Comic-Con 2025 Adult Animation Panels And Activations

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San Diego Comic-Con is only a few weeks away and we’re starting to get announcements for activation, panels, signings, and more that we’ll detail below as we hear them. Keep checking back as we will update this list frequently as we get more announcements.

Activations

Located: Convention Center BayFront’s Parking Lot

Highlights: Food, games, photo ops, and more.

Step into the world of South Park at San Diego Comic-Con!

Located:Quartyard (1301 Market St, San Diego, CA 92101)

Highlights:

  • Free, immersive fan experience – open to the public
  • Featuring interactive photo moments, fan favorite episodes and behind the scenes screenings, giveaways, exclusive merch, cosplay contests, trivia, karaoke and more.
    • Cosplay categories include:
      • Most Original Costume
      • Most Creative Costume
      • Best Stage Performance & Presentation of Costume
      • Funniest Costume
      • Best Couples Costume
      • Best Cartman Costume
      • Best Kenny Costume
      • Best Kyle Costume
      • Best Stan Costume
      • Best Butters Costume
  • Reservations for the South Park experience go live at 10A PT/1P ET on Monday, 7/14.  Follow @SouthPark for updates.
  • Adult Swim’s Night of New – Attendees to this special outdoor screening event will be the first to experience a collection of never-before-aired Adult Swim content featuring full-length episodes of “SMILING FRIENDS,” “Women Wearing Should Pads,” “Haha, You Clowns,” and an early look at the season 8 finale of “Rick and Morty,” alongside more new Adult Swim content. Saturday (7/26) at 7:15pm
  • Open Thursday through Saturday from 1pm–7pm, the “Pirate Purrrty on the Green” invites fans to embark on a treasure hunt of immersive experiences, giveaways, and feline-fueled fun – no badge required! Highlights include:
    • “SMILING FRIENDS” Break Room – Step into a real-life recreation of the iconic break room, snap a photo, and get exclusive merch.
    • “Rick and Morty” Buttworld Bounce House – Bounce into the bizarre with this inflatable tribute to one of the show’s most unforgettable dimensions.
    • Adopt-a-Cuy Station – Inspired by the upcoming series “Women Wearing Shoulder Pads,” fans can take home their very own (plush) pet cuy.
    • “Common Side Effects” Mushroom Hunt – Search for hidden fungi and claim an exclusive plushie from the upcoming series.
    • Games, Photo Ops And Nightly DJ Sets – The party doesn’t stop with interactive games, themed photo moments, and live DJ sets under the stars.

    The activation also features the DIRECTV Face Painting Zone, where fans can choose from custom designs inspired by “Rick and Morty” “SMILING FRIENDS,” and more — plus walk away with a framed photo souvenir. DIRECTV will also provide raffle giveaways during Saturday’s “Adult Swim Night of New” screening event.

    And don’t miss the daily giveaway: the first 750 fans to arrive at 1pm on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday will receive an exclusive “SMILING FRIENDS” vinyl figure. For full details on the “Pirate Purrrty on the Green,” visit link.

Panels

Critical Role on Prime Video: The Mighty Nein and The Legend of Vox Machina: Executive producers and cast members Laura Bailey, Matthew Mercer, Marisha Ray, Liam O’Brien, Ashley Johnson, Taliesin Jaffe, Sam Riegel, and Travis Willingham give an inside look at Critical Role’s expanding universe on Prime Video. Get ready for exclusive breaking news from the upcoming highly anticipated animated series The Mighty Nein, based on the widely popular campaign. Plus, don’t miss the latest updates regarding The Legend of Vox Machina’s season 4 and what’s coming next for the acclaimed series. 11:15-12:15, Indigo Ballroom

Thursday, July 24, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (Aqua Salon AB)

Batman Azteca: Choque De Imperios (Aztec Batman: Clash of the Empires)

  • Juan Meza-León (Director, Batman Azteca: Choque De Imperios)
  • José C. García de Letona (Producer, Batman Azteca: Choque De Imperios)
  • Aaron Berger (Producer)
  • Raymond Cruz (Joker, English dub)
  • Jay Hernandez (Batman, English) (Tentative)
  • Horacio García Rojas (Batman/Bruce Wayne)

Batman Azteca: Choque De Imperios (Aztec Batman: Clash of the Empires)

A look at the highly anticipated animated movie “Batman Azteca: Choque De Imperios” (“Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires”). Join members of the cast and the creative team as they share footage and provide an inside look at how they are bringing the world of Batman into the captivating history and culture of Mesoamerica.

“Batman Azteca: Choque De Imperios” (“Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires”) is an original animated feature-length film that places the iconic DC Super Hero against the backdrop of the captivating history of Mexico and immerses fans around the world in the exciting culture of Mesoamerica. In the time of the Aztec Empire, Yohualli Coatl — a young Aztec boy — experiences tragedy when his father and village leader, Toltecatzin, is murdered by Spanish Conquistadors. Yohualli escapes to Tenochtitlan to warn King Moctezuma and his high priest, Yoka, of the imminent danger. Using the bat god Tzinacan’s temple as a lair, Yohualli trains with his mentor and assistant, Acatzin, developing equipment and weaponry to confront the Spaniard invasion, protect Moctezuma’s temple, and avenge his father’s death. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, Anima and Chatrone, Batman Azteca: Choque De Imperios is a Particular Crowd film based on characters from DC.

Comedy Central Adult Animation: South Park, Beavis And Butt-Head, Digman!

  • Thursday, July 24th; 6:45PM-7:45PM 
  • Hall H (San Diego Convention Center, 111 Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101)
  • The home for adult animation, Comedy Central, celebrates their upcoming slate with the creators and cast of the hit series South Park, Beavis And Butt-Head and Digman!. Trey Parker and Matt Stone, Mike Judge and Andy Samberg return to SDCC to share behind-the-scenes stories from over 30 years in animation. 
  • Talent attending: Trey Parker, Matt Stone, Mike Judge, and Andy Samberg

Friday, 7/24/25

11:15-12:15 PM: Critical Role on Prime Video: The Mighty Nein and The Legend of Vox Machina Cast Panel—It’s Thursday with Critical Role and Prime Video! Join executive producers and cast members Laura Bailey, Matthew Mercer, Marisha Ray, Liam O’Brien, Ashley Johnson, Taliesin Jaffe, Sam Riegel, and Travis Willingham for an inside look at Critical Role’s expanding universe on Prime Video. Get ready for exclusive breaking news from the upcoming highly anticipated animated series The Mighty Nein, based on the widely popular campaign. Plus, don’t miss the latest updates regarding The Legend of Vox Machina’s Season Four, and what’s coming next for the beloved, critically acclaimed series. (Indigo Ballroom)

12:30-1:30 PM: The Hellaverse on Prime Video: Hazbin Hotel and Helluva Boss Cast Panel—Join creator and executive producer Vivienne Medrano, Hazbin Hotel series stars Erika Henningsen and Amir Talai, and Helluva Boss series stars Brandon Rogers and Richard Horvitz for a wickedly entertaining discussion with Hell’s favorite hotel staff and murder professionals. The Hellaverse will unite for the first time, so get ready for raucous stories, exciting teases, and breaking news from Prime Video’s hit series. (Indigo Ballroom)

The Making of LIL KEV from Kevin Hart!

3:00 p.m. PT in Room 23ABC at the San Diego Convention Center

Get ready to laugh with the creative team behind LIL KEV, the new animated series from Kevin Hart and the first-ever Black animated show on BET+! They’ll take you inside the journey of bringing Kevin’s real-life experiences of “growing up funny” to the screen, from crafting the stories to working with an incredible voice cast to bring the characters to life. Plus, enjoy a special five-minute look at an episode, a cast video introduction, and get a behind-the-scenes look at LIL KEV in this exciting panel!

With creators/ executive producers Matthew Claybrooks and Michael Price, producer Allison Morse, art director Amanda Lake, voice actor Jayden Libran (Omar, Junkie, Amethyst Jones, Brian, Kev Understudy), voice actor Kimoy Lee (Dirty Dante, Soupy), supervising director Musa Brooker, and voice actor Nicole Aimee Schreiber (Ms. Green). Moderated by comedian/ voice actor Clayton Thomas (“Reverend Mooney”).

“Robot Chicken” – A Celebration 20 Years in the Making – Come celebrate 20 years of hilarious stop-motion comedy with Matt Senreich, Seth Green and special guests.  Get an inside peek at what it’s like to be a part of one of Adult Swim’s longest running, highly acclaimed shows. Thursday (7/24) at 7:15pm

Friday, 7/25/25

Adult Swim’s “Haha, You Clowns” Series Premiere Preview – We’re just over here trying to figure out how this dad got blessed with such great sons. Their mom would be very proud if she were alive, we can tell you that right now. Come get comfortable as we join Joe Cappa, creator of Adult Swim’s new series “Haha, You Clowns,” alongside EP Carl Faruolo and Adult Swim’s Vice President of Development Cameron Tang to hear all about these amazing boys and their father, watch a world premiere from the new season, and maybe- just maybe- shed a tear along the way. Friday (7/25) at 12pm, Indigo Ballroom at Hilton San Diego Bayfront 

Adult Swim’s “Rick and Morty” Season 8: The Panel – Ooh wee! After a two-year hiatus from Comic-Con, “Rick and Morty” is back with Season 8.  Join EPs Dan Harmon and Scott Marder and voice cast Harry Belden, Ian Cardoni, Sarah Chalke, Spencer Grammer, and Chris Parnell for a must-attend panel. This is your chance to hear breaking news, explore new dimensions, uncover hidden Easter eggs, and get answers to your burning questions about the latest episodes. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek into adventures that await in the “Rick and Morty” universe. Friday (7/25) at 1pm, Indigo Ballroom at Hilton San Diego Bayfront 

Adult Swim’s “SMILING FRIENDS” Season 3 Preview – The Smiling Friends are here to make you smile! Join co-creators Michael Cusack and Zach Hadel for a first look at Season 3. Pim, Charlie, Glep, Alan and Mr. Boss are embarking on new adventures with new clients. This panel is your chance to watch an exclusive sneak peek and get behind-the-scenes of the new season. Oh boy! Friday (7/25) at 2pm, Indigo Ballroom at Hilton San Diego Bayfront 

SOLAR OPPOSITES (20TH TELEVISION ANIMATION / HULU), 3:00-3:45 P.M., INDIGO ROOM 
The aliens are back—and somehow even more chaotic—as Solar Opposites heads into its final season! Join the cast and producers of Hulu’s hit animated series for an out-of-this-world panel at San Diego Comic-Con. Stars Thomas Middleditch, Mary Mack, Sean Giambrone and guest star Tiffany Haddish join executive producers Mike McMahan, Josh Bycel and Sydney Ryan for an exclusive look at what’s next for your favorite extraterrestrial family —from new misadventures on Earth to more mayhem in the Wall. Expect laughs, surprises and plenty of sci-fi absurdity.

KING OF THE HILL (20TH TELEVISION ANIMATION / HULU), 4:00-4:45 P.M., INDIGO ROOM 
The iconic animated series King of the Hill returns to San Diego Comic-Con for the world premiere of season 14, coming to Hulu this summer! It’s been 15 years since the last original episode of “King of the Hill” aired, and the Hill family and longtime friends are finally back: Arlen has changed; Hank and Peggy are now retired; and Bobby is all grown up. Hear all about this classic series when co-creators and executive producers Mike Judge (Hank Hill, Boomhauer) and Greg Daniels, as well as showrunner and executive producer Saladin Patterson, along with cast Pamela Adlon (Bobby Hill), Lauren Tom (Connie and Minh Souphanousinphone) and Toby Huss (Dale Gribble) come together for the world premiere of the King of  the Hill revival, ahead of its season premiere on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers on Monday, Aug. 4.

Adult Swim Presents: Live Table Reads – Brace yourself for an exclusive live table read with the voice casts from “Rick and Morty” and “SMILING FRIENDS” that’s equal parts chaotic, emotional, and probably the best thing you’ll ever witness. Friday (7/25) at 7:15pm

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