New York Comic Con 2019 kicked off Thursday, boasting a lineup packed with panels and screenings for fans of everything from “Batwoman” to “Snowpiercer.”
This year’s show includes slots for HBO’s eagerly anticipated “Watchmen” adaptation from Damon Lindelof, CBS All Access’ “Star Trek: Discovery” and the forthcoming “Star Trek: Picard,” AMC’s “Walking Dead” universe, a 20th anniversary tribute to “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” spinoff “Angel,” the return of Hulu’s “Castle Rock,” and the premiere of Netflix’s upcoming sci-fi series “Daybreak” — among many others.
Below you’ll find the list of must-see events for the fan convention, which runs Thursday, Oct. 3 to Sunday, Oct. 6.
Thursday, Oct. 3
Title: 20th Century Fox Panel: An Insider’s Look at “The King’s Man” and “Free Guy”
Time: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Main Stage
Description: 20th Century Fox will be at New York Comic Con with Criminal Masterminds, British Intelligence Agents, Despondent Bank Tellers & Biker Girls for An Insider’s Look at “The King’s Man” and “Free Guy.” This panel will introduce both films and feature exclusive conversations with the cast and filmmakers. “The King’s Man” is Matthew Vaughn’s origin story of Britain’s very first independent intelligence agency hitting theaters in February, and “Free Guy” is an adventure-comedy directed by Shawn Levy starring Ryan Reynolds as a forlorn bank teller who discovers he is a background character in an open world video game, in theaters in July.
Title: “Tell Me a Story” Special Sneak Peek of Season Two and Panel Discussion
Time: 1:45 p.m.-2:45 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A10
Description: Return to the world of “Tell Me A Story,” the hit psychological thriller created by Kevin Williamson. This season, be prepared to see the tales of three legendary princesses — “Beauty and the Beast,” “Sleeping Beauty” and “Cinderella” — like you’ve never seen them before as all-new characters navigate love, loss, romance and terror against the iconic backdrop of Music City — Nashville, Tenn. Join Kevin Williamson and the cast for an exclusive sneak peek at season two of the CBS All Access original series followed by a panel discussion.
Title: “Archer”: Discussion and Q&A
Time: 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Main Stage
Description: Archer, FXX’s award-winning animated comedy series, returns to the Big Apple following an explosive 10th season in which – spoiler alert!! – Sterling Archer wakes up from his three-year coma! Catch up on all the shenanigans in advance of Season 11 by joining the voice cast and executive producers for a lively, not-to-be-missed discussion and Q&A.
Title: USA’s “The Purge” Premiere Screening and Panel
Time: 2:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Hammerstein Ballroom
Description: Don’t miss the premiere screening of the new season’s first episode, followed by a panel with stars and creators. Derek Luke, Paola Nuñez, Joel Allen, Rochelle Aytes, James DeMonaco, James Roland and Krystal Houghton Ziv. Based on the popular film franchise, USA Network’s THE PURGE returns for its second season on October 15 at 9/8c on USA Network. This season, we’ll finally discover what happens the other 364 days of the year!
Title: “Emergence”
Time: 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A06
Description: Beyond explanation…beyond understanding…lies the truth. Join the Cast and Executive Producers of ABC’s captivating new drama series “Emergence” for a look at a gripping new episode prior to its airing followed by an exciting panel discussion. This character-driven genre thriller follows a police chief who takes in a young child she finds near the site of a mysterious accident who has no memory of what has happened. The investigation draws her into a conspiracy larger than she ever imagined, and the child’s identity is at the center of it all.
Title: “The Grudge”
Time: 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Main Stage
Description: Sony Pictures is proud to announce that we will be at NEW YORK COMIC CON next month with an exciting panel for our reimagining of the horror classic THE GRUDGE from Screen Gems. We are thrilled to have the film’s producer, Sam Raimi making his first New York Comic Con appearance, along with director Nicolas Pesce (The Eyes of My Mother, Piercing), and cast members Betty Gilpin (“Glow”) and Lin Shaye (Insidious).
Title: “Evil” Exclusive Screening and Panel Discussion
Time: 5:15 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A06
Description: “Evil” is a psychological mystery that examines the origins of evil along the dividing line between science and religion. The series focuses on a skeptical female psychologist who joins a priest-in-training and contractor as they investigate the Church’s backlog of unexplained mysteries, including supposed miracles, demonic possessions and hauntings. Their job is to assess if there’s a logical explanation or if something truly supernatural is at work. Please join series stars along with co-creators and executive producers Robert King and Michelle King for an exclusive sneak peek of the second episode followed by a panel discussion. “Evil” airs Thursdays on CBS.
Title: Netflix Presents: “Big Mouth”
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Main Stage
Description: Get comfortable being uncomfortable with your favorite puberty-driven animated series Big Mouth! Join Nick Kroll and cast, along with executive producers as they take on NYCC with hilarious clips and commentary from the highly-anticipated third season. Filled with complicated friendships, hormone monsters, musical numbers and everything in between, Big Mouth is bringing its most heartwarming and raunchy moments to Comic-Con with a super-sized panel not to be missed.
Title: “The Banana Splits Movie” Premiere Screening
Time: 6:45 p.m. -8:30 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A10
Description: The beloved children’s show is back… with a vengeance–a horrible, bloody vengeance! Join us for this exclusive screening and some side-splitting fun (literally). In this SYFY original movie, the characters (Fleegle, Bingo, Drooper and Snorky) from the 1968 children’s show, “The Banana Splits Adventure Hour,” go on a bloodthirsty rampage during a live taping of The Banana Splits TV show. It’s fun for the whole family! (You know, if you’re into ruining childhoods). A SYFY Original, THE BANANA SPLITS MOVIE will make its world television premiere on SYFY on Saturday, Oct. 12 at 9/8c.
Title: StarTalk Live at New York Comic Con, hosted by Neil deGrasse Tyson
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Main Stage
Description: StarTalk brings the universe of science fiction down to Earth and onto the main stage at NYCC Thursday night. Your own personal astrophysicist, Neil deGrasse Tyson, his comic co-host, and his special guests star in a live recording of the award-winning podcast where science, comedy, and pop-culture collide.
Title: Shudder’s “Creepshow” Series Screening
Time: 8 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A06
Description: Be among the first to see a new episode of the Shudder Original Series Creepshow, a horror anthology series from executive producer Greg Nicotero (The Walking Dead) based on George A. Romero’s iconic 1982 film famous for its tagline, “The Most Fun You’ll Ever Have Being Scared.” The series features stories by Stephen King, Joe Hill, Joe R. Lansdale, Josh Malerman and others. Special screening hosted by Shudder head curator, Sam Zimmerman.
Title: A Night With M. Night: Introducing “Servant” on Apple TV+
Time: 8:p.m. – 10 p.m.
Location: The Hammerstein Ballroom at the Manhattan Center
Description: An exclusive event with master storyteller M. Night Shyamalan as he introduces Servant, a new psychological thriller series coming to Apple TV+.
Servant follows a Philadelphia couple in mourning after an unspeakable tragedy creates a rift in their marriage and opens the door for a mysterious force to enter their home.
Please join M. Night Shyamalan, Tony Basgallop, and the cast including Lauren Ambrose, Toby Kebbell, Nell Tiger Free, and Rupert Grint.
Friday, Oct. 4
Title: Spongebob Appreciation Day
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: The Hammerstein Ballroom at the Manhattan Center
Description: Rev up those fryers because it’s SpongeBob Appreciation Day! SpongeBob’s Best Year ever continues with a table read of a fan-favorite episode and all the latest Bikini Bottom news. Bring it around town to hear from voice actors Tom Kenny (SpongeBob), Bill Fagerbakke (Patrick), Mr. Lawrence (Plankton) and Carolyn Lawrence (Sandy), along with co-executive producers Vincent Waller and Marc Ceccarelli about what it’s like to be part of this iconic Nickelodeon cartoon. So drop on the deck and flop like a fish, because we’re celebrating 20 years of nautical nonsense! The panel is moderated by Tara Bennett (SyFy Wire).
Title: Steven Universe
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Main Stage
Description: Need more Steven Universe The Movie? So do we! Relive the excitement with live musical performances from Steven Universe The Movie featuring Estelle (Garnet), Michaela Dietz (Amethyst), and Deedee Magno-Hall (Pearl). And that’s not all! Dive deeper into the Steven Universe mythology with discussions about the movie with creator, Rebecca Sugar. Plus, Q&A and maybe, just maybe, a surprise or two! This panel is made of the “True Kinda Love” (and awesomeness and other stuff too!)!
Title: “Resident Alien” World Premiere Screening and Panel
Time: 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Hammerstein Ballroom
Description: Be the first to see Alan Tudyk (Firefly, Rogue One) as an alien in SYFY’s upcoming comedy series RESIDENT ALIEN. Join Alan, cast members Sara Tomko (Once Upon a Time) and Corey Reynolds (The Closer), and writer/executive producer Chris Sheridan (Family Guy) for the world premiere screening of the series’ first episode, followed by a special Q&A. Set to premiere on SYFY in 2020, RESIDENT ALIEN is based on the Dark Horse comic and follows a stranded alien’s attempts to fit into small town American life… while continuing to pursue his own mysterious agenda.
Title: YOU WILL BE FOUND: Broadway’s “Dear Evan Hansen”
Time: 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Room 1A10
Description: The Tony & Grammy Award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen has been called “a cultural phenomenon” by the Los Angeles Times and been declared “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history” by the Washington Post. Now in its third year on Broadway, this deeply personal and profoundly contemporary musical is also playing across North America and in London. Join current Broadway cast members (including Andrew Barth Feldman, who plays Evan Hansen) and creative team members from the groundbreaking hit show as they discuss responsibly bringing the mental health conversation to Broadway, being one of the first musicals to authentically tackle the complicated world of social media, and balancing the show’s challenging themes with its humor.
Title: Nickelodeon’s “Are You Afraid of the Dark?”
Time: 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: The Hammerstein Ballroom at the Manhattan Center
Description: Just in time for Halloween, let’s celebrate the return of the Midnight Society! Light the campfire and grab the Midnight Dust, because we’re telling you the tale of how Nickelodeon’s iconic horror series has been reimagined for a new generation. Featuring stars Lyliana Wray (Top Gun: Maverick), Sam Ashe Arnold (Best. Worst. Weekend. Ever.), Miya Cech (Rim of the World), Jeremy Ray Taylor (It Chapter Two), Tamara Smart (Artemis Fowl), and Rafael Casal (Blindspotting). Writer/Executive Producer BenDavid Grabinski will also be on hand to share stories from the making of the limited series and show an exclusive clip.
Title: HBO “Watchmen” Screening and Panel
Time: 3:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Main Stage
Description: Set in an alternate history where masked vigilantes are treated as outlaws, HBO’s upcoming series Watchmen embraces the nostalgia of the original groundbreaking graphic novel of the same name while breaking new ground of its own. From the executive producer of The Leftovers, Damon Lindelof’s new series is set in contemporary 2019 where 30 years have passed since the original Watchmen story. Please join producers Lindelof, Nicole Kassell, series stars Regina King, Jeremy Irons and many more for an exclusive sneak peek of the first episode of the HBO series followed by a panel discussion.
Title: All Elite Wrestling on TNT with Chris Jericho, Jon Moxley, Brandi Rhodes and more
Time: 4:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A10
Description: All Elite Wrestling (AEW) is giving fans a new wrestling experience for the first time in 20 years. AEW is about more than wrestling. It’s a movement fueled by fans, offering fun, gripping and authentic athletic matches every week. AEW’s diverse roster of world-class wrestlers is poised to bring a new spirit, freshness and energy to wrestling. Join Chris Jericho, Jon Moxley, Brandi Rhodes, Awesome Kong (Kia Stevens), Nyla Rose and Jungle Boy (Jack Perry) for a ringside view of the revolution on TNT, which premieres live on Wednesday, Oct. 2 from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. ET.
Title: Adult Swim’s “Robot Chicken”
Time: 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Location: The Hammerstein Ballroom at The Manhattan Center
Description: It’s happening! Season 10 is upon us! To mark this historic occasion, Robot Chicken returns to NYCC ready to celebrate ten seasons of Emmy Award-winning stop-motion animated insanity! We’re talking teaser trailers, brand-new clips, and sneak peeks behind the scenes. Co-creators and executive producers Seth Green and Matthew Senreich are joined by actor/writer Breckin Meyer, actor/writer Milana Vayntrub, writer/director Tom Sheppard, and executive producer John Harvatine IV. Robot Chicken premieres Sept. 29 at midnight (ET/PT) on Adult Swim.
Title: Adult Swim’s “Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal”
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: The Hammerstein Ballroom at the Manhattan Center
Description: Emmy-winning creator, Genndy Tartakovsky (Dexter’s Laboratory, Samurai Jack), brings his newest and most daring work to NYCC. This half-hour new series follows a caveman at the dawn of evolution and a dinosaur on the brink of extinction. Bonded by tragedy, this unlikely friendship becomes the only hope of survival in a violent, primordial world. Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal roars to life in a 5-night special event, starting Monday, Oct. 7 at midnight (ET/PT) on Adult Swim.
Title: “Marvel’s Runaways”
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden
Description: “Marvel’s Runaways” is headed back to Madison Square Garden with an action-packed panel you won’t want to miss! Be the first to experience the premiere episode of the highly-anticipated third season with the stars and creative forces of “Marvel’s Runaways.” After the exclusive screening, join Jeph Loeb, Head of Marvel Television, along with the cast and executive producers, to discuss what’s to come in season three. All episodes of “Marvel’s Runaways” Season 3 drop on Friday, Dec. 13 only on Hulu.
Title: “Impractical Jokers”: From Staten Island to The Misery Index and Beyond
Time: 6:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Main Stage
Description: The stars of truTV’s Impractical Jokers – Brian “Q” Quinn, James “Murr” Murray, Joe Gatto and Sal Vulcano – are back at NYCC to talk about their journey from high school friends to the stars of their own TV show. Watch a never-before-seen IJ clip and hear the guys answer questions about their new season and their triumphant 200th episode shot in a mystery location. Nothing is off limits as they dish about the good, the bad and the misery… index, that is! They’ll also be joined by Jameela Jamil (The Good Place) to introduce you to their new game show The Misery Index coming to TBS on Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 10 p.m. ET/PT!
Title: Netflix Presents: “Daybreak” Exclusive NYCC World Premiere
Time: 6:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A06
Description: High school isn’t the end of the world … until it is. Don’t miss the world premiere of “Daybreak” during NYCC! Be among the first to enter this Mad Max-style world populated by marauding gangs of jocks, gamers, 4-H Clubbers and other fearless tribes, who are fighting for survival in the wake of a nuclear blast. Part genre apocalypse, part samurai saga, part comedy, part graphic drama, part coming of age story and part battle royale… This is the best apocalypse ever. Oh, we forgot…plus a dash of “American Ninja Idol.” Think you have it figured out? Trust us, you don’t. Participants include: cast members include Matthew Broderick, Colin Ford, Sophie Simnet, Austin Crute, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Jeante Godlock, Cody Kearsley and Gregory Kasyan; and executive producers Aron Coleite, Brad Peyton and Jeff Fierson.
Title: Syfy Wire Hosts “The Great Debate”
Time: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Location: Hammerstein Ballroom
Description: Some of the GREATEST questions in geekdom will be settled in the return of SYFY WIRE’s The Great Debate, pitting proud celebrity nerds against each other for hilariously epic debates. Who is cooler, Wolverine or Han Solo? Were the Smurfs delightful, or kinda terrifying? Would you rather have a Green Lantern ring or a Wizard Wand? We give you a paddle, YOU vote on the winners. So, judge wisely and remember…with great paddle comes great responsibility! (Plus it works as a pretty sweet fan for when things heat up.) And bring your own hot topics to present to the panel, so they can fight ’em out. Let’s settle this inside!
Title: World Premiere of Wonder Woman: Bloodlines
Time: 7:45 p.m. – 9:45 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Main Stage
Description: Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, DC and Warner Bros. Animation invite New York Comic Con attendees to experience the World Premiere of the latest DC Universe Movie, Wonder Woman: Bloodlines. In the film, Amazon princess Diana of Themyscira chooses to save fighter pilot Steve Trevor and return him to his home in America – setting in motion one of Wonder Woman’s most captivating chapters. Fulfilling the role of both ambassador as well as protector, Diana soon earns the name Wonder Woman from the gracious people of Earth. Equally strong in body, heart and will, she makes it her mission to help a troubled young girl enlisted by a deadly organization known as Villainy, Inc., whose criminal members have their sights set on invading Themyscira. Prepare for a thrilling quest packed with brutal battles, mysterious mythology and endless wonder! See the film, then stay for an entertaining panel discussion with stars and filmmakers. Rosario Dawson (Jane the Virgin, Rent, Luke Cage) returns as the voice of Wonder Woman for the sixth time, leading a sensational Wonder Woman: Bloodlines voice cast that includes Jeffrey Donovan (Fargo, Burn Notice) as Steve Trevor, Marie Avgeropoulos (The 100) as Silver Swan, Adrienne C. Moore (Orange Is the New Black) as Etta Candy, Kimberly Brooks (DC Super Hero Girls, Mass Effect, Winx Club) as The Cheetah & Giganta, Courtenay Taylor (Regular Show, Fallout 4) as Dr. Poison, Constance Zimmer (Entourage, House of Cards) as Veronica Cale, Nia Vardalos (My Big Fat Greek Wedding) as Julia Kapatelis, Michael Dorn (Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Arrow) as Ferdinand, Cree Summer (Batman Beyond, Rugrats) as Hippolyta, and Mozhan Marno (The Blacklist, House of Cards) as Dr. Cyber. Producer Sam Liu (Reign of the Supermen) and Justin Copeland (Batman: Hush) co-direct from a script by Mairghread Scott (Justice League Action). James Tucker (Batman: Hush) is executive producer. Warner Bros. Home Entertainment presents Wonder Woman: Bloodlines on Digital starting October 5, 2019, and on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack and Blu-ray Combo Pack on Oct. 22.
Saturday, Oct. 5
Title: “Angel” – The 20th Anniversary Panel
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: The Hammerstein Ballroom at the Manhattan Center
Description: On Oct. 5, 1999 Angel, the incredible spin-off from Buffy the Vampire Slayer debuted. On Oct. 5, 2019 we reassemble the cast on the stage of the Hammerstein Theater to honor a truly groundbreaking show on its 20th Anniversary. Moderated by Clare Kramer (Buffy the Vampire Slayer).
Title: “The Walking Dead” Universe, Including AMC’s Flagship Series and the Untitled New Third Series Within the “Walking Dead” Franchise
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden
Description: The Walking Dead
The Walking Dead is a story that started 10 years ago with one man trying to find his family. That family grew and gradually communities took shape. They fought and survived, thrived and gave birth to a new generation. Season 10 picks up a few months from where we left off, with the collected communities still dealing with the after effects of Alpha and the Whisperers horrific display of power, reluctantly respecting the new borderlines being imposed on them, all while organizing themselves into a militia-style fight force, preparing for a battle that may be unavoidable. The Whisperers are a threat unlike any they have ever faced, and the very idea of whether civilization can survive in a world filled with the dead hangs in the balance. The series’ milestone 10th season returns on October 6.The untitled third series in the Walking Dead Universe will focus on the first generation to come-of-age in the apocalypse.
Title: Amazon Prime Video Takeover Featuring “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan” and “The Expanse”
Time: 10:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Main Stage
Description: Join stars and producers from Amazon Prime Video’s Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan and The Expanse for world premiere screenings and individual Q&A sessions on the Javits Main Stage.
Title: “Snowpiercer” Panel and Exclusive Sneak Peek
Time: 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: The Hammerstein Ballroom at the Manhattan Center
Description: Set more than seven years after the world has become a frozen wasteland, Snowpiercer centers on the remnants of humanity who inhabit a 1001 car, perpetually-moving train that circles the globe. Class warfare, social injustice and the politics of survival play out in this riveting television adaptation, based on the acclaimed movie and graphic novel series of the same name. TBS offers a brand-new sneak peek of the highly anticipated post-apocalyptic sci-fi thriller coming this spring, along with a panel featuring stars Jennifer Connelly, Daveed Diggs, Alison Wright, Mickey Sumner, Lena Hall, Steven Ogg and EP / showrunner Graeme Manson.
Title: “Lincoln” Panel
Time: 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A10
Description: Universal Television presents NBC’s new drama, “Lincoln” at New York Comic Con 2019. Inspired by the best-selling book The Bone Collector, former NYPD detective and forensic genius, Lincoln Rhyme, joins forces with intuitive young officer, Amelia Sachs, to crack the city’s most confounding cases as they also race to take down the enigmatic Bone Collector who brought them together. Join the cast and executive producers of “Lincoln” for a Q&A session.
Title: “Star Trek” Universe Panel
Time: 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden
Description: Over 50 years ago, the world was first introduced to what would quickly become a cultural phenomenon for the ages. “Star Trek” broke barriers then and continues to do so now, inspiring people of all generations and walks of life with its celebration of cultural diversity, scientific exploration and the pursuit of uncharted frontiers. Today, the Star Trek universe continues to thrive, exploring all-new missions for Starfleet. CBS All Access invites you to join Sonequa Martin-Green, cast and producers of its hit Star Trek series including “Star Trek: Discovery” and Sir Patrick Stewart, cast and producers from the highly anticipated “Star Trek: Picard.”
Title: FX’s “DEVS”: An Exclusive First Look at Alex Garland’s Television Debut
Time: 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: The Hammerstein Ballroom at the Manhattan Center
Description: From visionary screenwriter/director/filmmaker Alex Garland (Ex Machina, Annihilation) comes FX’s “DEVS,” a high-tech suspense thriller about a young software engineer who investigates the secretive development division of her employer, which she believes is behind the murder of her boyfriend. Please join Alex Garland and cast for an exclusive sneak peek and must-see conversation about this electrifying new limited series. DEVS premieres on FX in 2020.
Title: Netflix Presents: “Lost In Space”
Time: 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Main Stage
Description: Danger, New York Comic Con! The Robinson family is back, but have you seen our Robot? Get an exclusive first look at Season 2 of Netflix’s visually-stunning, epic family adventure, “Lost in Space,” before the series returns later this year! Separated from The Resolute and stranded on a new mysterious, exotic and toxic planet the Robinson family, alongside the conniving Dr. Smith, charismatic Don West and… of course… Debbie the Chicken, must work together to find their way back to the mothership and Will’s beloved Robot. Join the cast as they unveil a sneak peek and break down what’s to come on their great adventure through space in season two.
Title: “For All Mankind”: Exclusive Sneak Peek and Panel
Time: 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: The Hammerstein Ballroom at the Manhattan Center
Description: Early look screening and Q&A event featuring the cast and crew of For All Mankind, a new alternate history drama series coming to Apple TV+.
For All Mankind imagines a world where the global space race never ended, through the lives of NASA astronauts — the heroes and rock stars of their time — and their families on the ground.
Please join Ronald D. Moore, Maril Davis, Ben Nedivi, Matt Wolpert, and the cast including Joel Kinnaman, Michael Dorman, Sarah Jones, Shantel VanSanten, Jodi Balfour and Wrenn Schmidt.
Title: “Tacoma FD”: From Super Troopers to a Sizzling Hit TV Show
Time: 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A21
Description: After lighting up movie screens with films like Super Troopers, Club Dread and Beerfest, Broken Lizard’s Kevin Heffernan and Steve Lemme have translated their brand of comedy to the small screen with Tacoma FD, a new breakout comedy on truTV about the fun and hijinks that take place inside a firehouse in one of the wettest cities in America. Join Heffernan and Lemme – along with series co-stars Eugene Cordero (Black Monday, The Good Place), Marcus Henderson (Get Out, Snowfall), Gabriel Hogan (Condor) and Hassie Harrison (Southbound, The Iron Orchard) – as they reveal all of the “behind-the-mustache” secrets about making films, the genesis of their first TV series, what happened when they met the REAL Tacoma FD and what’s on tap for season two!
Title: J.J. Abrams & Stephen King’s “Castle Rock”
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden
Description: Season Two World Premiere Screening and Panel — Hulu’s hit psychological-horror series returns! Set in the Stephen King multiverse, Castle Rock combines the mythological scale and intimate character storytelling of King’s best-loved works, weaving an epic saga of darkness and light, played out on a few square miles of Maine woodland. Castle Rock is an original suspense/thriller — a first-of-its-kind reimagining that explores the themes and worlds uniting the entire King canon, and that brings some of his most iconic and beloved characters together in the heart of the King universe. Season two stars Lizzy Caplan, Tim Robbins, Paul Sparks, Yusra Warsama, Barkhad Abdi and Elsie Fisher. Castle Rock premieres Wednesday, Oct. 23, only on Hulu.
Title: “Marvel’s Hero Project”
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A06
Description: In life, it doesn’t take wearing a suit of iron, carrying a mythical hammer or swinging from spider webs to be a real hero. Sometimes the person who can make a positive difference in the world is the person who simply sees a problem and has the passion to find a creative solution. Come experience, for the first time ever at NYCC, “Marvel’s Hero Project” – an inspiring, brand-new, unscripted series that reveals the remarkable, positive change several young, real life heroes are making in their own communities. Join some of the creative team behind this series for a world premiere screening of the first episode along with a special Q&A that you won’t want to miss! “Marvel’s Hero Project” will premiere with the launch of the new streaming service Disney+ on Nov. 12, 2019.
Title: “Full Frontal with Samantha Bee” Presents Next Year’s Biggest Blockbuster: “Election 2020”
Time: 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A10
Description Since 2016, Full Frontal with Samantha Bee has been leading the late-night zeitgeist of political satire and social commentary with new inventive delivery, formats and technology! Just before this landmark Emmy-winning show premiered, Samantha took to the NYCC stage to give a special sneak peek of her show for the NYCC audience in fall 2015. Now four years later, she is excited to return to NYCC with a panel that will tease next year’s biggest blockbuster yet: “Election 2020.” Full Frontal airs Wednesdays at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT on TBS.
Title: “Deadly Class”
Time: 4:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A06
Description: Gone, but not forgotten. Join the cast of this canceled too soon cult favorite to rejoice in the lessons we all learned at Kings Dominion. Moderated by Emily Longeretta (Us Weekly).
Title: “Outlander”
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden
Description: Join the creators and cast of the hit STARZ Original Series for a discussion on the series so far and what is to come in Season 5.
Title: Syfy and IDW Entertainment’s “Wynonna Earp”
Time: 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Location: Hammerstein Ballroom
Description: Don’t stop Earping! SYFY’s hit series and the 2018 People’s Choice Award Winner for Best Sci-Fi/Fantasy Show is back and better than ever. Join show creator Emily Andras, with cast members Melanie Scrofano, Dominique Provost-Chalkley and Katherine Barrell as they look back at favorite moments in the series and discuss the upcoming fourth season. Hell yeah, Earpers!
Title: Spotlight Panel featuring Warren Ellis (Creator, Writer, Executive Producer), James Callis (Voice of Alucard) and Graham McTavish (Voice of Dracula), and More!
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Description: Get an in-depth look into Frederator Studio’s Castlevania – the hit Netflix Anime Original Series – with members of the cast and the creative team!
Title: “Reprisal” Screening and Panel
Time: 7 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A10
Description: From the executive producer of “The Handmaid’s Tale,” comes Hulu’s new drama series “Reprisal.” Premiering at New York Comic Con, the hyper-noir story follows a relentless femme fatale (Abigail Spencer) who, after being left for dead, sets out to take revenge against her brother and his bombastic gang of gearheads. The thriller examines the intricacies of family – both the one you’re born with, and the one you make along the way. The series stars Abigail Spencer, Rodrigo Santoro, Mena Massoud, Rhys Wakefield, Madison Davenport, Gilbert Owuor, David Dastmalchian, W. Earl Brown, Craig Tate, Wavyy Jonez, Shane Callahan, and Rory Cochrane. All episodes of “Reprisal” will premiere on Friday, Dec. 6 only on Hulu.
Title: “Next”
Time: 7:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A06
Description: Coming to FOX in 2020, join us for a sneak peek screening of the premiere of “neXt”, a propulsive, fact-based thriller about the emergence of a deadly, rogue artificial intelligence that combines pulse-pounding action with an examination of how technology is invading our lives and transforming us in ways we don’t yet understand. “neXt” stars John Slattery (“Mad Men”) as a Silicon Valley pioneer, who teams with cybercrime agent Fernanda Andrade (“The First”), to fight a villain unlike anything we’ve ever seen. Panelists to include creator and executive producer Manny Coto (“24”), executive producers and directors John Requa and Glenn Ficarra (“This Is Us”) and cast including Fernanda Andrade, Michael Mosley (“Ozark”), Jason Butler Harner (“Ozark”) and Eve Harlow (“Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.”) for a moderated conversation and fan Q&A.
Title: AMC Presents a Special Advanced Screening of the Season 10 premiere of “The Walking Dead”
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden
Description: A portion of the seats at Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden will be filled via the pre-show lottery. For more details visit: NYCC19.com/lottery.
Sunday, Oct. 6
Title: “Riverdale” Special Video Presentation and Q&A
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden
Description: Now that the Gargoyle King has been revealed, The Black Hood is dead and Hiram is in jail, can Archie and the gang have a normal senior year? “Riverdale” returns for its second appearance at New York Comic Con to discuss the new mysteries of season four, including the shocking finale flash forward and what it means for Jughead and the others. Based on the characters from Archie Comics and produced by Berlanti Productions (The Flash, Supergirl, Blindspot, Arrow, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow) in association with Warner Bros. Television and CBS Television Studios, this one-hour drama is a bold, subversive take on the surreality of small-town life. Join us for a special video presentation followed by a Q&A with series stars Mädchen Amick, Marisol Nichols, Mark Consuelos and Skeet Ulrich, plus executive producer Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa. “Riverdale” returns for season four Oct. 9, airing Wednesdays at 8/7c on The CW.
Title: “Manifest” Special Video Presentation and Q&A
Time: 11:35 a.m. – 12:05 p.m.
Location: Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden
Description: Last season’s breakout hit drama returns with more heart-pounding mystery and answers to some of season one’s biggest questions! When Montego Air Flight 828 landed safely in New York after a turbulent but routine flight, the crew and passengers were relieved. Yet in the span of those few hours, the world had aged five years and their friends, families and colleagues, after mourning their loss, had given up hope and moved on. Now, faced with the impossible, they’re all given a second chance. But as their new realities become clear, a deeper mystery unfolds and some of the returned passengers soon realize they may be meant for something greater than they ever thought possible. Join the series cast and executive producer/creator Jeff Rake as they delve even further into the mystery of Flight 828, and offer a special sneak peek at some exclusive new footage! Manifest’s second season will air midseason on NBC, and is produced by Compari Entertainment in association with Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television.
Title: “Roswell, New Mexico” Special Video Presentation and Q&A
Time: 12:10 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden
Description: Following the shocking season one finale where Max used his powers to resurrect Rosa while not realizing that he was sacrificing his own life in the process, join the “Roswell, New Mexico” team as they return for a second appearance at New York Comic Con! In season two, Liz mourns her lost love by seeking comfort in science, both earthly and extraterrestrial, as Rosa turns to Kyle to help her find her place in the unfamiliar territory of 2019. In their grief, Isobel explores potentially dangerous methods of self-defense, and Michael spirals into some old bad habits, putting his relationships with Maria and Alex at risk. Join us for a special video presentation followed by a Q&A with series stars Jeanine Mason, Nathan Dean Parsons, Michael Vlamis, Lily Cowles and Tyler Blackburn, along with executive producers Carina Adly MacKenzie, Chris Hollier and Julie Plec. “Roswell, New Mexico” will return midseason on The CW.
Title: DreamWorks She-Ra and the Princesses of Power, a Netflix Original Series
Time: 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Main Stage
Description: Join cast and creators for a discussion of the hit animated series.
Title: “Harley Quinn” Screening
Time: 1:05 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden
Description: Catch an early look at this upcoming adult animated action-comedy series coming soon to DC UNIVERSE. Harley Quinn puts everyone’s favorite Gotham villainess front and center as Harley has finally broken things off with the Joker and attempts to make it on her own as the criminal Queenpin of Gotham City. Voicing the title role of Harley Quinn, Kaley Cuoco (The Big Bang Theory) leads an all-star comedic voice cast which includes Lake Bell (Bless This Mess), Alan Tudyk (Doom Patrol), Tony Hale (Veep), Ron Funches (Powerless), JB Smoove (Spiderman: Far From Home), Jason Alexander (Seinfeld), Diedrich Bader (Veep), Chris Meloni (Happy!), Jim Rash (Community), Wanda Sykes (Black-ish) and so many more. Harley Quinn is produced by Ehsugadee Productions in association with Warner Bros. Animation, with executive producers Kaley Cuoco, Sam Register, Justin Halpern, Patrick Schumacker and Dean Lorey.
Title: “Batwoman” Pilot Screening and Q&A
Time: 1:35 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Location: Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden
Description: Armed with a passion for social justice and a flair for speaking her mind, Kate Kane soars onto the streets of Gotham as Batwoman, an out lesbian and highly trained street fighter primed to snuff out the failing city’s criminal resurgence. But don’t call her a hero yet. In a city desperate for a savior, Kate must overcome her own demons before embracing the call to be Gotham’s symbol of hope. Join cast and producers for a screening of the pilot, followed by a Q&A. From executive producers Greg Berlanti (Arrow, The Flash, Supergirl), Caroline Dries (The Vampire Diaries, Smallville), Geoff Johns (Arrow, The Flash, Titans) and Sarah Schechter (Arrow, The Flash, Supergirl), Batwoman stars Ruby Rose (Orange Is the New Black, The Meg, XXX: Return of Xander Cage), Rachel Skarsten (Reign, Fifty Shades of Grey, Lost Girl), Meagan Tandy (Survivor’s Remorse, UnREAL, Teen Wolf), Nicole Kang (You), Camrus Johnson (Luke Cage, The Sun Is Also a Star), Elizabeth Anweis (Twin Peaks) and Dougray Scott (Taken 3, Hitman, Mission: Impossible 2). Marcos Siega (You, God Friended Me, Blindspot) directed the pilot, for which he also served as executive producer alongside David Nutter (Game of Thrones, Arrow, The Flash). “Batwoman” premieres Oct. 6, airing Sundays at 8/7c on The CW. Based on characters from DC, the series is produced by Berlanti Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television.
Title: “Nancy Drew” Screening and Panel Discussion
Time: 2 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A06
Description: Nancy Drew is a brilliant teenaged detective whose sense of self had come from solving mysteries in her hometown of Horseshoe Bay, Maine – until her mother’s untimely death derails Nancy’s college plans. Devastated by her mother’s passing, Nancy swears off crime-solving but when a socialite is murdered, Nancy finds herself embroiled in a ghostly murder investigation. A supernatural presence begins to haunt Nancy’s investigation and she discovers that the current crime has an astonishing connection to the unsolved murder of a local girl. Whether the ghost is here to help, or hinder Nancy remains to be seen, but one thing’s for sure: Nancy’s going to have to unravel the clues from both the living and the dead to solve the crimes. Please join series stars and executive producers for a sneak peek of the first episode followed by a panel discussion. “Nancy Drew” will air Wednesdays this fall on The CW.
Title: “The Orville”
Time: 3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Main Stage
Description: Emmy-nominated series “The Orville” is back for season 3 and heading to New York! Join the dynamic crew of the U.S.S. Orville: Adrianne Palicki, Penny Johnson Jerald, Scott Grimes, Peter Macon, Jessica Szohr, J Lee, Mark Jackson & Chad L. Coleman and Executive Producers David A. Goodman, Jon Cassar & Brannon Braga to celebrate the show and learn about its exciting, new adventures on Hulu!
Title: “Charmed” Exclusive Screening and Panel Discussion
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Location: Javits Convention Center – Room 1A06
Description: The much-anticipated reboot of the iconic series “Charmed” is back for its second season and our Charmed Ones are thrust into a New World Order unlike anything they’ve ever imagined. After the tragic loss of their mother, three sisters came together to discover they are formidable witches, and under the guidance of their Whitelighter Harry, the Power of Three successfully stopped the impending apocalypse. But saving the world is a tall order, especially when you’re not even sure what your place is in that world and now the whole magical community is looking to you. Between vanquishing supernatural demons, tearing down the patriarchy and maintaining familial bonds, a witch’s work is never done. Please join series stars Melonie Diaz, Sarah Jeffery, Madeleine Mantock, Rupert Evans and showrunners Liz Kruger and Craig Shapiro for an exclusive sneak peek of the Season 2 premiere of The CW series followed by a panel discussion. “Charmed” airs Fridays on The CW.