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Prime Video has premiered a new trailer for the upcoming limited series "Blade Runner 2099" at New York Comic Con. Set 50 years after the events of "Blade Runner 2049," the show takes place in a reborn Los Angeles. The series stars Hunter Schafer as fugitive Cora, who takes on a final identity as a Blade Runner, and Michelle Yeoh as Olwen. The two are forced to partner in this highly anticipated sci-fi thriller.
Universal Television and author Matt Dinniman announced at New York Comic Con that the live-action adaptation of the best-selling LitRPG novel series 'Dungeon Crawler Carl' is set to begin filming next year, with production targeting a 2027 shoot. Key creative leads and executives shared that the project is currently in soft prep, hiring department heads, and reviewing scripts to ensure all are written before production officially commences.
Best-selling author Tomi Adeyemi has quietly canceled her upcoming appearance at New York Comic Con. She was scheduled to promote her new book, “The Siren,” during a Saturday slot at the massive pop-culture convention. Neither Adeyemi nor event organizers ReedPop provided an official public announcement ahead of the cancellation. The sudden withdrawal has left fans wondering about the reasons behind her absence and looking for updates.
The beloved animated series "Bob's Burgers" is returning with a new holiday-themed short titled "On the Fort Day of Christmas." Creator and executive producer Loren Bouchard announced the release date during the show's New York Comic-Con panel. The special is set to premiere on December 7 on Hulu and via Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers. The plot follows the Belcher children as they attempt to build a massive fort during a record-breaking snowstorm.
Actor Nicolas Cage recently spoke out against Amazon during a panel appearance at New York Comic Con. He revealed that he refused to sign an artificial intelligence waiver for the Prime Video series "Spider-Noir." Cage stated that he is not an AI-friendly actor and does not expect to collaborate with the studio again following the dispute. The series itself was canceled after one season despite receiving numerous Emmy nominations and strong viewership numbers.
Lego has announced a groundbreaking crossover event at New York Comic Con, inviting builders to merge the universes of Marvel and Star Wars. Through the Lego Ideas platform, fans will have the unique opportunity to design a set that combines these two massive pop culture franchises into a single official product.
Oscar nominee LaKeith Stanfield recently offered fans a special preview of his upcoming horror film, "Molepeople," during an appearance at the New York Comic-Con. Co-starring Emmy winner Ben Mendelsohn, the movie follows a man who descends into abandoned tunnels beneath New York City, uncovering a twisted underground society. Directed by Rob Savage and written by Nathan Elston, the project is a major collaboration between Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Paramount Primal. During the panel, Stanfield officially announced that the horror feature is scheduled for a theatrical release on August 27, 2027.
Horror powerhouse Blumhouse Atomic Monster has announced a new partnership with digital horror content creator Heidi Wong. Revealed at New York Comic Con, the collaboration will task Wong with creating original short films for the studio. Wong teased that her upcoming project draws heavy inspiration from Eastern mythology and folklore, continuing the trend of mainstream studios partnering with independent digital talent.
Prime Video has announced the premiere date for its highly anticipated Viking drama series, "Bloodaxe," set to launch on January 20, 2027. The streamer also debuted a fierce new trailer during a dedicated panel at the New York Comic Con. The panel featured co-showrunners Michael Hirst and Horatio Hirst alongside cast members Xavier Molyneux, Jessica Madsen, and Levi Miller. The first season consists of eight episodes, and Amazon has already renewed the series for a second season, which is currently in production in Ireland.
Eric Stonestreet is officially confirmed to reprise his role in the second season of Paramount+'s hit series "Dexter: Resurrection." The actor made a surprise appearance at the show's New York Comic-Con panel to share the major casting news. Stonestreet plays Al Walker, a serial killer originally introduced in the first season. Fans can expect his character to play a significant role as the story unfolds in the upcoming episodes.
New York Comic Con is celebrating its 20th anniversary at the Javits Convention Center, marking two decades of growth from a 33,000-person gathering to a massive 250,000-attendee event. Organizer ReedPop has introduced new accessibility measures, including an after 3 p.m. ticket for Thursday and a partnership with Coney Island, while teasing a potential five-day expansion for next year.