Comic-Con International is taking place in San Diego, offering a treat for enthusiasts of geeky cinema and television.
With fresh trailers, exclusive sneak peeks, and first-look visuals, there’s a wealth of nerdy information to take in. But no need to fret: We have you covered. We’ve compiled the biggest film and TV revelations below, allowing you to catch up on everything from new Alien and Predator entries to upcoming series such as Gen V and Percy Jackson and the Olympians.
Let’s jump in.
Robert Kirkman provided updates for fans regarding Invincible Season 4.
Invincible’s creator, Robert Kirkman, disclosed significant information about two prominent villains fans can anticipate in Invincible Season 4. He first shared that The Americans actor Matthew Rhys will voice Dr. David Anders/Dinosaurus. He then confirmed that Grand Regent Thragg, leader of the Viltrum Empire, will be making his first appearance. Although all of Thragg’s lines have been recorded, Kirkman is keeping the identity of his voice actor under wraps for the time being.
How to watch: Invincible Season 4 is projected to debut in 2026. Seasons 1 – 3 are currently available for streaming on Prime Video.
Spinal Tap II: The End Continues released an electrifying trailer.
Director Rob Reiner cranked Comic-Con up to 11 with the trailer for Spinal Tap II: The End Continues, the long-awaited follow-up to the 1984 mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap. Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer reprise their roles as members of the heavy metal band Spinal Tap, reassembling for one last performance. Check out the complete trailer above to catch glimpses of cameos from Paul McCartney, Elton John, and Questlove, whom the band desperately attempts to recruit as their new drummer. Wisely, he declines, citing he doesn’t want to meet the same fate as all the other drummers. Smart move.
How to watch: Spinal Tap II: The End Continues arrives in theaters on Sept. 12.
South Park’s Trey Parker and Matt Stone discussed the show’s Trump-centric Season 27 premiere.
South Park’s Season 27 premiere held nothing back regarding President Donald Trump. The episode depicted Trump in bed with Satan, gave him a micropenis, and made references to him being on the “Epstein list,” culminating in a naked AI deepfake of Trump. The premiere also directed strong criticism at Paramount’s $16 million settlement with Trump over allegedly “deceitful” editing of a 60 Minutes interview featuring Vice President Kamala Harris. This all transpired just hours after South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone inked a deal with Paramount valued at $1.5 billion.
At a Comic-Con panel, Parker and Stone addressed the feedback regarding the episode. “We’re extremely sorry,” Parker informed the audience.
How to watch: South Park Season 27 is currently streaming on Paramount+. New episodes air Wednesdays at 10 p.m. ET on Comedy Central, and are available for streaming the following day on Paramount+.
The Strangers – Chapter 2 showcased a fresh clip.
The Strangers – Chapter 2 delivered a generous serving of slasher horror at Comic-Con with a brand-new clip, featuring The Strangers: Chapter 1 final girl Maya Lucas (Madelaine Petsch) once again fleeing for her life. In the clip, a masked intruder adds his spin to Mortal Kombat’s Scorpion “Get Over Here” maneuver, pulling Maya toward him by her hair. My scalp hurts just watching it.
How to watch: The Strangers – Chapter 2 releases in theaters on Sept. 26.
Twisted Metal Season 2 revved up fans with exclusive footage.
In its second season, Twisted Metal finally delves into its titular demolition derby tournament, overseen by new character Calypso (Anthony Carrigan). Twisted Metal cast members Anthony Mackie, Stephanie Beatriz, Joe Seanoa (AEW’s Samoa Joe), and Carrigan presented exclusive clips of the car-on-car chaos to Comic-Con attendees, including one where a missile obliterates a rival’s vehicle. While the clips aren’t publicly accessible, you can always fulfill your Twisted Metal cravings by watching the trailer above.
How to watch: Twisted Metal Season 2 premieres on July 31 on Peacock.
Nickelodeon uncovered new artwork for Avatar: The Seven Havens.
Nickelodeon celebrated the 20th anniversary of Avatar: The Last Airbender by showcasing a first look at its upcoming series, Avatar: Seven Havens. This series follows the Earth Avatar, who follows Korra, in a world shaken by a cataclysm. The Avatar is now seen as humanity’s destroyer rather than its savior, leading our new Avatar and her long-lost twin on a journey of evasion from both human and spirit foes alike.
The artwork above presents the new Avatar, one of her companions, and a feline creature sure to join the ranks of Appa, Momo, Naga, and Pabu as