SDCC 2026: BUDDY Takes Over Comic-Con

HUGS? CHECK.

DANCE MOVES? CHECK.

MAKING NEW FRIENDS? DOUBLE CHECK. 🕺😂

BUDDY took over San Diego Comic-Con this weekend with special “Breakfast with Buddy” screenings, dance parades, red carpet appearances, a Comic-Con panel and lots of free hugs.

Remember BUDDY—the bright orange unicorn and star of that classic childrens' television show who brought joy and life lessons into your living room?

Inside the colorful world of "It's Buddy!", a group of children spend their days singing, dancing, and helping Buddy spread happiness. But when one child refuses to play along, Buddy is not pleased and cracks begin to appear in this seemingly perfect world.

SDCC 2026: Prime Video's BLADE RUNNER 2099 Teaser

At the iconic Hall H panel in front of more than 6,500 fans, Prime Video brought Blade Runner 2099 stars Michelle Yeoh and Hunter Schafer, alongside showrunner Silka Luisa and executive producers Andrew Kosove and Broderick Johnson to the stage for a compelling conversation. All eight episodes will premiere on November 25, 2026, exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

In Los Angeles 2099, Olwen, a veteran Blade Runner days from dying, partners with a mysterious new recruit, Cora, to investigate a widening conspiracy that stretches back to the city’s darkest original sins.

SDCC 2026: Mad Cave Studios and King Features Resurrect RIP KIRBY

Following a first look during San Diego Comic-Con, Mad Cave Studios, in partnership with King Features, a unit of Hearst and home to some of the world’s most popular entertainment characters, unveils the return of RIP KIRBY. One of the most influential detectives in comics history, Rip Kirby will star in an all-new series that honors the sharp wit, sophistication, and timeless appeal that made the character a legend.

Written by two-time Eisner Award nominee Christopher Sebela (High Crimes, Dead Letters), illustrated by Tango (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Archie Horror), colored by KJ Diaz, and lettered by Jeff Eckleberry, Rip Kirby delivers a fresh mystery built on one of comics' most enduring foundations.

SDCC 2026: Apple TV's Cyberpunk Series NEUROMANCER Teaser

At Apple TV’s San Diego Comic-Con panel, Callum Turner made a surprise virtual appearance to unveil the first teaser for the highly anticipated new science fiction series, “Neuromancer,” based on the award-winning novel of the same name by William Gibson. The 10-episode series stars Turner, Briana Middleton, Mark Strong, Joseph Lee, Peter Sarsgaard and Clémence Poésy, and premieres globally on Friday, January 22, 2027 on Apple TV with two episodes, followed by one new episode weekly, every Friday through March 19, 2027.

SDCC 2026: Prime Video Unveils CARRIE Teaser Trailer

Prime Video has announced all eight episodes of the hotly anticipated new Original series, Carrie, will premiere exclusively on Prime Video on October 7, in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

SDCC 2026: Playmates Announces Crowdfunding for Green Dragonzord

Today, Playmates Toys announced that Mighty Morphin Power Rangers fans will have the chance to be among the first to own the Green Ranger Dragonzord, a long-missed and often requested favorite.

A crowdfunding campaign launching August 18, 2026 will summon the mighty power of the Dragonzord, with backers worldwide receiving the much-loved character in Spring 2027.  See the preview page now on Kickstarter.

SDCC 2026: MARVEL’S Midnight Universe Casts a Shadow on Comic-Con

The light had its turn.

Just now at the Marvel Comics: Midnight Universe Panel at San Diego Comic-Con, all three Midnight writers—Jonathan Hickman, Phillip Kennedy Johnson and Benjamin Percy—shed more light on their bold titles and their shared vision for this terrifying new line. Revealed during the panel were the second issue covers for each title—MIDNIGHT SPIDER-MAN, MIDNIGHT FANTASTIC FOUR and MIDNIGHT X-MEN—along with the unveiling of additional variant covers. Attendees also received an early black and white Midnight Universe ashcan preview, which will be available at local comic shops in the near future.

SDCC 2026: IDW Unveils Big Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2027 Plans

A new wave of Turtle fandom is coming to comic shops in 2027.

When the best-selling TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (TMNT) flagship series reaches issue #25 in 2027, current writer Gene Luen Yang will pass the bo staff to award-winning writer Matthew Rosenberg (If Destruction Be Our Lot, Spawn, Uncanny X-Men) and amazing artist Juann Cabal (Daredevil, Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, Elektra). While the acclaimed writer is no stranger to playing in Marvel and DC’s sandbox, it’s the indie space where he has truly thrived and made an unforgettable impact on the comic industry. Rosenberg, a lifelong resident of the Turtles’ very own New York City, is bringing this same energy to the Heroes in a Half-Shell. Prepare for a thrilling story as the greatest roster of villains, both new and old, have assembled to hunt down the Turtles over the course of a single night.

SDCC 2026: Transformers: The Movie Soundtrack Reimagined

Hasbro Music today unveiled the brand-new music video for “Nothin’s Gonna Stand in Our Way” from THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE: THE SOUNDTRACK: THE REFORMATTED EDITION, available now on all major streaming platforms and in vinyl formats. Because after 40 years, Hasbro figured the least they could do was finally press the soundtrack to vinyl.

SDCC 2026: Hasbro & Fathom Team for Transformers: The Movie

Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company, in collaboration with Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide, today announced that tickets for the 4K theatrical return of the original The Transformers: The Movie will go on sale August 7, 2026. The companies also debuted today at San Diego Comic-Con the first look at an all-new post-credits cinematic chapter of the Transformers story, created exclusively for the theatrical event.

Beginning September 17, 2026, on Transformers Day, one of the most influential animated films of the 1980s returns to theatres in stunning 4K and premium large format 4DX in the U.S. and U.K. This time, however, the story doesn't end when the credits roll. For the first time ever, audiences will experience an exclusive addition that gives longtime fans and newcomers alike one more reason to see the film together on the big screen.

SDCC 2026: SPACEBALLS: THE NEW ONE: The Comic-Con Panel Recap

On Friday, July 24, Amazon MGM Studios skipped ludicrous speed and went straight to plaid in Hall H at San Diego Comic-Con as the cast and filmmakers of SPACEBALLS: THE NEW ONE sat down for a galactic panel. Following a heartfelt and hilarious video message from the legendary Mel Brooks, moderator Kevin Smith welcomed stars Daphne Zuniga, Keke Palmer, Lewis Pullman, Josh Gad, director Josh Greenbaum, and screenwriters Dan Hernandez and Benji Samit to the stage. 

SDCC 2026: The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season Three Preview

Today, in San Diego Comic-Con’s iconic Hall H, over 6,500 fans were transported back to Middle-earth as Prime Video showcased the highly anticipated third season of the epic fantasy series, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Showrunners J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay were joined by several of the show’s cast for a fun and insightful conversation moderated by High King Gil-galad himself, series star Benjamin Walker. The panel not only debuted a thrilling new teaser trailer, but revealed some exciting highlights from the new season, and a few surprises as well! 

Insight Editions Companion Books for Christopher Nolan's THE ODYSSEY

Insight Editions, Universal Pictures, and Syncopy will team up again to produce two stunning books that capture the awe-inspiring creation of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey. 

Filming the Odyssey: Inside the Making of Christopher Nolan’s Modern Epic

By James Mottram with a Foreword by Matt Damon

Discover the secrets of The Odyssey: A Film by Christopher Nolan with this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the revolutionary new mythic saga.

SDCC 2026: Monogram International's Exclusive Nerd Horde

San Diego Comic-Con has completed its insane preview night and the OFFICIAL DAY ONE, with three days packed with exclusive hunting, new toy reveals, panels gone viral, and the march of a billion cosplayers yet to come. Our buddies at Monogram (booth 3645) are flexing their pop culture muscles with a whopping TWENTY TWO exclusives this year, assuring everyone has something to drool over. Just...don't press your face up against the plexi-glass. They hate that. 

SDCC 2026: Hasbro Presents Blockbuster Lineup

Hasbro, a leading games, IP, and toy company, today announced an action-packed lineup of products, panels, and fan-first experiences for San Diego Comic-Con. At Booth #3213, fans can explore an unmatched portfolio of iconic Hasbro brands including Transformers, Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, My Little Pony, G.I. Joe, and Power Rangers—alongside premier collaboration brands like Star Wars™ and Marvel from Disney Consumer Products, KPop Demon Hunters from Netflix, The Legend of Zelda from Nintendo, Ghostbusters from Sony, Beyblade X from ADK Emotions NY Inc. and T-Licensing Inc., and many more.