DC is making over 250 Scooby-Doo single issue and trade paperback comics available for fans for free to read in time for the release of the Warner Bros.’ fully animated, full-length action-adventure SCOOB! available on Premium Video on Demand and Premium Digital Ownership starting May 15. Starring Scooby-Doo and his friends, the issues include children-friendly selections that families can read together while staying home.
Available now through the end of Summer, fans can read free digital copies of Scooby-Doo, Scooby-Doo Team-Up, and Scooby-Doo, Where Are You?, to catch up on the antics of Scooby-Doo and his meddling friends at Mystery, Inc. Free Scooby-Doo comics will be available on DC Universe and from participating digital retailers, including ReadDC.com, Comixology, Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and more, until September 7, 2020.
Scooby-Doo Comics Available for Free on DC UNIVERSE and Digital Retailers Starting on May 15:
SCOOBY-DOO (1997-2010) Issues 33-84
Shaggy, Scooby, Fred, Daphne, and Velma are back, ready to solve strange cases, unmask dastardly villains, and, in Shaggy and Scooby’s case, find as many reasons as possible to chow down on some food and get a taste of some Scooby Snacks!
SCOOBY-DOO TEAM-UP (2013-) Issues 1-99 & Vol. 1-6
Scooby and the gang face new adventures when they work together and with new DC friends along the way. The team-up for justice is always exciting.
SCOOBY-DOO, WHERE ARE YOU? (2010-) Issues 40-103
A monster in the mirror? A ghoul in a school? Scooby and his friends will solve the mystery and catch the creepy crooks-who would have gotten away with it, if not for those meddling kids.
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment storms San Diego Comic-Con 2019 with an unparalleled ensemble of stellar offerings, including six World Premieres, a pair of monumental anniversary celebrations, two helpings of horror fun and fan activations spotlighting two 2019 hit films over the July 17-21 weekend in San Diego.
Among the 13 slated events are world premieres of Batman: Hush,Teen Titans Go! Vs. Teen Titans, LEGO DC: Batman – Family Matters, Scooby-Doo! Return to Zombie Island, The Banana Splits Movie and an in-depth Shazam! documentary. The weekend also spotlights grand celebrations for Batman Beyond’s 20th Anniversary and the 50th anniversary of Scooby-Doo, as well as an inside look at two horror-centric upcoming releases: Critters Attack! and The Banana Splits Movie.
Immersive experiences adjacent to the Omni Hotel (across the tracks from the Convention Center) will offer fans a more personal experience with two of the top films of 2019 – Shazam! and Pokémon Detective Pikachu. Fans will have the opportunity to experience the magic of Ryme City in the immersive walkthrough pop-up based on the hit film Pokémon Detective Pikachu, complete with Instagrammable moments alongside the neon cityscape, Ryme City marketplace, film prop displays, an infinity room and multiple characters from the film including Detective Pikachu himself! And the Shazam! activation gives fans the chance to visit the Chilladelphia Winter Carnival (featured in the blockbuster film) in sunny San Diego to play games, win exclusive prizes, and pose for some fun photo opps. The activations open on Wednesday night.
The
premieres/panels/activations (and confirmed talent thus far) hosted by Warner
Bros. Home Entertainment include:
Batman Beyond 20th Anniversary
Thursday,
July 18 – 12:15-1:15pm
Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, Batman Beyond won two Emmy Awards and three Annie Awards as it captured the imaginations of a new generation of Batman fans, setting new standards for super hero storytelling with innovative designs, outstanding voice acting and an intriguing approach to DC’s iconic characters and stories. The series also spawned an acclaimed animated film, Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker. Come celebrate the series’ 20th anniversary with many members of the creative team behind the breakthrough production, including producers Bruce Timm (Batman: The Animated Series) and Glen Murakami (Teen Titans), eight-time Emmy Award-winning casting/dialogue director Andrea Romano (Justice League), director James Tucker (Batman: Hush), writers Bob Goodman (Elementary, Warehouse 13), and Stan Berkowitz (Justice League: The New Frontier), and the acting stars of the series—Kevin Conroy (Batman: The Animated Series) and Will Friedle (Boy Meets World, Kim Possible), the voices of Batman and Terry McGinnis, respectively. Stay to the end for some exclusive prizes and cool announcements. Hall H
Horror Times Two: Critters Attack! and The Banana Splits Movie
Thursday,
July 18 – 4:30-5:30pm
Warner
Bros. Home Entertainment brings a double dip of upcoming horror films in Critters Attack! and The Banana Splits Movie (both
produced by Blue Ribbon Content in conjunction with SYFY). Inspired by the film series from the ’80s and ’90s, Critters Attack! follows
20-year-old Drea (Tashiana Washington), who reluctantly takes a job babysitting
for a professor of a college she hopes to attend. Struggling to entertain the
professor’s children, along with her own little brother, Drea takes them on a
hike, unaware that mysterious alien critters have crash-landed and started
devouring every living thing they encounter. Dee Wallace(E.T. the
Extra-Terrestrial), who starred in the original Critters as Helen Brown and returns to the franchise in the
mysterious role of Aunt Dee, and Tashiana
Washington (Shaft, Gimme Shelter) will be on the panel alongside
director Bobby Miller (The Cleanse), Critters puppeteer Keith
Arbuthnot (Eureka, The Cabin in the Woods), voice of the Critters Steve
Blum (Cowboy Bebop) and Blue Ribbons’ Peter Girardi to discuss the new
film. The Banana Splits
Movie offers
a new take on the classic characters from the late 1960s The Banana Splits Adventure Hour variety
program. In the upcoming
horror thriller, a boy named Harley and his family go to a taping of The
Banana Splits TV show, which is supposed to be a fun-filled birthday
for young Harley. But things take an unexpected turn—and the body count quickly
rises. Can Harley, his mom, and their new pals safely escape? The Banana Splits Movie panelists
include writers Jed Elinoff and Scott Thomas (Raven’s Home, My
Super Psycho Sweet 16), actor Sara Canning (The Vampire Diaries),
Blue Ribbon’s Peter Girardi, and the voice of the Banana Splits, Eric
Bauza (Looney Tunes Cartoons). Critters Attack! lands on earth on July 23, 2019 on Blu-ray Combo
Pack, DVD and Digital. The
Banana Splits Movie comes to Digital on August 13, and Blu-ray and DVD on
August 27. 6DE
Autograph Signing: Critters Attack! and The Banana Splits Movie
Thursday,
July 18 – 3:30-4:00pm – Warner Bros./DC Booth
Join
cast and crew members of the upcoming horror films Critters Attack! and The Banana Splits Movie (both produced by Blue Ribbon Content
in conjunction with SYFY) for an autograph session on exclusive Comic-Con 2019
film-specific posters. Currently slated to sign are Critters Attacks!
actors Dee
Wallace, Tashiana Washington, Steve Blum, director Bobby Miller, puppeteer Keith
Arbuthnot and Blue Ribbons’ Peter Girardi, and The
Banana Splits Movie writers Jed Elinoff and Scott
Thomas, actors Sara Canning and Eric Bauza and Blue Ribbon’s Peter
Girardi.
World Premiere of SHAZAM! Documentary
Thursday,
July 18 – 6:00-7:00pm
Discover the
unbelievable history behind the iconic, magical, and influential superhero who
is really just a kid at heart: SHAZAM! Introduced in person by one of the
film’s stars – Asher Angel – this DC Spotlight (streaming later this
summer on DC Universe) features interviews with the people who helped The
World’s Mightiest Mortal evolve from comic book hero to pop culture icon.
You’ll witness the enlightening perspectives of legendary DC writers and
artists, including Geoff Johns, Jerry Ordway, Tom Mandrake, Jeff Smith, Gerry
Conway, Jim Lee, and Dan DiDio; filmmaker/comic expert Kevin Smith; and the
stars and makers of 2019’s hit film, SHAZAM!: Zachary Levi, Mark Strong, Asher
Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Grace Fulton, Cooper Andrews, director David F. Sandberg,
and producer Peter Safran; and many more. Horton Grand Theatre
World Premiere of The Banana Splits Movie
Thursday,
July 18 – 10:00-11:30pm
One
banana, two bananas, three bananas . . . gore! Be among the first to witness
the terrifying return of everyone’s favorite silly quartet as The Banana Splits Movie offers a new take on the classic characters, which were first introduced
to audiences in 1968 with The Banana
Splits Adventure Hour variety program. In the upcoming horror
thriller, a boy named Harley and his family go to a taping of The
Banana Splits TV show, which is supposed to be a fun-filled birthday
for young Harley. But things take an unexpected turn—and the body count quickly
rises. Can Harley, his mom, and their new pals safely escape? The film stars Sara Canning (The Vampire
Diaries) and Dani Kind (Wynonna Earp), and Eric Bauza (Looney
Tunes Cartoons, Woody Woodpecker, UniKitty!) supplies the voices of the Banana Splits. The movie is written by
Jed Elinoff and Scott Thomas (Raven’s Home, My Super Psycho
Sweet 16) and directed by Danishka Esterhazy (Level 16). Produced by Blue Ribbon Content in association
with Warner Bros. Home
Entertainment and SYFY, The Banana Splits
Moviecomes to Digital on August 13, and Blu-ray and
DVD on August 27. Horton Grand Theatre
World Premiere of Batman: Hush
Friday,
July 19 – 7:15-9:15pm
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, DC, and Warner Bros. Animation returns for their traditional Friday night Comic-Con World Premiere of the latest DC Universe movie, and this time it’s a doozy—the long-awaited Batman: Hush.An adaptation of the seminal DC classic tale, Batman: Hush centers on a shadowy new villain known only as Hush, who uses Gotham’s Rogues Gallery to destroy Batman’s crime-fighting career, as well as Bruce Wayne’s personal life—which has already been complicated by a relationship with Selina Kyle, a.k.a. Catwoman. Meet the filmmakers and voice cast behind this new classic for a post-screening panel that will include Jason O’Mara (The Man in the High Castle) and Jennifer Morrison (Once Upon a Time) as the voices of Batman/Bruce Wayne and Catwoman/Selina Kyle, respectively; Geoffrey Arend (Madam Secretary) as the Riddler, Hynden Walch (Teen Titans Go!) as Harley Quinn, Bruce Thomas (Legally Blonde, Kyle XY) as Jim Gordon, director Justin Copeland (Reign of the Supermen), screenwriter Ernie Altbacker (Teen Titans: The Judas Contract), character designer Phil Bourassa (Young Justice), and executive producer James Tucker (Reign of the Supermen). Batman: Hush arrives on Digital starting July 20, 2019; on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack on August 6; and the DC Universe streaming service on August 13. Ballroom 20
Batman: HushEncore Screening
Friday,
July 19 – 9:30-11:00pm
Missed
it the first time? Loved it so much, you must see it again. Warner Bros. Home
Entertainment is proud to offer a second helping of its all new DC Universe
Movie—the much-anticipated Batman: Hush.An adaptation of the seminal DC
classic tale, Batman: Hush centers on
a shadowy new villain known only as Hush, who uses Gotham’s Rogues Gallery to
destroy Batman’s crime-fighting career, as well as Bruce Wayne’s personal
life—which has already been complicated by a relationship with Selina Kyle,
a.k.a. Catwoman. Batman: Hush
arrives on Digital starting July 20, 2019; on 4K Ultra
HD Combo Pack, Blu-ray
Combo Pack on August 6; and the DC Universe
streaming service on August 13. Ballroom 20
Scooby-Doo’s 50th Birthday Bash
Saturday,
July 20 – 12:30-1:30pm
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment (WBHE) salutes that lovable Great Dane, Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang with a panel spotlighting half a century of crime-solving silliness. For 50 years, the Mystery Inc. gang has entertained Scooby-Doo fans with zany hijinks, action-packed adventures, and engaging mysteries that have captivated viewers of all ages. What started as a Saturday morning cartoon exploded into an enormously successful franchise encompassing multiple spin-off series, original animated and live action films, consumer products and much more. Included in the celebration will be several key showrunners, filmmakers, and stars of the franchise, including Grey Griffin (DC Super Hero Grils, The Loud House) and Kate Micucci (Garfunkel & Oates, Unikitty!), the voices of Daphne and Velma, respectively—and a glimpse of the upcoming Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!: The Complete Series Limited Edition 50th Anniversary Mystery Mansion box set from WBHE (available in stores on September 3, 2019). 6A
World Premiere of Scooby-Doo! Return to Zombie Island
Sunday,
July 21 – 10:15-11:45am
Pack
your Scooby Snacks and join the Mystery Inc. gang as the teen sleuths embark on
a wild and spooky vacation with zombies and cat people on Scooby-Doo! Return to Zombie Island,an all-new, original film. Be among the first live audience to see this follow-up
to the classic, best-selling Scooby-Doo! film, Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island, as this new animated adventure finds
Scooby-Doo and his pals taking a much-deserved vacation to a tropical island.
Instead of getting rest and relaxation, however, they find themselves wrapped
up in one of their biggest mysteries yet! Produced by Warner Bros. Animation,
the film arrives this fall from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment. 6BCF
World Premiere of Teen Titans Go! Vs. Teen Titans
Sunday,
July 21 – 12:00-2:00pm
When the forces of evil unite from across time and dimensions, it’ll take the combined efforts of distinctly different, yet similar super hero teams to keep the universe secure in Teen Titans Go! Vs. Teen Titans. Come for the World Premiere of this blockbuster film, then stay for an incredibly entertaining panel discussion featuring the stars of the film—Greg Cipes (The Middle, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) as Beast Boy, Scott Menville (LEGO DC: Batman: Family Matters) as Robin, Khary Payton (The Walking Dead) as Cyborg, Tara Strong (Batman: The Animated Series, My Little Pony, Unikitty!) as Raven, Hynden Walch (Adventure Time, Groundhog Day) as Starfire, Grey Griffin (Scooby-Doo franchise, DC Super Hero Girls, The Fairly OddParents) as Mrs. Claus, and some surprise special guests. . . alongside producer/director Jeff Mednikow (Be Cool, Scooby-Doo!, Teen Titans Go!), screenwriters Marly Halpern-Graser (Batman vs. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) and Jeremy Adams (LEGO DC: Batman: Family Matters). Produced by Warner Bros. Animation and DC, the feature-length animated film arrives from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment this fall on Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital. 6BCF
World Premiere of LEGO DC: Batman: Family Matters
Sunday,
July 21 – 2:15-4:15pm
Batman, Robin, and Batgirl must
stick together even when Gotham’s most dangerous villains attempt to pull them
apart in LEGODC: Batman: Family Matters, the latest animated adventure in the LEGO
DC series. Witness the World Premiere of this action-packed, brick-tastic
adventure that will be followed by a star-studded panel of actors and
filmmakers, including the voices of Batman, Batgirl, and Robin—Troy Baker
(Batman vs. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,
Batman: Arkham Origins), Alyson Stoner (Phineas
and Ferb) and Scott Menville (Teen
Titans, Teen Titans Go!)—along with Jason Spisak (Young Justice) as Red Hood, Tara
Strong (Batman: The Animated Series, Teen
Titans, Teen Titans Go!) as Batwoman, and Steve Blum
(Cowboy Bebop, Star Wars Rebels) as Scarecrow. Filmmakers include
producer Rick Morales (LEGO
Scooby-Doo!: Haunted Hollywood), director Matt Peters (LEGODCComics Super Heroes: Aquaman: Rage of
Atlantis), and screenwriter Jeremy Adams (LEGO DC Comics Super
Heroes: The Flash). Produced by
Warner Bros. Animation, DC, and the LEGO Group, the film will be distributed by
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment later this summer on Blu-rayTM Combo
Pack, DVD, and Digital. 6BCF
Pay a visit to Earth-land, but don’t forget to brush up on your spells. Bring home Panther Lily, Zeref Dragneel, Gajeel Redfox and Frosch.
POP! ANIMATION – YU YU HAKUSHO
Go on an adventure through the Underworld with Pop! Underworld Detective Yusuke Urameshi, underworld demon Kurama, Kazuma Kuwabara and the pilot of the River Styx named Botan.
Pop! Hiei will be available as an exclusive – TBD.
5 STAR – MY HERO ACADEMIA
School’s in session as young superheroes-in-training learn how to save the world in My Hero Academia. In honor of the Japanese adventure anime series, celebrate a 5 Star team worthy of respect. Bring home 5 Star Izuku “Deku” Midoriya, Ochaco Uraraka , Katsuki Bakugo, Shoto Todoroki and the Symbol of Peace, “All Might”.
A Pop! Deku Entertainment Earth exclusive and a Pop! Deku Hot Topic exclusive will also be available.
POP! ANIMATION – CASTLEVANIA
Join the battle between vampire and human with the Castlevania Pop! series but don’t be surprised if the vampires you bring home have a distaste for humans. Bring home Pop! Trevor Belmont, Pop! Vlad Dracula Tepes, Pop! Adrian Tepes, Pop! Blue Fangs and Pop! Sypha Belnades but don’t expect peace between the characters.
POP! ANIMATION – BETTY BOOP – MERMAID
Betty Boop is making a splash this Spring with her latest collectible figure! Wearing her classic hoop earrings, a clamshell bra and blue tail, Betty will shimmy her way right into your heart even if she can’t stand upright with her tail.
POP! ANIMATION – THE SIMPSONS
“D’oh”
Celebrate America’s longest-running sitcom with a trip to Springfield where the nuclear power plant safety practices are subpar, nobody ages and The Krusty the Clown Show is the highest form of entertainment. Along the way, collect a Pop! Vinyl Homer Simpson as Radioactive Man, Lisa Simpson with her saxophone, Bart Simpson as Bartman, Maggie, Grampa, Moe and Mr. Burns.
Muumuu Homer will be available as a Hot Topic exclusive.
POP! TOWN – SCOOBY DOO – HAUNTED MANSION
If you’ve got a mystery that needs solving, the Scooby-Doo gang is on the case but there’s a good chance a haunted mansion will be involved. This Pop! Town haunted mansion and Pop! Scooby-Doo are happy to help you solve any mystery but might expect payment in Scooby snacks.
POP! TOWN – SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS
“Who lives in a pineapple under the sea?” Bring some Bikini Bottom whimsy and charm to your house with SpongeBob’s delightful pineapple house. The Pop! Town fruit domicile and Pop! SpongeBob with Gary the Snail on his head are a colorful addition to any collection.
POP! COMICS – GARFIELD
Fall in love with Jim Davis’ lasagna-loving cat and the goofball dog that lives with him. Pop! Garfield and Pop! Odie will bring humor and charm to any collection.
Pop! Garfield with an “I Hate Mondays” mug will soon be available as a Funko Shop exclusive.
Mezco Toyz looks to be getting into the less articulated line of toys with their new line of figures, 5 Points. They’ll have more revealed at Toy Fair 2019.
For now, the toy company has released two figure concepts, Birdman and a figure from Scooby Doo.
Dorbz: Scooby Doo Series 2 are out now from Funko.
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Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment revealed today some of the many different environments that exist throughout the 14 levels of LEGO Dimensions, the upcoming entertainment experience that merges physical LEGO brick building with interactive console gameplay. Players can interact with most of the fan-favorite universes within LEGO Dimensions from the Starter Pack main game, no matter which characters, vehicles and gadgets they choose to play with, and with no additional purchase or expansion pack required.
At the start of the game, the heroes Batman, Gandalf and Wyldstyle begin their journey on the Yellow Brick Road in the colorful world of Oz. Their quest takes them through the city of Ninjago, plus Metropolis, Middle Earth, and Hill Valley, just to name a few. Each level offers players a new mission on their path to save the LEGO Multiverse.
For players who want to further customize their gameplay experience, the characters, vehicles and gadgets from any of the LEGO Dimensions Level Packs, Team Packs and Fun Packs can be brought into any of the different level environments with no restrictions. The LEGO Dimensions Level Packs will provide players with an additional level to play of a given entertainment franchise, in addition to the 14 levels included in the main game.
Launching September 27, 2015, LEGO Dimensions will be available for Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, and the Wii U.
In a new video featuring Scooby-Doo and Shaggy, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment revealed today gameplay featuring everyone’s favorite Mystery, Inc. characters in LEGO Dimensions, the upcoming entertainment experience that merges physical LEGO brick building with interactive console gameplay. For the first time in a LEGO videogame, the Scooby-Doo gameplay combines the distinctive, blocky LEGO art style with the cel-shaded look of the original, animated cartoons. The LEGO Dimensions Starter Pack includes a complete, mission-based Scooby-Doo level that Batman, Wyldstyle and Gandalf must traverse in their quest to stop Lord Vortech and save the LEGO Multiverse.
For Scooby-Doo fans that want to customize their LEGO Dimensions experience, it was also announced that a Scooby-Doo Team Pack which includes LEGO Scooby-Doo and LEGO Shaggy minifigures, plus a LEGO Mystery Machine and LEGO Scooby Snack, will be available at the launch of the Starter Pack. Scooby-Doo and Shaggy each have their own abilities and the Mystery Machine and Scooby Snack can be physically built and then rebuilt twice for a total of three different objects that do entirely different things in the digital game for massive variety. Either character can also unlock the Scooby-Doo Adventure World, an open-world environment which provides additional open world gameplay content separate from the game’s main story which allows players to explore iconic Scooby-Doo locations, race, solve puzzles, and more.
All expansion packs provide gamers the opportunity to use every character, vehicle and gadget interchangeably, anywhere throughout the game. Players can bring up to seven toys into the LEGO Dimensions game all at once by placing them on the LEGO Toy Pad to create extreme gameplay cross-overs, such as Scooby-Doo piloting the Batmobile through Springfield!
Launching September 27, 2015, LEGO Dimensions will be available for Xbox One, the all-in one games and entertainment system from Microsoft and the Xbox 360 games and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation4 and PlayStation3 computer entertainment systems and the Wii U system from Nintendo.
The LEGOGroup has announced its partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products to develop LEGO building sets inspired by Scooby-Doo! Five new building sets will bring the zaniness of classic characters including Shaggy, Scooby and the entire gang to life in LEGO form for the first time ever, and are scheduled to hit store shelves in August.
In another first, the Scooby Gang will be animated in LEGO form. In 2015, fans can look forward to a 22-minute LEGO special, featuring Scooby-Doo, and produced in partnership with Warner Bros. Animation. In addition, Warner Bros. Animation will also be producing made-for-video movie titles, which will be released by Warner Bros. Home Entertainment in the coming years.
The sets will be available beginning in August and include:
In 2011 Cartoon Network will transport fans attending San Diego Comic-Con International to the unpredictable and exciting world of Adventure Time! The Land of Ooo comes to Comic Con and to the streets of San Diego with an Adventure Time themed booth, Pizzeria and the first-ever Adventure Time Parade.
Based on the hit show, Cartoon Network’s booth will feature a massive one-of-a-kind inflatable of series star Jake, with Finn and Lady Rainicorn along for the ride. Fans will be able to take photos set in the Land of Ooo with Adventure Time characters, collect five exclusive Adventure Time buttons, participate in an open casting call to audition as their favorite Adventure Time character and attend a star-studded panel filled with live readings, giveaways, and more!
Cartoon Network once again goes beyond the San Diego Convention Center with an even bigger presence, this time based around the massively popular show Adventure Time! Visit the Cartoon Network Pizzeria (Ciro’s Pizzeria, 536 Market Street, Between 5th and 6th in the Gaslamp Quarter) from Wednesday, July 20–Sunday, July 24 for a unique, fully immersive takeover. The restaurant brings you into the world of Adventure Time with floor-to-ceiling décor, episodes and clips, and a custom Jake plush free with purchase throughout the entire convention (while supplies last). Also, brand ambassadors throughout the Gaslamp District will distribute coupons for special Happy Hour free food and drink each day.
Every day during the convention an Adventure Time parade featuring Finn, Jake, Ice King, Princess Bubblegum, Lumpy Space Princess, and Lady Rainicorn will wind its way through the Gaslamp District!
Other Cartoon Network series will be showcased at San Diego Comic-Con International with talent and giveaways at convention panels including the exciting action of Ben 10, Generator Rex, Young Justice, Green Lantern: The Animated Series, ThunderCats, Star Wars: The Clone Wars and the hilarious antics of comedy hits like Regular Show, The Amazing World of Gumball, The Problem Solverz, The Looney Tunes Show and many more!
Fans can also tune into Cartoon Network for “Cartoon Network’s Big Fan Weekend” featuring Andrew W.K. (host, Destroy Build Destroy) interviewing popular Cartoon Network show creators and talent live from the convention floor! All weekend long viewers tuning in to Cartoon Network will get first looks at upcoming new movies and series as well as exclusives and sneak peeks of their favorite returning series.
Below is a schedule of Cartoon Network series panels, fan events and signings at 2011 Comic-Con International in San Diego, Calif., Thursday, July 21 – Sunday, July 24, 2011. All times, dates and locations subject to change.
Thursday, July 21
LUCAS PANEL: The Clone Wars Season Four Preview
4:45 – 5:45 p.m.
Room: 6BCF
The epic conflict of Star Wars: The Clone Wars intensifies in the upcoming season, as new battle lines are drawn, new threats arise, and old enemies resurface. Take an unparalleled first look into this Fall’s action, drama and adventure as the creators of hit series from Lucasfilm preview some of what will astound Star Wars fans in Season Four. Featuring supervising director Dave Filoni, CG lighting and FX supervisor Joel Aron, and other talents from behind-the-scenes at Lucasfilm Animation. Hosted by Pablo Hidalgo.
Friday, July 22
WB PANEL: MAD Screening and Q&A
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Room: 25ABC
Often imitated but never duplicated, MAD is more than just the country’s best-selling humor magazine — it’s also the inspiration for the outrageous animated series from Warner Bros. Animation. Featuring short animated parodies, crazy commercials, pretend promos and classic gags inspired by the iconic magazine, MAD is currently one of the highest-rated series on Cartoon Network … and back at Comic-Con to share more laughs and explore the world of MAD. Join MADMagazine editor John Ficarra, art director Sam Viviano and “Spy vs. Spy” artist Peter Kuper, along with MAD series producers Kevin Shinick and Mark Marek, for a sizzle reel of laughs from season one, a sneak peek at season two and a wise-cracking Q&A that’s bound to be, well, MAD. MAD airs Mondays at 8:30 p.m. ET/PT on Cartoon Network.
CARTOON NETWORK: Regular Show / The Problem Solverz + More!
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Room: 6A
Johnny Test! The Amazing World of Gumball! Adventure Time! Regular Show! MAD! The Problem Solverz! Cartoon Network is dominating Monday nights with the FUNNIEST night on television, and we’re bringing the inside scoop to Comic Con! Join creators and talent from Regular Show and The Problem Solverz as they talk about how these two comedy hits came to life, perform unique live readings, and show exclusive clips from upcoming episodes! The panel features Regular Show creator J.G. Quintel (Mordecai), Bill Salyers (Rigby), Sam Marin (Pops, Benson, Muscle Man), Janie Hadad (Margaret) and Mike Roth (creative director); The Problem Solverz talent includes acclaimed artist and show creator Ben Jones (Alfe and Roba) and Kyle Kaplan (Horace).
WB PANEL: Green Lantern: The Animated Series Video Presentation and Q&A
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Room: 6BCF
Warner Bros. Animation brings the Green Lantern to television in an all-new CG animated action series for Cartoon Network from world-renowned producer, artist and animator Bruce Timm (Batman: The Animated Series). Based upon the DC Comics super hero, Green Lantern: The Animated Series centers on Hal Jordan and his partner Kilowog who find themselves alone on the edge of the Guardian Frontier fighting off an invasion by the deadly Red Lantern Corps. Timm will headline a panel — moderated by Warner Bros. Animation’s Sam Register (Teen Titans) — which will also feature producer Giancarlo Volpe (Star Wars: The Clone Wars) and producer/story editor Jim Krieg (Ben 10: Alien Swarm). In addition to the Q&A, fans in attendance will be treated to footage of this highly anticipated new series prepared exclusively for Comic-Con.
LUCAS PANEL: Rendering the Galaxy Far, Far Away – The Digital Art and Light of The Clone Wars
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Room: 7AB
What does it take to being The Clone Wars to the screen? How is the feature film quality animation produced on a weekly television schedule? These secrets are kept by the artists at Lucasfilm Animation, and they are here to peer behind-the-scenes of the hit animated series, offering insight into the creative and technical process of continuing the epic sweep and visual grandeur of the Star Wars saga. Featuring supervising director Dave Filoni, CG lighting & FX supervisor Joel Aron, and other talents from behind-the-scenes at Lucasfilm Animation. Hosted by Pablo Hidalgo.
WB PANEL:ThunderCats Premiere EpisodeScreening and Q&A
3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Room: 6A
Comic-Con, Ho! From the moment this series was announced, fans have answered the call — now, the wait is finally over as Warner Bros. Animation is proud to bring the fans at Comic-Con the world premiere of this all-new reimagining of the beloved ’80s franchise. Lion-O, Tygra, Panthro, Cheetara, Wily Kit, Wily Kat and Snarf are back! After the screening, producers Michael Jelenic (Batman: The Brave and the Bold) and Ethan Spaulding (Avatar: The Last Airbender), art director Dan Norton (G.I. Joe: Resolute) and members of the voice cast will discuss what viewers can expect in the first season of this exciting new series. ThunderCats premieres in a special one-hour episode on Friday, July 29 at 8/7c on Cartoon Network. Become a fan of ThunderCats on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thundercats.
Saturday, July 23
CARTOON NETWORK: Adventure Time
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Room: 6A
What time is it?! It’s ADVENTURE TIME…COMIC CON STYLE! See what’s in store for Finn, Jake, and and all their friends from the mystical Land of Ooo as Cartoon Network’s break-out hit comes to you LIVE with a star-studded panel of talent, including show creator Pendleton Ward, Jeremy Shada (Finn), Hynden Walch (Princess Bubblegum), Olivia Olson (Marceline the Vampire Queen), Kent Osborne (storyboard artist) and others. If you want to see sneak peaks of upcoming episodes (and we know you do!), and be the first to learn about upcoming special events (don’t deny it!) and want to get your hands on some algebraic Adventure Time gear (Hammacow!), then you do not want to miss this totally out-of-this-world panel!
Sunday, July 24
WB PANEL: Young Justice Screening and Q&A
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Room: 7AB
Robin, Aqualad, Kid Flash, Miss Martian, Red Arrow and Superboy — these aren’t your average sidekicks and this isn’t your average cartoon. In a short amount of time, and with just a small number of episodes, fans have embraced this new action-adventure series as Warner Bros. Animation has brought some of their favorite DC heroes to life. Following a special screening, producers Brandon Vietti (Batman: Under the Red Hood) and Greg Weisman (Gargoyles), lead character designer Phil Bourassa (Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths) and additional members of the creative team will be on hand to answer your burning questions on what the future holds for “the team.” Young Justice Season 1, Part 1 is available on DVD now.
WB PANEL: Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated Screening and Q&A
1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Room 6A
The gang from Crystal Cove is packing up its best traps and bringing them to San Diego, and it’s no mystery as to why fans have embraced this most recent take on Scooby-Doo from Warner Bros. Animation. Join supervising producers Spike Brandt and Tony Cervone (both Duck Dodgers) and producer Mitch Watson (Ben 10: Race Against Time) for a special screening of the first season finale and a lively panel on the adventures that await Scooby, Shaggy, Fred, Daphne and Velma in season two. Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated airs Tuesdays at 7:30/6:30c on Cartoon Network and the original movie Scooby-Doo! Legend of the Phantosaur will be released on DVD September 13. Become a fan of Scooby-Doo on Facebook at www.facebook.com/scoobydoo.
WB PANEL: The Looney Tunes Show Screening and Q&A
2:15 – 3:15 p.m.
Room 6A
Comic-Con can be a crazy place, but it’s about to get Looney. After an extended break from the limelight, animation’s favorite mismatched duo Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck (along with all your other favorite Looney Tunes characters) return in The Looney Tunes Show, an all-new animated half-hour comedy series from Warner Bros. Animation. Following a special screening, the laughs continue when supervising producers Spike Brandt and Tony Cervone (both Duck Dodgers), story editor Hugh Davidson, writer Rachel Ramras and other members of the creative team will take the stage to answer your questions. Just don’t ask them, “Eh, what’s up, Doc?” From Warner Bros. Animation, The Looney Tunes Show airs Tuesdays at 8/7c on Cartoon Network. Become a fan of The Looney Tunes Show on Facebook at www.facebook.com/looneytunes.
CARTOON NETWORK Action: Ben 10 / Generator Rex
2:15 – 3:15 p.m.
Room: 6BCF
Two of action animation’s biggest stars collide in one explosive panel! Join the voice talent and creators behind Ben 10 and Generator Rex as they give fans a sneak peak into the future of these two series, including an exclusive first look at the upcoming “Ben 10 / Generator Rex: Heroes United” Crossover Special Event! Yuri Lowenthal (Ben) is on hand for some fun surprises, as well as series creators and writers for the inside scoop on two of Cartoon Network’s biggest Friday Night Action hits! PLUS: Ben 10 Fans won’t want to miss the exclusive world premiere unveiling of footage from the new Ben 10 CGI movie!
CARTOON NETWORK SIGNINGS
Friday, July 22
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Regular Show / The Problem Solverz + More!
Location: AA8
Saturday, July 23
4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Adventure Time
Location: AA8
Sunday, July 24
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Ben 10 / Generator Rex
Location: AA2
THE CARTOON NETWORK PIZZERIA at CIRO’s
CIRO’S PIZZERIA
536 Market Street (Between 5th and 6th)
San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 696-0405
Cartoon Network (CartoonNetwork.com), currently seen in more than 99 million U.S. homes and 166 countries around the world, is Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.’s ad-supported cable service now available in HD offering the best in original, acquired and classic entertainment for youth and families. Nightly from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. (ET, PT), Cartoon Network shares its channel space with Adult Swim, a late-night destination showcasing original and acquired animated and live-action series for young adults 18-34.
Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., a Time Warner company, creates and programs branded news, entertainment, animation and young adult media environments on television and other platforms for consumers around the world.
