New York Comic-Con 2017 is almost here, and companies are already revealing their schedules for panels, signings and a lot more. DC Comics is no exception, and looks to bring a lot of eyes on its comic books this fall with two major events going on.
Dark Nights: Metal and DC Doomsday Clock are the two stories that will shape the DC Comics universe for years to come. Fans can get all the information on both events from the creators themselves.
If you’re attending NYCC 2017 be on the lookout for these panels featuring DC Comics talent.
THURSDAY OCT. 6
DC’s Meet the Publishers - 1:30 p.m. Room 1A21
Kick off the con with DC publishers Jim Lee and Dan DiDio for DC's Meet the Publishers panel. Be there to hear breaking news and some of the biggest con announcements straight from the publishers, along with an inside scoop on the New Age of DC Heroes, DC Universe, Vertigo, DC’s Young Animal, MAD and more.
The Return of Milestone's Dakota Universe and the Launch of Earth M - 4 p.m., Room 1A21
The panel will include producer/director Reginald Hudlin and Milestone Media’s co-founders Denys Cowan and Derek Dingle, who will discuss the debut of Earth M, along with Kyle Baker, Ken Lashley, Alice Randall, Greg Pak and DC Publisher Jim Lee. Special guest Robert Kirkman will also be on hand to get fans reacquainted with the heroes of the Dakota-verse, with an inside look at an episode of Kirkman’s upcoming AMC documentary series, Robert Kirkman’s Secret History of Comics, spotlighting Milestone and its impact on comic book storytelling.
FRIDAY OCT. 7
DC Metal/New Age of DC Heroes - 2:45 p.m., Room 1A21
Currently, the entirety of the DCU is dealing with the league of evil Batmen in the pages of the DC Metal event. The creative team of Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo will talk about all things Metal.
Writers Steve Orlando, Justin Jordan, Frank Tieri, James Tynion IV, Robert Venditti and Joshua Williamson will discuss not only the secrets of the Dark Multiverse, but some of the all-new heroes spinning out of the event.
DC Doomsday Clock - 6 p.m. Main Stage
The Watchmen and DC Comics Universes are about to clash, and the creative team of Geoff Johns and Gary Frank will peel back the curtain on this 12-issue series. Those who attend will get to see the first pages from the event comic before its Nov. 22 release.
If you can’t make the show, the panel will be streamed on DC Comics’ YouTube channel and Facebook page.
SATURDAY OCT. 8
DC Vertigo/DC’s Young Animal - 12:15 p.m. Room 1A24
Featuring John Ridley, Nick Derington, Steve Orlando, Riley Rossmo, Tim Seeley, Si Spurrier, Magdalene Visaggio, Joshua Williamson and more, this panel will explore some of the most revolutionary titles in comics today.
DC Batman - 1:30 p.m. Room 1A06
The Dark Knight returns to Gotham City for the DC Batman panel. With a lineup of Bat-talent including Tom King, Cully Hamner, Sean Gordon Murphy, Tony Patrick, Scott Snyder and James Tynion IV, find out why the iconic superhero is hotter than ever and see what’s in store for the World’s Greatest Detective.
DC Master Class - 5:15 p.m., Room 1A24
Comics fans will witness industry legends discussing their newest projects for DC at the DC Master Class panel. DC Publisher Dan DiDio hosts an informal discussion with fan-favorite visual storytellers Andy Kubert, Tony S. Daniel, Greg Capullo, Jim Lee and John Romita Jr.
SUNDAY OCT. 9
DC Universe - 11 a.m. Room 1A24
Home to the most iconic characters and pop culture history, the DC Universe has been restored with hope and optimism, engaging storylines and dynamic characters. At the DC Universe panel, discover what’s to come with the writers and artists bringing these celebrated characters to life, including Mirka Andolfo, Juan Ferreyra, Jorge Jimenez, Emanuela Lupacchino, Steve Orlando, Tim Seeley, Dan Sampere and more.
Sunday Conversation with Dan DiDio - 2:45 p.m. Room 1A21
Led by DiDio, get an inside look at how some of DC’s biggest names, including Cecil Castellucci, Keith Giffen, Yanick Paquette, Benjamin Percy, John Semper Jr., Rob Williams and Joshua Williamson, broke into comics to create new adventures for DC’s iconic heroes.
