Adult Swim is back at San Diego Comic-Con, as if you ever had any doubts! This year, Adult Swim will once again engage fans over the course of four epic days with unique fan experiences, as well as celebrity filled signings and panels featuring series stars, creators and producers from popular network shows Robot Chicken, Aqua Teen Hunger Force Forever, Childrens Hospital, Mike Tyson Mysteries, Your Pretty Face Is Going To Hell, and Rick and Morty. Adult Swim stars and creators on hand include Mike Tyson, Seth Green, Dan Harmon, Justin Roiland, Dave Willis, Rob Corddry, Rob Huebel, Breckin Meyer, Casper Kelly, and many more.
While inside the convention center, fans can stop by the Adult Swim Booth (#3721), but make sure you stretch first! Get limbered up and come lob fishy fun sacks into our illuminated cat holes at the Feline Fun Hole Slide Mouth. Steady your trembling paws, and pray your sacrifice to our great glowing kitty doesn’t go unnoticed. If your aim is true she may cough up something beautiful and exciting.
Need some fresh air? Visit Adult Swim On The Green, located behind the convention center at Convention Way and 5th Ave Pier, Thursday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. A brand new experience for fans, Adult Swim activities will include the Carnival Midway, free nightly screenings, Rick and Morty spaceship sighting, and the Meatwad Full Dome Experience. All events are free with RSVP at http://www.adultswimpresents.com, 18+ and a convention badge is required.
The Carnival Midway offers fans a chance to play custom and classic carnival games to win tickets and redeem them for prizes. Games and booths include Smack Up My Uvula, Flunko, SkeeBalls, Dreadageddon, Put a Ring On It, Face Painting, and a live screen printed free t-shirt tent. Carnival hours are Thursday through Saturday from 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Nestled next to the Carnival will also be the quintessential return of the Meatwad Full Dome Experience, which debuted last year, and is returning for another year of intergalactic mind travel. Inside the 40-foot planetarium dome, fans will be taken on a 360-degree journey through space and time, guided by the familiar fast-food friend. The Dome will be open Thursday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
FishCenter and Toonami Pre-Flight will also be broadcasting live from inside the Meatwad Full Dome Experience. FishCenter Live will be in full swing Thursday and Friday from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. and Toonami Pre-Flight will broadcast on Saturday from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Tickets are required for FishCenter and Toonami and will be given away daily beginning at 9:30am at the Adult Swim On The Green ticketing booth.
Additionally, after the success of the Adult Swim Drive-In Screening in Los Angeles, we’re bringing fans another chance to check out what’s on the horizon for the network with free nightly screenings. Join us Thursday evening for Adult Swim Presents: Things You’ve Never/Rarely Seen for a night of specials, never-before-seen pilots, and an early look at Mike Tyson Mysteries, The Venture Bros., Squidbillies, and more. On Friday, we’re bringing you a preview of Rick and Morty season two and a live episode with show creators Dan Harmon and Justin Roiland. Saturday will be filled with unaired episodes of Aqua Teen Hunger Force Forever and Your Pretty Face Is Going to Hell along with a chance for fans to publicly mourn the end of Aqua Teen. Be sure to drop by with a blanket and cuddle up with Adult Swim on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights from 8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Last, but certainly not least, Rick and Morty crash land their spaceship at Comic-Con this year. Fans are invited to ogle and gawk at the crash site, as well as take photos to share with friends.
Below is a full list of Adult Swim panels and signings for Friday, July 10 – Sunday, July 12. Panels and signings, as well as talent scheduled to appear, are subject to change. For continuing information about Adult Swim’s plans at Comic-Con and to RSVP, please visit AdultSwimPresents.com.
ADULT SWIM PANELS
FRIDAY JULY 10th
Hilton Bayfront – Indigo Ballroom
Aqua Teen Hunger Force Forever & Your Pretty Face Is Going To Hell
12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Join us for a panel to celebrate the upcoming second season of Your Pretty Face Is Going To Hell and mourn the end of Aqua Teen Hunger Force Forever. Join Aqua Teen & Your Pretty Face co-creator Dave Willis (Squidbillies), Your Pretty Face co-creator Casper Kelly (Too Many Cooks), and Your Pretty Face cast members Henry Zebrowski (The Wolf of Wall Street), Craig Rowin (The Jack and Triumph Show), and Matt Servitto (Banshee) as they discuss office politics in Hell, reflect on 13 seasons of Aqua Teen, and show clips from both new seasons. Dana Snyder (Aqua Teen & Squidbillies) will moderate the panel and help you say your goodbyes to the longest-running Adult Swim original series.
Rick and Morty
1:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Executive producers Dan Harmon (Community) & Justin Roiland (Adventure Time), and writer/producer Ryan Ridley (Community) invite fans for a sneak peek of the upcoming second season, premiering July 26th on Adult Swim. Moderated by Brian Q. Quinn (Impractical Jokers).
Mike Tyson Mysteries
2:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
It was a unanimous victory last year but Iron Mike Tyson is taking on Comic-Con again and this rematch is sure to live up to all the hype. After a season of solving mysteries, the Mike Tyson Mystery Team will be back at it again with all-new episodes on Adult Swim this fall. Join series stars Mike Tyson, Rachel Ramras (MAD) and producer Hugh Davidson (The Looney Tunes Show) for a first look at the upcoming second season.
Robot Chicken
3:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Join co-creators/executive producers Seth Green and Matthew Senreich, executive producer / co-head writer Tom Root, and actor/writer Breckin Meyer as they discuss their Emmy-winning series, which returns for its eighth season this fall on Adult Swim. DC Entertainment chief creative officer Geoff Johns will also be joining the panel for an early look at the upcoming third Robot Chicken DC Comics Special.
SUNDAY JULY 12th
Convention Center – Room 25ABC
Childrens Hospital
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Adult Swim’s two-time Emmy®-winning live-action comedy returns to Comic-Con for a sixth year! Creator and star Rob Corddry (Hot Tub Time Machine) along with series star Rob Huebel, will convene for a lively (and medically accurate!) Q&A.
ADULT SWIM SIGNINGS
Tickets are required for all signings at the Adult Swim Booth (#3721). A limited number of tickets will be given out at the booth on the day-of. First come. First served.
Drawings for Warner Bros. signing tickets will be held on the morning of each signing in the Sails Pavilion. Attendees may start to line up for the limited ticket drawing when the doors open each morning.
FRIDAY, JULY 10th
5:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Mike Tyson Mysteries
Warner Bros. Booth #4545
SATURDAY, JULY 11th
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Aqua Teen Hunger Force Forever & Your Pretty Face Is Going to Hell
Adult Swim Booth #3721
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Rick and Morty
Adult Swim Booth #3721
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Robot Chicken
Adult Swim Booth #3721
SUNDAY JULY 12th
12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. Childrens Hospital
Warner Bros. Booth #4545
Adult Swim (AdultSwim.com), launched in 2001, is Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.’s network offering original and acquired animated and live-action series for young adults. Airing nightly from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. (ET/PT), Adult Swim is basic cable’s #1 network with persons 18-34 and 18-49, and is seen in 99 million U.S. homes.
Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., a Time Warner company, creates and programs branded news, entertainment, animation and young adult media environments on television and other platforms for consumers around the world.
Indian cinema often delivers stories that resonate on both emotional and visceral levels. Kill, a gripping action-romance now streaming on Amazon Prime, is no exception. Directed by Nikhil Nagesh Bhat, this high-octane thriller blends heart-wrenching emotion with relentless action, leaving viewers at the edge of their seats.
Set aboard a speeding train, Kill tells the story of Amrit (Lakshya), a loyal soldier returning home with a promise to reunite with his childhood love, Tulika (Tanya Maniktala). The couple’s tender, budding romance is the heart of the narrative, with scenes of their innocent exchanges juxtaposed against the chaos that soon engulfs them.
Their journey takes a dark turn when a gang of ruthless dacoits hijacks the train, intent on robbing and killing its passengers. What unfolds is a gripping battle for survival as Amrit transforms from a man in love to a one-man army, determined to protect Tulika and the innocent lives aboard.
The romance in Kill is as compelling as its action sequences. Amrit and Tulika’s relationship is characterized by a delicate vulnerability. Lakshya and Tanya Maniktala’s chemistry brings authenticity to their roles, making their love story feel real and raw. Their shared dreams of a future together contrast painfully with the brutal violence surrounding them, intensifying the emotional stakes.
The heartbreak lies in Amrit’s constant struggle to protect Tulika while confronting the fragility of their dreams in the face of overwhelming odds. The film poignantly captures how love can endure, even amidst devastation.
Lakshya delivers a career-defining performance as Amrit. Initially portrayed as a soft-spoken and unassuming soldier, his transformation into a relentless protector is both believable and inspiring. The action sequences are brutal and stylized, reminiscent of martial arts thrillers, but with a distinctly Indian flair. Amrit’s fight scenes are raw and unrelenting, embodying the desperation of a man with everything to lose.
The narrative subtly highlights themes of duty, sacrifice, and the lengths to which love can push a person. Amrit’s journey from a lover to a savior is as emotional as it is exhilarating, making him a hero worth rooting for.
The confined setting of a train amplifies the film’s tension, with claustrophobic corridors and dimly lit compartments serving as the perfect backdrop for the story’s chaos. Nikhil Nagesh Bhat’s direction ensures that every shot is purposeful, oscillating between tender romantic moments and pulse-pounding action. The cinematography and sound design heighten the stakes, immersing viewers in the characters’ perilous journey.
Kill masterfully balances romance and action, offering a visceral experience that tugs at the heartstrings while delivering adrenaline-pumping sequences. Lakshya’s standout performance and the film’s emotional depth make it a must-watch for fans of Indian cinema and action-thrillers alike.
Kill is more than just an action movie; it’s a testament to the power of love and the resilience of the human spirit. While its unflinching violence might not be for everyone, those willing to embrace its intensity will find a story that stays with them long after the credits roll. This film firmly establishes Nikhil Nagesh Bhat as a director to watch and leaves audiences eagerly anticipating what’s next for its talented cast.
Rating: 4.5/5 If you’re looking for a film that combines action, romance, and heart-pounding thrills, Kill is the perfect pick.
Violent Night (2022), starring David Harbour as a rugged, action hero Santa, delivers a wildly entertaining twist on holiday films. Combining dark humor, brutal action, and unexpected heart, the movie follows Santa as he defends a family held hostage on Christmas Eve. Harbor shines as a jaded yet surprisingly endearing Santa, bringing grit and charm to the role. The film’s blend of holiday magic and high-octane violence is reminiscent of Die Hard but with a festive twist.
Director Tommy Wirkola balances the chaotic fight scenes with moments of redemption and holiday spirit, creating a surprisingly satisfying narrative. While the film isn’t for traditionalists (its R-rating is well-earned), it’s perfect for fans of unconventional holiday fare.
Rating: 8/10: A bold, bloody, and refreshingly unique holiday film that’s destined to become a cult classic.
First aired in 1965, A Charlie Brown Christmas remains a timeless holiday classic that has captured the hearts of generations. Directed by Bill Melendez and based on Charles Schulz’s iconic Peanuts comic strip, this special blends simplicity, humor, and heartfelt messages in a way that few holiday films can match.
The story follows Charlie Brown, who feels disillusioned by the commercialism of Christmas. With encouragement from his friends (and a bit of sass from Lucy), he takes on the task of directing a Christmas play. Along the way, he discovers the true meaning of the holiday, culminating in Linus’s moving recitation of the Nativity story.
The film’s charm lies in its authenticity. The hand-drawn animation is modest yet endearing, the child voice actors bring an innocence that feels genuine, and Vince Guaraldi’s jazzy score—featuring “Linus and Lucy” and “Christmas Time is Here”—is nothing short of iconic. Its themes of community, humility, and spirituality resonate just as strongly today as they did nearly 60 years ago.
While its pacing may feel slow to modern audiences, this is part of its charm; it’s a gentle reminder to pause, reflect, and appreciate the quieter joys of the season.
This timeless special is a must-watch every holiday season. Its enduring message and heartwarming simplicity remind us that Christmas isn’t about materialism but about love, kindness, and togetherness.
Rating: 10/10: A perfect blend of nostalgia, heart, and holiday spirit. A Charlie Brown Christmas is not just a holiday classic but a cinematic treasure that embodies the true meaning of Christmas.
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