DC Entertainment has announced their schedule for New York Comic Con on October 4-7th!
All signings will be held at the DC booth (#SC01).
Signings mark with an asterisk (*) will require wristbands. Wristband distribution was part of a digital queue pre-show lottery system administered by New York Comic Con. Wristband winners were notified by New York Comic Con prior to the start of the convention and your ticket/wristband will be tied to your convention badge.
THURSDAY OCTOBER 4TH
10:30 AM N Steven Harris
11:00 AM: Tom Derenick
11:30 AM Gabriel Ba & Fabio Moon
12:00 PM Jim Lee *
12:30 PM Adrianna Melo
1:00 PM Paul Levitz
1:30 PM Cully Hamner
2:00 PM John Timms
2:30 PM Art Baltazar & Franco
3:00 PM Brian Azzarello & Lee Bermejo
3:30 PM Stephen Byrne
4:00 PM Riccardo Federici & Rob Williams
4:30 PM Mirka Andolfo
5:00 PM Marv Wolfman & Pop Mhan
5:30 PM Peter Tomasi
6:00 PM Brian Michael Bendis * & David Mack *
FRIDAY OCTOBER 5TH
10:30 AM Adam Glass
11:00 AM Jock
11:30 AM Josh Williamson
12:00 PM Geoff Johns * & Jason Fabok
1:15 PM TITANS Cast
2:00 PM Steve Orlando, Emanuela Lupacchino & Robson Rocha
2:30 PM Jim Lee *, Scott Williams * & Alex Sinclair *
3:00 PM BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES Cast
3:30 PM Paul Levitz
4:00 PM Brian Michael Bendis & Pat Gleason *
4:30 PM Tom King, Tony Daniel & Tomeu Morey *
5:00 PM Sean Gordon Murphy
5:30 PM Rob Venditti
6:00 PM John Timms & Tim Seeley
SATURDAY OCTOBER 5TH
10:30 AM Peter Tomasi & Marguerite Bennett
11:00 AM Howard Porter & Josh Williamson
11:30 AM Adam Glass & Priest
12:00 PM Klaus Janson & Frank Tieri
12:30 PM Philip Tan & Justin Jordan
1:00 PM Frank Miller * & Brian Michael Bendis *
1:30 PM Mirka Andolfo
2:00 PM REIGN OF THE SUPERMEN Cast
3:00 PM Jim Lee, Scott Williams, Alex Sinclair *
3:30 PM James Tynion IV & Alvaro Martinez
4:00 PM Steve Orlando, Emanuela Lupacchino, Robson Rocha
4:30 PM Riccardo Federici & Rob Williams
5:00 PM Lee Bermejo
5:30 PM Stanley “Artgerm” Lau & Francisco Mattina
6:00 PM Scott Snyder & Jock *
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7th
10:30 AM Mike Perkins & Marco Santucci
11:00 AM Marv Wolfman & Pop Mhan
11:30 AM Rob Venditti
12:00 PM Tom King, Mitch Gerads & Nick Derrington *
1:00 PM GOTHAM Cast
2:00 PM Yanick Paquette
2:30 PM Brad Walker
3:00 PM Scott Snyder & Greg Capullo *
3:30 PM Sean Gordon Murphy
4:00 PM Frank Tieri & Ivan Cohen
The following activities will take place at the DC Booth (#SC01) unless otherwise noted.
OCTOBER 4-7TH
DC GREEN SCREEN PHOTO OP
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Strike your best Superhero (or Super-Villain) pose and be part of a scene alongside your favorite characters. This year’s roster includes AQUAMAN, TITANS, ACTION COMICS #1000, the Legion of Doom and the Bat-Family!
LEGO DC SUPER-VILLAINS GAME KIOSK
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
It’s good to be bad! The Joker, Harley Quinn, Lex Luthor and others from the Injustice League won’t stand for second-best when it comes to villainy. Embrace your inner super-villain, as you battle opponents, solve puzzles, and overcome obscacles using menacing pranks and tactics experienced best from the unique perspective of the bad guys.
Also, pick up the mallet and give us your best Harley Quinn impression at the test of strength hammer slam!
DC UNIVERSE
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
DC Universe members at NYCC can come by the DC booth (#SC01) and pick up a free, exclusive gift bag featuring special items only available to subscribing members. Not yet a member of DC Universe? Click here to get the details!
THURSDAY OCTOBER 4TH
LEGO DC SUPER-VILLAINS: AN INSIDE LOOK AT THE VILLAIN-CENTRIC ADVENTURE GAME
12:45 pm – 1:45 pm
Main Stage 1-D Presented by Verizon
Join the team behind the LEGO DC Super-Villains videogame, including Phil Ring (Executive Producer, TT Games), Ames Kirshen (Vice President, Interactive & Animation, DC Entertainment), Nyambi Nyambi (voice of Green Lantern), Grey Griffin (voice of Catwoman & Lashina) and Dee Bradley Baker (voice of Clock King & Desaad) for an inside look at the first LEGO game to put players at the center of a villain-centric adventure packed with favorite locations and characters from across the DC Universe. Moderated by Victor Lucas(founder and host of EPN.tv), this celebration of villainy will provide fans with a look at the story, customization options and character reveals. Players have the ability to create and play as a Super-Villain throughout LEGO DC Super-Villains, unleashing mischievous antics and wreaking havoc in an action-packed, hilarious story written in collaboration with DC Comics. Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and The LEGO Group will release LEGO DC Super-Villains on October 16, 2018.
DC MEET THE PUBLISHERS
1:45 pm – 2:45 pm
Room 1A24
Talent: Dan DiDio, Jim Lee
DC Publishers Dan DiDio and Jim Lee are back in New York to take a bite of the Big Apple! Join them at this up-close-and-personal panel to hear the “State of the Union” when it comes to your favorite heroes and villains, featuring content from DC, DC Vertigo, DC Black Label, MAD Magazine and much more!
CONSTANTINE: CITY OF DEMONS – THE MOVIE
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Main Stage 1-D Presented by Verizon
The Hellblazer is back in an all-new twisted tale of mystery, intrigue and the occult with Constantine: City of Demons, a full-length, R-rated feature filmbased on the acclaimed DC animated series from CW Seed. A decade after a tragic mistake, family man Chas and occult detective John Constantine set out to cure Chas’s daughter Trish from a mysterious supernatural coma. With the help of the mysterious Nightmare Nurse, the influential Queen of Angels, and brutal Aztec God Mictlantecuhtli, the pair just might have a chance at outsmarting the demon Beroul to save Trish’s soul. In a world of shadows and dark magic, not everything is what it seems, and there’s always a price to pay. The path to redemption is never easy, and if Constantine is to succeed, he must navigate through the dark urban underbelly of Los Angeles, outwit the most cunning spawns of hell, and come face to face with arch-nemesis Nergal – all while battling his own inner demons! Join producer Butch Lukic, screenwriter J.M. DeMatteis, lead character designer Phil Bourassa, actors Damian O’Hare (voice of Chas Chandler) and Rachel Kimsey (voice of Angela) and moderator Peter Girardi (Executive Vice President, Alternative Programming, Warner Bros. Animation & Blue Ribbon Content) for an entertaining advance look at the riveting 90-minute film, complete with never-before-seen footage and some inside tales on the making of the latest Hellblazer film. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, Blue Ribbon Content and DC Entertainment, the action-packed Constantine: City of Demons – The Movie will be distributed by Warner Bros. Home Entertainment starting October 9, 2018 on Ultra HD Blu-ray
Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack, and Digital.
DC UNIVERSE DIGITAL SERVICE
5:15 pm – 6:15 pm
Room 1A24
Talent: Sam Ades, Patty Hirsch, Geoff Johns, Rob Kamphausen, Jim Lee
DC fans – this is your Universe! Get an in-depth look at the brand new and ground breaking digital subscription service designed just for fans – DC UNIVERSE. Plus, get the latest updates on DC Universe original live-action and animated series like Titans and Young Justice: Outsiders, and a deep dive on the incredible line-up of legendary DC films and series, epic animated movies, comic books, exclusive merchandise and much more.
FACES OF DC PRESENTED BY NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP
7:45 pm – 8:45 pm
Room 1A18
NYX Professional Makeup presents The Faces of DC. Watch as a social media star and SFX Artist show fans how to transform into one of their favorite DC Super Heroes or Super-Villains! Learn insider pro tips and tricks to get the look!
FRIDAY OCTOBER 6TH
BATMAN: THE COMPLETE ANIMATED SERIES DELUXE LIMITED EDITION BLU-RAY BOX SET
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Main Stage 1-D Presented by Verizon
As the most acclaimed super hero animated television series in history, Batman: The Animated Series has captured the imaginations of generations with its innovative designs, perfect voices and landmark approach to characters and stories. In late 2018, fans will finally be able to enjoy a remastered Blu-ray release from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment. Join many of the key forces behind Batman: The Animated Series for a celebration of the series, an extended look at the newly-remastered footage, and additional details about this monumental Blu-ray box set. Join many of the key individuals behind the creation of this beloved series – including Kevin Conroy, the fan-favorite voice of Batman; Tara Strong, voice of Barbara Gordon/Batgirl; Loren Lester, voice of Robin; Diane Pershing, voice of Poison Ivy; and producers Bruce Timm and Eric Radomski – for a revealing panel discussion … and maybe a few unique prizes. Batman: The Complete Animated Series Deluxe Limited Edition will be available from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on October 30, 2018.
DC VERTIGO
11:15 am – 12:15 pm
Room 1A21
Moderator: Mark Doyle
It’s a new age of DC Vertigo! Come meet the storytellers behind DC Vertigo comics, focusing on modern, high concept series for fans of fantasy, crime, supernatural, horror and satire. Now home to the best talent from novels, games, comic books and more, this next generation is taking the beloved imprint to new heights, with fantastical series from the new Sandman Universe, and brand-new titles launching each month including HEX WIVES, GODDESS MODE, SAFE SEX and many more. Don’t miss as these talented creators hit the stage!
DC SPOTLIGHT ON GEOFF JOHNS
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Room 1A06
Moderator: Tiffany Smith
Talent: Geoff Johns
The superstar DC writer returns to New York for an all-access and in-depth discussion. Be here for this exclusive panel that will give you insight into how the world of DC is entertaining fans across all platforms.
DC ALL STARS
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Main Stage
Moderator: Dan DiDio
Talent: Brian Michael Bendis, Tom King, Scott Snyder, Amanda Conner, Jock, Jimmy Palmiotti
Some of DC’s most brilliant and creative minds have been gathered to give comic book fans insight to how they make the DC Universe a non-stop E-ticket thrill ride with every issue! Drop in on this panel and check out what they’ve got in store next.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 5TH
DC SPOTLIGHT ON TOM KING
11:15 am – 12:15 pm
Room 1A21
Talent: Tom King
As his Eisner-winning run on MISTER MIRACLE reaches its climax and HEROES IN CRISIS series explores the toll that saving the world can have on superheroes, don’t miss this chance to hear fan-favorite writer Tom King speak about how his former life as a CIA operative inspires his intense, personal and creative stories!
DC WORLD’S FINEST
12:15 pm – 1:15 pm
Room 1A24
Moderator: Whitney Moore
Talent: Steve Orlando, Kelly Sue DeConnick, Peter J. Tomasi, James Tynion IV, Joshua Williamson, Howard Porter
Be sure to drop in on this panel to hear from DC’s hottest talent about their latest works and how they’re making DC and The World’s Greatest Super Heroes the home for fans of great superhero storytelling worldwide!
DC SUPERMAN 80TH
2:15 pm – 3:15 pm
Room: 1A06
Moderator: Dan DiDio
Talent: Frank Miller, Brian Michael Bendis
Join legendary creators celebrating the spirit of truth, hope and justice during Superman’s 80th anniversary panel. Don’t miss this insightful conversation between industry giants as they discuss the relevance of Superman 80 years after his creation, how they’re interpreting the Man of Steel in their perspective projects and their favorite Superman moments in comics, television and movies!
DC SPOTLIGHT ON BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
5:15 pm – 6:15 pm
Room 1A21
Talent: Brian Michael Bendis
Since his DC Comics debut on ACTION COMICS and SUPERMAN, award-winning writer Brian Michael Bendis has been the talk of comic book fans everywhere! Join him for this special spotlight panel to hear his upcoming plans of the Man of Steel, his creator owned Jinxworld characters and more!
EXCLUSIVE NYCC FIRST LOOK: REIGN OF THE SUPERMEN
6:15 pm – 7:15 pm
Main Stage 1-D Presented by Verizon
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment extends its annual tradition of offering New York Comic Con fans the exclusive “first look” at the next DC Universe Movie. The critically acclaimed The Death of Superman took summer by storm, and the second half of the treasured DC Comics tale – Reign of the Supermen – completes the heroic package with its examination of a world first without Superman … and then with several vying for the ultimate title. Come enjoy an hour-long mix of never-before-seen animated clips and lively discussion amongst executive producer James Tucker, producer/director Sam Liu, screenwriters Jim Krieg & Tim Sheridan, character designer Phil Bourassa, and actors Patrick Fabian (Better Call Saul), voice of Hank Henshaw, Toks Olagundoye (Castle), voice of Cat Grant, Nyambi Nyambi (The Good Fight, Mike & Molly), voice of Martian Manhunter, and some potential surprise guests. Reign of the Supermen arrives from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment in Early 2019.
SUNDAY OCTOBER 7TH
MAD ABOUT MAD
10:45 am – 11:45 am
Room 1A21
Moderator: Bill Morrison
DC Panelist: Suzy Hutchinson
Talent: Tom Bunk, Dick DeBartolo, Desmond Devlin, Tom Richmond
What’s MAD Magazine been up to since it bailed out of the Big Apple and landed in La La Land? Executive Editor Bill Morrison and Art Director Suzy Hutchinson will be here to fill you in on all the latest MADness! MAD creators Tom Bunk, Dick DeBartolo, Desmond Devlin, and Tom Richmond will also be on hand to answer your questions and ask Bill for higher page rates.
GOTHAM SPECIAL VIDEO PRESENTATION AND Q&A
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden
Join Gotham as the show returns to New York Comic Con for its final appearance. With Gotham on the brink of total anarchy and cut off from the outside world, only Jim Gordon, Bruce Wayne and a handful of heroes remain behind to retake the city. Inspired by the “No Man’s Land” arc from the comics, villains including Penguin, the Riddler, the Sirens and Jeremiah have taken claim on various regions of the city. Will order be restored, or will chaos reign in Gotham? Be among the first to hear what’s in store for the final chapter of Gotham as the show returns to New York Comic Con for a special video presentation, followed by a Q&A with series stars and producers. From Warner Bros. Television, Gotham returns for its fifth and final season midseason on FOX, and Gotham: The Complete Fourth Season is available now on Digital, Blu-ray and DVD.
DC NATION
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Room 1A21
Moderator: Dan DiDio
Talent: Adam Glass, Emanuela Luppacchino, Robert Venditti, Joshua Williamson
Rejoice, DC faithful! The DC NATION is back and better than ever! DC Publisher Dan DiDio hosts this all-star gathering.