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SDCC ’26: The video that Marvel EIC Stephen Wacker doesn’t want you to see

A long lost comedy video of Steve Wacker auditioning for the legendary Broadway bomb Spider-Man Turn Off The Dark was shown at SDCC

SDCC ’26: Is Hall H going away?

At the Con Talk Back panel, SDCC's David Glanzer revealed that they might consider turning Hall H back into exhibit space.

SDCC ’26: MARVEL and KADOKAWA announce partnership

Announced at San Diego Comic-Con, a new collaboration between Marvel and Japanese publisher Kadokawa will see five new series.

SDCC ‘26: The SPACEBALLS: THE NEW ONE panel unveils the Almighty Schwartz Saga

The cast of the long-awaited sequel discusses how the project came to be, and its place in the larger Spaceballs Cinematic Universe.

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Latest Comics News

DARKROOM enters the anime streaming market

Anime streaming platform Darkroom looks to carve a niche in anime streaming with older, harder to find works.

SDCC ’26: This FREE SDCC oral history panel is open to the public

If you're in San Diego on July 23, check out this free SDCC oral history panel about the convention's creation and growth.

SDCC ’26: Levine Querido spotlights JULIE FIVEASH

Publisher Levine Querido will spotlight Native American cartoonist Julie Fiveash, debut author of The Froggy Library, at San Diego Comic-Con.

G.I. JOE/TOMB RAIDER crossover series incoming

The five-issue Real American Hero spin-off, by Kyle Higgins and Elena Casagrande, will begin at Skybound on October 7.

SDCC ’26: Street Noise Books highlights author MELISSA CHAN

You Must Take Part in Revolution author Melissa Chan will be a panelist at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, where she will also be signing for fans.

Exclusive Excerpt: TO DANCE THE MOON AND STARS offers sacrifice and romantasy

Enjoy an excerpt from To Dance the Moon and Stars by Tasia M S and Barbara Perez Marquez, a new romantasy graphic novel.

Manga and Anime News

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: CREDITS ROLL INTO THE SEA sets sail

This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers THE SECOND ALPHA, URUSEI YATSURA and THE CREDITS ROLL INTO THE SEA.

SDCC ’26: MARVEL and KADOKAWA announce partnership

Announced at San Diego Comic-Con, a new collaboration between Marvel and Japanese publisher Kadokawa will see five new series.

SDCC ’26: Yen Press announces #IMLOOKINGFORZOMBIES omnibus, CHAMPIGNON WITCH, more

At its SDCC industry panel, Yen Press announced nine manga licenses including an #ImLookingForZombies omnibus and one light novel.

SDCC ’26: Mahjong Pros announces AKAYOROSHI & BIRD – MAHJONG’S DEADLIEST VS. THE MASTER ILLUSIONIST

Mahjong Pros announced two licenses at SDCC: Akayoroshi - Hanafuda Shadow Games and Bird - Mahjong's Deadliest vs. The Master Illusionist.

SDCC ’26: MY HERO ACADEMIA celebrates 10 years

The My Hero Academia panel at San Diego Comic-Con 2026 reflected on the anime series' first 10 years, including lessons learned.

SDCC ’26: Manga Mavericks announces OUR INSIGNIFICANT JUSTICE, more DIVINE MESSENGERS & DEMONIC GUARDIANS

At SDCC 2026, Manga Mavericks announced Our Insignificant Justice and Divine Messengers & Demonic Guardians, Chapter 5.

Business News

Paramount-Warner Bros. merger on hold until mid-2027

The decision was made after a district judge denied a request to overturn a TRO blocking the merger this week.

SDCC ’26: Shots Fired – Prana vs ComicsPRO

Prana DMS's Atom Freeman complains that Retailer Day presentations are too short, ComicsPro fires back

Silver Sprocket Artists Collective releases statement alleging ongoing issues

The Silver Sprocket Artists Collective has released a public statement accusing the publisher of delayed payment and poor treatment.

The Big Shake-up: Marvel Comics to Burbank, Wacker in as editor-in-chief

In a surprising but not shocking move, Marvel Comics will join Disney in Burbank, and industry veteran Steve Wacker will take over as editor in chief

Sales Charts: Neon Ichiban releases Top 100 for June, led by Mega Man

Neon Ichiban has released their first sales chart, and it's got a VERY surprising comic book at #1: Udon's Mega Man #4

Indie comic creators left in limbo as Comix Wellspring suspends operations

The popular printer for independent creators and publishers is temporarily suspending all operations.

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Entertainment

SDCC ’26: Jay and Silent Bob find a higher calling with JOINT VENTURE farm sim game

Announced during Kevin Smith's annual Saturday night Hall H panel, the game is expected to be released in late Spring 2027 on Steam/PC.

TV Review: BATMAN – CAPED CRUSADER Season 2 excels with Jokes & Riddles

Batman: Caped Crusader's second season expands Batman and Gotham with bold reinterpretations of iconic villains, outstanding voice performances, and richer character dynamics.

SDCC ’26: Watch the trailer for Bill Sienkiewicz documentary THAT POLISH GUY

ComicBookPros released the first trailer for Bill Sienkiewicz documentary That Polish Guy at San Diego Comic-Con.

SDCC ’26: Food and fun at the HULU ANIMAYHEM activation

Comics Beat visits the annual Hulu Animayhem activation at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, feat. Futurama and King of the Hill.

[UPDATED] SDCC ’26: AVATAR AANG ChatGPT controversy, explained

A slide at the SDCC Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender panel cited ChatGPT, prompting a wave of controversy for the film.

SDCC ’26: AVATAR AANG costume designs show growth

Ahead of the premiere of Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender,...

Wrestling News and History

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Danhausen just won the Knicks an NBA championship

A simple uncursing ended a 53-year championship drought.

Girls just wanna have San Diego Comic-Con exclusive Cyndi Lauper WWE action figures

Mattel Creations has announced a San Diego Comic-Con 2026 exclusive WWE action figure 3-pack featuring Cindi Lauper on Piper's Pit.

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Thank God For The New Day

Don't you dare be sour -- clap for ya bois that know their worth and FEEEEEL THA POWWAAAA!!

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Wrestlemania? More like Admania

Did Hulk Hogan get more screentime than most matches?

Turnbuckle BEATDown: John Cena’s Career is Compromised to a Permanent End

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