Just on the cusp of releasing a few amazing character posters of everyone’s favorite fantasy novels turned video games, now turned Netflix series, the streaming giant’s sci-fi and fantasy line-up NX is going full sword and sorcery at this year’s San Diego Comic Con.
Not only will The Witcher have a panel at SDCC’s Hall H, but the visually stunning The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance will be having its own panel! Whether you’re a fan of magically mutated, monster hunters or the timeless creations of Jim Henson, Netflix is hosting the ultimate high fantasy experience.
The Witcher
Plot: “Based on the best-selling fantasy series of books, THE WITCHER is an epic tale of fate and family. Be among the first to get the exclusive scoop on the highly anticipated new Netflix original series centering around famed monster hunter, Geralt of Rivia [Henry Cavill]. Be introduced to the world of The Continent, where humans, elves, witchers, gnomes, and monsters battle to survive and thrive, and where good and evil is not easily identified.”
Time: 2:15PM – 3:00PM, Friday, July 19th.
Location: Hall H
The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance
Plot: “Netflix presents an exclusive sneak peek at the highly-anticipated fantasy series, THE DARK CRYSTAL: AGE OF RESISTANCE, based on Jim Henson’s groundbreaking 1982 feature film, THE DARK CRYSTAL. In this stunning new prequel, three Gelfling discover the horrifying secret behind the Skeksis’ power, and set out on an epic journey to ignite the fires of rebellion and save their world. Realized using classic puppetry with cutting edge visual effects, the cast and creators discuss all of your burning questions about bringing Thra to life.”
The cast of the series includes: Taron Egerton, Mark Hamill, Ana-Joy Taylor, Nathalie Emmanuel, Natalie Dormer, Mark Strong, Lena Headey, Alicia Vikander, Eddie Izzard, Toby Jones, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Helena Bonham-Carter, Simon Pegg, Awkwafina, Jason Isaacs, Keegan-Michael Key, Benedict Wong, Andy Samberg, Harvey Firestein, and Sigourney Weaver.
Time: 3:30-5:15, Friday, July 19th
Location: Hall H