The 2015 San Diego Comic-Con International, a comic and multi-genre entertainment convention, will take place at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California, between Thursday 9th and Sunday 12th July 2015.

The largest convention of its kind in the world, the San Diego Comic-Con International was originally showcasing primarily comic books and science fiction and fantasy related topics, but now covers a much wider range of entertainment elements across virtually all genres and media. The convention frequently attracts more than 130,000 attendees, filling the San Diego Convention Center to its capacity.

This year’s programme includes (literally) hundreds of discussion groups, panels, meetings, signings, screenings, workshops, and other events on dozens of science fiction, fantasy, horror, comics, manga, anime and cosplay-related topics.

Here are just some of the highlights from this year’s convention:

Thursday, 9 July

10:30  Re-imagining the Very Best of Battlestar Galactica for a New Generation

Host Richard Hatch (Captain Apollo, Tom Zarek, Kharn, Axanar) hosts a Q&A, panel and fan discussion of the creative direction a forthcoming Battlestar Galactica movie or series should take. Featuring producer Alec Peters (Propworks, Axanar), Dr. Kevin Grazier (science consult: Battlestar Galactica, Urek, Falling Skies), writer Nicole Perlman (Guardians of the Galaxy), and Rob Burnett (Free Enterprise). This panel includes Battlestar Galactica videos and comic reels.

11:00  Cosplaying 101: Bringing Your Dreams to Life

Catherine M. Fisher (award-winning costumer), Mike Schiffbauer (master prop maker and costumer), and Bob Mogg (Steampunk expert) discuss the basics in costuming and go over tips, tricks, and techniques to help a beginning costumer get started in the world of cosplaying. Panelists show you how you can get in on all the cosplaying fun, even if you've never sewn before in your life, and demonstrate that you don't need to be an expert to make a great costume! Moderated by Melissa Gene Meyer (Masquerade assistant with Comic-Con International).

12:00  The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2

Lionsgate presents an exclusive first look at one of the studio's highly anticipated films coming to theaters this fall. Get a sneak peek into the powerful final chapter of the epic The Hunger Games film franchise. Attendees will be shown exclusive, never-before-seen footage from Mockingjay: Part 2 and treated to a cast and filmmaker Q&A session revealing details on the big-screen finale.

13:00  Editing Comics: The BOOM! Studios Way

BOOM! Studios creators James Tynion IV (The Woods, Memetic), Frank J. Barbiere (Broken World, Black Market), Mairghread Scott (The Third Witch, Lantern City), and Curt Pires (The Fiction), along with BOOM! Studios editor-in-chief Matt Gagnon and editor Eric Harburn, as they share some of the editing secrets of one of the comic book industry's leading independent publishers and discuss editing do's and don'ts.

14:00  Image Comics: Where Creators Own the Mainstream

The mainstream is whatever you want it to be. Killer robots, ghosts, absurdist comedy, and space adventures aren't niche, but in comics, they sometimes are treated like they are. In reality, they're as mainstream as anything else, thanks to their wide-ranging appeal and the astonishing execution from Kody Chamberlain (Punks), Keenan Marshall Keller (The Humans), Chip Zdarsky (Kaptara), Marjorie Liu (Monstress), Alex Grecian (Rasputin), and Michael Moreci (Roche Limit). Come find your new favorite comic.

14:15  Doctor Who: BBC America's Official Panel

Following his record-breaking first season as the Doctor, Peter Capaldi will make his first ever appearance at Comic-Con with stars Jenna Coleman (Clara Oswald) and Michelle Gomez (Missy), and lead writer and executive producer Steven Moffat. Doctor Who follows the adventures of the Doctor, the time traveler who will continue to journey through all of space and time in epic adventures in the new season premiering this fall. Capaldi's first season delivered BBC America its highest rated season ever and is available now on all digital platforms.

15:00  What Do Women Want? Female Gaze in Manga

What do women want to read? While comics in North America has been mostly a "boy" thing, in Japan, manga and anime for women have been a major force in the comics market for many years. From shojo manga to boys love manga to reverse harem "otome" video games and anime filled with delectable guys, these media have been catering to the tastes of female fans in Japan. These stories are reaching readers and inspiring comics creators worldwide more than ever. See what manga publishing pros Leyla Aker (senior vice president, publishing, VIZ Media), JuYoun Lee (editor-in-chief, Yen Press), Lillian Diaz-Pryzbyl (head of comics, Sparkler Monthly), and manga creator Jamie Lynn Lano (The Princess of Tennis, Denkiki) have to say about "female gaze" in manga, why it sells, and why it matters. They'll also share their picks for your next must-read manga that'll make you swoon. Moderated by Deb Aoki (Publishers Weekly, Manga Comics Manga).

15:30  Robert Kirkman's Skybound Entertainment Celebrates Five Years

Join panel host Geoff Keighley for a discussion with Skybound Entertainment's David Alpert (The Walking Dead franchise, Outcast) as they celebrate the company's fifth anniversary. Kirkman and Alpert will explore Skybound's various projects that include properties such as The Walking Dead, Outcast, and the company's first feature film, AIR, starring Norman Reedus and Djimon Hounsou. The producing duo will also dive into the bustling world of Skybound Interactive, discussing the critically acclaimed Telltale's The Walking Dead with Telltale CEO Kevin Bruner, and Skybound's upcoming first-person-shooter game, Overkill's The Walking Dead, produced by Starbreeze Studios. Expect exclusive news, special guests, and a first look at the full-length feature trailer for AIR.

16:30  Thunderbirds Are Go

ITV Studios and Pukeko Pictures, in association with Weta Workshop are bringing the U.S. premier of Thunderbirds Are Go exclusively to Comic-Con. Join executive producer Richard Taylor (Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit) and head writer Rob Hoegee (Teen Titans, Generator Rex), to watch an episode and ask your questions of some of the team responsible for creating this beautiful re-imagining of the much-loved classic series that is already entertaining and delighting millions of fans in the UK, Australia, and New Zealand, with further international roll out planned for 2015 and 2016.

16:45  NASA: Turning Science Fiction into Science Fact

Science fiction has caused many of us to fall in love with the limitless possibilities of space exploration. Throughout its histor, NASA has been inspired by science fiction and conversely has influenced it. Today, NASA is turning our imaginations into reality. Scientists are exploring potentially life harboring worlds in our solar system, while discovering thousands of new planets orbiting distant stars, some of which may be Earth-like. This moderated discussion will be accompanied by a special greeting from the International Space Station and a heartfelt tribute to Leanard Nimoy. Participating panelist include executive producer Aditya Sood (The Martian), Adam Nimoy (producer), Amber Straughn (astrophysicist, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center) and Kevin Hand (Deputy Chief Scientist for Solar System Exploration, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Moderated by actor Jay R. Ferguson (Madmen).

18:00  NASA: Journey to Mars

America's space agency is leading the world on a journey to the Red Planet. From the current orbiters and rovers that are making historic scientific discoveries, to the development of the largest and most powerful rocket ever conceived by human, NASA is pushing the final frontier to the planet that has been the subject of conjecture and the focus of the search for life beyond our home planet. We plan an enlightening discussion moderated by Aditya Sood (executive producer, The Martian). Also some of NASA's best and brightest; Jim Green (director of planetary sciences, NASA Headquarters), Todd May (manager, NASA Space Launch System Program, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center) and Victor Glover (astronaut, NASA Johnson Space Center). As well as author Andy Weir (The Martian) especially in light of NASA's involvement in the upcoming Ridley Scott motion picture The Martian.

19:00  Surviving The Walking Dead: Understanding Behavior in a World Without Rules

In The Walking Dead, ethical lines are crossed and taboos broken as survivors adapt to a new way of life. But what drives the living to do terrible things, and how far will they go? Why do the atrocities committed by The Governor and The Hunters attract followers? Did society's breakdown break Morgan's psyche? Does Abraham's traumatic past direct his "mission"? How does Rick remain sane? Is he immune to the "insanity"? Forensic psychiatrists H. Eric Bender, M.D., Praveen R. Kambam, M.D., and Vasilis K. Pozios, M.D., of Broadcast Thought, and special guests analyze the minds of heroes and villains of The Walking Dead. In a world of walkers, is humanity a liability? Learn how some rise above the mayhem while others fall into the depths of derangement when walkers prey on the living, the living prey on each other, and everyone prays they survive.

19:15  Dark Matter

Dark Matter (a new series on Syfy Channel, based on the Dark Horse graphic novel) invites you to join the crew of the Raza. Actors Melissa O'Neil, Anthony Lemke, Roger Cross, and Jodelle Ferland join executive producer Jay Firestone (Lost Girl), and creator and show runner Joseph Mallozzi (Stargate) to discuss the mysteries of the show's first season.

19:30  Tattooine Law: Legal Lessons from Star Wars

Federal Magistrate JudgePaul Grewal, Gerry O'Brien (NY political consultant and novelist), Jessica Mederson, Esq. (The Legal Geeks), and Joshua Gilliland, Esq. (The Legal Geeks) explore the legal system from a galaxy far, far away. The panel will jump to light speed to explore the many legal lessons on Tatooine, including the intricacies of property ownership of R2-D2 and C-3PO; employee and independent contractor safety issues in Jabba's Palace; and Han's legal justification to shoot first.

20:30  Alien Civilizations

Award winning science fiction authors, a scientist/futurist, screenwriters, SFX artists, and actors talk about alien civilizations and how to design alien species, ships, and societies for use in storytelling. Join David Brin (The Uplift War, Existence), Marc Scott Zicree (Star Trek TNG, Space Command), Geoff Mark (Babylon 5, Battlestar Galactica), Jimmy Diggs (Star Trek: Voyager, Star Trek: Beyond he Stars), Gigi Edgley (Farscape, Jim Henson’s Creature Shop Challenge), Rebekah R. Ganiere (author at Kensington & Fallen Angel Press, The Society Series, Fairelle Series, Skyward Bound), and James Ganiere (CEO & creative, Rio Vista Universal, chief editor, Fallen Angel Press). Moderated by Mark O’Bannon (The Dream Crystal, Aia the Barbarian).

21:00  Screening: Spirited Away

Hayao Miyazaki's Spirited Away has captured the hearts of viewers all over the world. Join Her Universe and Hot Topic for Studio Ghibli trivia, prizes and a special screening of the beloved film, hosted by Her Universe founder Ashley Eckstein.

Friday, 10 July

10:00  Comic-Con How-To: Drawing with Ed McGuinness

Ed McGuinness, best known as an artist for Marvel, Image, and DC, shares his tips on drawing for comics.

10:00  Star Wars Publishing 2015: Part 1

A dynamic, all-star New York Times bestselling panel of authors including Alexandra Bracken (the Darkest Minds series), Adam Gidwitz (A Tale Dark and Grim series), Tom Angleberger (The Origami Yoda series), and Tony Diterlizzi (The Spiderwick Chronicles series) converse with Lucasfilm's Mike Siglain about the new Star Wars retellings for a younger generation of fans. From picture books to novels, these authors present A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi in all new ways. The panelists will provide new perspectives that will change the way readers understand who these beloved characters are and how they became the legends for legions of fans.

10:00  Behind the Music: SyFy Thrills and Chills

Bill Brown (Dominion), Jason Gallagher (Z Nation), Reinhold Heil (Helix), FM Le Sieur (Being Human), Shawn Pierce (Haven), and Chris Ridenhour (Sharknado 1-3) talk about what it takes to create music for post-apocalyptic worlds, zombie, attacks and other out-of-this-world situations. The panelists will show you how much influence the music has on defining your experience as a viewer, as well as the subtle details that go into making sounds for top TV shows. With special guest moderators Tahmoh Penikett (Battlestar Gallactica) and DJ Qualls (Z Nation).

10:15  Hunt for the Truth: Following the Trail of the Halo 5: Guardians Story

Join 343 Industries and special guests as they examine the compelling and prolific storytelling in and around Halo 5: Guardians. The panel will bring new insight into the mysteries surrounding the Master Chief and build connections between the stories that have been told so far, and sneak peeks of the stories yet to be told in game and beyond. Q&A session following.

11:00  Star Wars Publishing 2015: Part 2

A variety of authors talk about their upcoming projects from a galaxy far, far away. Moderated by Lucasfilm's Mike Siglain, authors from Del Rey and other publishers will participate in a discussion on writing stories for the exciting new future of the Star Wars universe.

11:15  Falling Skies: The Final Farewell

A special goodbye to TNT's epic alien series Falling Skies. Noah Wyle, Moon Bloodgood, Drew Roy, and others will be on hand to discuss favorite moments, most gruesome deaths, and memorable alien battle scars. The Espheni Power Core has been destroyed but with mutant aliens running rampant on Earth, human survival is still at stake. After being tortured, imprisoned, and having their loved ones stolen and killed, Tom Mason and the 2nd Mass are filled with rage and ready to destroy the enemy. Con attendees will be treated to an exclusive look ahead at the epic final season and a Q&A.

11:30  Space Command: A Hopeful Future

Science fiction luminaries Marc Scott Zicree (Star Trek: The Next Generation), Geoff Mark (Battlestar Galactica), and Iain McCaig (Star Wars: The Force Awakens) premiere footage from the epic adventure series that spans 200 years of Galactic History. The awesome cast, starring Mike Harney (Orange Is the New Black), Doug Jones (The Strain), Bill Mumy (Lost In Space), Bob Picardo (Star Trek Voyager), Mira Furlan (Babylon 5), Bruce Boxleitner (Tron) and worldwide Talent Search winners Ethan McDowell, Bryan McClure and Sara Maraffino talk about their roles and answer your questions along with editor Dave Edison, with music from David Raiklen. Plus, an early look at amazing scenes.

12:00  Hasbro: Star Wars

Join members of the Hasbro and Lucasfilm teams as they discuss the popular Hasbro Star Wars line. Attendees will get an in-depth look at Hasbro's latest action figure offerings. Word on the Holonet is there may also be a few surprises, including a special product reveal.

12:00  AMC's The Walking Dead

Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan, Danai Gurira, Melissa McBride, Chandler Riggs, Sonequa Martin-Green, Michael Cudlitz, and Lennie James join executive producer and showrunner Scott M. Gimple, executive producer Gale Anne Hurd, executive producer Dave Alpert, and special effects makeup supervisor and executive producer Greg Nicotero in a panel moderated by Chris Hardwick (The Nerdist, Talking Dead). The panelists will discuss the shocking finale of Season 5 and what to look forward to in Season 6, debuting this fall on AMC. Join the panelists for a Q&A session and an official sneak preview of Season 6.

12:30  Star Trek: Renegades

Star Trek: Renegades is an independently produced project that picks up nearly ten years after Voyager's return to find the Federation in a major crisis. Renegades stars and is produced by Star Trek legends, including Walter Koenig. Panelists include Tim Russ (Star Trek: Voyager, Star Trek: Generations), Adrienne Wilkinson (Xena, Star Wars), and executive producer Sky Conway (Star Trek: Of Gods and Men). Panelists will discuss their Star Trek experiences and provide insight about putting together the independent project from conception to completion.

12:30  The 100 Special Video Presentation and Q&A

The 100's sacrifices and heartbreaking choices have changed them forever, but now, as they set out to stake their place in this dangerous new world, they will continue to face physical peril and moral dilemmas as they rebuild society. Although Mount Weather has been defeated, the danger remains very real for the survivors of The Ark, and the twists are just beginning. Be among the first to get the scoop on what's in store for next season. What is the City of Light? Will Clarke get past the scars of war? What challenges will the survivors of The Ark face next? See a special video presentation, followed by a Q&A with series stars and executive producer Jason Rothenberg. From Bonanza Productions Inc. in association with Alloy Entertainment and Warner Bros. Television, The 100 returns midseason with all-new episodes on The CW. The 100: The Complete Second Season will be released on Blu-ray and DVD on October 13.

13:00  From Novel to Comic to Film: Turning Books into Other Forms of Pop Culture

New York Times bestselling author Hugh Howey sits down with his literary agent Kristin Nelson, John Nee (co-CEO of Cryptozoic Entertainment and book packager), Paul Morrissey (Eisner-nominated editor, Jet City Comics), Jimmy Palmiotti (writer and owner of paperfilms), Nicole Perlman (Guardians of the Galaxy), and Gary Whitta (Book of Eli) to discuss how popular novels are turned into comic adaptations and feature films. Get the behind-the-scenes and nitty gritty, from selling options to major film studios to working with visual artists and comic book writers in their adaptations. Hugh Howey's novel WOOL is in development with Ridley Scott, and the comic adaptation and graphic novel are available from Jet City Comics. Gary Whitta is also adopting Howey's novel SAND for television.

13:00  Star Wars: Collectibles Update with Lucasfilm's Anita Castellar

Join eFX, Gentle Giant Studios, Kotobukiya, and Sideshow Collectibles for product development insights and exclusive previews of the latest in Star Wars collectibles. Joining this panel will be Anita Castellar, a self-professed Star Wars fangirl who manages licensing for hardlines categories at Lucasfilm, such as toys, collectibles, consumer electronics, automotive, and more.

13:00  Technology as a Costume Tool

The Costume Designers Guild Local 892 members Timothy Wonsik (department head of costumes and archives at Marvel Studios), Soyon An (Jem and the Holograms), Christian Cordella (Jurrasic World), Alan Villanueva (Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 & 2), Jared Marantz (Batman v Superman), Oksana Nedavniaya (Suicide Squad) IATSE 705 Custom Made Field Rep Renee Nault and specialty key costumer Karen Mason (Batman v Superman) discuss how costume designers and illustrator/concept artists work together to utilize technology in the creation of costumes for film and television. Joe Kucharski, editor of Tyranny of Style will be moderating.

13:00  AMC's Fear the Walking Dead

Cliff Curtis, Kim Dickens, Frank Dillane, Alycia Debnam-Carey, Elizabeth Rodriquez, Lorenzo James Henrie, Ruben Blades and Mercedes Mason join executive producer and showrunner Dave Erickson, executive producer Gale Anne Hurd, executive producer Dave Alpert, and special effects makeup supervisor and executive producer Greg Nicotero to discuss the anticipated series premiere of Fear the Walking Dead coming this summer. Join the panelists for a Q&A session and an official sneak preview of the new series.

13:30  Get Your Comic Published in Japan: Silent Manga Audition

Jonathan Tarbox (CEO, Arashi Productions) explains how manga artists from any nation can submit their work to a contest run by a major Japanese publisher. Winners will have their submission published in Japan and be considered for the opportunity to work in the manga industry. Over the course of four years, 1,123 artists from over 73 countries have submitted their work to the Silent Manga Audition, and each year 26 winners have been published.

13:30  Star Trek Axanar: From Conception To Feature Film

Richard Hatch (Battlestar Galactica), Gary Graham (Star Trek Enterprise, Alien Nation), Robert Meyer Burnett (Free Enterprise), and Alec Peters (Phase II) discuss the evolution and development of the most anticipated Star Trek independent film to date. They'll talk about how it went from a love of Trek to one of the top crowdfunded film projects in Kickstarter history, covering the rise of Kirk's hero, Garth of Izar, and the Federation's last stand in the war against the Klingons. Moderated by Bill Watters (Examiner, Bleeding Cool).

13:45  Minority Report TV series

Be one of the first to take a look at FOX's new fall sci-fi action thriller. Based on the hit futuristic Steven Spielberg feature, Minority Report follows the unlikely partnership between a man haunted by the future and a cop haunted by her past, as they race to stop the worst crimes of the year 2065 before they happen. Join Stark Sands (Inside Llewyn Davis), Meagan Good (Think Like a Man franchise, Californication) along with other cast and producers for a special screening followed by a Q&A.

14:00  The Science Behind H. P. Lovecraft's Epic Tale 'At the Mountain of Madness'

Iconic weird tale author H. P. Lovecraft, in the opening to his story "At the Mountains of Madness" wrote: "I am forced into speech because men of science have refused to follow my advice without knowing why." Why was the fiction of Lovecraft, an amateur astronomer, cautionary of what science might discover? How accurate was Lovecraft's research? This panel of scientists and Lovecraft experts will discuss the science, truth, and fiction behind this classic novella. With Cody Goodfellow (Deepest, Darkest Eden: New Tales of Hyperborea), Shane Haggard (chemistry professor, San Diego City College), Leslie S. Klinger (The New Annotated H. P. Lovecraft), and Dr. Lisa Will (astronomy and physics professor, San Diego City College). Moderated by Aaron Vanek (The H. P. Lovecraft Film Festival and CthulhuCon-San Pedro).

14:15  Amazon: The Man in the High Castle

Amazon will introduce Comic-Con audiences to a one-hour drama series based on Philip K. Dick's Hugo Award-winning 1962 alternative history novel The Man in the High Castle. The series explores the world that would have resulted if the Allied Powers had lost World War II. America and much of the world have now been split between global dominating powers Japan and Germany. As tension mounts between the two, resistance builds against the oppressive regimes amid questions over what is real and what is not. Entertainment Weekly's Jeff Jensen will be the moderator with panelists that include executive producer Frank Spotnitz (The X-Files), producers David Zucker (The Good Wife) and Isa Dick Hackett, and cast members Alexa Davalos (Clash of the Titans), Luke Kleintank (Pretty Little Liars), Rupert Evans (Hellboy), Cary Hiroyuki Tagawa (Mortal Kombat Legacy), and Rufus Sewell (Killing Jesus).

14:30  Game of Thrones Panel and Q&A Session

Based on the bestselling fantasy book series A Song of Ice and Fire by George R. R. Martin, HBO's Game of Thrones concluded its 10-episode fifth season in June and will begin filming its sixth season this summer. The series, executive produced and written by David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, is an epic story of treachery and nobility, set on the continent of Westeros, where summers and winters can last years. Panelists include (in alphabetical order) Alfie Allen as Theon Greyjoy/Reek, John Bradley as Samwell Tarly, Gwendoline Christie as Brienne of Tarth, Liam Cunningham as Davos Seaworth, Natalie Dormer as Margaery Tyrell, Conleth Hill as Varys, David Nutter (director), Hannah Murray as Gilly, Carolyn Strauss (executive producer), Sophie Turner as Sansa Stark, Carice van Houten as Melisandre, and Maisie Williams as Arya Stark.

16:45  Sense8

On June 5 Netflix debuted one of their most controversial and provocative new series, Sense8. Be on hand for the very first panel discussion of this new series, hosted by co-creator/writer and executive producer J. Michael Straczynski.

17:00  Greatest Movies Never Made: The Sequel

Take another look back at some of the greatest genre projects that never made it to the silver and small screens, from Philip Kaufman's Star Trek: Planet of Titans (the original '70s Star Trek reboot that was never made) and Rick Berman's Star Trek: The Beginning to David Lynch's Ronnie Rocket and One Saliva Bubble and Alejandro Jodorowsky's mind-blowing adaptation of Frank Herbert's Dune. Panelists include filmmakers Steve Scarlata (producer,Jodorowksy's Dune), Ashley E. Miller (writer, Thor, X-Men: First Class), Charles de Lauzirika (Crave, Blade Runner Blu-ray, Twin Peaks Runner Blu-ray), Steve Melching (writer, The Clone Wars, Batman: The Brave & The Bold), Edward Gross (The 50 Year Mission), Thomas P. Vitale (Planet X) and Mark A. Altman (Femme Fatales, Free Enterprise).

17:45  Orphan Black: BBC America Official Panel

Stars Tatiana Maslany (Sarah and the Leda clones), Jordan Gavaris (Felix), Maria Doyle Kennedy (Mrs. S), Dylan Bruce (Paul), Kristian Bruun (Donnie), and Ari Millen (Mark and the Castor clones) and co-creators John Fawcett and Graeme Manson look back at last season before filming begins on Season 4. Orphan Black Season 3 is currently on VOD. For those new to the Clone Club, you can also start watching the BBC America series by streaming the first two seasons on Amazon Prime or download the entire series from any of the major digital platforms.

18:45  Firefly Online: Return of the Browncoats

The highly anticipated next chapter in the Verse, Firefly Online (FFO), is here! Join Andy Gore (executive producer), John O’Neill (technical director), Andrea Romano (voice director, Batman: The Animated Series) and David Joseph Wesley (composer), with special guest appearances by voice actors Wil Wheaton (Star Trek: The Next Generation, Code Name S.T.E.A.M.) and Courtenay Taylor (Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, Mass Effect 2 & 3), as they present the first and only officially licensed video game based on the cult-hit TV show Firefly. Witness an exclusive reveal of the game’s first few minutes (featuring the voice talents of the Big Damn Heroes), followed by a Q&A session. Also expect giveaways, a live performance featuring music from the game’s original soundtrack and other surprises.

19:00  World Premiere: Justice League: Gods & Monsters

Animation legend Bruce Timm returns to the popular DC Universe Original Movies with his unique new vision of a Justice League you've never seen before. Justice League: Gods & Monsters features a Superman born of General Zod's blood, a Batman with a healthy dose of bat in the man, and a Wonder Woman rising from the ranks of the New Gods. This ain't your daddy's Justice League. They are as likely the world's saviors as Earth's despotic rulers. When a group of famed scientists experience untimely "accidents," a government task force follows the trail of clues to the Justice League into a high-stakes game of intrigue, mystery, and action that asks the question: How do you serve justice to those above the law? The all-star voice cast includes Michael C. Hall (Dexter) as Batman, Benjamin Bratt (Law & Order, 24) as Superman, Jason Isaacs (Harry Potter films, Dig) as Lex Luthor, Richard Chamberlain (Dr. Kildare, The Thorn Birds) as Highfather, and Tahmoh Penikett (Battlestar Galactica) as Steve Trevor. Witness the first public screening of this all-new film, then stay for an entertaining panel led by executive producer Bruce Timm (Batman: The Animated Series); Tamara Taylor (Bones), voice of Wonder Woman; C. Thomas Howell (E.T., Southland), voice of Dr. Will Magnus; Paget Brewster (Criminal Minds), voice of Lois Lane, director Sam Liu; co-producer/screenwriter Alan Burnett; dialogue director Andrea Romano; and members of the voice cast. As is tradition, there will be special announcements, moderator Victor Lucas (Electric Playground) will present exclusive prizes for a few lucky fans, and there just might be a few potential surprises. Justice League: Gods & Monsters will be available from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on Digital HD on July 14 and as a Blu-ray Combo Pack on July 28.

19:30  Your Opinion Sucks! – Rotten Tomatoes Critics vs. Fans

Face off with your favorite Rotten Tomatoes critics when they join editor-in-chief Matt Atchity and senior editor Grae Drake of Rotten Tomatoes, along with their editorial team. As Matt and Grae invite audience members to share movies and TV shows they love, hate, or love to hate, everyone in the room uses their "Personal Tomatometer Paddle" to dis/agree with the score.

Saturday, 11 July

10:00  The Last Man on Earth

What would you do if you were the last person on Earth? Star and creator of The Last Man on Earth Will Forte (Nebraska, Saturday Night Live), Kristen Schaal (Bob's Burgers, Flight of the Conchords), January Jones (Mad Men), and director/executive producer Chris Miller (The Lego Movie, 21 Jump Street) discuss the surprising twists and turns of the first season as well as tease the upcoming second season.

11:00  Childhood's End

Syfy's upcoming miniseries based on the Arthur C. Clarke classic novel stars Charles Dance (Game of Thrones), Mike Vogel (Bates Motel), Julian McMahon (Nip/Tuck), Daisy Betts (Last Resort), and Yael Stone (Orange Is the New Black). The cast will be on hand, along with director Nick Hurran (Sherlock: His Last Vow) and screenwriter Matthew Graham (Doctor Who) to discuss how they brought the iconic novel to screen for the very first time.

11:30  Kodansha Comics

The publisher of the manga megahit Attack on Titan, not to mention Noragami, Sailor Moon, Fairy Tail, and more, reveals upcoming titles. General manager Kana Koide and senior editor Ben Applegate will answer your questions about Kodansha's books and the manga industry.

12:00  12 Monkeys

Join executive producers Terry Matalas and Travis Fickett, and stars Aaron Stanford (James Cole), Amanda Schull (Dr. Cassandra Railly), Emily Hampshire (Jennifer Goines) and Todd Stashwick (Deacon) of Syfy's critically acclaimed series as they dissect the mysteries of the first season and hint at the twists and turns coming in Season 2.

12:00  Costuming the Galaxy

Joe Salcedo (CEO, co-creator/co-owner), Dana Gasser (chief operating officer, co-creator/co-owner), John Cooley (product and customer experience representative)m and Heath Hammond (product manager) of ANOVOS (official licensee for Star War, Star Trek and Battlestar Galactic) are on hand to discuss costuming in the science fiction genre. From working with the filmmaking teams to scanning screen-used materials, get an exclusive look at what goes into the making of these highly detailed and authentic replicas.

13:30  Quentin Tarantino's The Hateful Eight

Academy Award-winning writer/director Quentin Tarantino brings fans an exclusive look at his highly anticipated 8th film, The Hateful Eight. Followed by a Q&A session with the cast.

14:30  Wander Over Yonder: The Galactic Domination Tour

Join creator Craig McCracken along with the stars of the series for a special sneak peek at the epic new season of Disney XD's Wander Over Yonder. What happens when Wander (Jack McBrayer), the friendliest face in outer space, comes up against the vilest villain in the universe, the mysterious Lord Dominator? And what does this fearsome new foe have in store for a suddenly outmatched Lord Hater? And just who the heck is this Dominator guy anyway? So many questions! Find out some answers with exclusive clips from the upcoming season and an audience Q&A. The panel will also feature sneak peeks of Pickle and Peanut and Future-Worm!, two new animated shows coming to Disney XD.

15:00  Anything Goes with John Barrowman

John Barrowman (Arrow, Doctor Who, Torchwood) is an entertainer with a capital E. He sings, dances, acts, presents, judges; ask him anything!

15:30  Doctor Who Comics Panel: Year Two, Crossover Event and New Miniseries!

Titan Comics gives you a sneak peek at the next chapters for the Doctor in all his incarnations, including sneak peeks at the direction of Year Two featuring the Tenth, Eleventh, and Twelfth Doctors. Writer Cavan Scott and artist Blair Shedd discuss the smash-hit Ninth Doctor miniseries. Writer Paul Cornell (Wolverine) gives you a sneak peek at August's comics crossover event. Writers George Man and Cavan Scott and cover artist Alice X. Zhang take you behind the scenes of the Twelfth Doctor SDCC exclusive short story edition. Plus, witness the reveal of the next miniseries-which Doctor is it going to be? Free Doctor Who comic for all who attend, and prizes to win.

15:30  The Art and Story of Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

Meet the development team for Deus Ex: Mankind Divided and Elias Toufexis, the actor playing Adam Jensen. Get an exclusive look at the game, as the team provides insight into the creativity, goals, and inspiration that shape both the art direction and story of Mankind Divided. Eidos-Montréal is working with the Titan Books, and will also talk about the trans-media initiatives that will expand the Deus Ex Universe.

16:00  The Expanse

Join the cast and executive producers for a first-ever, exclusive screening of the series premiere before it airs on Syfy in December. Hailing from the writers of Children of Men and Iron Man and the director of Breaking Bad, The Expanse is set 200 years in the future after mankind has colonized the solar system. Based on The New York Times bestselling book series.

20:30  The Science of Star Wars

Could lightsabers ever be a reality? Does science matter when designing a Star Wars spacecraft? Is Vader really more machine than man? Fon Davis (production designer, Star Wars prequel movies) Emily Manor-Chapman (NASA mission planner), Kieran Dickson (editor, Outerplaces), Travis Langley (editor, Star Wars Psychology), Eliot Sirota (VFX artist), Steve Huff (fight choreographer), and moderator Jenna Busch (Legion of Leia) break down the science behind a galaxy far far away and discuss whether or not Kylo Ren's lightsaber is genius or sacrilege.

20:30  HBO Presents the Comic-Con International Masquerade

The big Ballroom 20 stage becomes a venue for an amazing competition of creativity with impressive original and re-created costumes crafted by talented attendees, presented in front of an audience of thousands, and with trophies and generous cash and other awards bestowed to the most outstanding entries. Not a dance or party as the name might imply, but a talent show on a stage, with comedy, drama, special effects and many surprises. Doors will open for audience seating at 19:45 but the line for choice seating will start hours earlier. Since the ballroom often fills up, tickets are required for Ballroom 20 seating and will be given out free to those lining up near the ballroom beginning at noon. Any tickets that may remain will be given out at the Masquerade Desk after 15:00. The Master and Mistress of Ceremonies are once again writers/artists Phil Foglio and Kaja Foglio of Studio Foglio. Intermission entertainment will feature the lightsaber battles of the Saber Guild performance group. Ballroom 20 (with overflow seating available in Rooms 5AB, 6A, and in the Sail Pavilion, tickets not required for overflow areas).

Sunday, 12 July

11:05  Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival Awards

The films have been shown, now it's time to award the recipients of the 2015 Comic-Con Independent Film Festival with their trophies and recognition! Comic-Con's Adam Neese talks to this year's trio of judges, director Dan Sachar (director of last year's CCI:IFF Judges' Choice award for Last of You), director/writer/actor Letia Clouston (In the Dark, AB Negative), and actor/writer/producer Orlando Jones (Sleepy Hollow, Bedazzled, MADtv) about the films and presents prizes and trophies to the winners.

12:30  Illustrators: The Hidden Gems of Film and Television

Art Directors Guild illustrators are the hidden gems of the film and television world. Their sketches, paintings, and storyboards form the foundation for all that you see on screens big and small. Whether they are alien planets or the dark alleys of Gotham, learn about the magic behind those incredible moving images. Panelists include Ed Natividad (Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Transformers: Age of Extinction), Amy Lynn Umezu (Kong: Skull Island, Jurassic World), Patrick Rodriguez (The Incredible Hulk, Iron Man 2), and Jeffrey Errico (Terminator Genisys, NWA Straight Outta Compton). Moderated by Tim Burgard (Fantastic Four, Jurassic World).

13:00  World Premiere of Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem

The Dark Knight isn't seeking tricks or treats when Gotham City's most lethal villains take to the streets on Halloween night in the newest DC Comics animated film, Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem. Be part of the World Premiere when Batman, Green Arrow, Cyborg, Nightwing, and Red Robin cross paths with the Joker and his crew of misfit criminals in a battle for control of Gotham City. Enjoy the movie, then stick around for a lively panel featuring Roger Craig Smith (Batman: Arkham Origins), Troy Baker (Batman: Assault on Arkham), Khary Payton (Teen Titans Go!), Will Friedle (Batman Beyond, Boy Meets World), Yuri Lowenthal (Ben 10), and screenwriter Heath Corson (Batman: Assault on Arkham). Moderator Greg Miller (KindaFunny.com) will have exclusive prizes, and he might even introduce a few surprise guests. Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem will be released via Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on Digital HD, Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD in August.

14:45  LEGO Marvel Super Heroes

Get an exclusive, inside look at the development process of recently released LEGO Marvel Super Heroes products, special LEGO Marvel Super Heroes animated content, and the upcoming LEGO Marvel Super Heroes console video game with Marcos Bessa (senior designer, The LEGO Group), Adam Corbally (senior graphic designer, The LEGO Group), Jason Cosler (senior manager content development, The LEGO Group), Cort Lane (VP animation development and partnerships, Marvel), Mike Jones (executive producer, Marvel), and Arthur Parsons (game director, TT Games). Discover how the toys, animated content, and video game come to life with the teams behind their development. Moderated by Brian Bowler (marketing director, The LEGO Group).

16:00  Steampunk as a Global Phenomenon

Dr. Katherine L. Morse (Dr. Sparky McTrowell), David L. Drake (Chief Inspector Erasmus Drake), Trip Hope (League of Steam) and Justin Andrew Hoke (Dreadfully Punk) will take the audience on a world tour of Steampunk theme-parks, conventions, trends, regional customs, and major projects focusing outside the U.S.