CNET provided live coverage from San Diego Comic-Con 2024, highlighting the latest news from entertainment giants such as Marvel, Peacock, Prime Video, and Max. Attendees witnessed surprise appearances from Deadpool and Wolverine, leading up to the release of their new film. The event showcased trailers and panels, offering insight into upcoming TV shows, movies, and animation projects. Among the most anticipated reveals were The Penguin, Peacock’s Teacup, Alien: Romulus, Like A Dragon: Yakuza, and Rings of Power for Prime Video. Updates on Marvel’s showcase, including the possibility of Avengers 5, kept fans on the edge of their seats throughout the event.
One of the major announcements was the upcoming crime drama series “The Penguin,” featuring an unrecognizable Colin Farrell in the lead role. The show, premiering on HBO and Max in September, is a spinoff of Matt Reeves’ “The Batman” film. Another exciting reveal was the prequel to Prime Video’s “The Boys,” titled “Vought Rising,” exploring the origins of key characters in the series. Additionally, Rings of Power season 2 teased a nuclear-themed storyline with conflicts between Sauron and Adar. The adaptation of Sega’s video game series, “Like a Dragon: Yakuza,” also generated buzz with its upcoming release on Prime Video.
Director James Gunn surprised attendees with the announcement of the animated Max series “Creature Commandos,” following a group of incarcerated monster misfits on world-saving missions. The star-studded voice cast includes Viola Davis, Steve Agee, Anya Chalotra, and David Harbour, among others. Disney revealed a new Doctor Who spinoff set in the 1970s, focusing on the Sea Devils and featuring a talented cast including Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Russell Tovey. The series will air on Disney Plus, expanding the Doctor Who universe for fans of the long-running franchise.
Peacock’s upcoming horror series “Teacup,” produced by James Wan and based on Robert McCammon’s novel “Stinger,” added to the lineup of thrilling new releases. The teaser trailer promised a suspenseful and scary experience for viewers. The mystery-horror series “From” announced its return for a third season, premiering in September on MGM Plus. “Dexter: Original Sin” revealed a first look at its upcoming prequel series, featuring Patrick Gibson as the antihero and Christian Slater as a key character. Additionally, Michael C. Hall announced his return to the role of Dexter in a new sequel series titled “Dexter: Resurrection,” premiering in 2025.
The animated series “The Legend of Vox Machina” based on Critical Role, a popular D&D streaming series, offered fans a first look at its third season, premiering on Prime Video in October. Voice actors Matthew Mercer, Marisha Ray, and others discussed the future of the series, including a spinoff titled “The Mighty Nein.” The event provided a comprehensive overview of upcoming releases and projects from leading entertainment companies, keeping fans excited for the diverse range of content coming their way.
