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USA Today
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
San Diego Comic-Con 2025 kicks off this month: Dates and tickets
Countless superheroes, anime stars and video game protagonists – or those dressed up as – will soon gather in San Diego for one of the most beloved pop culture events: San Diego Comic-Con. This year's San Diego Comic Con is July 24-27 at the San Diego Convention Center. Attendee badges have already sold out for the event, but if you missed out on grabbing a spot this year, there are still ways to watch the convention from home. The original concept of Comic-Con was established in the early 1970s, and in 1995, the group changed its name to Comic-Con International: San Diego. In recent years, the convention has welcomed more than 130,000 attendees, according to the San Diego Comic Con website. The weekend-long event isn't limited to comic books, as fans of movies, television, video games and board games. Attendees can watch panels featuring some of the year's hottest pop culture stars, explore hundreds of unique vendors, and of course, cosplay as their favorite characters. Here's what to know about San Diego Comic-Con 2025. When is San Diego Comic-Con? San Diego Comic Con 2025 is Thursday, July 24 through Sunday, July 27. Where is San Diego Comic-Con? The event takes place at the San Diego Convention Center. How much are San Diego Comic-Con tickets? San Diego Comic Con's tickets are called "Badges." All attendee badges for this year's San Diego Comic-Con have been sold, the website states. Badges for new and returning attendees open the fall before the upcoming year's convention. For reference, here are the badge prices for this year's San Diego Comic Con: *Children under the age of 12 are free with a paying adult. Children ages 13-17 and seniors who are 60 and up are eligible for discounted badge prices. How do you secure badges to San Diego Comic-Con? Badges for new and returning San Diego Comic Con attendees open in the fall before the upcoming year's convention. Keep an eye on the SDCC website later this summer to learn about the 2026 schedule. What celebrities will be at San Diego Comic-Con? As of July 1, San Diego Comic-Con had not yet announced what celebrities would be at the convention. The convention's full schedule will be posted closer to its start date. Greta Cross is a national trending reporter at USA TODAY. Story idea? Email her at gcross@
Forbes
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Mahershala Ali Gives Unfortunate Update On MCU ‘Blade' Delay
Luke Cage A Blade movie starring Oscar-winner Mahershala Ali seemed like as much of a slam dunk as anything in the MCU. But after delays and departures and tests of the star's patience, it still seems to be nowhere. Six years after Ali was brought out on stage at San Diego Comic-Con to announce his role in a Blade film, the actor has given an update that suggests the movie remains stuck, despite him still being up for playing the part. Ali is now starring in Jurassic World Rebirth and was asked on the red carpet a few times about Blade: 'Call Marvel,' he told Variety. 'I'm ready. Let them know I'm ready.' 'I would love for it to happen, we'll see, I don't know where Marvel is at right now,' he told THR. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 13: Actor Mahershala Ali attends the 11th Hamilton Behind The ... More Camera Awards at Avalon Hollywood & Bardot on November 13, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by JC Olivera/FilmMagic) The fact that the star does not appear to be looped into whatever is going on with the film is not promising. Blade is not slated for any release date, and the film has now lost two directors since 2022. Years ago, the movie was supposed to be out in November 2023. Then it was pushed to November 2025. Now it's been pushed off a cliff, seemingly. Another bit of news was made this week with writer of the original Blade, David S. Goyer commented on the delay, even saying he tried to help Marvel out himself, but was rebuffed. "In my mind, I think Blade is a relatively simple story," Goyer said on Happy Sad Confused. "It's not complicated. And I always think when you embark on a movie like this, you have to distill down what is the promise of the movie." "It should have insane ass-kicking," he said. "It should be pretty scary. Might be R-rated. And it doesn't have to be, it should not be complicated." Blade And speaking to Variety: 'I had my agent call Marvel and say, 'Do you guys need any help?' And they said, 'We love you, but we think we've cracked it now, and we're in a good place.' And then the latest thing happened. And so no, they haven't contacted me.' Goyer was a writer on all three Wesley Snipes Blade films and directed Trinity. The first being released in 1998, the modern superhero landscape owes a lot to those films, as that was pre-Spider-Man, even pre-X-Men, and way, way predating the MCU that can now not figure out how to make this work despite a 'simple story' and an Oscar-winner waiting for them to get it together. It seems like they never will at this point. Follow me on Twitter, YouTube, Bluesky and Instagram. Pick up my sci-fi novels the Herokiller series and The Earthborn Trilogy.
Business Wire
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Mattel Creations Pays Homage to Universal Pictures 'Cinematic Classics' With Collectibles From Hot Wheels® to Be Showcased at San Diego Comic-Con 2025
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Mattel Creations is turning back time at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 with Hot Wheels ® collectibles celebrating two iconic Universal Pictures films that defined generations, Back to the Future and Jaws. This year's collection taps into the emotional heart of both films fandoms, spotlighting beloved characters, unforgettable scenes and pop-culture milestones that continue to resonate with fans of the franchises. Both items pay tribute to the cinematic classics, from time-traveling cars to shark-infested waters. 'These movies have left an indelible mark on pop culture. We worked closely with our creative teams to make sure every detail celebrates the spirit of these iconic moments,' said Nick Karamanos, senior vice president, Mattel Creations & Entertainment Partnerships at Mattel. 'It is magical to watch our fans connect with the stories they grew up with and we're proud to bring that magic to life through our collectibles.' Hot Wheels® Back to the Future 40th Anniversary Set | SRP: $32 Hot Wheels is marking the 40 th anniversary of Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment's Back to the Future with a San Diego Comic-Con collectible that brings the Time Machine's legendary debut to life. The limited-edition set includes finely detailed die-cast vehicles and a cinematic diorama that transports fans back to one of the film's most unforgettable scenes. Packaged in a collector-worthy display box, this release is a tribute to the 1985 hit film classic that redefined a generation of pop culture. Hot Wheels® Jaws 50th Anniversary | SRP: $32 To honor 50 years of Universal Pictures and Steven Spielberg's Jaws, Hot Wheels is unleashing a nostalgic collectible inspired by one of cinema's most unforgettable moments: the legendary ' You're gonna need a bigger boat ' scene. Styled with vintage '70s flair and featuring packaging that captures the texture and movement of open water, this release is as much a display piece as it is a die-cast. In addition, the boat and the shark are both unique die-casts. Mattel's presence at San Diego Comic-Con continues to be a high point for collectors and pop culture enthusiasts. For those attending San Diego Comic-Con, visit Mattel's booth (#3029) at the San Diego Convention Center from Thursday, July 24, through Sunday, July 27, 2025. Products will be available on-site at the Mattel merchandise booth (#2945) and on For more information, visit About Mattel Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends™, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Matchbox®, Monster High®, MEGA® and Polly Pocket®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world's leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at MAT-W
Express Tribune
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
San Diego Comic-Con 2025 panels include Space Command and Apex Comics exclusives
While the full schedule for San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) 2025 will officially drop between July 10–13, early announcements from studios, publishers, and creators have already begun trickling in. The annual pop culture event returns this July, and fans are keeping close tabs on which properties will appear during the convention. A regularly updated master list of confirmed panels was shared by Kerry Dixon via the SDCC Blog, compiling all known details so far. The convention kicks off with Preview Night on Wednesday, July 23, though no specific panels have been announced yet for that day. With Preview Night typically limited in scope, the bulk of programming begins Thursday with a variety of confirmed panels across television, comics, and books. The television slate includes a confirmed panel for Space Command, scheduled at 10:00 a.m. in the Neil Morgan Auditorium. In the comics and books category, Apex Comics Group is hosting a major session from 4:00–5:00 p.m. in Room 23ABC. Publisher Mariano Nicieza will be joined by creators including S.G. Blaise, Jessica Court, Ariel Olivetti, and Scott Hanna, among others. The session will feature exclusive premieres of titles like Phazer: Time Force, Seven Galaxies, and The R.I.G.H.T. Project, as well as retro-inspired revivals such as ColecoVision Air Raiders and Cosmic Avenger. Collectible action figures tied to these properties will also be showcased. Later that evening, horror fans can look forward to Creeping It Real: How Horror Comics Heal and Connect Us at 6:00 p.m. in Room 29AB. Notable guests include Philip Kobylanski (The Walking Dead), BJ McDonnell (Studio 666), and Sean Sobczak, with Jim Ousley moderating. More updates are expected as the official SDCC schedule nears its release date.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Marvel Skipping Comic-Con's Hall H This Year
Marvel will not need a spot in San Diego Comic-Con's cavernous Hall H this year, Deadline has confirmed. The news comes as Disney and Marvel last week pushed the release date of its next big Marvel movie, Avengers: Doomsday, to a December 2026 release, meaning the studio will have Comic-Con 2026 to rev up fans. Sources said that led to the decision to sit out this year's event, which runs July 24-27. More from Deadline Disney Pushes Next Two 'Avengers' Movies; Dates 'The Dog Stars' & 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' How to Watch the Marvel Movies in Chronological Order Ex-'Doctor Odyssey' Crew Members Sue Disney, 20th TV Claiming Sexual Harassment And Wrongful Termination Marvel will still have a presence at the fan confab, we understand, with its usual panels around the brand's comics and games. There are also plans for booth promoting the release of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, the franchise reboot that hits theaters that Friday. It was at last year's Comic-Con during its traditional Saturday night Hall H presentation where Marvel revealed two new Avengers movies — Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars — and revealed that Robert Downey Jr would play Doctor Doom. Avengers: Doomsday now has a December 18, 2026 release date, while Secret Wars is set for December 17, 2027. Marvel's most recent movie, the May 1-released Thunderbolts*, has grossed $359.3 million to date. If a no-Avengers-no-Hall-H scenario sounds familiar, it is: Marvel skipped its Hall H slot in 2011 because the original The Avengers was still in production, and passed again in 2015 and 2018. It also skipped 2020 and 2021 because of Covid and 2023 because of the Hollywood strikes. Next up on the fan confab for Marvel is Team Fantastic Four showing up at CCXP Mexico on Saturday. Best of Deadline Sean 'Diddy' Combs Sex-Trafficking Trial Updates: Cassie Ventura's Testimony, $10M Hotel Settlement, Drugs, Violence, & The Feds 'Poker Face' Season 2 Guest Stars: From Katie Holmes To Simon Hellberg 2025-26 Awards Season Calendar: Dates For Tonys, Emmys, Oscars & More
