Geeks logo

Comics & TV Grab NYCC's Friday Spotlight

Fan favorite franchises from comics & TV headline Friday's panels.

By Jacob ElyacharPublished 7 years ago 3 min read
Like
(Logo property of ReedPOP)

Friday, October 6 marks Day Two of the 2017 New York Comic Con (NYCC).

Day Two is filled with tons of action-packed panels that represent the best that both the comic book industry and Hollywood have to offer. So, here are a few of the panels that you should start getting in line for right now.

Dragon Ball Super" Panel (12:30 to 1:30 PM; 1A10)

2013’s Pacific Rim grossed over $411 million in the worldwide box office. Four years later, producer Guillermo del Toro and director Steven S. DeKnight assembled a motley crew of Hollywood heavyweights such as John Boyega, Charlie Day, and Scott Eastwood to film the sequel. DeKnight, Boyega, and Eastwood are expected to headline the panel that previews the 2018 science fiction creature film.

'Hey Arnold! From Hillwood to the Jungle' (12:15 to 1:15 PM; Hammerstein Ballroom)

Calling all classic Nickelodeon fans! Arnold, Gerald, Helga, Harold, and company are back in an all-new animated adventure: Hey Arnold! From Hillwood to the Jungle. The series creator, Craig Bartlett, along with voice actors Lane Toran (Arnold), Francesca Marie Smith (Helga), Anndi McAfee (Phoebe), and Olivia Hack (Rhonda) are expected to tease Arnold’s new adventure at this can’t-miss panel.

'Dragon Ball Super' Panel (12:30 to 1:30 PM; 1A10)

(Animated cell property of Toei Animation)

Are you missing your favorite Saiyans and Namekian? Find out what Goku, Vegeta, Gohan, Piccolo, and crew at a special Dragon Ball Super panel. Voice actors Monica Rial (Bulma), Sean Schemmel (Goku), Jason Douglas (Beerus), and Ian Sinclair (Whis) will join moderator Justin Rojas to preview Dragon Ball Super’s latest chapters, new characters, and teasing an all-new home video adventure.

ABC's "Once Upon a Time" (4:30 to 5:30 PM; Hammerstein Ballroom) '

Marvel Legacy will focus on your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man, his friends, and adversaries! Fan-favorite creators Dan Slott, Chip Zdarsky, Robbie Thompson, and Will Sliney will join Marvel Executive Editor Nick Lowe to tease the upcoming adventures of Spider-Man, Venom, and the Scarlet Spider.

DC 'Metal'/DC New Age of Heroes (2:45 to 3:45 PM; 1A06)

DC Comics’ Dark Nights: Metal is one of the hottest comic book storylines that is shaking up the DC Universe. Dark Nights: Metal creative team Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo will preview the next chapter in their massive rock opera. Meanwhile, several of DC’s talented creators including James Tynion IV, Robert Venditti, Steve Orlando, and Joshua Williamson will preview Metal’s next phase by introducing DC’s New Age of Heroes.

ABC's 'Once Upon a Time' (4:30 to 5:30 PM; Hammerstein Ballroom)

(Logo property of ABC Studios)

Once Upon a Time begins a new chapter as Regina (Lana Parrilla), Hook (Colin O’Donoghue), and Mr. Gold (Robert Carlyle) must save a grown-up Henry (Andrew J. West) and his daughter, Lucy (Alison Fernandez) from a new threat. Show creators Adam Horowitz and Eddy Kitsis will return as panelists, while Lana Parrilla will make her New York Comic Con debut with this panel.

Comedy Central’s 'The President Show' & 'Drunk History' (5:15 to 7:30 PM; 1A06)

Two of Comedy Central’s biggest shows are visiting the Javits Center! Comedian Anthony Atamanuik might reprise his role as President Donald J. Trump at the tremendous President Show panel. He will also be joined by his second-in-command and The President Show Executive Producer Peter Grosz at this panel. After President Trump and Vice President Pence warm-up the crowd, the Emmy-nominated Drunk Comedy crew will continue the laughs. Drunk History co-creator Derek Waters and cast members will spill the behind the scenes tea about their experience filming the show.

DC Comics' 'The Doomsday Clock' (6 to 7 PM; Main Stage 1-D)

(Cover property of DC Comics)

DC’s Chief Creative Officer Geoff Johns is about to publish the biggest maxi-series which is six years in the making! The Doomsday Clock will showcase what happens when DC’s finest heroes face off against the Watchmen Universe! The iconic writer will intimately share some details of the story on New York Comic Con’s Main Stage!

comicsconventionstv
Like

About the Creator

Jacob Elyachar

Jacob Elyachar is an award-winning journalist, pop culture fanatic, and social media lover. He writes for both jakes-take.com and Vocal. When he is not writing, Elyachar does CrossFit, listens to music, and volunteers in his community.

Reader insights

Be the first to share your insights about this piece.

How does it work?

Add your insights

Comments

There are no comments for this story

Be the first to respond and start the conversation.

Sign in to comment

    Find us on social media

    Miscellaneous links

    • Explore
    • Contact
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of Use
    • Support

    © 2024 Creatd, Inc. All Rights Reserved.