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Fox’s New Dan Harmon Animated Series ‘Krapopolis’ Unveils San Diego Comic-Con Plans (EXCLUSIVE)
15.07.2022 - 19:11 / variety.com
Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeFox is bringing “Krapopolis,” its new animated series from “Community” creator and “Rick and Morty” co-creator Dan Harmon, to San Diego Comic-Con next week — where audiences where get their first peek at the upcoming show.That presence will include an outdoor activation at the the Children’s Museum Park (in front of the San Diego Convention Center), as well as a Comic-Con panel, the launch of an Instagram game, artwork on the side of the Omni Hotel, and merch — sold in partnership with Toddland — at Fox’s booth on the convention floor.Set in mythical ancient Greece, “Krapopolis” is set to premiere on Fox in 2023 and centers “centers on a flawed family of humans, gods and monsters that tries to run one of the world’s first cities without killing each other.” The show features the voices of Hannah Waddingham (“Ted Lasso”), Richard Ayoade (“The IT Crowd”), Matt Berry (“What We Do in The Shadows”), Pam Murphy (“Mapleworth Murders”) and Duncan Trussell (“The Midnight Gospel”). Harmon, executive producer and showrunner Jordan Young, supervising director Pete Michels and stars Berry, Murphy and Trussell, will be a part of the comedy’s Comic-Con panel (moderated by Variety TV editor Michael Schneider) in room 6BCF at the San Diego Convention Center on Saturday, July 23, at 2:45 p.m.
PT. The hour-long panel will feature an early sneak peek at content from the series and more.While inside the convention center, Fox Entertainment’s first-ever individual Comic-Con booth (the network was previously represented alongside 20th Century Fox TV, back when they were siblings and back when it was called “20th Century Fox TV”) will not only feature Toddland product but also include a photo
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Kevin Feige on Why He Announced Phase 6 at San Diego Comic-Con 2022 (Exclusive)
San Diego Comic-Con 2022, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige made several major updates about the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In addition to outlining the end of Phase 4 and sharing the full lineup for Phase 5, Feige also revealed plans for Phase 6, which will kick off with in 2024 before ending with two new Avengers films, and, in 2025. Additionally, the films and TV series released during Phases 4 through 6 would collectively be known as the Multiverse Saga. While this was Feige’s first in-person appearance at Comic-Con since 2019, fans weren’t expecting for so much to be revealed, especially considering that the last time he only announced new film and TV installments for Phase 4.
'The Sandman' Stars Share Sneak Peek of Netflix Series at San Diego Comic-Con 2022
The Sandman is coming!
San Diego Comic-Con 2022 - See All the Marvel Stars in Attendance!
The 2022 San Diego Comic-Con was a star-studded event!
‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ Drops First Teaser During San Diego Comic-Con 2022
Comic-Con 2022, fans were treated with the first official look at the. The long-awaited sequel is slated to hit theaters on Nov.
‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ Shares First Look During San Diego Comic-Con 2022
2022 San Diego Comic-Con did not disappoint. Including a number of new updates on upcoming projects in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, president Kevin Feige shared the first official look at . Written and directed by James Gunn, the latest installment in the series stars Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff while also welcoming Elizabeth Debicki, Sylvester Stallone, Will Poulter, Maria Bakalova and Nico Santos to the franchise.Gunn took the stage with Feige, reminiscing about pitching him the original concept a decade ago, nearly to the day.«It's been a good 10 years, Feige praised, before Gunn confirmed that „this is the end of that story,“ seemingly confirming this is the final film in the saga.The first look at the threequel — set to hit theaters on May 5, 2023 -- shows the return of Gamora (Saldana), as well as a younger version of Rocket Raccoon (Cooper), hinting that we'll be exploring his backstory.
‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law’ Drops New Trailer During San Diego Comic-Con 2022
. The footage for the upcoming Disney+ series gives audiences an extended look at Tatiana Maslany’s MCU debut as Jennifer Walters, a lawyer who specializes in superhuman-oriented legal cases.The latest trailer dropped during Comic-Con 2022, when Marvel head Kevin Feige took the stage at Hall H to offer new updates on several upcoming films and TV series. Feige was joined onstage by Maslany and some of her co-stars, who teased the series -- which will follow Walters as she navigates “the complicated life of a single, 30-something attorney who also happens to be a green 6-foot-7-inch superpowered hulk" — as Marvel's «first true half hour comedy,» promising plenty of MCU cameos.The trailer also teased the return of Charlie Cox in his Daredevil suit, ahead of a new series, slated for 2024.In addition to Maslany, the nine-episode series, directed by Kat Coiro and Anu Valia and written by Jessica Gao, also stars Mark Ruffalo as Smart Hulk, Tim Roth as Emil Blonsky/the Abomination, and Benedict Wong as Wong.
Dan Harmon’s ‘Krapopolis’ Reveals First-Look Clip at Comic-Con: Watch Here (EXCLUSIVE)
Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large“Krapopolis,” the new Fox animated series from “Community” creator and “Rick and Morty” co-creator Dan Harmon, will launch on Nov. 27 with a special preview episode, followed by the official series premiere in 2023.
‘Interview With the Vampire’ Series Debuts Trailer During San Diego Comic-Con 2022
debuted a new trailer during San Diego Comic-Con 2022. The extended look at the series comes ahead of its debut in October, the same night as the return of . Based on the late author’s legendary gothic novel, the series tells the “epic story of love, blood and the perils of immortality” as it follows Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson), Lestat de Lioncourt (Sam Reid), Claudia (Bailey Bass) and journalist journalist Daniel Molloy (Eric Bogosian). After becoming annoyed by “the limitations of life as a Black man in 1900s New Orleans, Louis finds it impossible to resist the rakish Lestat’s offer of the ultimate escape: joining him as his vampire companion.
‘The Simpsons’ Season 34 to Parody ‘It,’ ‘Ellen,’ ‘Death Note’ and Feature Guest Melissa McCarthy
Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeKrusty the Clown as Pennywise, Stephen King’s evil character from “It,” has become a popular tattoo image. Now, it will become part of “The Simpsons” canon. One of this fall’s two “Treehouse of Horror” episodes will be full-length parody of “It,” “The Simpsons” exec producer Matt Selman revealed on Saturday at San Diego Comic-Con.As previously reported, “The Simpsons” will air a double dose of “Treehouse of Horror” episodes this upcoming 34th season.
'Black Adam' and 'Shazam: Fury of the Gods' Debut New Footage at San Diego Comic-Con 2022
Dwayne Johnson just made his San Diego Comic-Con debut on Saturday, appearing alongside fellow DC Universe actor Zachary Levi as the two presented their upcoming films, and, respectively. The actor was greeted with a rapturous applause as he took the stage in costume in Hall H during the third day of the 2022 in-person event. And, luckily for fans, Johnson didn’t come empty handed.
‘John Wick 4’ Drops Action-Packed New Teaser During San Diego Comic-Con 2022
After debuting the first trailer for “John Wick: Chapter 4” back in April, fans of the franchise starring Keanu Reeves were treated to another look at the action film during San Diego Comic-Con panel hosted by Collider. During day two of the 2022 convention, director Chad Stahelski and Reeves, who made a surprise appearance at the end of the session, revealed a new, action-packed teaser for the eagerly anticipated film. And it looks awesome!
‘John Wick 4’ Drops Action-Packed New Teaser During San Diego Comic-Con 2022
first trailer for back in April, fans of the franchise starring Keanu Reeves were treated to another look at the action film during San Diego Comic-Con panel hosted by. During day two of the 2022 convention, director Chad Stahelski and Reeves, who made a surprise appearance at the end of the session, revealed a new, action-packed teaser for the eagerly anticipated film.
'The Walking Dead' Debuts Trailer for Final Episodes of Season 11 During San Diego Comic-Con 2022
debuted a new trailer, previewing what’s to come as the main installment in the AMC zombie franchise comes to a close. The new footage was revealed at the 2022 San Diego Comic-Con where the cast and creative team gathered for their final in-person appearance in Hall H.The trailer — which is subtitled «Finish the Fight» — began with a retrospective from the popular series, looking back at tear-jerking and meaningful moments over the the show's decade-plus run, before getting to the real action: an intense look at the final season to come.«People remember the last thing you do,» a voice promises in the trailer, as the characters fight for their lives — some of them appearing to tragically lose the battle.
Paul Wesley & William Shatner Team Up for Special 'Star-Trek' Moment at San Diego Comic-Con 2022
Paul Wesley is showing his support for William Shatner!
‘National Treasure: Edge of History’ Debuts First Teaser During San Diego Comic-Con 2022
2022 San Diego Comic-Con, debuted the first official look at the Disney+ spinoff of the franchise. Starring Lisette Alexis as a young heroine named Jess, follows the smart and resourceful DREAMer as she attempts to uncover the truth about her family’s mysterious past and save a long-lost, treasured Pan-American artifact. The teaser shows Jess entering a room full of clues, maps and ancient artifacts, before zooming in on her face, which transforms into the Eye of Providence featured in the National Treasure title.The adventure continues. National Treasure: Edge of History, an Original series, is streaming soon only on #DisneyPlus.