It’s two weeks away from Comic-Con, and CCI is releasing the programming schedule for San Diego Comic-Con 2026 in its annual fashion. We’ll be bringing you the highlights of each day as they’re announced.

We’ll also be discussing our thoughts on this year’s lineup, including our top picks, what time we think you need to line up, room flow, and more — in a special series of live podcasts this weekend. The first of which will cover Preview Night, Thursday’s and Friday’s lineup, and will be on Friday July 10 at 9:30pm ET / 6:30pm PT.

Once more, there are no Preview Night screenings this year, as those appear to be a thing of the past.

Let’s start our Thursday recap off with Hall H, where things kick off at 10am with Percy Jackson and the Olympians, followed up the video game Marvel’s Wolverine. Then at 12pm it’s a look at another game, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, followed up the animated Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender. At 2:15pm, fans get the upcoming Big Bang Theory spinoff Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, and then at 3:30pm is Collider’s “Directors on Directing”, in which fans will surely be treated to a sneak peek of Zach Cregger’s upcoming Resident Evil. Finally at 4:45pm, it’s a look inside the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art (but with no George Lucas this year), and Collider is back to close the day at 6pm with Brad Bird for a look back at his career.

Elsewhere on the panel schedule, there’s a 40th anniversary for the classic Aliens at 5:30pm in Room 6A. Combine your love of both film and the city of San Diego at “San Diego On Screen” at 2pm in Room 5AB, as professionals in the industry discuss the logistics and economic impact of filming in the city.

Go behind-the-scenes with powerful women in film and TV at 11am in 7AB, or chat with the creatives behind Obsession, Euphoria, and more at 1pm also in 7AB. 

Over in Ballroom 20, Crunchyroll is celebrating 10 years of My Hero Academia. Then at 11:15am, ENHYPEN is sharing the stage with Twilight director Catherine Hardwick and “guest creators from vampire-related works” (whatever that may mean). There’s more Collider!! Editor-in-Chief Stephen Weintraub will be presenting “Producers on Producing”, with the folks behind Logan and A Quiet Place. Then at 2pm, Fast & The Furious franchise star Sung Kang is bringing his own film, Drifter, to talk car culture on the big screen. At 3:15pm, the upcoming Indian fantasy film Ramayana gets a panel with stars Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, which also promises “special giveaways”. Then it’s a look at NEON’s Hope with Korean star Hoyeon (Squid Game) and more, and closing out the day at 5:30pm with Onslaught, from Adam Wingard, with stars Adria Arjona, Drew Starkey, Rebecca Hall, and Dan Stevens.

TV fans will also want to check out the Batman: Caped Crusader advanced screening at 3:30pm in 6BCF. Actor Malcolm Barrett has gathered some famous friends (including Seth Green and Jar Jar Binks actor Ahmed Best) for a panel at 12:30pm in Room 6A. The cast and crew of The Cuphead Show take over 6DE at 4:30pm. LEGO NINJAGO is celebrating their 15th anniversary at 2:15pm in Room 6BCF with writers and voice talent.

Music is really getting its moment to shine at San Diego Comic-Con this year, starting with “Farewell to Seasons: Mike McCready’s Altnerative History of Grunge”. The Pearl Jam rocker discusses his upcoming graphic novel at 12:30pm in Indigo Ballroom. You’ll also find Iron Maiden lead singer Bruce Dickinson discussing his love of fencing (yes, really!) at 7:15pm in Room 6BCF. Punk rock and art collide in a look back at the 80’s at 8:30pm in Room 10.

And what of composers? Well, we love them too! Catch the folks behind the tunes of Star Wars, Pokemon, and more at 4:15pm in 6A, and the annual “Musical Anatomy of a Superhero” panel with Michael Giacchino (Spider-Man: Brand New Day) and more at 10am in Indigo Ballroom. You can also get your fix of The Pitt with its composer and more at the Rhapsody PR annual panel at 11:30am.

Comic book fans also have plenty to dig into. Jim Lee returns for his annual “and Friends” DC panel at 11:30am in Room 6DE. Over in Room 6A at 1:45pm, Marvel is ushering in a new era with “Avengers: Armageddon”, featuring Chip Zdarsky, C.B. Cebulski, Nick Lowe, and more, plus an exclusive comic giveaway with a secret cover. Oooo!

Robert Kirkman also headlines his biggest SDCC panel yet at 1pm in 6BCF.

Kaiju fans should make their way to Room 29AB at 12pm, where Toho and IDW will unveil what’s next for the King of the Monsters. If the Buffyverse is more your speed, actress Juliet Landau hosts a live recording of her Re-Vamped podcast at 4pm in Room 7AB, complete with never-before-seen footage.

Toy collectors have a packed Thursday as well. Mondo pulls back the curtain on upcoming collectibles and exclusives at 2pm in Room 7AB, with giveaways.

Earlier in the day, Mattel promises new WWE reveals with Rey Mysterio, Danhausen, and surprise guests at 11:15am in Room 6A.

Star Trek fans can also beam over to Room 5AB at 11am for a chat with the Star Trek licensing team for a look at upcoming products and giveaways. In addition, Star Trek celebrates its 60th anniversary with “Star Trek’s Family Tree” at 12:30pm in Room 24ABC, exploring the franchise’s influences, legacy, and cultural impact with historians, creators, and surprise guests.

Horror fans have another classic to celebrate at 1pm in Room 5AB, where original Night of the Living Dead cast member Judith O’Dea reflects on the making and lasting legacy of George A. Romero’s groundbreaking zombie film. 

Marvel Rivals is also assembling its own super team at 6pm in Room 6BCF, where the voice cast behind Moon Knight, Emma Frost, Rogue, The Punisher, Cloak, Angela, and more discuss bringing the game’s heroes to life.

It’s also shaping up to be a big year for Power Rangers. BOOM! Studios kicks off “The Next Era Begins” at 5pm in Room 23ABC. Comic strip fans can celebrate one of the most beloved franchises of all time at 1pm in Room 9 during “Good Grief! The Enduring Legacy of Peanuts, Snoopy, and Charles M. Schulz,” which promises a special Peanuts announcement alongside a look back at the history and future of the iconic characters.

Marc Maron heads to the Indigo Ballroom at 1:45pm to discuss his legendary WTF podcast and his new Z2 graphic novel adaptation.

It’s a very eclectic, but good, day on Thursday at San Diego Comic-Con!