{"id":407816,"date":"2026-07-22T11:19:19","date_gmt":"2026-07-22T11:19:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/407816\/"},"modified":"2026-07-22T11:19:19","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T11:19:19","slug":"san-diego-comic-con-2026-how-to-watch-and-what-to-expect-from-sdcc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/407816\/","title":{"rendered":"San Diego Comic-Con 2026: How to Watch and What to Expect From SDCC"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">San Diego Comic-Con 2026 is nearly here, and we at IGN will not only be covering all the biggest news and moments, but also hosting our own live show that will be filled with exclusive reveals, interviews, and much more from your favorite shows, movies, comics, games, anime, and collectibles.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">We\u2019ll be hosting our livestreams on Friday, July 24, and Saturday, July 25, and fans will be able to learn more about Lanterns, Blade Runner 2099, Carrie, The Walking Dead, The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power, Control Resonant, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, and much more.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">To help ensure you don\u2019t miss a thing, we\u2019ve created this guide that includes when the event and IGN\u2019s livestreams start, the panel schedule, what reveals to expect, and how you can watch everything happening in San Diego from July 23 through July 26.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/assets-prd.ignimgs.com\/2026\/07\/20\/sdcc26-promo-1-blogroll-1784582867568.jpg\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><img alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" decoding=\"async\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"progressive-image article-image article-image-full-size jsx-1809694635 jsx-2338608387\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"\/><\/a>When Is SDCC 2026?<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">San Diego Comic-Con takes place at the San Diego Convention Center from July 23 through July 26. There will also be a preview night on July 22. <\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">For more info on SDCC, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.comic-con.org\/cc\/things-to-do\/exhibit-hall\/exhibitors\/\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">check out a map of the show floor<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.comic-con.org\/cc\/things-to-do\/programming-schedule\/\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">the programming schedule for the whole event.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>How to Watch IGN\u2019s SDCC 2026 Livestream<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">If you aren\u2019t able to make it out to SDCC this year, all of our Comic-Con coverage can be enjoyed from the comfort of your home across IGN\u2019s platforms! We\u2019ll be at SDCC and will keep you updated with everything happening at the show, from big news and panel reveals to live interviews in our studio and even the coolest stuff we see just walking the show floor.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">As we previously mentioned, we\u2019ll be hosting two days of livestreams that will have some of the biggest names in entertainment, comics, anime, and games &#8211; all from our very own Comic-Con studio.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">IGN SDCC Live Show Day 1: Friday, July 24 at 2pm PT \/ 5pm ET \/ 9pm BST<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">IGN SDCC Live Show Day 2: Saturday, July 25 at 2pm PT \/ 5pm ET \/ 9pm BST<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Lastly, here\u2019s the full list of places you can watch IGN live show at SDCC: <\/p>\n<p>What to Expect at SDCC 2026<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Alongside heavy hitters like the much-anticipated Marvel Studios Hall H Presentation, where we will likely learn more about Avengers: Doomsday and the future of the MCU, our SDCC live show will feature exclusive reveals, interviews, surprises, and much more. While we won\u2019t spoil all the fun quite yet, here\u2019s a tease of what you can expect from each day!<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Day 1:<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Lanterns<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Blade Runner 2099<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Adventure Time: Side Quests<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">The Vampire Lestat<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Carrie<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Regular Show<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">My Adventures with Superman<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Day 2:<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">The Walking Dead <\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Control Resonant<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Star Trek: Strange New Worlds<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Dungeon Crawler Carl<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Mayday<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Alienware @ SDCC: <\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Huge thanks to our partners at Alienware for powering IGN&#8217;s ultimate San Diego Comic-Con coverage this year! If you\u2019re in San Diego, check out the Alienware Gaming Lounge at the Marriott Marquis (2nd Floor, Ballroom C) for their big return. Stop by to play on elite rigs like the Alienware Area-51 Gaming Desktop or new Alienware 15 Gaming Laptop, catch an exclusive look at the world\u2019s first 39&#8243; 5K OLED ultrawide monitor with RGB Stripe technology, score brand swag, and maybe even get invited into a top-secret pop-up experience. Can&#8217;t make it in person? Tune into CouRageJD&#8217;s stream on Saturday, July 25 (4\u20136 PM PT) for a chance to win a brand new 34&#8243; ultrawide QD-OLED (AW3426DW) or 39&#8243; 5K OLED gaming monitor (AW3926QW) and follow @Alienware on Instagram and TikTok for live updates!<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Ramayana @ SDCC: <\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Namit Malhotra&#8217;s Ramayana brings one of the world&#8217;s greatest epics to the big screen and is making its Comic-Con debut with the exclusive unveiling of its first trailer. Stay tuned to IGN for the trailer, along with an interview featuring the film&#8217;s director, producer and cast. We&#8217;ll explore the enduring legacy of Ramayana, what has made it resonate with audiences for generations, why this is the right moment to bring it to the big screen, and much more.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 @ SDCC<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">If you\u2019re excited about the upcoming Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, make sure to tune into IGN\u2019s extended interview with the creative team bringing the game to life. They\u2019ll walk us through weapon customization, some new creatures the sequel is adding, and the new Specialist character class. Plus, your first look at the updated Horde mode!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"San Diego Comic-Con 2026 is nearly here, and we at IGN will not only be covering all the&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":407817,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[28],"tags":[74,76,75],"class_list":["post-407816","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-san-diego","tag-san-diego","tag-san-diego-headlines","tag-san-diego-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/407816","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=407816"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/407816\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/407817"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=407816"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=407816"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=407816"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}