Magic! Join the cast and creative team behind Disney Branded Television’s highly anticipated animated series “Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur,” ahead of its 2023 premiere on Disney Channel and Disney+, for a conversation about this innovative action-comedy series centered on African American teen girl Super Hero, Lunella Lafayette (aka Moon Girl), and her 10-ton T-Rex, Devil Dinosaur.
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6:00pm to 7:00pm: Spider-Man, Only Murders in the Building, and More: Designing New York for Film and TV :
Creatives from “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” “Only Murders in the Building,” “Pose,” “Bros,” and more will come together to discuss how they make NYC come to life in their projects! Get a special inside look at the process of designing characters, visual effects, and more for projects based in the greatest city in the world! Featuring costume designer Dana Covarrubias (Only Murders in the Building), VFX Executive Producer at FOLKS Sarah Wormsbecher (Spider-Man: No Way Home), production designer Lisa Myers (Bros), Head of Studio/Sr. VFX Supervisor at FuseFX Atlanta Brian Kubovcik (DMZ; Pose), and costume designer Emily Gunshor (13: The Musical; Halloween Ends). Moderated by “Only Murders in the Building” actor Adina Verson (“Poppy”)!
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6:15pm to 7:00pm: Jamie Lee Curtis: Tribute to 45 years of Halloween and Laurie Strode, Moderated by Drew Barrymore:
Empire Stage
6:15pm to 7:15pm: There’s No Escape (Key):
In the near-future or alternate realities, humanity may just crack the code on some of today’s challenges. But with solutions come new problems … Take on future injustice in a purported utopia, the prison industrial complex, climate change, and practical witchcraft with Ashley and Leslie Saunders (Exiles), Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah (Chain-Gang All-Stars), Hugh Howey (Across the Sand), and Karen Heuler (The Splendid City) with Cosmopolitan Associate Entertainment Editor Tamara Fuentes.
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6:15pm to 7:15pm: Yakity YAK-Don’t Talk Black!:
Black nerd podcasts have exploded on the scene over the past 3 years and some of the newest and emergent voices are tackling hot-take controversial subjects as they apply humor and spin to their audiences. Being unapologetically black is new for some but its how black and brown people have been bantering these issues forever! This is going to be a hilarious incisive panel about talking black on the interwebs and how the issues have been taken on in the most unique of ways!
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6:30pm to 7:30pm: Back to the Future Reunion:
Gotta get back in time! The stars of the mega popular Back to the Future franchise are hitting the stage at New York Comic Con for a once-in-a-lifetime panel. Hop in your Delorean and head over to the Main Stage for a can’t miss Q&A. Limited reservations will be available for NYCC badge holders. Want to guarantee your seat? Tickets can be purchased here: https://store.epicphotoops.com/new-york-comic-con/2022/bttf-cast
Main Stage
6:30pm to 9:30pm: The New York Comic Con Charity Art Auction benefiting St. Jude:
You Can Make A Difference! The New York Comic Con Charity Art Auction benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is internationally recognized for its pioneering research and treatment of children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. Included in that vision is that no child is denied treatment based on race, religion or a family’s ability to pay. Your participation in this event will help support lifesaving research and treatment for the children of St. Jude. Come down and bid with other art enthusiasts for the chance to own a piece of original art from some of your favorite creators, all for a good cause! Have Fun. Get Art. Save Lives.
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6:45pm to 7:45pm: Sourcebooks Presents: Romantasy Books You Never Knew You Needed:
Monsters witches gods and spicy romance … we’ve got it all! Get an exclusive first look at upcoming fantasy and romance books for teens and adults from a leading woman-owned publisher. Limited quantities of advanced reader copies will be available for attendees.
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6:45pm to 7:45pm: Z2 Comics Presents Death For Hire: Creating a New Comic Crime Mythology with Ice-T, Coco, Arabian Prince & More:
Next year Z2 Comics will debut Death For Hire: The Origin of Tehk City, a new graphic novel series set in the sprawling multi-media world of Tehk City. This brand new mythology will span comics, animation, music, and beyond, overseen by a murderer’s row of rap and silver screen icons including Ice-T, Arabian Prince, Coco Austin, Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Tracy Morgan, and more. Join creators Ice-T, Coco Austin, Arabian Prince, and Tommy the Animator for a first look at this explosive new world of hustle and warfare.
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7:45pm to 8:45pm: The Lord of the Rings is Back – and We’ve Got the Scoop!:
Middle-earth is back! Over 20 years since the release of Peter Jackson’s The Fellowship of the Ring TheOneRing.net the internet’s oldest and most trusted source for Tolkien fandom is back at NYCC to explore Prime Video’s new Lord of the Rings series The Rings of Power. With a combined 200 years of Tolkien fandom under their belts – and inside information! – the team from TORn will breakdown characters actors plot points and expectations for this multi-season multi-billion dollar effort.
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8:00pm to 9:00pm: Creator Connection: Facilitated Professional Networking:
Meet your next creative partner in this fun interactive networking session. Bring business cards & samples of your work. This is the panel that has literally helped complete strangers form creative teams and publish comic books. This is the original and best Creator Connection. Be there and launch your career. (Note: This is not a portfolio review. This is like speed dating for creators. Shy people welcome!) Why this panel? This is probably the most underrated panel of the entire show. We literally connect people in a meaningful and professional way. We demonstrate how to network as a professional how to follow up and how to continue the conversation after the convention. It gets people out of their seats to actually engage with each other and make creator connections!
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8:15pm to 9:15pm: Records of Anime: Collecting Anime Music Vinyl:
The hottest way to listen to anime music is on…records? Come and learn why you should be listening to anime music on vinyl, how to start collecting anime music on vinyl, what’s available, where to buy and upcoming releases. I will also be doing giveaways with vinyl prizes sponsored by Right Stuf Anime, Very Ok Vinyl and Light in the Attic!
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8:15pm to 10:15pm: What Happened To Steve Burns? [SEPARATELY TICKETED EVENT]:
Join us Saturday, October 8 to watch the original face of the much-loved Blue’s Clue’s series, Steve, share what happened to him after he left the television show. With his heartfelt and open approach that brought him into the spotlight, he candidly talks about the successes and, more importantly, the failures he has experienced along the way. There may be laughter, and there may even be tears, but this event is sure to be insightful, authentic, and uplifting. Tickets are $37.75 and give you access to this separately ticketed event. Please note: This event is hosted by New York Comic Con, but you do not need a ticket to NYCC to attend this event. For tickets, visit: https://www.newyorkcomiccon.com/en-us/buy/steve-burns-ticketed-event.html
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9:15pm to 11:15pm: NYCC Late Night Karaoke:
Take the stage and the mic to belt out your favorite tunes at NYCC Karaoke After Dark! Hop on the mic and sing your heart out or just sit back and enjoy the performances. Either way, you’re going to cap off the night at New York City Comic Con in style!
Room 406.1
9:15pm to 10:15pm: The Future is Black:
As AfroFuturism becomes more main stream how will it shape the landscape of animation comics and gaming.
Room 406.3
9:30pm to 11:00pm: Cosplay Central Crown Championships:
The EuroCosplay Championships and the Crown Championships of Cosplay have joined forces to create one global competition: The Cosplay Central Crown Championships! The global final will be held at C2E2 in 2023 and beyond. Craftsmanship is still at the heart of the championship. All of the entries will have their costume construction closely inspected by our judges, before they take to the stage and show off their creations with incredible costume presentations or scripted performances inspired by their characters.
Main Stage
9:30pm to 10:30pm: Sam Heughan [SEPARATELY TICKETED EVENT]:
Calling all Sassenachs – Outlander returns to NYCC, this year with a very special opportunity! For the first time in NYCC history, the one and only Sam Heughan will be doing small group meet & greets, photo ops and a special Q&A on the Empire Stage! There are a variety of different packages and opportunities accessible to all Outlander fans. Sam will be attending the show all day Saturday and part of Sunday! For more information about packages, please visit https://www.newyorkcomiccon.com/en-us/tickets/sam-heughan-meet-and-greets.html.
