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I LOVE to see myself in the books, comics, tv and movies Diversity in Fantasy is back at SDCC for the fourth year with authors and creators speaking about seeing themselves in the genre that inspires them. The panel members and host will discuss representation, cultural authenticity, and fantasy storytelling with color! This year’s panel will take place on Friday, July 24, from 6:00–7:00 PM in…

Who wouldn’t love an island getaway with some monsters? You had me at monsters with the new animated film ISLA MONSTRO out on DVD. The film follows Duke after he falls off a cruise ship and washes ashore on the business opportunity of his dreams on an island of super soldiers that have been unemployed since the Cold War ended. They decide it’s the perfect island for an exclusive vacation spot,…

Panels, programming, and appearances from the legend himself with new projects You may not know Joseph P. Illidge by name, but you’ve seen his work across media for a long time. This year’s SDCC attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about him and his upcoming projects. He has joined Centaur Riders: Cataphract Legacy as its intellectual property partner, and the Eisner nomination for…

Hall H Worthy talking about filmography and the upcoming animated film Ray Gunn on Netflix My Hall H Date on Thursday, July 23, 2026 6:00pm – 7:00pm PDT Hall H with Brad Bird. I’m so excited to head to Hall H to hear Brad Bird speak about his upcoming animated film, Ray Gunn exclusively streaming on Netflix December 18, 2026. I’ve fallen in love with his directorial style after seeing my…

Let’s find a serial killer in the new Grave Seasons game out this year Grave Seasons is a charming pixelated farming and town simulation game where, amidst all the relationship building and crop harvesting, players must figure out which of the townsfolk is a supernatural serial killer. With secrets to uncover and a murderer to outsmart, players may just be able to save the next potential victim.…

Come to the booth for merchandise and artists at Exhibitor Booth #4804 Heavy Metal has been around for a long time, so it’s exciting news that Genseven Creations are working together as they work to expand into new creative endeavors and across platforms. You can find them at SDCC Exhibitor Booth #4804 with merchandise and artists Olivia De Berardinis (aka Olivia), JOK, writer Josh Sky and other…

Abigail Hing Wen brings her hybrid live-action/animated short film, her directorial debut, and expansion of The Vale series  The team behind the short hybrid film includes Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, who brings a little Disney magic as she introduces the audience to THE VALE, the AI-generated fantasy that centers on Bran Lee, a 13-year-old inventor. Lea also performs a special closing-credits…

Paramount+ and CBS Studios will have a Hall H Star Trek Universe Panel, Booth,  the Lodge, and activations I’m beaming into San Diego Comic Con for all my Star Trek love in a few weeks. We are celebrating the 60th Anniversary and the Big Bang into a universe, planning to wear comfy walking shoes for the activations, and I am hoping to snag a special T-shirt at the Official Comic-Con Merch…

Original English Voice Cast Takes the Stage to Celebrate a Decade of My Hero Academia, Alongside Immersive Show Floor Experience Crunchyroll has lots of fun with the My Hero Academia Panel, and you can meet Teoritta at Booth #4135 You can meet the Goddess of Swords, Teoritta, from the hit anime Sentenced to be a Hero, currently streaming on Crunchyroll. It’s a lifelike doll with interactive…

Hall H Panel, Signing, On-Site Activations & Party at PARQ It’s been twenty years since we were graced with the magical Pan’s Labyrinth, which has enchanted fans. Those who have SDCC badges and are lucky enough to get into Hall H on Friday, July 24th, at 5:15-6:15 PM will hear about behind-the-scenes stories with Guillermo del Toro, Doug Jones, and Ivana Baquero on the panel. See below for…

Best Musical, Grammy, and Tony award-winning Broadway Musical is coming for 5 days to select theatres I have heard of this musical and wanted to see it on Broadway, but I haven’t been able to go to NYC to see a show for a few years. So, like many who have never seen Hadestown and are unable to fly or travel back in time, this special screening on my ‘Must See List’. So get ready for popcorn,…

Never Change, a crazy absurd comedy about a group of 30-somethings forced to retake their senior high year because of a clerical error is now streaming on Hulu. Cherry the Geek TV spoke with the film’s star and writer John Reynolds (Search Party) and director Marty Schousboe about bringing the comedy to life. What originally started as a television pilot and a throwback to the high school movies…

The first season of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy is now available on Digital with new bonus features and Cherry the Geek TV and Paramount Home Entertainment are giving one person the set for free! Here’s how to enter: 1) Follow Cherry the Geek TV on YouTube. 2) Follow Cherry the Geek TV and CherryLA on X, and Cherry the Geek TV on Threads. Cherry the Geek TV is also on Instagram and…