Creator Matt Groening and Showrunner David X. Cohen’s reveals at San Diego Comic-Con include new season details and that the first of the XXXL-sized specials will be Xmas themed and launch in 2027.
Creator and EP Loren Bouchard announced the exclusive holiday short during the show’s San Diego Comic-Con panel this past Saturday.
The studio’s SDCC presentation was filled with star-studded panels, new ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ material that included Dr. Doom cloaks and masks for attendees, plus Jon Bernthal sharing his role in ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day.’
Teaser and voice cast also revealed for new 26-episode 2D-animated series set in the world of ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ after Korra, from Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko.
Playground Productions reveals new show is in production at its SDCC 2026 panel, sharing the voice cast, which also includes Christopher Mintz-Plasse, first look images and a sizzle reel - trailer.
‘The Forest is Calling’ installation now open outside the Hard Rock Hotel at SDCC; will soon head to additional North American cities ahead of the film’s October 23 theatrical release.
‘Worst Cartoons Ever!’ returns July 23 with animation historian Jerry Beck presenting a lineup of unintentionally funny films; the July 25 Saturday morning cartoons panel will examine how the programming block shaped careers, studios and the animation industry.
Adult Swim on the Green returns July 23-26 outside the San Diego Convention Center with series-themed activations, attractions, and free nighttime events; Friday panels will spotlight ‘Common Side Effects,’ ‘President Curtis,’ ‘My Adventures with Superman’ and ‘Rick and Morty.’
