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New York Comic Con 2025 wrapped its third day with a treasure trove of announcements that left fans buzzing about the future of comics, television, and film. From surprise MCU star appearances to major publishing reveals and exclusive trailer drops, the four-day event at the Javits Center proved once again why it remains one of the most anticipated pop culture gatherings of the year.
Marvel Steals the Show with MCU Surprise Guests
The Marvel Television panel became the talk of NYCC 2025 when it featured unexpected appearances from some of the MCU’s biggest names. Paul Bettany surprised attendees for Vision Quest (now officially confirmed as the show’s title), while Wonder Man brought out Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Sir Ben Kingsley. The Daredevil: Born Again segment featured Charlie Cox and Krysten Ritter, sending fans into a frenzy about the return of Jessica Jones to the MCU.
Lee Pace also made a surprise appearance to discuss his role as the newest star of Prime Video’s Invincible, adding to the excitement surrounding the animated series’ upcoming fourth season.
DC Comics Announces Bold New Direction
DC Comics made waves with its “Vertigo: We’re Back” panel, signaling a revival of mature storytelling that the imprint was famous for. The publisher also revealed new comic book series launching in 2026 featuring Batwoman, Lobo, and other characters taking DC “to the Next Level.”
Among the more surprising announcements was news involving DC’s Swamp Thing in an unexpected narrative direction, showcasing the publisher’s willingness to take creative risks with its established characters.
Marvel Comics Drops Multiple Bombshells
Marvel Comics had plenty to announce beyond the MCU. The publisher revealed plans to shutter its best-selling Ultimate Universe in April 2026, promising fans this closure is definitive. However, Marvel also teased a 20+ year old Spider-Man comic by Jeph Loeb and J. Scott Campbell that remains locked away “until the time is right.”
Other major Marvel Comics announcements included Cyclops receiving his first solo series in a decade, while Spider-Man and Venom will clash in an upcoming crossover event titled Death Spiral. The 2026 Marvel event Queen in Black will feature an unlikely pairing of Venom villain Knull and Thor villain Hela.
Film and Television Trailers Dominate
NYCC 2025 delivered an impressive lineup of exclusive trailers and first looks. Among the highlights were Predator: Badlands, The Vampire: Lestat, and footage from Alan Ritchson’s Playdate. Marvel’s Wonder Man received its first proper trailer, while Invincible Season 4 teased what’s coming in 2026.
Chris Pratt’s Mercy and the magic-heist sequel Now You See Me Now You Don’t also debuted footage, giving fans glimpses of major theatrical releases scheduled for 2026.
Star Wars Expands Its Literary Universe
Lucasfilm Publishing announced Star Wars: Legacy, a new novel by Madeleine Roux following Rey and her master Leia Organa on a quest to repair the Skywalker lightsaber. Set between The Rise of Skywalker and The Last Jedi, the book represents Star Wars’ first official romance novel and is scheduled for release on July 28, 2026.
The panel also revealed Star Wars: Eyes Like Stars and teased upcoming concept art collections, comics, and other publishing projects spanning the galaxy far, far away.
Looking Ahead to NYCC’s 20th Anniversary
As NYCC 2025 winds down, organizers have already announced dates for next year’s milestone 20th anniversary celebration: October 8-11, 2026. The convention promises “bigger surprises, bigger celebrations, bigger programming” for the landmark event.
With over 50 panels attended by press, 30+ celebrity interviews conducted, and 24 major panels livestreamed to audiences worldwide, NYCC 2025 demonstrated the enduring power of fan conventions to generate excitement and break news across the entertainment industry.
Sources:
[1] https://www.thepopverse.com/live-nycc-2025-best-panels-booths-guests-news-features
[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CVIO2DK5wE
[3] https://www.starwars.com/news/nycc-2025-lucasfilm-publishing-reveals
[4] https://www.newyorkcomiccon.com/en-us.html
[5] https://www.brooklynvegan.com/new-york-comic-con-2025-in-pics-cosplay-post-malone-more/