San Diego Comic-Con is back this week, running from July 24 to 27 at the San Diego Convention Center. This year’s event promises a packed lineup with big names, including the illustrious George Lucas.
George Lucas Takes the Stage
In a highly anticipated appearance, George Lucas will debut on the Hall H Comic-Con panel alongside filmmaker Guillermo del Toro and artist Doug Chiang on Sunday, July 27, from 11 a.m. to noon PT. The trio will discuss the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, dedicated to Lucas’ groundbreaking work, which is set to open in Los Angeles in 2026.
Are Badges for San Diego Comic-Con Available?
Unfortunately, badges for this year’s Comic-Con are sold out, so if you didn’t secure one, attending in person isn’t an option. However, you can still enjoy the event from the comfort of your home. IGN will livestream various parts of the convention, including interviews and announcements, on July 25 and 26. You can catch these broadcasts on their site, app, or social media pages, according to a USA Today report.
Schedule of Major Panels at San Diego Comic-Con 2025
Here’s a rundown of the big panels happening during the convention:
- Thursday, July 24, 3 p.m. PT – Join Michael Weatherly, Cote de Pablo, and John McNamara as they preview the new NCIS: Tony & Ziva series on Paramount+.
- Thursday, July 24, 6:45 p.m. PT – Trey Parker, Matt Stone, Mike Judge, and Andy Samberg will discuss creating South Park, Beavis & Butt-Head, and Digman!.
- Friday, July 25, 2:30 p.m. PT – Michael Shanks, Dave Franco, Alison Brie, Chris Stuckmann, and Osgood Perkins will showcase sneak peeks of three horror films from Neon: Together, Shelby Oaks, and Keeper.
- Friday, July 25, 4:15 p.m. PT – Don’t miss Dan Trachtenberg, Elle Fanning, and Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi as they preview the new movie Predator: Badlands.
- Friday, July 25, 5:30 p.m. PT – Joachim Rønning and the cast of TRON: Ares will share behind-the-scenes stories and insights about the new movie.
- Saturday, July 26, 2:15 p.m. PT – Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, Ryan Gosling, Drew Goddard, and Andy Weir will present Project Hail Mary.
- Saturday, July 26, 3:30 p.m. PT – James Gunn and the cast of Peacemaker, including John Cena and Danielle Brooks, will discuss the new HBO Max season.
- Sunday, July 27, 11 a.m. PT – George Lucas, Guillermo del Toro, and Doug Chiang will elaborate on the Lucas Museum.
Looking Ahead
As mentioned, badges are sold out, and they typically open sales in the fall before each convention. If you wish to attend next year, be sure to mark your calendar early!
