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WonderCon 2026

2:30pm PDT

Brandon Davis Show LIVE

Friday March 27, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

Brandon Davis (formerly of ComicBook.com) brings his first-ever live edition of The Brandon Davis Show to WonderCon for a fun conversation with a main character. BD and a celebrity guest discuss an upcoming project and also take a walk down memory lane, looking back at some of their greatest moments and characters, boldest career choices, and the human experience of creating art and sharing it with the world.

Friday March 27, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Comics

3:45pm PDT

Aliens 40: The 40th Anniversary of One of the Best Sequels Ever Made

Friday March 27, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT

This panel marks the 40th anniversary of Aliens (1986), honoring James Cameron's sequel and its lasting impact on science fiction action and pop culture. Members of the cast, including Michael Biehn, Jennette Goldstein, and Mark Rolston, share behind-the-scenes stories, discuss groundbreaking effects, and reflect on the evolution of Ripley into an action icon. Moderated by Mark Atkinson (actor, filmmaker), the panel features anecdotes, audience Q&A, and retrospective insights designed to engage longtime fans and introduce new audiences to this influential film.

Friday March 27, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Anniversaries, Fandom, Horror and Suspense, Humor & Satire, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Tributes

5:00pm PDT

35 Years of Indie Animation Production: Ron Diamond, Highlights from His Career as a Producer

Friday March 27, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT

What does a producer do? Most people think it's about handling production and the funds necessary to complete it, but it's more than that. Ron Diamond has worked tirelessly representing mostly little-known artist animators and seeking out opportunities for them. Many of these directors live outside the U.S. and would not necessarily have been discovered had it not been for their working with Ron, allowing him to introduce them to the advertising market in the U.S. and oversee their productions. This panel presents examples of the personal work of several directors and the commissioned work they created for American and international markets.

Friday March 27, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Animation

6:15pm PDT

Toonstock 17: We're Singing Again . . . with the Dynamic Music Partners!

Friday March 27, 2026 6:15pm - 7:15pm PDT

Toonstock returns for a 17th entertaining panel, featuring the celebrated creative composers of copious cartoon music, the Emmy Award–winning Dynamic Music Partners. Perk up your ears for an hour of animated musical fun discussing the likes of Justice League, Teen Titans, Batman Beyond, The Zeta Project, The New Batman Superman Adventures, Marvel's Avengers Assemble, Batman: The Brave and the Bold, and more with DMP's terrific trio—Kristopher Carter, Lolita Ritmanis, and Michael McCuistion—alongside The Archive Guys Podcast hosts Matthew Patterson and DW Ferranti, and moderator Gary Miereanu. Prepare to raise your own voice during the beloved Batman: The Brave and the Bold sing-along to the landmark "Mayhem of the Music Meister" episode.

Friday March 27, 2026 6:15pm - 7:15pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Animation, Anime & Manga, Comics, Historical, Kids, Movies, Music, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television

7:30pm PDT

The Greatest Cartoons Ever!

Friday March 27, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT

ASIFA-Hollywood teams with renowned animation historian Jerry Beck (CartoonResearch.com, MeTV Toons) for a big-screen celebration of classic theatrical shorts featuring Popeye, Bugs Bunny, and legendary work by Chuck Jones and Tex Avery. Presented with historical context and live commentary, this screening invites audiences to rediscover why these cartoons became foundational to animation fandom and why they still resonate today.

Friday March 27, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Animation, Movies

8:45pm PDT

Taskmaster LA: Bring Your Own Bestie

Friday March 27, 2026 8:45pm - 9:45pm PDT

Taskmaster LA returns to WonderCon with a new twist: All team tasks! Three pairs of partners will have their friendship tested by Taskmaster Ryan Omega and assistant Reuben Bresler, for arbitrary points and comedy, based on the internationally popular TV show. Join Angelique Rockwood and Kiri Callaghan, Aki Benson and Shoshanna Ruth Green, and Dan Wood and Efran Nava for an evening of Taskmaster-style challenges and laughs.

Friday March 27, 2026 8:45pm - 9:45pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Television, Humor & Satire

12:15pm PDT

Bat in the Sun

Saturday March 28, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm PDT

The Bat in the Sun crew presents an exclusive sneak preview of their upcoming Super Power Beat Down, followed by a Q&A where attendees can ask questions and suggest future battles. The panel also includes an update on the highly anticipated film Legend of the White Dragon.

Saturday March 28, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Movies, Seminars & Workshops

1:30pm PDT

X-Men Fandom

Saturday March 28, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

This panel celebrates all things related to the X-Men as mutants gather once more at WonderCon. Entertainment professionals discuss how they became involved in the world of X and what it means to them. Panelists include Laura Post (Emma Frost in Marvel Rivals), Crystal Lee (Jean Grey in Marvel Rivals), Gui Agustini (Sunspot in X-Men ’97), and Steven E. Gordon (artistic director of X-Men Evolution). Audience members can expect surprise giveaways. The panel will be moderated by Giant-Size Production's Chris Riley and Chandler Poling, co-creators of The Uncanny Experience.

Saturday March 28, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
North 100B

U: Updated, Superheroes, Science Fiction & Fantasy | 1: Programs, Superheroes, Science Fiction & Fantasy

2:45pm PDT

Tidings from Middle-earth: Film and TV in 2026

Saturday March 28, 2026 2:45pm - 3:45pm PDT

The internet's longest-running Tolkien community, TheOneRing.net (TORn), brings together Nicole Roberts (TORn outreach coordinator), Nancy Steinman (graphic artist and writer), Clifford Broadway (host of TORn Tuesday), Cathy Udovch (TORn special events coordinator), and Kristi Fojtik (founder of Tolkien Forever) to share the latest news about the film The Hunt for Gollum, The Rings of Power on Prime, and Magic: The Gathering's new Hobbit expansion, among many other Middle-earth-inspired endeavors. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the release of Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, celebrated with theater screenings of the trilogy films earlier in the year. Panelists discuss upcoming celebrations and how Tolkien's works have been expanded since the film's release in 2001. Cosplay is always encouraged and appreciated. Moderated by Justin Sewell (producer of TORn Tuesday).

Saturday March 28, 2026 2:45pm - 3:45pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Books, Fandom, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

4:00pm PDT

How The Toys That Made Us Inspired a Toy Company

Saturday March 28, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT

Brian Volk-Weiss (The Movies That Made Us, Disney's Behind the Attraction) and the Nacelle team share how The Toys That Made Us docuseries launched Nacelle Toys, who now produce action figures for Star Trek, Biker Mice from Mars, RoboForce, The Expanse, C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa, Sectaurs, and more. Fans will get a sneak peek of the upcoming "Polly Pocket" episode from of The Toys That Made Us.

Saturday March 28, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Fandom, Television

5:15pm PDT

Four Decades of Robotech

Saturday March 28, 2026 5:15pm - 6:15pm PDT

Harmony Gold U.S.A. celebrates Robotech entering its fourth decade of growth. Get the latest news and updates on new toy lines from Toynami, ThreeZero, KitzConcept, Unix Square, and Sentinel, tabletop games from Strange Machine Games, the latest comics from Titan Comics, and a new video game license (yes, you read that right).

Saturday March 28, 2026 5:15pm - 6:15pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Action/Adventure, Animation, Anime & Manga, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

6:30pm PDT

David Dastmalchian: Comic Book Movie Actor to Comic Book Creator

Saturday March 28, 2026 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT

Actor and writer David Dastmalchian (The Suicide Squad, Count Crowley) discusses his career across comic books, film, television, and stage, exploring how these storytelling forms connect to his journey.

Saturday March 28, 2026 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Television, Movies

11:00am PDT

The Choice Behind the Voice

Sunday March 29, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Notable voice acting talents Candi Milo (Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends), Eric Bauza (The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie), Kaitlyn Robrock (Minnie's Bow-Toons), Frank Todaro (The Cuphead Show), Cassandra Lee Morris (Marvel Rivals), and Piotr Michael (Young Jedi Adventures) share the process that went into crafting the voices for their most famous characters. Hosted by writer/producer FM De Marco (DreamWorks Dragons).

Sunday March 29, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Animation, Anime & Manga, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Fandom, Humor & Satire, Movies, Podcasts, Television, Video Games, Writers & Writing

12:15pm PDT

Long Away Short Film Screening

Sunday March 29, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm PDT

Victoria travels into her past to meet a man she never knew, her father, to bond over comics and see if he would accept her for who she really is. The award-winning queer trans sci-fi short film Long Away is followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers. Featuring writers and directors Tilly Bridges and Susan Bridges (Star Trek Voyager: Homecoming, Just Another Summer), Erin Macdonald (Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, Star Trek: Prodigy), assistant director/VFX lead Jessie Earl (Identiteaze, the Jessie Gender YouTube channel), and stars Griffin Kelly (HBO's Book of Queer, Two Cats on a Date) and Justin Lawrence Barnes (Juilliard, Steve Yokey's Sleeping Giant). Suitable for all ages.

Sunday March 29, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Comics, LGBTQIA+, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy

1:30pm PDT

Jaws 50: The 50th Anniversary of Steven Spielberg's Jaws

Sunday March 29, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

Just when attendees thought it was safe to go back to WonderCon . . . This panel celebrates Jaws's 2025 50th anniversary and explores the impact and legacy of Spielberg's iconic film with fellow fans and experts, including Chris Gore (film critic and founder, Film Threat), Pat Jankiewicz (author, Just When You Thought It Was Safe: A Jaws Companion), and Steph Cannon (Fangoria). Moderated by Mark Atkinson (actor, filmmaker, longtime Jaws fan), the panel focuses on the film's enduring influence on popular culture.

Sunday March 29, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Anniversaries, Fandom, Horror and Suspense, Humor & Satire, Movies, Tributes

2:45pm PDT

Trailer Park

Sunday March 29, 2026 2:45pm - 3:45pm PDT

Seize the opportunity to watch some of the best and most exciting genre trailers with hundreds of fellow fans. Cheer for your favorites and discover upcoming hidden gems as this longstanding convention tradition comes to WonderCon.

Sunday March 29, 2026 2:45pm - 3:45pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Movies