Comic-Con 2026, held from July 23-26 at the San Diego Convention Center, featured major announcements from top entertainment studios like Marvel, DC, Amazon MGM, HBO Max, and Hulu. The event drew over 135,000 badge holders and showcased film and TV reveals ranging from new casting news to upcoming series debuts. Marvel Studios notably reclaimed its Hall H Saturday spotlight after skipping the previous year, unveiling exciting future projects and casting, including Ryan Gosling as the new Ghost Rider with a 2028 film directed by Shawn Levy and Ryan Coogler returning to direct the third Black Panther film, introducing David Jonsson as T'Challa’s son, set for 2028 release.

Celebrity appearances added to the buzz, with Ryan Reynolds surprising fans by cosplaying as Deadpool around the convention center and interacting playfully during a Marvel panel. Amazon MGM Studios promoted “Spaceballs: The New One” with the unexpected return of Rick Moranis, who came out of retirement for the sequel, creating an emotional moment for fans. Disney’s Hulu also surprised audiences by announcing Season 14 of “Futurama” plus three XXL-sized specials beginning in 2027, helmed by creator Matt Groening and original cast members.

On the DC front, HBO Max revealed new details about the upcoming series “Lanterns,” featuring Sinestro and the Manhunters as villains, along with Laura Linney as a pivotal Guardian character. The series follows Green Lantern recruits John Stewart and Hal Jordan investigating a cosmic murder mystery, with a connection hinted between this show and the 2027 Superman sequel “Man of Tomorrow.” The panel featured stars Kyle Chandler, Aaron Pierre, and Nathan Fillion among others.

Amazon Prime Video showcased the third season of “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power,” revealing Simon Pegg as the voice of Balrog and introducing new cast members while focusing on the War of the Elves and Sauron. Additionally, Seth Green announced that the long-delayed “Star Wars: Detours” animated comedy series, shelved since Disney acquired Lucasfilm, will finally premiere at the Lucas Museum opening in September. These highlights encapsulate Comic-Con 2026’s mix of nostalgia, big reveals, and strategies to engage fans across franchises.