Unforeseen Exodus: San Diego Comic-Con, the renowned festival celebrating art, film, and pop culture, prepares to roll out the red carpet this July after a two-year hiatus. However, the event that typically attracts hordes of fans and industry giants faces an unexpected snag. Key players like Marvel, HBO, and Netflix, among others, have elected to give this year’s event a miss.
Industry Titans Marvel, HBO, Netflix Break Tradition
In a surprising turn, Variety reports that major production houses including Marvel Studios, HBO, Netflix, and Sony Pictures, won’t grace the convention with their presence this year. This departure from tradition poses a significant blow to the much-awaited Comic-Con. Reasons behind these decisions remain largely undisclosed, casting a cloud of mystery over the upcoming event.
Disney, Marvel, HBO, Netflix, and Others Omit Panels
Specifically, Disney and its subsidiaries, including Marvel Studios and Lucasfilm, won’t host any panels at the San Diego Comic-Con. Consequently, high-profile projects like “Loki” Season 2, “Ahsoka,” and “The Marvel,” will not benefit from promotion at the convention. HBO follows a similar path, with project delays due to the Hollywood writer’s strike. Netflix, after having launched major upcoming projects such as “The Witcher” Season 3 at the 2023 Tudum Festival, has also decided to sit out. Sony Pictures and Universal Pictures round out the list of absentee studios.
DC Studios and Paramount Fly the Flag
Amidst the exodus of industry heavyweights, Variety reports that DC Studios will step up to the plate at the San Diego Comic-Con. Eager to promote ambitious ventures such as “Blue Beetle” and “Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom,” DC is also speculated to announce the lead duo of their much-anticipated project, “Superman: Legacy”, helmed by James Gunn. Paramount is also predicted to engage audiences with multiple panels centred on their forthcoming projects.
The lack of participation from these major studios marks an unexpected turn for San Diego Comic-Con. Yet, with DC Studios and Paramount holding the fort, the convention promises to deliver captivating content for fans. As we anticipate further developments, the world waits to witness the impact of this mass withdrawal on the iconic event.
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