SDCC 2025: Disney Brings "Percy Jackson," "Alien: Earth," and More

We’re already deep into convention season, and you know what that means: San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) 2025 will soon be upon us. Global juggernaut Disney Entertainment Television has confirmed their downtown takeover with various activations. There will also be panels for shows like “Percy Jackson,” “Alien: Earth,” “King Of The Hill,” “Abbott Elementary,” and more!

Quinta Brunson on “Abbott Elementary” (Delicious Non-Sequitur Productions, 20th Television, Warner Bros. Television)

Some of these SDCC events are outside and open to the public beginning July 24th. Including:

“Abbott Elementary” – this hit ABC series will be welcomed back to SDCC with “A Very Abbott Block Party.” Attendees can enjoy authentic Philly water ice paired with waterfront views from a Ferris wheel.
“Alien: Earth” – FX’s upcoming show will be there to transport fans with an immersive experience on the Hilton Bayfront Lawn. Explore the mysterious wreckage of the USCSS Magino, complete with interactive thrills and never-before-seen aliens. During the day, this exhibit will be called “The Wreckage,” but once the sun goes down, it becomes the thrilling “The Wreckage: Code Red.”
“Percy Jackson & The Olympians” – with its 2nd season just around the corner, DET is inviting guests to peek at the world of Rick Riordan’s second novel, “Sea of Monsters.” Positioned at Fifth Ave and L St, this experience will give fans a chance to see through the mist. Telling them which of the gods they’ve been claimed by.
“King Of The Hill” – Hulu will be celebrating the upcoming August 4th release of this long-gestating reboot. The Convention Center in the Bayfront’s Parking Lot A will become the Hill’s backyard for a Texas-style BBQ. And where there is good food, there is fun, like lawn games, themed photo ops, and cold cans of Alamo (water).

Indoor DET SDCC Events Schedule:

Thursday, 7/24/25

“Percy Jackson & The Olympians” (11:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M., Hall H) – Get a first look at the highly anticipated 2nd season. Stars Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries, Aryan Simhadri, Charlie Bushnell, Dior Goodjohn, and Daniel Diemer will attend with executive producers Jon Steinberg, Craig Silverstein, and Dan Shotz. This panel will be moderated by guest star Timothy Simons.

Friday, 7/25/25

“Phineas and Ferb” (11:00-11:45 A.M., Indigo Room) – co-creators Dan Povenmire and Swampy Marsh will reunite with cast members Vincent Martella, David Errigo Jr., Ashley Tisdale, Dee Bradley Baker, and Alyson Stoner. The group will look at the brand-new season of the Disney series. This will be the show’s first appearance at SDCC in over a decade, so expect some exclusive sneak peeks and surprises.
“Alien: Earth” (1:25-2:50 P.M., Hall H) – Enjoy the FX series world premiere and Q&A. Hosted by creator Noah Hawley, executive producer David W. Zucker, and the cast of this highly anticipated sci-fi horror series based on the acclaimed franchise.
“Solar Opposites” (3:00-3:45 P.M., Indigo Room) – Join stars Thomas Middleditch, Mary Mack, Sean Giambrone, and guest star Tiffany Haddish with executive producers Mike McMahan, Josh Bycel, and Sydney Ryan for an exclusive look at the show’s final season.
“King of The Hill” (4:00-4:45 P.M., Indigo Room) – Co-creators and executive producers Mike Judge (Hank Hill, Boomhauer) and Greg Daniels, showrunner and executive producer Saladin Patterson, with cast Pamela Adlon (Bobby Hill), Lauren Tom (Connie and Minh Souphanousinphone), and Toby Huss (Dale Gribble) will host the world premiere of the revival.

Saturday, 7/26/25

“Bob’s Burgers” (10:00-10:45 A.M., Ballroom 20) – Creator and executive producer Loren Bouchard and supervising director Bernard Derriman will announce news about the upcoming 300th episode. They will be joined by cast members H. Jon Benjamin, John Roberts, Kristen Schaal, Eugene Mirman, Dan Mintz, and Larry Murphy. There will also be exclusive sneak peeks, a panel discussion, and audience Q&A.
“Futurama” (11:00-11:45 A.M., Ballroom 20) – animation legend Matt Groening will share never-before-seen footage of the upcoming season. He will be joined by David X. Cohen, executive producers Claudia Katz and Ken Keeler, supervising director Peter Avanzino, moderator Lee Supercinski, and cast Billy West, Lauren Tom, Phil LaMarr, David Herman, and Maurice LaMarche.
“Abbott Elementary” (11:15 A.M.-12:15 P.M., Indigo Room) – This will be a screening of a fan favorite episode from season 4. Hosted by creator and star Quinta Brunson, and cast Tyler James Williams, Janelle James, Chris Perfetti, Lisa Ann Walter, William Stanford Davis, and Sheryl Lee Ralph, with executive producers Patrick Schumacker, Randall Einhorn, and Brian Rubenstein.
“The Simpsons” (11:45 A.M.-12:30 P.M., Ballroom 20) – Creator Matt Groening, writers Matt Selman and Mike Price, director Matt Faughnan, consulting producer/director David Silverman, and surprise guest stars host an exclusive sneak preview of season 37.
“The Rookie” (12:30-1:30 P.M., Indigo Room) – Executive producer and star Nathan Fillion, creator and executive producer Alexi Hawley, give audiences a behind-the-scenes look at fan-favorite moments. They will even tease new storylines for the upcoming season with a special sneak preview.
“American Dad!” (12:45-1:30 P.M., Ballroom 20) – Stars Wendy Schaal, Scott Grimes, Dee Bradley Baker, and Jeff Fischer, alongside executive producers Matt Weitzman and Kara Vallow, and writer Nic Wegener, host an unfiltered look at behind-the-scenes antics and fan-favorite moments. Plus, a sneak peek at the upcoming 20th season.
“Family Guy” (1:30-2:15 P.M., Ballroom 20) – Stars Alex Borstein, Seth Green, Jennifer Tilly, and Mike Henry will host with executive producers Alec Sulkin and Kara Vallow. Giving an inside look at what’s coming next.
“Paradise” (1:45-2:45 P.M., Indigo Room) – Star and executive producer Sterling K. Brown and creator and executive producer Dan Fogelman celebrate and reflect on the first season of the Hulu series. Alongside teasing what’s coming up for season 2.