Legion M San Diego Comic-Con 2019 Events, Lounge, Screenings Announced

Legion M, the fan owned production company, has a full slate of events for San Diego Comic-Con 2019, including a daily lounge, panels and screenings.

Legion M’s Fan Lounge, presented by The Pop Insider, will take over Gaslamp Quarter’s Theatre Box and its brand-new Chocolate Lounge and rooftop patio at 701 Fifth Ave. Fan can stop by Thursday and Friday between 12PM-5PM on Saturday and Sunday from 10AM – 5PM for a cash bar, recharging stations, relaxation, giveaways and special activities like dance parties and karaoke. Cosplayers can also utilize the Cosplayer Repair and Pro-Artist Makeup Station sponsored by Spirit Halloween, and also get professional photos taken. You can register now for the Fan Lounge.

Starting on Thursday, July 18 from 12:30PM.-5PM, there will be a replica Stargate photo opportunity in the Theatre Box lobby for the whole weekend and will give attendees a chance to spin the prize wheel for unique Stargate prizes, including mini-posters, pins, buttons and more. Talent will be dropping by for autographs.

Friday, July 19 at 10 p.m. PDT fan-premiere of the critically-acclaimed Sundance favorite Memory: The Origins of Alien followed by a special Q&A with the film’s director Alexandre O. Philippe at the Theatre Box in San Diego.

There will also be parties and additional screenings all week long, including a Madness in the Method sneak preview with Jason Mewes, and a Potterhead Party with cosplay dance party, rooftop bar and lounge, and more — with ticket information coming soon.

Here’s a look at the full schedule of events:

Wed. July 17
7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. The Pop Insider San Diego Con Kickoff Event!, Coin-Op Game Room, 789 Sixth Ave.
Fuel Your Fandom at the ultimate Con kickoff party! The Pop Insider is hosting a can’t-miss pre-Con rager complete with retro gaming, dancing, giveaways and more, with Legion M, Spin Master Games, ARCADE1UP, Disguise, Inc., and Cosplayers Getting Coffee. This event is sold out.

Thurs. July 18
12:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Legion M Fan Lounge presented by The Pop Insider @ Theatre Box, Chocolate Lounge
Relax, recharge and have FUN at the Legion M Fan Lounge presented by The Pop Insider every day during San Diego Comic-Con. Mix and mingle with friends, Legion M executives and members, and other SDCC attendees while celebrating the power of FANDOM in the fan lounge.

12:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Stargate Command, Theatre Box
MGM’s Stargate Command will present a replica “Stargate” photo opportunity in the Theatre Box lobby for the whole weekend and will give attendees a chance to spin the prize wheel for unique “Stargate” prizes, including mini-posters, pins, buttons, original SuperFan creations and more! Talent will be dropping by for autographs as well! Look for more information about schedules, podcasts, and more fun all weekend!

12:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. The Pop Insider’s Rooftop Pop-up Party! @ Theatre Box’s Rooftop Bar and Lounge
Join The Pop Insider as they “Fuel Your Fandom” with fan-focused events on the Theatre Box rooftop bar and lounge each day, including a cosplay dance party with DJ (12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.) and karaoke showdown (2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.). Stop by the Cosplayer Repair Station and Pro-Artist Makeup Station sponsored by Spirit Halloween any time!

7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. “Madness in the Method” sneak preview, TCL Chinese Theatre at Theatre Box
“Madness in the Method” – Jason Mewes’ (“Clerks,” “Mallrats,” “Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back”) directorial debut is a hilariously insane crime comedy in which Mewes also stars, alongside Vinnie Jones, Gina Carano, Danny Trejo, and his View Askew costars Kevin Smith, Stan Lee, and Brian O’Halloran. Mewes will participate in a special Q&A after the debut screening. Ticket info coming soon!

Fri., July 19
12:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Legion M Fan Lounge presented by The Pop Insider @ Theatre Box, Chocolate Lounge
Relax, recharge and have FUN at the Legion M Fan Lounge presented by The Pop Insider every day during San Diego Comic-Con. Mix and mingle with friends, Legion M executives and members, and other SDCC attendees while celebrating the power of FANDOM in the fan lounge.

10:00 p.m.- 12:00 a.m. “Memory: The Origins of Alien” Fan Premiere and Q&A, TCL Chinese Theatre at Theatre Box
Come see the critically-acclaimed documentary “Memory: The Origins of Alien” followed by a special Q&A with the film’s director Alexandre O. Philippe (“The People vs. George Lucas,” “Doc of the Dead”). The feature-length film, which premiered to rave reviews in the Midnight Section at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival, unearths the largely untold origin story behind Ridley Scott’s cinematic masterpiece, and reveals a treasure trove of never-before-seen materials from the archives of “Alien” creators Dan O’Bannon and H.R. Giger, including original story notes, rejected designs and storyboards, exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, and O’Bannon’s original 29 page script from 1971, titled Memory. The documentary also takes fans on an exploration of the mythical underpinnings of “Alien” and dedicates focus on the film’s iconic “Chestburster” scene. “Memory: The Origins of Alien” screening and Q&A hosted by Legion M and Screen Media is a must-see SDCC event for “Alien” fans celebrating the epic horror/Sci-Fi film’s 40th anniversary.

Sat., July 20

10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Legion M Fan Lounge presented by The Pop Insider @ Theatre Box, Chocolate Lounge
Relax, recharge and have FUN at the Legion M Fan Lounge presented by The Pop Insider every day during San Diego Comic-Con. Mix and mingle with friends, Legion M executives and members, and other SDCC attendees while celebrating the power of FANDOM in the fan lounge.

10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Stargate Command, Theatre Box
MGM’s Stargate Command will present a replica “Stargate” photo opportunity in the Theatre Box lobby for the whole weekend and will give attendees a chance to spin the prize wheel for unique “Stargate” prizes, including mini-posters, pins, buttons, original SuperFan creations and more! Talent will be dropping by for autographs as well! Look for more information about schedules, podcasts, and more fun all weekend!

10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The Night Time Show, Legion M Fan Lounge @ Theatre Box
Hosted by Nickelodeon star Stephen Kramer Glickman, Mike Black, Matt Walker, and Emmy Nominated writer Mike Glazer, The Night Time Show is one of the top entertainment industry podcasts in America. They are teaming up with Legion M and ASIFA to record interviews with award winning actors, legendary directors and industry giants.

12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. The Pop Insider’s Rooftop Pop-up Party! @ Theatre Box’s Rooftop Bar and Lounge
Join The Pop Insider as they “Fuel Your Fandom” with fan-focused events on the Theatre Box rooftop bar and lounge each day, including a cosplay dance party with DJ (12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.) and karaoke showdown (2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.). Stop by the Cosplayer Repair Station and Pro-Artist Makeup Station sponsored by Spirit Halloween any time!

Sun, July 21

3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Potterhead Party, The Pop Insider’s Cosplay Dance Party on the Roof @ Theatre Box’s Rooftop Bar and Lounge, with Fantastic Beasts Dan Fogler podcast recording.
Join Legion M and The Pop Insider to close out SDCC with a Potter-themed event with giveaways, potion drinks, and a cosplay meetup, featuring star of Fantastic Beasts Dan Fogler! Then, join Dan as he records his popular podcast 4dXperience! from the roof at 5:30 p.m. Ticket information to follow.