Comic Con 2023: Full Access to Main Stage Panels Online
The digital age of conventions is here, and New York Comic Con 2023 is taking things up a notch. This year, Comic Con will be livestreaming its headline panels for free during the entire four-day event, making the magic of the con accessible to fans worldwide.
Opening the gates: NYCC’s partnership with Paragon Creative Agency
For the first time, ReedPop, the company behind NYCC, is teaming up with Paragon Creative Agency—the same studio responsible for the Grammys livestream. This collaboration promises to deliver a seamless experience for viewers, whether they are watching on the Popverse, YouTube, or through various partnered social channels.
Dates and highlights: What to expect each day
Taking place in person at the Javits Center from October 17-20, Comic Con’s lineup is brimming with exciting content. Here’s a rundown of the panels set to be livestreamed:
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Adult Swim’s “Rick and Morty” Season Eight Sneak Peek
- Thursday, October 17, 4:45 PM
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“Outlander” Season Seven Part Two Preview
- Thursday, October 17, 6:30 PM
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Bear McCreary: Musical World-Building
- Friday, October 18, 2:30 PM
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Nickelodeon’s “SpongeBob SquarePants” 25th Anniversary Celebration
- Friday, October 18, 11:00 AM
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“The Simpsons”
- Saturday, October 19, 11:30 AM
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Max Original Animation Presents: “Creature Commandos”
- Saturday, October 19, 4:45 PM
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Fox Entertainment Presents “Grimsburg”
- Sunday, October 20, 12:45 PM
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Goosebumps: New Mysteries, New Cast, Same Thrills
- Sunday, October 20, 2:30 PM
Where to watch: Tune in from anywhere
Viewers can access these panels via two concurrent streams broadcasting from both the Main and Empire stages. These will be available on Popverse, ReedPop’s YouTube pages, NYCC’s social channels, as well as a number of media partner platforms such as Screenrant, Collider, CBR, The Illuminerdi, and Nerdist.
For those who can’t catch the live sessions, Popverse members will have on-demand access to rewatch their favorite panels and relive iconic moments from past ReedPop conventions through a special archive.
A star-studded lineup: Who will be there
NYCC 2023 is not just about the panels; the attendee list is equally impressive with stars from various genres and franchises. Expect to see:
- Paul Bettany
- Josh Brolin
- Hayley Atwell
- Matt Smith
- Marisa Tomei
- Tom Glynn-Carney
Additionally, fans will be delighted to see Kevin Smith and Jason Mewes from “Clerks,” alongside cast members from “Starship Troopers,” “Shameless,” and “Futurama.”
Behind the scenes: The making of an immersive experience
“We’re thrilled to be working with Paragon Creative Agency to bring NYCC’s highly-anticipated programming to fans globally,” noted ReedPop’s comics portfolio vice president. “This partnership allows us to uplevel our streaming experience and continue honoring our commitment to amplify fandom globally.”
The co-founders of Paragon Creative Agency added, “We are proud to lend our expertise to amplify the legacy of NYCC and its partner’s content for the first time ever to a global audience. We have really exciting plans in store that will deliver content to fandoms worldwide through strategic media partnerships and a vast, relevant network of co-streamers, something that’s never been done before for NYCC.”
Final thoughts
New York Comic Con 2023 is setting a new standard for how conventions can be experienced in the digital age. With a robust lineup and seamless access for global fans, this year’s event is poised to be unforgettable. Whether you are attending in person at the Javits Center or streaming from the comfort of your home, the spirit of Comic Con will be just a click away.
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