Disney Guide to San Diego Comic-Con 2018

It's almost that time again — the world famous San Diego Comic-Con (or #SDCC to you Twitter folk) will kick-off another blockbuster event on July 19th. While many headlines have highlighted Marvel's decreased role in this year's festivities, the truth is that there are still many Marvel panels to be found along with several other Disney-related events — including Fox and Hulu. With that in mind, here's your Disney guide to SDCC 2018:

Updated July 8, 2018

Thursday, July 19

10:00am-11:15am

We're Not from 'Round Here: Star vs. the Forces of Evil and Big City Greens (Room 6DE)

The creators and stars of Disney's Star vs. the Forces of Evil and the new series Big City Greens bring you never-before-seen clips, answer your questions, and even perform a live table read. Panelists include Daron Nefcy (executive producer), Eden Sher (The Middle, Veronica Mars), Adam McArthur (Star vs. the Forces of Evil, Adventures of Puss in Boots), Esmé Bianco (Game of Thrones, The Magicians, Star vs. the Forces of Evil), Shane Houghton (executive producer), Chris Houghton (executive producer), and Marieve Herington (How I Met Your Mother, Good Luck Charlie).

11:00am-11:50am

Behind the Scenes of Freeform's Siren (Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront)

Fresh off the heels of their first season, the cast and executive producers of Freeform's hit mermaid drama Siren make their San Diego Comic-Con debut, recapping season 1 and revealing what fans can expect from season 2. In this epic tale, the coastal town of Bristol Cove is turned upside down when a mysterious girl (Eline Powell) appears and begins wreaking havoc on the small fishing town. Using their resources, marine biologists Ben (Alex Roe) and Maddie (Fola Evans-Akingbola) must work together to find out who and what drove this primal hunter of the deep sea to land. Panelists include executive producers Eric Wald and Emily Whitesell, with series stars Eline Powell, Alex Roe, Fola Evans-Akingbola, Ian Verdun, and Rena Owen. Moderated by TLC's Chilli.

11:45am-12:45pm

Celebrate the 10-Year Anniversary of Star Wars: The Clone Wars (Room 6BCF)

Executive producer Dave Filoni and panelists look back on 10 years of the Emmy Award-winning series that expanded the Star Wars universe and introduced countless fan-favorite characters to a galaxy far, far away.

12:00pm-1:00pm

Making Comics the Marvel Way (Room 25ABC)

Editor-in-chief C. B. Cebulski and talent scout Rickey Purdin join a multitude of Mighty Marvel panelists to take you behind the scenes and show you how a Marvel comic book is made. Learn about every aspect of production, including writing, penciling, inking, coloring, lettering, editing, and more, with creators on hand to offer personal insights and anecdotes.

1:00pm-2:00pm

Marvel Games Panel (Hall H)

Get an inside look at the latest and greatest from Marvel Games. Attendees will see exciting sneak peeks of Marvel's Spider-Man, Marvel Powers United VR, and Marvel Battle Lines, with many unannounced surprises and panel exclusives. Host Greg Miller(loudmouth at KindaFunny.com) will be joined by Mike Jones (vice president & executive producer, Marvel Games), Bill Rosemann(executive creative director, Marvel Games), Bryan Intihar (creative director, Insomniac Games, Marvel's Spider-Man), and others.

3:15pm-4:15pm

Marvel Animation: Marvel Rising (Room 6DE)

Marvel Rising brings together the next generation of Marvel superheroes for the next generation of Marvel fans. Be among the first to get a sneak peek at this group of powered teens and their adventures that are full of heart, action, comedy, and powerful messages for every kind of Marvel fan. The show's Quake Chloe Bennet (Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.), Squirrel Girl Milana Vayntrub (This Is Us, Silicon Valley), Ms. Marvel Kathreen Khavari(Big Little Lies, Marvel's Avengers Assemble), Patriot Kamil McFadden (K.C. Undercover, Grown Ups 2), Cort Lane (SVP, Animation and Family Entertainment), Marsha Griffin (VP, Animation Current Series and Development), and Sana Amanat (VP, Content and Character Development) present an action-packed panel that showcases the first look of the animated shorts, special announcements, and so much more. Moderated by Lorraine Cink.

5:00pm-6:00pm

Marvel Studios: The First 10 Years, Visual Development (Room 25ABC)

The Marvel Studios Visual Development team comes to San Diego to share never-before-seen concept art and their favorite designs from the past 10 years.

Friday, June 20

10:00am-11:00am

From Mickey Mouse to Mary Poppins: How Does Personality Influence Our Favorite Disney Characters? ( Grand 9, Marriott Marquis)

Why do people identify with the Evil Queen but not Snow White? Or Elsa and Anna but not Donald Duck or Nemo? Disney characters have been a major influence in culture for the past 90 years. These character preferences inform everything from movie spinoff ideas to game alignment, toy production, and sales. Data were gathered from a study conducted by Keith W. Beard, Psy.D., April Fugett, Ph.D. (professors of psychology, Marshall University), Britani Black, M.A., and Carrie Dean, M.A. (doctoral students, Marshall University) of over 1,000 participants examining personality test results with preferred Disney characters. Findings show how personality informs one's choices of the Disney characters to identify with and follow. Other topics to be covered are specific personality traits that are associated with liking or disliking specific characters; additional results and other psychological/personality factors, including a review of the most (and least) popular Disney characters based on research results from the last few years; and a comparison between Disney character ratings and several other prominent and popular franchises (such as DC characters, Harry Potter, Walking Dead, Star Wars) in order to better explore overall preference and exposure of some of the most prominent and pervasive pop culture icons of the last 100 years.

11:00am - 12:00pm

Star Wars Collectibles (Room 7AB)

Hosted by Lucasfilm's Brian Merten, this panel showcases all the coolest new and upcoming releases by Anovos, Bandai, eFX, Gentle Giant Studios, Kotobukiya, Sideshow Collectibles, and a surprise panelist. As always, the panel concludes with some very cool raffle prizes.

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Behind the Design: Star Wars Fashion Collaborations (Room 7AB)

Star Wars has always been on the forefront of the "geek chic" fashion movement by bringing iconic characters and stories to life through the lens of modern fashion. Over the past decade, the portfolio of brand partnerships has grown significantly, allowing fans all over the world to celebrate their passion for the brand with more than just T-shirts. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the design and development process of Star Wars fashion and accessories with the creative leads of some of the most popular collaborations to date.

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Marvel's Black Panther Costume Designer Ruth Carter: Designing the Costumes of Wakanda (Room 9)

Costume Designers Guild members Ruth Carter (costume designer, Black Panther, Malcolm X, Serenity), Anthony Francisco (visual development concept artist, Black Panther, Thor: Ragnarok, Guardians of the Galaxy), and Phillip Boutte Jr. (costume concept artist, Black Panther, Captain Marvel, Avengers: Infinity Wars) discuss the process behind designing the costumes of Marvel's Black Panther, along with f Mary Ellen Fields (manufacturing foreperson/specialty manufacturer, Black Panther, Captain Marvel, Superman: Man of Steel) and Douriean Fletcher (specialty jeweler, Black Panther).

12:30pm-1:30pm

MARVEL COMICS: Spider-Man ( Room 5AB)

Editor Nick Lowe with his Amazing Friends Nick Spencer (Amazing Spider-Man) and Donny Cates (Venom) swing into SDCC with all the hottest spider-news! Nick Spencer ushers in a new era for Spidey that takes the web-head back to basics, while all-new Venom writer Donny Cates lays out what’s in store for the symbiotic hero in both the past and present in his definitive take on the character. PLUS, learn the latest about your favorite spider-heroes from across time and space as they crawl closer and closer towards the Edge of Spider-Geddon!

12:45pm - 2:00pm

Castle Rock (Ballroom 20)

Escape the summer heat for a chilling world premiere screening of the first episode of J.J. Abrams and Stephen King’s psychological horror series about the hometown of some of your favorite nightmares. You’ve read the books, you’ve seen the movies, you know the characters, but you’ve never heard the story of Castle Rock. Following the screening, join the creators and executive producers Sam Shaw and Dustin Thomason (Manhattan) along with stars Sissy Spacek (Carrie), Bill Skarsgard (It), Melanie Lynskey (Togetherness) and Jane Levy (Suburgatory) as they discuss the most tragic and disturbing town in America. Prepare to sleep with the lights on

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hasbro Star Wars (Room 7AB)

Members of the Hasbro and Lucasfilm teams will discuss the popular Hasbro Star Wars line. Attendees will get an in-depth look at Hasbro's latest action figure offerings. Word on the Holonet is there may also be a few surprises.

1:30pm - 1:30pm

MARVEL: Cup O’Joe – Marvel Knights 20th Anniversary (Room 5AB)

Join Joe and fellow comics legend Jimmy Palmiotti as they reflect on the industry-redefining MARVEL KNIGHTS imprint as it celebrates its 20th anniversary. What was it like to pioneer this bold new storytelling style for Marvel’s heroes, and how has it impacted Marvel comics, movies, and television series over the last two decades? Learn about all this and more at this must-attend retrospective – and bring your own burning questions! NOT to be missed by any fan of the Mighty Marvel Manner!

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Disney-Lucasfilm Publishing: Stories from A Galaxy Far, Far Away with Michael Siglain (Room 7AB)

Michael Siglain (director, creative: Disney-Lucasfilm Publishing) and surprise panelists share previews and exclusive announcements about what should be on your must-read list from Star Wars publishing.

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Judges on the Law of the Last Jedi and Solo (Room 7AB)

Star Wars and the law go together like Han Solo and Chewbacca. This panel of judges discuss the legal issues from The Last Jedi, Solo, and unexplored regions from the Outer Rim. Did Luke Skywalker have a legal obligation to save the galaxy from the First Order? What is the legality of underground droid fights? Could the caretakers sue Rey for dropping a boulder on their cart? Was Han right when he shot first? Find out when court is in session with Judge John B. Owens of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, Magistrate Judge Stacie Beckerman,Magistrate Judge Mitch Dembin, CA Judge Carol Najera, NY Judge Matthew Sciarrino, and Paul Grewal (former magistrate judge and now deputy general counsel and VP of litigation at Facebook). Moderated by attorneys Jessica Mederson and Joshua Gilliland of The Legal Geeks.

3:00pm - 4:00pm

This Week in Marvel: Tales to Astonish (Room 25ABC)

Cool #seeeekrits revealed? Totally possible! An hour of fun stories and chit-chat with cool people from Marvel? You better believe it! Co-hosts Ryan "Agent M" Penagos and Jamie "Hasn't Picked a Superhero Name Yet" Frevele talk with Marvel editors, writers, and creatives about their Marvel origin stories, favorite story arcs, and more in this special live episode of the This Week in Marvel podcast!

3:30pm - 4:30pm

DuckTales (Room 6A)

Cast members Ben Schwartz, Danny Pudi, Bobby Moynihan, Toks Olagundoye, and Executive Producer Matt Youngberg will present the panel alongside Co-Producer and Story Editor Frank Angones.

4:00pm - 5:00pm

The Science of Star Wars (Room 7AB)

4:45pm - 5:45pm

Celebrating 90 Years of Mickey Mouse with D23: The Official Disney Fan Club (Room 6A)

From Steamboat Willie to today, Mickey's career has taken him on an epic journey that has endeared him to fans around the world. D23's Justin Arthur hosts a panel including Bret Iwan (voice actor), Becky Cline (director, the Walt Disney Archives), and Mark Henn (master Disney animator), who look at Mickey's legendary roles in animated films and television shows, the Magic Kingdoms, and beyond.

5:00pm - 6:00pm

The Women of Star Wars (Room 7AB)

For the past 40 years, the Star Wars galaxy has expanded at a remarkable rate. Behind the scenes, creators have worked to round that galaxy out and to maintain cultural relevancy by appealing to new fans from different walks of life. Authors E. K. Johnston (Star Wars: Ahsoka) and Zoraida Córdova (From a Certain Point of View) along with other panelists discuss the impact of a more inclusive Star Wars, from the writers to the animators to, of course, the characters you know and love.

5:45pm - 6:45pm

Marvel’s Cloak and Dagger (Ballroom 20)

San Diego will be getting a little taste of New Orleans! Meet series stars Olivia Holt, Aubrey Joseph, Emma Lahana, Ally Maki and executive producer/showrunner Joe Pokaski of the new hit summer series that redefined the super hero genre, Marvel’s Cloak & Dagger. Don’t miss this action-packed panel featuring a lively Q&A moderated by executive producer and head of Marvel Television, Jeph Loeb, along with a special look at exclusive, never-before-been-seen footage. And don’t forget to tune-in to watch all-new episodes, Thursdays, 8/7c, on Freeform.

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Star Wars Fans in America's Finest City (Room 7AB)

Members of the San Diego chapters of the 501st Legion, Rebel Legion, Mandalorian Mercs, and Droid Builders discuss how their love of a galaxy far, far away led to volunteerism in San Diego and across Southern California.

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Star Wars Tourism: Visiting the Galaxy Far, Far Away on Earth

From the deserts of Tunisia and California to the glaciers of Norway and the coast of Ireland, Star Wars filming sites are the new travel destination. James Floyd (contributor, Star Wars website and Star Wars Insider), Ash Crossan (host, ET Online), and Charla Teeters-Stewart (director, Imperial County Film Commission) will help you learn about where to go, how to get there, and how to get the most out of it with your fellow Star Wars fans.

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas 25th Anniversary Screening (Horton Grand Theatre)

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, the stop-animation film that follows the misadventures of beloved Jack Skellington through fantasy worlds. Hot Topic and a special host will give attendees a fun experience with film trivia, prizes, and a mini-art exhibit at this screening.

8:00pm - 9:00pm

Star Wars Mock Trial: The Court-Martial of Poe Dameron (Room 7AB)

The Legal Geeks and the Rebel Legion Sunrider Base present the mock court-martial of everyone's favorite X-Wing ace, Poe Dameron. Based on the events of The Last Jedi, Poe stands accused of disobeying General Leia Organa and leading a mutiny aboard the resistance flagship Raddus against Vice Admiral Amilyn Holdo. Lawyers for the prosecution and defense, including a U.S. Army JAG attorney, will take on Poe's case in front of United States Magistrate Judge Mitch Dembin. Participating attorneys include Steve Chu, Thomas Harper, Christine Peek, and Megan Hitchcock. With Rebel Legion members Rachel Williams as General Leia Organa and Marcus Holt as Poe Dameron.

9:00pm - 10:00pm

Star Wars Trivia Game Panel (Room 7AB)

Saturday, July 21

11:00am - 12:00pm

Disney Publishing and Her Universe: It's Your Universe w/ Ashley Eckstein and Amy Ratcliffe (Room 29AB)

Ashley Eckstein (Her Universe, voice of Ahsoka Tano) and Amy Ratcliffe (author and journalist) discuss Eckstein's new book, It's Your Universe: You Have the Power to Make It Happen. Ashley will share her story and take fans through her step-by-step guide on how to make dreams come true. You won't want to miss this inspiring and empowering conversation!

11:00am - 12:00pm

The Sartorial Geek Podcast: Disneybounding with Whosits and Whatsits (Neil Morgan Auditorium, San Diego Central Library)

Jordan Ellis (owner of Jordandené and co-editor of The Sartorial Geek) chats with Tiffany Mink and Matt Newman (owners of Whosits and Whatsits) about bringing your childhood loves into adult life and the joys of Disneybounding.

11:30am - 12:30pm

Jack Kirby's Artwork Extravaganza Encore! (Room 24ABC)

Back by popular demand, a larger-than life celebration of the King of Comics features an unprecedented multimedia presentation of over 1,300 pieces of Jack Kirby artwork. IDW president and publisher Greg Goldstein is joined by esteemed artist Joe Jusko and other panelists to discuss the unrivaled work of the legendary Jack Kirby. Everyone in attendance will take home a limited-edition print.

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Agent Carter: We Know Her Value (Grand 1 & 2, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina)

Fans of Peggy Carter and the Marvel's Agent Carter series Jennifer Redelle Carey, Kelly Dreyer, Kristine Knowlton (Carter Cosplay), Peggy Pincurls, comic book historian Jessica Tseang, and Bésame Cosmetics CEO and founder Gabriela Hernandez discuss the impact and empowerment Peggy Carter has brought to her fans and how she will have lasting power in the world for years to come. Moderated by Dawn Bourn (The Geek Girl Project).

12:30pm - 1:30pm

Big Hero 6: The Series Heroes Return (Room 6A)

Executive producers and cast of Disney Channel's animated superhero comedy series discuss Big Hero 6: The Series. Executive producers Mark McCorkle, Robert Schooley, and Nick Filippi (Kim Possible, Penguins of Madagascar) will be joined by the original actors from the feature film who have joined the show, including Scott Adsit (Veep, 30 Rock), Ryan Potter (Titans, Big Hero 6), Jamie Chung (The Gifted, Gotham, The Hangover 2, Suckerpunch), Genesis Rodriguez(Run All Night, Identity Theft, Man on a Ledge, Tusk, Casa de Mi Padre), plus new cast members Brooks Wheelan (Saturday Night Live, Comedy Central's The Half Hour) and Khary Payton (The Walking Dead, Teen Titans Go!, Transformers: Robots in Disguise, Young Justice). Panelists will discuss bringing the feature film to life for TV, introduce you to exciting new characters, and play never-before-seen footage from the series.

1:45pm - 2:45pm

MARVEL COMICS: Next Big Thing (Room 6A)

Editor-in-Chief C.B. Cebulski and star Executive Editor Nick Lowe are joined by Donny Cates (Cosmic Ghost Rider, Death of Inhumans) and Margaret Stohl (Life of Captain Marvel) to discuss the startling stories and initiatives that are truly the NEXT BIG THINGS in the Marvel Universe! In Fantastic Four, the Richards family is heading back to Earth, but they still have one more cosmic obstacle to overcome. Meanwhile, the specter of death hangs around the Inhumans and the Ghost Rider of a dark future in Donny Cates’ Death of Inhumans and Cosmic Ghost Rider. And as the Infinity Wars ignite, are any characters truly safe? All this, plus learn more about the definitive origin of Captain Marvel as Margaret Stohl opens up about Life of Captain Marvel! If you want to learn about the biggest Marvel stories of 2018, this is THE panel not to miss!

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Star Wars Declassified: How a Galaxy Far, Far Away Impacts the World (Neil Morgan Auditorium, San Diego Central Library)

Hosts R. A. Rayne and Kris Koller are joined by voice actor Eric Bauza (TMNT, LEGO Star Wars), Troy Manning (SoCal 501st Troop), Dan Madsen (Her Universe, Star Wars Insider) and J. C. Reifenberg (Scum & Villainy Cantina, Hughes The Force) to discuss how Star Wars and its fandom have impacted their personal lives, their professional lives, and society as a whole. What does Star Wars mean to your life? The panel will also participate in a Star Wars trivia contest against the audience with prizes to be won!

2:30pm - 3:15pm

The Gifted (Ballroom 20)

From 20th Century Fox Television in association with Marvel Television, season 2 of “The Gifted” picks up after the explosion of the Atlanta Station. The Mutant Underground search for their friends and family who left with The Inner Circle. Having tracked them outside of Washington, D.C., they must contend with new groups with extreme ideologies, both human and mutant alike, to stave off a brewing conflict. Join executive producers Matt Nix and Jeph Loeb and stars Stephen Moyer, Sean Teale, Jamie Chung, Emma Dumont, Blair Redford, Natalie Alyn Lind and Skyler Samuels for an exclusive first-look at the upcoming season; returning Tuesdays this Fall on FOX

3:00pm - 4:00pm

MARVEL COMICS: Meet the Editor-in-Chief (Room 6A)

This is your chance to meet the new head of editorial at Marvel! In this exclusive one-on-one interview led by Skottie Young (Deadpool), freshly-minted Editor-in-Chief C.B. Cebulski will talk about anything and everything involved in what’s next for Marvel. Want to know where to search for the Infinity Stones? Dying to find out what’s next for Wolverine? What does Forbush Man really look like without his helmet? Ask C.B. these questions and more in the Q&A! PLUS – don’t miss a surprise exclusive giveaway variant comic!

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hasbro Marvel (Room 25ABC)

The Hasbro and Marvel product experts discuss some exciting news around Hasbro's ever-popular Marvel Legends action figure line. Attendees will get a sneak peek of upcoming, never-before-seen Marvel action figures, followed by Q&A for your Marvel action figure questions.

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Ladies of the Legions: A Conversation About Women, Costuming, and Star Wars! (Grand 1 & 2, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina)

Five members of different Star Wars costume clubs discuss the basics of Star Wars costumes for women and challenges faced within the community. Speakers include Lesley Farquhar, Carrie Ann Caranci, Kristina Gundersen-Rudmann, Wendy Starling, and Regina Vail. Followed by a Q&A with the attendees moderated by Lesley Farquhar.

7:30pm - 8:30pm

Defending the Defenders (Room 26AB)

The characters of Marvel's Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, and Iron Fist all face different legal challenges. Could Matt Murdock be disbarred for being Daredevil? How accurate was the trial of the Punisher? Could someone who was Kilgrave'd argue the insanity defense? What would lawyers need in order to prove the actual innocence of Luke Cage? Could Danny Rand reclaim his father's company after being presumed dead for 15 years? Judge Carol Najera,Christine Peek, Jordon Huppert, Megan Hitchcock, and Joshua Gilliland (The Legal Geeks) find these answers and more.

7:45pm - 8:45pm

25 Years of Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas with D23: The Official Disney Fan Club (Room 6BCF)

D23 pulls the curtain back on the classic stop-motion Halloween (and Christmas!) favorite, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, with a behind-the-scenes retrospective panel featuring the team that brought the movie to life 25 years ago, including Henry Selick (Director), Kelly Asbury (Art Director), Edie Ichioka (Editor), and Anthony Scott (Animator).

Sunday, July 22

10:00am - 11:00am

R2 Builders Club (Room 11)

Get all the information you need to build your own fully functional droid character from the Star Wars universe. Moderator Victor Franco and panelists Mike Senna, Michael McMaster, William Miyamoto, Chris Romines, and Thomas Roeoesli share their knowledge and expertise to help your build a success.

10:00am - 11:30am

Creating a Walt Disney Comic Story (Room 11)

Ever wonder how pros go about creating new comic stories? 26-year veteran Disney comics creators Patrick and Shelly Block will create an actual short Donald Duck story with audience participation in this creative workshop. Learn firsthand how the Blocks come up with story ideas, plot out their tales, create a good story climax, and lay out a story idea so that it comes to life. This popular workshop is guaranteed to bring a chuckle or two, as terrible things are bound to happen when Donald Duck and his nephews are involved! All ages are invited. Come and join the fun!

11:15am - 12:15pm

MARVEL COMICS: X-Men (Room 5AB)

Editor-in-Chief C.B. Cebulski, Sina Grace (Iceman), Seanan Maguire (X-Men Gold Annual), Matthew Rosenberg (Astonishing X-Men), and Tom Taylor (X-Men Red) take you through the full spectrum of current X-Men madness! The Red, Blue, and Gold teams confront Atlanteans, uncertainty, and Extermination, and the secrets of a NEW X-team are revealed! Deadpool and X-23 both rediscover their roots, and the Astonishing team faces ever stranger challenges! PLUS- Stay for the whole panel for an exclusive giveaway variant comic!

11:15am - 12:15pm

Women of Marvel (Room 6DE)

Across comic books, television, new media, and more, the women of Marvel are here and here to stay! Attend this conversation with behind-the-scenes talent from Marvel Rising and creatives in the field, and hear firsthand what it's like working as a woman in comics and what it means for the future of the industry. Hosted by Marvel's Sana Amanat (VP of content and character development) and Judy Stephens (producer at Marvel), with additional panelists to be announced.

12:30pm - 1:30pm

Powerful Young Women in Disney Comics (Room 23ABC)

Disney Comics presents a look at recent and upcoming comics showcasing powerful female characters from Disney and Star Wars. Oh My Disney's Michelle Lema leads a discussion with panelists Delilah S. Dawson (author, Star Wars Adventures, Star Wars Forces of Destiny), Amy Mebberson (author/artist, Disney Princess comic strips), Cecil Castellucci (author, Moving Target: A Princess Leia Adventure), Jody Houser (author, Star Wars: Forces of Destiny), and Katie Cook(author, Tangled: The Series comics) discuss the growing importance of female characters and authors in the comics industry and the making of comics for kids.

1:30pm - 2:30pm

Marvel Animation Presents (Room 6A)

Marvel Animation returns for the always action-packed, news-breaking panel where you’ll get eyefuls of never-before-seen information and sneak peeks… plus…as always…some surprise guests that’ll reveal waaay too much! GET THERE! You’ll also have a chance to meet the stars of your favorite Marvel Animation series at signing events at the Marvel booth (#2329) throughout the weekend.

2:15pm - 3:15pm

Legion (Hall H)

Legion is the story of David Haller, a man who believed himself to be schizophrenic only to discover that he may actually be the most powerful mutant the world has ever seen. Along with a team of other extraordinarily gifted people, David learned to accept his true self and set out to defeat The Shadow King, who was on a path to attaining infinite and world-ending power. In season two, a series of mind-bending twists and turns called into question who is the hero, and who is the villain. Legion is based on the Marvel Comics by Chris Claremont and Bill Sienkiewicz. Join Executive Producers John Cameron and Marvel’s Jeph Loeb, along with co-EP, Nathaniel Halpern, plus cast members for a conversation on what to look forward to from Season 3. Expected to Appear: Noah Hawley, Dan Stevens, Aubrey Plaza, others.

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Disney Manga (Room 29AB)

Love Disney? Love manga? Come see what's on offer from TOKYOPOP's family friendly line of licensed Disney manga, including Beauty and the Beast, Stitch!, Fairies, Alice in Wonderland, and their new full-color manga The Nightmare Before Christmas: Zero's Journey!