Following the reveal of its San Diego Comic-Con 2026 exclusives, Titan Comics has revealed its full schedule for convention weekend, including creator signings with Kristin KreukAmanda ConnerJim Zub, and more at booth #5537.

Here are the details on Titan’s SDCC ’26 programming schedule.

Titan SDCC ’26 panels

All times are in PST.

Thursday, July 23

Conan the Barbarian: Beyond the Comics
10:30-11:30 a.m., Room 24ABC

The world of Conan is bigger than ever. Marcos Cronander (Heroic Signatures), Fred Malmberg (director), Shawn Curley (marketing creative director), and others share a look at what lies beyond the comic page, including new gaming projects, the Conan Exiles Remaster, merchandise reveals, and an update on an animated project in development. Moderated by Andrew Sumner (Forbidden Planet TV).

Night of the Living Dead: They’re Coming to Get You, Comic-Con!
1-2 p.m., Room 5AB

Horror history takes center stage with Night of the Living Dead: The Official Story of the Film, from Titan Books. Judith O’Dea (original cast member) and Jim Cirronella (Image Ten) share behind-the-scenes stories from the making of the 1968 classic, from its independent production outside the Hollywood system to its lasting cultural and social impact. Moderated by Andrew Sumner (Forbidden Planet TV).

Friday, July 24

Smallville‘s Kristin Kreuk: Black Star
10:30-11:30 a.m., Room 24ABC

Actor Kristin Kreuk (Burden of Truth, Murder in a Small Town) discusses her first comic book, Black Star, a Northern Gothic noir infused with horror and dark humor. Kreuk appears with co-writer Peter Mooney (Rookie Blue, Mistletoe Murders) and screenwriter Eric Putzer to discuss the creative process from concept to page and the eerie world behind the series. Moderated by Andrew Sumner (Forbidden Planet TV). Black Star #1 debuts at the convention with a special exclusive cover available only at the show.

Saturday, July 25

Blade Runner Comics: The Tokyo Nexus Saga
12-1 p.m., Room 4

This spotlight on the Tokyo Nexus comics saga with Jeff Conner (Alcon director of publishing) includes special video appearances from Nancy Collins (writer) and Mariano Taibo (artist), and David Leach (Blade Runner comics editor). The panel explores the expanding universe of Blade Runner comics with updates on current and upcoming series, including a first look at Blade Runner: Black Lotus – Underbelly. Moderated by Andrew Sumner (Forbidden Planet TV).

Conan the Barbarian: Tides of the Tyrant King
3-4 p.m., Room 28DE

Crom doesn’t care about you. Titan Comics and Heroic Signatures present updates and reveals from the world of Conan with award-winning writer Jim Zub, editor Chris Butera, and others discussing Conan the Barbarian, the new miniseries Tides of the Tyrant-King, and Savage Sword of Conan. The session also includes a creative team announcement and a first look at the long-awaited Kull comic. Moderated by Andrew Sumner (Forbidden Planet TV).

Titan SDCC ’26 signings

All signings are at Titan Comics booth #5537 unless otherwise noted. All times are in PST.

Thursday, July 23

  • 12-1 p.m.: Dean Kotz – Dead By Daylight: The Hillbilly #1 SDCC exclusive
  • 2:30-3:30 p.m.: Judith O’Dea – Night of the Living Dead: The Official Story of the Film

Friday, July 24

  • 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Judith O’Dea – Night of the Living Dead: The Official Story of the Film
  • 12-1 p.m.: Kristin KreukPeter MooneyEric Putzer – Black Star #1 SDCC exclusive at the Second Floor Sails Pavilion, AA03
  • 3-4 p.m.: Jim Zub – Conan the Barbarian #33 SDCC exclusive

Saturday, July 25

  • 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Tehani FarrAce ContinuadoJean Castro – Gun Honey Doubles Down #1
  • 1:30-2:30 p.m.: Joe Simko – Craniacs TPB
  • 3-4 p.m.: Roman Dirge – Lenore: Ghost Story #1 SDCC exclusive
  • 4:30-5:30 p.m.: Jim Zub – Conan the Barbarian #33 SDCC exclusive

Sunday, July 26

  • 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Andy BelangerJimmy PalmiottiAmanda Conner – Savage Sword of Conan #15

Stay tuned to The Beat for more news from SDCC ’26.

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