2013-07-06




Comic-Con International has announced the schedule for the third day of San Diego Comic-Con 2013 on Saturday, July 20. You can clickHere to check out the full schedule, including comic book-related events, but we have pulled out all the movie, DVD, and TV-related panels right here. Take a look at what this day has to offer.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM A&E Bates Motel

The Bates Motel is open for business in San Diego! Executive producers Carlton Cuse (Lost) and Kerry Ehrin (Friday Night Lights) will release new footage from the highly acclaimed A&E drama series Bates Motel exclusively for Comic Con attendees. The executive producers will be joined by the cast, including Academy Award nominee Vera Farmiga (Norma Bates), Freddie Highmore (Norman Bates), Max Thieriot (Dylan), Olivia Cooke (Emma), and Nestor Carbonell (Sheriff Alex Romero) to discuss the show's unique backstory and creation. Fans will get an opportunity to hear more about season 2, debuting in 2014 on A&E, and will have a chance to ask the cast and creators questions during a Q&A. Moderated by Tim Stack from Entertainment Weekly. Room 6A

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Hasbro Studios: My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic

Representatives from Hasbro Studios and The Hub TV Network's My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic share details of the making of the popular animated series and how the "friendship" and "magic" are brought to life. Also includes Q&A time. Room 25ABC

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Machinima: Redefining the 'Fan Film'

Machinima, a network that has been pushing the envelope on content development and creation since day one, has upped the ante once again. Joining forces with some of the most creative upcoming talent around, Machinima will discuss its fan films, the wildly successful Machinima Interactive Film Festival, and all the other mind-blowing content it has up its sleeves. Be a part of the discussion, with the slightly off-their-rocker folks at Machinima, along with a few equally insane special guests, as they talk about setting the bar with a new breed of content development, creation, and interaction. And of course, a bunch of exclusive, never-before-seen footage will be shown for your viewing pleasure. So you know where you're going to be Saturday morning, don't you? Indigo Ballroom, Hilton Bayfront

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM Once Upon a Time in Wonderland: Down the Rabbit Hole!

Co-creators and executive producers Edward Kitsis (Lost) and Adam Horowitz (Lost) introduce the world premiere screening of their newest series, Once Upon a Time in Wonderland. This strange new land takes you to the other side of the rabbit hole, where you'll meet Alice, the Knave of Hearts, the White Rabbit and a host of other characters. Q&A as well as surprise guests will follow the screening. You won't want to miss who shows up at this panel! Ballroom 20

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Film and TV Production Designers of the Art Directors Guild

In collaboration with a highly skilled art department, the production designer lays out the plan that will create small worlds to warm the heart, and entire civilizations to fire the imagination. Moderator Jim Bissell (Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol) joins panelists Darren Gilford (Oblivion), Corey Kaplan (Scandal), Alex McDowell (Man of Steel), and Robert Stromberg (Oz: The Great and Powerful). Room 25ABC

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Marvel Television Presents

It's the biggest, most animated Marvel Television panel ever! Join Marvel's head of television, Jeph Loeb, for the latest from inside Marvel Universe on Disney XD, including what's next for Marvel's Ultimate Spider-Man, a new episode of the hit series Marvel's Avengers Assemble, and the world premiere of Marvel's Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H. Room 6BCF

10:45 AM - 1:15 PM Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures Preview Their Upcoming Lineups

Legendary Pictures: Godzilla -- An epic rebirth to Toho's iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure pits the world's most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity's scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence. Gareth Edwards directs Godzilla, which stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ken Watanabe, Elizabeth Olsen, and Juliette Binoche, with David Strathairn and Bryan Cranston. The screenplay is by Max Borenstein, Frank Darabont, and Dave Callaham. Thomas Tull and Jon Jashni are producing with Mary Parent and Brian Rogers. Alex Garcia and Patricia Whitcher are the executive producers, alongside Yoshimitsu Banno and Kenji Okuhira. The film is from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures.

Legendary Pictures: The Seventh Son -- The fantasy action adventure The Seventh Son takes audiences to a time long past, where evil is about to be unleashed. Jeff Bridges stars as Master Gregory, a Falcon Knight who imprisoned the malevolently powerful witch Mother Malkin (Julianne Moore) years ago. Now escaped, she seeks vengeance, and Gregory has only until the next blood moon to train a new apprentice (Ben Barnes), the seventh son of a seventh son, to fight a dark magic unlike any other. Oscar nominee Sergey Bodrov directs an international cast that includes Alicia Vikander, Kit Harington, Olivia Williams, Antje Traue, and Djimon Hounsou. The film is from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures.

Warner Bros. Pictures: 300: Rise of an Empire -- From producer Zack Snyder, Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures present a new chapter in this epic saga, based on Frank Miller 's graphic novel Xerxes and told in the same breathtaking visual style as the blockbuster 300. Directed by Noam Murro, 300: Rise of an Empire takes the action to a fresh battlefield-on the sea-with a cast of both new and returning stars, led by Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, David Wenham, and Rodrigo Santoro. Gianni Nunnari, Mark Canton, Zack Snyder, Deborah Snyder, and Bernie Goldmann produce, with Zack Snyder and Kurt Johnstad again collaborating on the screenplay.

Warner Bros. Pictures: Gravity -- From director Alfonso Cuarn comes the sci-fi Thriller Gravity, starring Sandra Bullock and George Clooney. Dr. Ryan Stone (Sandra Bullock) is a brilliant medical engineer on her first shuttle mission, alongside veteran astronaut Matt Kowalsky (George Clooney). On a seemingly routine spacewalk, disaster strikes, leaving them completely alone-tethered to nothing but each other and spiraling out into the blackness. The deafening silence tells them they have lost any link to Earth...and any chance for rescue. As fear turns to panic, every gulp of air eats away at what little oxygen is left. But the only way home may be to go further into the terrifying expanse of space.

Warner Bros. Pictures: The Lego Movie -- From directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller of 21 Jump Street comes the first ever full-length theatrical LEGO adventure, The Lego Movie...Hall H

11:00 AM - 11:45 PM Once Upon a Time: Off to Neverland!

Co-creators and executive producers Edward Kitsis (Lost) and Adam Horowitz (Lost) take you on a journey to Neverland. If the season finale left you wanting more, you will not want to miss this opportunity for an exclusive sneak peek at what's to come. Questions will be answered. Secrets will be revealed. And Ginnifer Goodwin, Jennifer Morrison, Robert Carlyle, Joshua Dallas, Emilie de Ravin, Colin O'Donoghue, and Michael Raymond James will all join in the fun. It's time for you to get hooked on Once Upon a Time. Ballroom 20

11:30 AM - 12:30 AM Inside the Writer's Room: Earth's Mightiest TV Writers Assemble

Meet the writers, producers, and executives who make genre entertainment what it is today, and get an incredible insider look from the scribes behind some of today's hottest genre shows as they share their candid thoughts on how to make the series we love (and sometimes loathe). Find out the highly classified secrets to getting TV shows made and how to break in and break out in today's highly competitive broadcast environment; the deep dark secrets (and low-calorie snacks) of the writer's room; and why network executives actually care about what you say on message boards. No canned speeches and press releases here; get the straight scoop from television's most talented and outspoken writers and producers, including Javier Grillo-Marxuach (Charlie's Angels), Ashley Miller (Fringe), Amy Berg (Eureka), Steven Melching (Star Wars: The Clone Wars), Gabrielle G. Stanton (Haven), Jose Molina (The Vampire Diaries), Sarah Watson (Parenthood), Mark A. Altman (Femme Fatales), and surprise guests. Moderator Chris Parnell (senior VP, drama development, Sony Pictures Television) moderates. Room24ABC

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Futurama

We're dooooooooomed! An epic panel for the ages will celebrate Futurama's latest and greatest final season. On hand will be most or all of Futurama's legendary voice cast, consisting of Billy West, John Di Maggio, Katey Sagal, Maurice LaMarche, Tress MacNeille, David Herman, Phil LaMarr, and Lauren Tom, performing never-before-heard scenes from the upcoming "Last Episode Ever." Plus executive producer David X. Cohen, creator Matt Groening, and a cartooning showdown to the death! (Note: actual death not guaranteed.) Ballroom 20

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM How I Met Your Mother

For the first time ever, the hit sitcom visits Comic-Con to kick off its final season with an exclusive look at the show and a panel featuring Josh Radnor, Jason Segel, Cobie Smulders, Neil Patrick Harris, and Alyson Hannigan and executive producers Carter Bays, Craig Thomas, and Pamela Fryman. Indigo Ballroom, Hilton Bayfront

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM The Simpsons

Celebrate The Simpsons ' 25th year on the air with creator Matt Groening, executive producer Al Jean, supervising director Mike B. Anderson, and consulting producer David Silverman, enjoy never-before seen footage from guest director Guillermo del Toro, and hear musical guests perform "We Put The Spring In Springfield!" Ballroom 20

1:35 PM - 2:35 PM Lionsgate - Featuring I, Frankenstein and The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

I, Frankenstein stars Aaron Eckhart and Yvonne Strahovski appear with film director/writer Stuart Beattie and graphic novel author/writer Kevin Grevioux. Plus, the cast of the highly anticipated second installment of The Hunger Games: Catching Fire comes to Hall H for the first time. Panel moderated by Fandango chief correspondent Dave Karger. Never-before-seen footage is showcased from both films. Includes Q&A opportunity. Hall H

1:45 PM - 2:30 PM Family Guy

The Griffins are back at Comic-Con for another raucous panel and a sneak peek at Family Guy Season 12, featuring Seth Green, Alex Borstein, and executive producer Richard Appel plus other surprise guests. Ballroom 20

1:45 PM - 3:00 PM Beast Wishes

Beast Wishes - A documentary that takes a heartfelt look at the fascinating world of Bob Burns and Kathy Burns, the goodwill ambassadors of sci-fi and horror film fandom. This amazing couple has dedicated their lives to nurturing the creative spark in award-winning masters of the Hollywood makeup and special effects industries. Participating filmmakers include Dana Gould, Frank Ippolito, and Trish Geiger and Frank Dietz (directors and producers). Marriott Hall 2, Marriott Marquis & Marina

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM LostLost Podcast and Beyond

Jay Glatfelter and Jack Glatfelter and special guests get lost in TV talk. The co-hosts of the popular Lost Podcast with Jay and Jack discuss Lost three years after the airing of its finale, as well as other TV shows that have filled the void, such as Once Upon a Time, Person of Interest, Game of Thrones, Justified, and many more. Room 29A

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Sid Krofft and Marty Krofft: A Look at the Past, Present, and Future

Brothers Sid Krofft and Marty Krofft have been producing quality family entertainment for over 40 years. Sid Krofft and Marty Krofft became household names in the '70s with a series of remarkable programs that featured elaborate sets and fanciful characters. Join Sid Krofft and Marty Krofft and a surprise guest moderator for this very special event. Room 25ABC

2:00 PM - 3:00 The Awesomes: A Hulu Original Series

The Awesomes is a new animated show for adults that combines the thrills of comic book storytelling with the irreverent and inspired comedy that is the hallmark of co-creators Seth Meyers and Michael Shoemaker. It is the story of the greatest superhero team in history, The Awesomes, and what happens after all the most powerful members leave. Join co-creator/executive producer/ series star Seth Meyers, co-creator/executive producer Michael Shoemaker, writer/producer and comic book author Judd Winick, and cast members Kenan Thompson, Taran Killam, Josh Meyers, Bobby Moynihan, and moderator Chris Hardwick for a special Comic-Con screening and audience Q&A. The Awesomes is the first animated Hulu Original Series and premieres August 1 on Hulu and Hulu Plus. It is a Hulu co-production with Broadway Video and Bento Box Entertainment. Watch The Awesomes first exclusively on Xbox 360 July 25-31. Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM American Dad

Be on hand for an exclusive look at the new season, the world premiere of a song from the never-before-seen Christmas episode featuring the return of Krampus, and a Q&A featuring Wendy Schaal, Rachael MacFarlane, Scott Grimes, Dee Bradley Baker, and more. Ballroom 20

2:40- PM - 3:50 Grimm Season 3: Q&A with Cast and Producers from the Hit Supernatural Series, Followed by an Exclusive Trailer of NBC's New Fall Drama, Dracula

In Grimm Season 2 's shocking cliffhanger finale, we were left screaming for answers! What will happen to Nick Burkhardt now that he's a zombie? What do the royal families want with Nick, and what will Captain Renard's next move be? Will Monroe and Rosalee ("Monrosalee") take their relationship to the next level? What will come of Adalind's royal baby? Is Portland doomed? Join your fellow " Grimm sters" for an hour filled with wesen, third season themes, and of course, a Q&A session with the cast members David Giuntoli, Russell Hornsby, Bitsie Tulloch, Silas Weir Mitchell, Reggie Lee, Sasha Roiz, Bree Turner, Claire Coffee, and executive producers/writers Jim Kouf, David Greenwalt, Todd Milliner, and Norberto Barba. Room 6BCF

2:55 PM - 3:55 PM Entertainment Weekly's Women Who Kick Ass

Fierce, fearless and flat-out fantastic, these female actors have left fans breathless. Michelle Rodriguez (Machete Kills; Fast & Furious 6), Orphan Black 's Tatiana Maslany, Danai Gurira (The Walking Dead), and others open up about the power and privilege of playing women who redefine the rules and refuse to yield. Hall H

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Cartoon Network New Comedies: Uncle Grandpa, Steven Universe, and Clarence

Be the first to see an exclusive sneak peek of Cartoon Network Studio's all new line up of chuckle-inducing comedies! The panel features Uncle Grandpa creator Peter Browngardt, creative director Audie Harrison, and Adam DeVine (Pitch Perfect) as the voice of Pizza Steve, Steven Universe creator Rebecca Sugar and creative director Ian Jones-Quartey, and Clarence creator Skyler Page. All your questions are sure to be answered and your anticipation is sure to be electrified! Room 6A

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Roddenberry Entertainment

Rod Roddenberry (CEO, Roddenberry Entertainment), Trevor Roth (head of development) Tory Mell (producer/writer), Paul Morrissey (editor), Aubrey Sitterson (writer), Chris Moreno, Bjo Trimble (super fan, Star Trek), and Sean Patrick O'Reilly (publisher, Arcana) are taking the name that created Star Trek and bringing it to levels not seen since the original days of the genre-changing television show. Join them for some incredible Roddenberry news and a sneak peek at some of the new and exciting things they are working on. All followed by a Q&A. Also: giveaway of a special iPad mini. Room 25ABC

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Pinky and the Brain 20th Anniversary Voice Reunion

Are you pondering what we're pondering? How could two decades have passed since Pinky and the Brain first tried to take over the world? Celebrate one of the all-time funniest animated series when the original voices of the silly simpleton Pinky and his uber-genius pal Brain, Rob Paulsen and Maurice LaMarche, join eight-time Emmy Award-winning dialogue director Andrea Romano for an hour of hilarious reminiscing. Narf! Lyceum

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM True Blood Panel and Q&A session

Mixing romance, suspense, mystery, and humor, the Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated True Blood kicked off its sixth season June 16 on HBO. The series follows waitress and part-faerie Sookie Stackhouse (Oscar and Golden Globe award winner Anna Paquin), who can hear people's thoughts and vampires Bill Compton (Stephen Moyer) and Eric Northman (Alexander Skarsgrd). Brian Buckner serves as executive producer of the series, which also features Ryan Kwanten as Jason Stackhouse, Sam Trammell as Sam Merlotte, Rutina Wesley as Tara Thornton, Nelsan Ellis as Lafayette, Deborah Ann Woll as Jessica Hamby, Kristin Bauer van Straten as Pam, Joe Manganiello as Alcide, Anna Camp as Sarah Newlin, Michael McMillian as Steve Newlin, and Robert Kazinsky as Ben. Oscar and Emmy Award winner Alan Ball created and is also an executive producer on the series, based on the bestselling Sookie Stackhouse novels by Charlaine Harris. Moderated by Tim Stack of Entertainment Weekly. Ballroom 20

4:00 PM - 4:45 PM Person of Interest Special Video Presentation and Q&A

Executive producers Jonathan Nolan (The Dark Knight Rises) and Greg Plageman are joined by the series stars for a special video presentation and Q&A. Join the discussion, as the science "fiction" in Person of Interest becomes reality with recent real-world events. Person of Interest is a crime thriller about a presumed dead former CIA agent who teams up with a mysterious billionaire to prevent violent crimes. Aided by the Machine-and opposed by ruthless criminals, corrupt cops, and shadowy elements within the government-the team works with two NYPD detectives to stop crimes before they happen. From Bonanza Productions Inc. in association with Bad Robot Productions and Warner Bros. Television, Person of Interest returns for its third season on September 24, in a new timeslot of Tuesdays at 10/9c on CBS. Person of Interest: Season 2 will be released on Blu-ray and DVD on September 17. Room 6BCF

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Being Human

Itching to know what goes on behind the scenes of Syfy's smash hit series Being Human? Give in to temptation and join cast members Sam Witwer (Aidan), Meaghan Rath (Sally), Sam Huntington (Josh), Kristen Hager (Nora), and executive producer Anna Fricke as they discuss what's in store for a larger-than-life new season. Moderated by Aaron Sagers, entertainment journalist (CNN.com/MTV.com) and geek culture expert. Indigo Ballroom, Hilton Bayfront

4:15 PM - 5:15 PM Warner Bros. and DC Entertainmen: Superman's 75th Anniversary Celebration

As the most recognizable superhero in the world, Superman has flown high in film, TV, radio, animation and, of course, comics for 75 glorious years. Join a star-studded panel, including cast, filmmakers, artists and writers from Superman's illustrious history-from Jack Larson (the original Jimmy Olsen from Adventures of Superman) and first-time Comic-Con panelist Tim Daly (Superman/Batman: Apocalypse) and reigning animated Supergirl Molly C. Quinn (Superman: Unbound), to comics luminaries Paul Levitz, Grant Morrison, and Dan Jurgens, plus talent from the current blockbuster, Man of Steel -- as they reminisce and discuss the beloved character's many personifications, impressive history, and ongoing relevance within society and entertainment. And courtesy of Mattel and Warner Bros. Consumer Products, all fans attending the panel will receive a special Superman Quick Shots figure!

4:15 PM - 5:45 PM 20th Century Fox

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4:30 PM - 5:15 PM The Vampire Diaries Special Video Presentation and Q&A

Making their fang-tastic fifth appearance at Comic-Con, the cast and creative team behind The Vampire Diaries vamp it up in San Diego! Series stars Nina Dobrev, Paul Wesley, Ian Somerhalder, Candice Accola, and Katerina Graham join executive producers/writers Julie Plec and Caroline Dries on stage for a video screening and Q&A session. The CW's #1 series returns in the fall for its fifth season, promising twists, turns and-of course-(love) triangles in this new chapter for our heroes, post-graduation. From Bonanza Productions Inc., Outerbanks Entertainment, and Alloy Entertainment in association with Warner Bros. Television and CBS Television Studios, The Vampire Diaries airs Thursdays at 8/7c on The CW, and The Vampire Diaries: The Complete Fourth Season will be released on Blu-ray combo pack, DVD and UltraViolet in September. Ballroom 20

5:00 PM - 5:45 PM [adult swim]: Rick and Morty

Premiering this winter, Rick and Morty is a show about a sociopathic scientist who drags his unintelligent grandson on insanely dangerous adventures across the universe. Executive producers Dan Harmon (Community) and Justin Roiland (Adventure Time) will preview the new animated series and will be joined by writer Ryan Ridley and cast members Spencer Grammer and Kari Wahlgren. Room 25ABC

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Name That Movie

Inkpot Award winner John Field presents a game show UN-like any other. Here is an exciting presentation you can be a part of! When you enter the room, write your name on the card provided and drop it in the Magic Film Can. If your name is chosen (among 4 contestants), your job is to name as many fun clips as you can! The genre of clips you will see are in the sci-fi, horror and fantasy categories. Whoever names the most clips by the end of the show, wins! You will see many well-known, not so well-known and downright weird clips from movies you have seen, never seen, and should see, because they are at the very least entertaining. There will be prizes for first, second, third, and even fourth place winners! That's not all; the audience will get a chance to guess those clips that the contestants can't! Audience members get cool prizes as well. Don't miss this entertainment-packed show! Room 28DE

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Storytellers: Disney/ABC Knows Talent!

Along with Marvel, Pixar, and Lucasfilm, Disney/ABC Television is home to some of the most creative storytellers in entertainment. Talent development executives and other panelists will share experiences and insight about the creative process and the necessary steps needed to break into television and land the job of your dreams. Discussion points include pitching and writing a compelling script, directing a solid episode of television, and the essentials of networking. Moderated by Ken Choy (Hyphen Magazine). Room 30CDE

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Warehouse 13

Go behind the scenes of America's top-secret supernatural storage facility with Warehouse 13's Eddie McClintock (Pete), Joanne Kelly (Myka), Saul Rubinek (Artie), Allison Scagliotti (Claudia), and Jack Kenny (executive producer). Take a look back at four out-of-this-world seasons and get a glimpse at what's in store for the fifth and final season of the beloved Syfy series. Moderated by Entertainment Weekly's Geoff Boucher. Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront

5:15 PM - 6:00 PM Arrow Special Video Presentation and Q&A

After failing to foil Malcolm Merlyn's undertaking, Oliver Queen and team look to get back on track by crossing another name off the list: Comic-Con 2013. Arrow series stars Stephen Amell, Katie Cassidy, David Ramsey, Emily Bett Rickards, and Colton Haynes -- with executive producers Greg Berlanti, Marc Guggenheim, and Andrew Kreisberg - will take aim at San Diego with a special video presentation and panel discussion previewing the show's upcoming and much-buzzed-about second season, which will center on Oliver's transformation from vigilante to hero. Arrow: The Complete First Season will be released on Blu-ray, DVD and UltraViolet on September 17. Based on characters appearing in comic books and graphic novels published by DC Comics, Arrow is from Bonanza Productions Inc. in association with Berlanti Productions and Warner Bros. Television. The series returns for a second season this fall, airing Wednesdays at 8/7c on The CW. Ballroom 20

5:45 PM - 6:45 PM Batman: The Animated Series Turns 21

Pop the champagne! The landmark television production Batman: The Animated Series turns 21 this year. Spend an hour with the creative core of this groundbreaking series -- Bruce W. Timm, Paul Dini, Alan Burnett, and Eric Radomski -- as they recollect the dynamics of crafting a series that would have a resoundin

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