After weeks of writing about non-stop film festivals, here’s something a bit different.
New York Comic Con 2017 is descending on the Big Apple on 5-8 October. While it’s not quite as big as its San Diego cousin, New York Comic Con should be pretty great nonetheless! It might not be worthwhile to get your hopes up for a big reveal from Marvel or DC, especially in terms of movies, but there should be lots to enjoy anyway.
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Still, even though there aren’t any major appearances from the major comic book movies, there should be plenty to see. We’ll get to some of the most interests panels and talks in a bit but rest assured, there’s lots to do.
As ever, we’ve collected everything you need to know. So, without further ado, here we go:
New York Comic Con 2017
When?
New York Comic Con takes place between 5 and 8 October. The show floor is open from 10am to 7pm except Sunday 8 October where the show floor closes at 5pm. Panels take place from 10.30am to 10.00pm. Again, the exception is Sunday 8 October where panels end at 5pm.
Where?
The majority of New York Comic Con 2017 will take place in the Javits Center. The full address is 655 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA. However, since the show is so big a few events will be held off-site at the following venues:
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By GlobalData- The Hammerstein Ballroom at the Manhattan Center – 311 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
- The Theater at Madison Square Garden – 4 Pennsylvania Plaza, New York, NY 10001, USA
- The New York Public Library – 476 5th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
- Hudson Mercantile – 500 W 36th St, New York, NY 10018, USA
How do I buy tickets?
Tickets could be bought from the official website here. Unfortunately, they are now sold out. However, if you have got your hands on tickets then you need to get Fan Verification before you can use them. This requires you to fill out a short form, just to prove you’re not a scalper. Hopefully this will keep ticket prices down and ensure more real fans get access to them.
What is there to see on the show floor?
As with any comic con, there’s going to be plenty of cosplayers and stars wandering around. Why not ask if you can snap a picture with them?
Also on the show floor, there’ll be various booths from comic book companies, merchandise sellers, and artists, where you can buy stuff, get things signed, and take photos. The companies who are hosting booths can all be found here. There’s even a few exclusive items that you won’t be able to get your hands on elsewhere!
New York Comic Con 2017 guests?
There are loads. Like, there are loads. R.L Stine, Peter Capaldi, Andrew Lincoln, Josh Hutcherson, Greg Sulkin, Rosario Dawson Billie Piper, Mark Hamill, and plenty more will be putting in appearances. In fact, there’s so many that New York Comic Con has divided them up into sections:
You can buy tickets to the photo opportunities with some of the stars here.
What should I go and see?
There is literally so much to choose from it might be tricky to work out what to see. You can find the full list here. However, if you want to see some of the panels that are sure to generate headlines, here’s our picks.
25 Years of Fears: Goosebumps with RL Stine
When? October 05, 2017, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Where? Hudson Mercantile – 500 W 36th St.
Official New York Comic Con Description:
Comic Con beware, you’re in for a scare! R.L. Stine, author of the best-selling children’s book series Goosebumps returns to New York Comic Con. Come meet the man who has given you 25 years of fears. If you dare!
American Gods with Ricky Whittle, Pablo Schreiber, and Yetide Badaki
When? October 05, 2017, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where? Main Stage 1-D Presented by AT&T
Official New York Comic Con Description:
Stars Ricky Whittle (Shadow Moon), Pablo Schrieber (Mad Sweeney) and Yetide Badaki (Bilquis) bring the hit show American Gods to New York Comic Con! Based on Neil Gaiman’s best-selling novel, the cast of the hit series will be on hand to answer your burning questions in advance of the highly anticipated second season!
Keanu Reeves Discusses Replicas
When? October 05, 2017, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Where? 1A06
Official New York Comic Con Description:
Join Keanu Reeves and the team behind “Replicas,” for an exclusive first look and conversation about the film. Reeves developed and produced the “Replicas” with his producing partner, Stephen Hamel, and Transformers-franchise producer, Lorenzo di Bonaventura. The film is written by Chad St. John (London Has Fallen) from a story by Hamel, and directed by Jeffrey Nachmanoff (writer of The Day After Tomorrow). “Replicas” is the story of a scientist (Reeves) who loses his family in a horrific accident, but is determined save his wife and children by bringing them back to life with cutting-edge cloning technology.
BBC America Presents: Peter Capaldi Spotlight
When? October 06, 2017, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Where? The Theater at Madison Square Garden
Official New York Comic Con Description:
Peter Capaldi, star of BBC AMERICA’s Doctor Who, will head the list of top talent set to attend NYCC. Capaldi, the 12th Doctor, is a Spotlight guest and will join fans for a panel on Friday, October 6. The fan Q&A marks his return to NYCC and is a very special moment leading up to the highly-anticipated Doctor Who Christmas Special, Twice Upon a Time, which is Peter Capaldi’s final episode in the iconic hit series. As previously revealed in the closing moments of the season finale, the special will feature Capaldi’s current Doctor team up with the First Doctor, played by David Bradley.
Pacific Rim Uprising
When? October 06, 2017, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Where? The Theater at Madison Square Garden
Official New York Comic Con Description:
Pacific Rim Uprising director Steven S. DeKnight will be joined by stars John Boyega, Scott Eastwood, Burn Gorman and Cailee Spaeny—as well as moderator Aaron Sagers, SYFY WIRE’s editor-at-large—to discuss the upcoming action-adventure from Legendary and introduce the world premiere of the new trailer. The follow-up to 2013’s cinematic epic of monsters and mechs, the film will inspire a new generation to become the biggest heroes to ever walk the earth.
The Man in the High Castle cast Interview
When? October 06, 2017, 4:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Where? NYCC Live Stage – Booth 174
Official New York Comic Con Description: “Join the cast behind Amazon‘s hit sci-fi series based on the world of Philip K. Dick.”
ABC’s Once Upon a Time
When? October 06, 2017, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Where? Hammerstein Ballroom – 311 W 34th St
Official New York Comic Con Description:
After six seasons, the residents of the enchanted forest enter Season 7 facing their greatest challenge yet as the Evil Queen, Captain Hook and Rumplestiltskin join forces with a grown-up Henry Mills and his daughter Lucy on an epic quest to bring hope to their world and ours. Along the way, new fairy tale characters and old search for true love, find adventure, and take sides in the ongoing struggle of good against evil as classic tales are once again twisted and reimagined. Join co-creators and executive producers Edward Kitsis (Lost) and Adam Horowitz (Lost) and the Evil Queen herself, Lana Parrilla as they discuss what’s in store for our returning favorites as well as the new additions to the ONCE UPON A TIME universe. This panel is sure to bring some surprises you don’t want to miss!
Family Guy
When? October 06, 2017, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where? Hammerstein Ballroom – 311 W 34th St
Official New York Comic Con Description:
A New York Comic Con first! Join your favorite animated family, “The Griffins,” for a very special Friday evening experience at The Hammerstein Ballroom. Alex Borstein, Seth Green, Mike Henry and executive producers Rich Appel and Alec Sulkin will treat fans to a special preview of never-before-seen footage, including a sneak peek of the epic 300th episode airing January 2018 followed by a special discussion and audience Q&A, all moderated by executive producer Cherry Chevapravatdumrong.
Todd McFarlane Interview
When? October 07, 2017, 10:45 AM – 11:15 AM
Where? NYCC Live Stage – Booth 174
Official New York Comic Con Description:
Get the latest on the new Spawn movie and more direct from the creator himself, Todd McFarlane.
The Tick
When? October 07, 2017, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where? 1A06
Official New York Comic Con Description:
Get ready, Citizens! The Tick has arrived at New York Comic Con. In a world where heroes of the super variety have been real for decades, and a menacing super villain long-thought dead is still alive, it takes a mysterious, powerful (and blue!) hero to protect the good people of The City. Come celebrate this new series, now streaming only for Prime Members on Amazon Prime Video, and get an exclusive sneak peek at what’s to come for our big, blue hero and his unlikely sidekick, Arthur. Join The Tick creator, Ben Edlund, and cast Peter Serafinowicz (Guardians of the Galaxy), Griffin Newman (Search Party), Jackie Earle Haley (Preacher), Valorie Curry (The Following), Brendan Hines (Scorpion), Yara Martinez (Jane The Virgin, True Detective),Scott Speiser (The Young and the Restless), and Michael Cerveris (The Good Wife) for discussion, Q&A and a few surprises. Panel moderated by Alicia Malone.
IMDb Live with Kevin Smith
When? October 07, 2017, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where? NYCC Live Stage – Booth 174
Official New York Comic Con Description:
Special guests include the casts of The Walking Dead, American Gods, The Tick, the creators of Black Mirror, Marvel’s Joe Quesada, Darryl DMC McDaniels, Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo, and more.
Marvel Television Presents: Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D
When? October 07, 2017, 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM
Where? The Theater at Madison Square Garden
Official New York Comic Con Description:
Join Jeph Loeb, Head of Marvel Television, in celebrating Season Five of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., with the entire cast and executive producers as they come together at Madison Square Garden, for the very first time, with an action-packed panel, Q&A and never-before-seen footage. This is the one you’ve been waiting for!
Star Trek: Discovery
When? October 07, 2017, 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM
Where? The Theater at Madison Square Garden
Official New York Comic Con Description:
This fall on CBS All Access, Star Trek: Discovery follows the voyages of Starfleet on their missions to discover new worlds and new life forms, while learning that to truly understand all things alien, you must first understand yourself. The iconic television franchise, which first launched over 50 years ago, continues to remain true to its roots, and Starfleet’s steadfast ideals of adventure, an earnest pursuit for exploration, and the hope that we can all come together for a better tomorrow. Join members of the cast, alongside the creative minds behind the new series for a panel conversation on Star Trek: Discovery.
Kevin Conroy Interview
When? October 07, 2017, 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Where? NYCC Live Stage – Booth 174
Official New York Comic Con Description:
The man behind the cowl. Join the star of Batman: The Animated Series as he discusses his career and more.
Netflix Presents Marvel’s The Punisher
When? October 07, 2017, 5:15 PM – 6:45 PM
Where? The Theater at Madison Square Garden
Official New York Comic Con Description:
Join Jon Bernthal and the cast of Netflix‘s hotly-anticipated original series, Marvel’s The Punisher, for a must-see panel and exclusive first look at the upcoming season, launching globally on the streaming service later this year. From executive producer and showrunner Steve Lightfoot, and executive producers Jeph Loeb and Jim Chory, Marvel’s The Punisher follows Frank Castle (Jon Bernthal), a man who, after exacting revenge on those responsible for the death of his wife and children, uncovers a conspiracy that runs far deeper than New York’s criminal underworld. Jeph will moderate the can’t-miss Q&A. Visit the NYCC online program for more details.
Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan
When? October 07, 2017, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Where? 1A06
Official New York Comic Con Description:
Amazon will debut Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, from Paramount Television and Skydance Television, next year on Amazon Prime Video. The one-hour, eight-episode dramatic series stars John Krasinski (13 Hours, The Office) as Jack Ryan, as well as Wendell Pierce (The Wire) as James Greer and Abbie Cornish (Limitless) as Cathy Mueller. It is executive produced by Carlton Cuse (Lost, Bates Motel) who also serves as the showrunner, Krasinski and Graham Roland (Almost Human), who wrote the pilot based on a story he and Cuse developed. The series is also executive produced by Platinum Dunes’ Michael Bay, Brad Fuller, and Andrew Form (Transformers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), as well as Skydance’s David Ellison (Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation, Star Trek Beyond), Dana Goldberg (World War Z, Star Trek Into Darkness) and Marcy Ross (Grace and Frankie, Altered Carbon), along with Mace Neufeld (Patriot Games, Clear and Present Danger, The Sum of All Fears and Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit) and co-executive producer Lindsey Springer. Jack Ryan is a reinvention with a modern sensibility of the famed and lauded Tom Clancy hero, a character with a star-filled Hollywood history. Panel moderated by Terri Schwartz. Talent subject to change.
AMC’s The Walking Dead
When? October 07, 2017, 7:45 PM – 8:45 PM
Where? The Theater at Madison Square Garden
Official New York Comic Con Description:
Join The Walking Dead cast and executive producers for a panel where they will discuss the season 7 finale and share a sneak peek into season 8, premiering October 22nd 9/8c.
Netflix Presents Black Mirror
When? October 07, 2017, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where? 1A06
Official New York Comic Con Description:
Netflix presents a conversation with the brilliant minds behind Black Mirror, Charlie Brooker and Annabel Jones. Join these creative forces for a deep dive and exclusive first look at the upcoming fourth season – and maybe even a surprise or two – before it hits the streaming service later this year! Visit the NYCC online program for more details.
Sea of Thieves: A New Kind of Multiplayer Experience
When? October 07, 2017, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where? 1A05
Official New York Comic Con Description:
Sea of Thieves, the upcoming shared-world pirate adventure from Rare and Microsoft Studios, is set to provide an inclusive and welcoming environment, allowing players a safe space to live their pirate life. Meet the team behind the game, be the first to hear exclusive announcements and get a glimpse of the pirate plunder that will accompany the game’s release in early 2018.
The Gifted
When? October 08, 2017, 2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
Where? Main Stage 1-D Presented by AT&T
Official New York Comic Con Description:
From 20th Century Fox Television in association with Marvel Television, “The Gifted” tells the story of a suburban couple whose ordinary lives are rocked by the sudden discovery that their children possess mutant powers. Forced to go on the run from a hostile government, the family joins up with an underground network of mutants and must fight to survive. Executive-produced by Matt Nix, Singer, Lauren Shuler Donner, Simon Kinberg, Jeph Loeb, Jim Chory and Len Wiseman. Join series stars and producers for an exclusive first-look of the second episode from the fall’s critically acclaimed new family adventure series which airs Mondays on FOX.
As stated above, those are only our picks of the panel talks. We think these are the ones that’ll generate the most headlines, but there are dozens and dozens more. You can find the full list of panel talks and screenings here.
