It really has been quite the wondrous time to be a horror fan, and a fan of Anne Rice’s Immortal Universe. After all, 2023 brought forth an amazing and refreshing adaptation of Mayfair Witches, and season two of Interview with the Vampire, took this story and this creature to new heights. By exploring elements that horror rarely explores and adding new and tragic depth to the vampire mythos and this universe… is just getting started. After all, the Talamasca are getting their own show, and Mayfair Witches and Interview with the Vampire have bold new seasons on the way. In fact, there’s so much to look forward to, that AMC Networks thought San Diego Comic was the right time to offer up a sampling of things to come.
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For earlier today, AMC offered up a delicious teaser for season three of Vampire, alongside a blooper reel for season two, because everyone enjoys seeing cast members of powerful shows have fun in making their incredible art. Plus, fans were treated to a teaser for season two of Mayfair Witches, and some first-look photos and headshots of new cast members from the show. Which is a lot to provide us with, and we are of course, thankful to AMC for giving us so much to look forward to, and for sharing those gifts with us, so we can share them with all of you. So, without further ado, here is everything that AMC released today from these incredible shows, as we wait patiently for more amazing storytelling from a universe that truly captivates us like no other.

‘Today, AMC Networks’ Anne Rice Immortal Universe invaded Comic-Con International’s Ballroom 20 with entertaining panels for Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire and Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches, moderated by TV Guide’s Damian Holbrook.
 
For Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire, panelists included Mark Johnson, who oversees the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, Showrunner and Executive Producer Rolin Jones, Production Designer Mara LePere-Schloop, Composer Daniel Hart and cast members Sam Reid, Assad Zaman and Delainey Hayles, who discussed the series’ explosive second season and teased the recently announced third season. Attendees were given an exclusive first look at season three, along with a blooper reel revealing a peek behind the scenes filming season two.

Immediately following, the Mayfair Witches cast and creatives, including Johnson, Showrunner Esta Spalding and cast members Alexandra Daddario, Harry Hamlin, Tongayi Chirisa, Ben Feldman and Alyssa Jirrels discussed the highly anticipated second season, returning early next year, and revealed the first season two teaser, casting news and first look images.

Mayfair Witches season two casting announcements include:

• Callan McAuliffe (The Duel), in the role of “Abel Mayfair”
• Franka Potente (Run Lola Run, The Bourne Identity), in the role of “Annamieke”
• Ian Pirie (Halo, The English), in the role of “Ian Mayfair”

 
Over two seasons, Interview with the Vampire has attracted a loyal base of passionate fans and widespread critical acclaim, with the rare distinction of receiving 98-point scores for both its first and second seasons on Rotten Tomatoes. In season two, in the year 2022, the vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac (Anderson) recounts his life story to journalist Daniel Molloy (Eric Bogosian). Picking up from the bloody events in New Orleans in 1940 when Louis and teen fledgling Claudia (Hayles) conspired to kill the Vampire Lestat de Lioncourt (Reid), Louis tells of his adventures in Europe, a quest to discover Old World Vampires and the Theatre Des Vampires in Paris, with Claudia, and it is in Paris that Louis first meets the Vampire Armand (Zaman).
 
Based on Anne Rice’s Lives of the Mayfair Witches, season two of Mayfair Witches continues the journey of Rowan Mayfair (Daddario) after she has unwittingly given birth to the demon Lasher (Jack Huston). She is determined to understand what he has become – human or monster? – and to use him to fulfill her purpose as a healer, but when tragedy strikes, she must put aside her own desires and fight to protect her family.’

Truly, the Apple TV+ series, Silo, was an absolute breath of fresh when it debuted on the network last year. For this was that outlier dystopia story. One that properly blended real-world concerns together with a plot and a setting that felt natural and possible. Not to mention, it harbored an amazing cast, an equally as amazing mystery, and it was so well written and so outright incredible, that it quickly became a runaway hit. One that garnered a second season that we only know a little of. Simply because the team behind the show has been hard at work getting the show together after strike delays.
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But at long last, we now know more about the show, courtesy of San Diego Comic Con. For earlier today, cast members Rebecca Ferguson, Common, show creator Graham Yost and writer of the original novel Hugh Howey appeared on stage at SDCC, with special guest and season two cast member Steve Zahn, to discuss all things Silo, and reveal that November 15th will be the show’s season two premiere date. Alongside dropping some first look photos from season two and well, since you’re a fan and want to know more… here are all the details on this news and those photos, to help you count down the days until season two arrives.

‘Today at San Diego Comic-Con, Apple TV+ announced that its acclaimed global hit, world-building drama “Silo” will return for its second season on Friday, November 15, and that Steve Zahn (“White Lotus”), will join the cast for season two. The news was unveiled during a special fan panel and conversation featuring series star and executive producer Rebecca Ferguson, star Common, creator and showrunner Graham Yost and executive producer Hugh Howey, as well as a special, surprise appearance by Zahn. The 10-episode season of “Silo” will premiere globally on Apple TV+ with the first episode, followed by one new episode every Friday through January 17, 2025.
 
Based on Howey’s New York Times bestselling trilogy “Wool,” “Silo” is the story of the last ten thousand people on earth, their mile-deep home protecting them from the toxic and deadly world outside. However, no one knows when or why the silo was built and those who try to find out face fatal consequences. Ferguson stars as Juliette, an engineer, who seeks answers about a loved one's murder and tumbles onto a mystery that goes far deeper than she could have ever imagined, leading her to discover that if the lies don't kill you, the truth will. 
 
In addition to Ferguson, Common and Zahn, “Silo” season two stars Tim Robbins, Harriet Walter, Chinaza Uche, Avi Nash, Alexandria Riley, Shane McCrae, Remmie Milner, Clare Perkins, Billy Postlethwaite, Rick Gomez, Caitlin Zoz, Tanya Moodie, and Iain Glen.
 
The complete first season of “Silo” is now streaming globally on Apple TV+.
 
“Silo” is produced for Apple TV+ by Apple Studios. The series is executive produced by Yost, Michael Dinner, Nina Jack, Joanna Thapa, Ferguson, Morten Tyldum, Howey, Fred Golan, Rémi Aubuchon and AMC Studios.
 
Apple TV+ offers premium, compelling drama and comedy series, feature films, groundbreaking documentaries, and kids and family entertainment, and is available to watch across all your favorite screens. After its launch on November 1, 2019, Apple TV+ became the first all-original streaming service to launch around the world, and has premiered more original hits and received more award recognitions faster than any other streaming service in its debut. To date, Apple Original films, documentaries and series have earned 500 wins and 2,285 award nominations and counting, including multi-Emmy Award-winning comedy “Ted Lasso” and historic Oscar Best Picture winner “CODA.”
 
About Apple TV+
Apple TV+ is available on the Apple TV app in over 100 countries and regions, on over 1 billion screens, including iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro, Mac, popular smart TVs from Samsung, LG, Sony, VIZIO, TCL and others, Roku and Amazon Fire TV devices, Chromecast with Google TV, PlayStation and Xbox gaming consoles, and at tv.apple.com, for $9.99 per month with a seven-day free trial. For a limited time, customers who purchase and activate a new iPhone, iPad, Apple TV or Mac can enjoy three months of Apple TV+ for free.*
 
For more information, visit apple.com/tvpr and see the full list of supported devices.’

Over the course of the past few days, we’ve talked at length about how San Diego Comic Con is something of a godsend for all the nerds that geek in the world. Because of the immersive experience it provides fans with, the sense of camaraderie it provides and of course, the amazing news and reveals that come from networks and studios. For SDCC is the biggest stage convention wise, and the perfect place to just let all the fans in attendance know of wonders ahead for their favorite franchises and this is of note, because today, The Walking Dead Universe unloaded a few bombshells regarding season two of Daryl Dixon – The Book of Carol, and beyond.
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First by offering up one incredible trailer for the fans to enjoy. One that sets the stage for an epic second season and an amazing reunion between two of the greatest besties to ever grace fiction, and there were more treats that came forth. Such as more first look photos from season two of the show and… the magnificent announcement that season three of the show has been greenlit and will film in Spain and well, to properly celebrate what we learned today, here are all of those gifts from AMC, to prepare you for season two of this beloved and magnificent series.

‘Today, The Walking Dead Universe took over Comic-Con International’s Hall H for a panel on the highly anticipated premiere of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon – The Book of Carol, which debuts Sunday, September 29 at 9pm ET on AMC and AMC+. Moderated by Chris Hardwick, the panel featured Showrunner and Executive Producer David Zabel, Executive Producer and Director Greg Nicotero, Executive Producers and Stars Norman Reedus and Melissa McBride and Cast Member Louis Puech Scigliuzzi, who gave attendees an official first look at the season two trailer and announced the series’ renewal for third season to be produced and set in Spain. New season two images were also released.
 
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon – The Book of Carol picks up where season one left off, following fan-favorite characters Daryl Dixon (Reedus) and Carol Peletier (McBride). They both confront old demons while she fights to find her friend and he struggles with his decision to stay in France, causing tension at the Nest. Additionally, Genet (Anne Charrier)’s movement builds momentum, setting Pouvoir on a violent collision course with the Union of Hope in the fight for France's future.’

Today at Comic-Con International, AMC Networks announced that The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon has been renewed for a third season that will be produced and set in Spain. Production of season three will begin next month and be based in Madrid, with extensive location shooting planned in the Galicia, Aragon, Catalonia and Valencia regions.
 
The announcement came during the show’s standing-room-only session in Hall H, attended by series stars and executive producers Norman Reedus and Melissa McBride, cast member Louis Puech Scigliuzzi, showrunner David Zabel and executive producer and director Greg Nicotero.
 
Season three tracks Carol (McBride) and Daryl (Reedus) as they continue their journey towards home and the ones they love. As they struggle to find their way back, the path takes them farther astray, leading them through distant lands with ever-changing and unfamiliar conditions as they witness the various effects of the Walker apocalypse.
 
“We are so proud of these shows and incredibly grateful for the way this new chapter in The Walking Dead Universe has been embraced by the fans,” said Dan McDermott, president of entertainment and AMC Studios for AMC Networks. “Sending Daryl, and then Carol, to France was such an inspired and visually striking move for this franchise, a chance to do something truly different. We can’t wait to continue the travels of this iconic duo with a third season produced and set in Spain, another beautiful country with a passionate TWD fanbase that is already buzzing with anticipation.”
 
Reedus said: “I couldn’t be more thrilled to announce a third season and to be working side by side with the brilliant Melissa McBride. Season two is some of my favorite storytelling of this series. Watching Melissa shine along with our brilliant cast and crew has been one of my fondest memories playing this character. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did making it and we can’t wait to keep the story going.”
 
McBride said: “I’m really appreciating the new challenges for Daryl and Carol being so far from all they’ve ever known… what it means for them, what it brings for each of them, apart and together. There’s still so much ahead to unpack in France for the coming season two, and a breathtaking finale. And now Spain! I already know that David Zabel’s storytelling is making the most of all that is so beautiful and unique to Spain. We start shooting there in just a few weeks… such excitement looking forward!”
 
Said Scott M. Gimple, chief content officer for The Walking Dead Universe: “France made Daryl and Carol’s story into an epic poem with what we found there. What’s to come in Spain may even surpass it — and we’re so damn happy to bring the audience more of the Terrific Two alongside new compelling characters, in a yet unseen, beautiful, horrific corner of their broken world.”
 
Zabel said: “We are all very excited to continue the epic and intimate story of these two friends Daryl and Carol trying to get back home. Exploring new spectacular European settings, we look forward to dramatizing the ways in which the Walker apocalypse has done to Spain what it did to France.”
 
Season two of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon, The Book of Carol will premiere on AMC and AMC+ on September 29. When season one premiered in late 2023, it quickly became the #1 most-viewed premiere of all time on AMC+, the most-viewed season of any show in the history of AMC+ and a top acquisition driver in both the U.S. and Spain. It has only been eclipsed by The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live in those categories.
 
About AMC Networks
AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world. The company creates and curates celebrated series and films across distinct brands and makes them available to audiences everywhere. Its portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA (operated through a joint venture with BBC Studios, which includes U.S. distribution and sales responsibilities for BBC News), IFC, SundanceTV and We TV; and film distribution labels IFC Films and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, its in-house studio, production and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe; and AMC Networks International, its international programming business.

Truly, The Walking Dead: Dead City, was one of the most refreshing zombie stories to hit the airwaves in years for several reasons. For starters, it took us into the heart of a Manhattan ruled by the living dead, something that really hasn’t ever been seen in zombie themed fiction and it of course, brought forth a complex next chapter for two beloved characters in the franchise. Wherein Maggie and Negan had to face their complicated and brutal past and find a way to forge ahead and question… if real change is possible for people. A question that led to an amazing cliffhanger that we’ve been eager to see resolved.
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But alas, we must wait until next year for that to happen. But thankfully, we have our first real taste of what we can expect from season two of this magnificent show. For earlier today at San Diego Comic Con, AMC Networks unveiled quite the epic first look at season two of this show. One that included a fantastic teaser trailer, the announcement of four new cast members, alongside some first-look photos and details on this new season. All of which we will share with you now. Because you’re as hungry as a walker for news regarding this show and it would be cruel to make you wait any longer.

'Today, AMC Networks’ The Walking Dead Universe returned to Comic-Con International’s Hall H with a star-studded panel for The Walking Dead: Dead City, moderated by Chris Hardwick. Executive Producer Eli Jorné, Executive Producers and Stars Lauren Cohan and Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and Cast Members Gaius Charles and Željko Ivanek surprised fans with an exclusive new teaser and casting announcements for season two, which returns to AMC and AMC+ next year. New images from the series were also released.
 
Season Two casting announcements include:

• Keir Gilchrist (Atypical, It Follows), in the role of “Benjamin Pierce”
• Dascha Polanco (Orange Is the New Black, Poker Face), in the role of “Major Lucia Narvaez”
• Jake Weary (Oh, Canada, How to Blow Up a Pipeline), in the role of “Christos”
• Pooya Mohseni (Law & Order: SVU, See You Then), in the role of “Roksana”

 
The Walking Dead: Dead City follows fan-favorite characters Maggie (Cohan) and Negan (Morgan) as they travel into a post-apocalyptic Manhattan, long ago cut off from the mainland. The crumbling city is filled with the dead and denizens who have made New York City their own world full of anarchy, danger, beauty, and terror. In season two, in the growing war for control of Manhattan, Maggie and Negan find themselves trapped on opposite sides. As their paths intertwine, they come to see that the way out for both is more complicated and harrowing than they ever imagined.'

It really is quite amazing how immersive a comic convention can be. Because not only are you amongst friends and people of like mindedness, but you’re surrounded by the stories you love and that lets you get lost and enjoy the moment and just immerse yourself in a nerdy world of joy. But these days, conventions are taking that one step further. By doing their best to truly make you part of the world you adore and for proof… well then look no further than what Peacock did today at San Diego Comic Con.
 
For not only did they take the time to host a panel with the cast and director/executive producer of Those About to Die, but they also debuted an amazing behind the scenes reel for fans to enjoy, alongside… an immersive experience. Courtesy of a tiny Circus Maximus activation where fans were able to, and still can, race chariots in their own special way, and today, the cast of the show dropped by to check it out and help in the fun. All of which just speaks to an incredible immersive experience at SDCC, one that really did allow for fans to live in this Roman world, and soon… they can enjoy the legacy of Rome at the activation as well. 
 
Courtesy of a viewing party of the Opening Ceremonies at the activation center and well, to help you experience that firsthand and understand what an amazing day Peacock put together for the fans, here are all the details on the activation, the viewing party, photos from the panel and activation and that behind the scenes featurette… to help immerse you in the wonder of Ancient Rome courtesy of Those About to Die.
 
‘The Those About to Die panel treated fans to a never before seen behind-the-scenes featurette and conversation moderated by Collider's Perri Nemiroff, featruring director/executive producer Roland Emmerich and stars Iwan Rheon, Sara Martins, Moe Hashim, Jojo Macari, Dimitri Leonidas and Gabriella Pession. The group revealed everything that went into making this gladiator epic, from the stunts for the action-packed fight scenes to the VFX and production design that brought Ancient Rome to life.
 
The cast and creatives behind Those About to Die were able to immerse themselves in the glory of Ancient Rome as they experienced the THOSE ABOUT TO DIE: THE CHARIOT RACE activation this morning. The activation is located at 170 Sixth Avenue right in the heart of the Gaslamp District and will be open for the full duration of Comic-Con. Tomorrow morning, Friday (7/26), Peacock and NBC will live stream the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony at the activation from 10:30am PT - 3pm PT. 

THOSE ABOUT TO DIE is an epic drama set in the corrupt world of the spectacle-driven gladiatorial competition, exploring a side of ancient Rome never before told — the dirty business of entertaining the masses, giving the mob what they want most…blood and sport. The series introduces an ensemble of characters from all corners of the Roman Empire who collide at the explosive intersection of sports, politics, and dynasties.

Premiere Date/Rollout: July 18, 2024 (All episodes)
Directors: Roland Emmerich (Ep 101, 102, 103, 109, 110), Marco Kreuzpaintner (Ep 104, 105, 106, 107, 108)
Created by: Robert Rodat (Wrote Ep 101, 102, 103, 109, 110)
Executive Producers: Roland Emmerich, Harald Kloser, Gianni Nunnari, Robert Rodat, Stuart Ford, Lourdes Diaz, Miguel A. Palos Jr., Marco Kreuzpaintner, Herbert G. Kloiber, Martin Moszkowicz, Oliver Berben, Jonas Bauer, Charles Holland, Namit Malhotra. 
Cast: Anthony Hopkins, Iwan Rheon, Sara Martins, Tom Hughes, Jojo Macari, Moe Hashim, Johannes Haukur Johannesson, Rupert Penry-Jones, Gabriella Pession, Dimitri Leonidas, Emilio Sakraya, David Wurawa, Pepe Barroso, Gonçalo Almeida, Eneko Sagardoy, Romana Maggiora Vergano 
Studio: AGC Television   
Production Companies: Centropolis Entertainment, Hollywood Gang Productions, Street Entertainment    
Format: Drama Series, 10 x 60 min episodes'

For geeks and nerds everywhere, or nerds that geek if you will, a magical weekend has arrived. For San Diego Comic Con is here at last, and with it comes so much joy. One complete with amazing cosplay, that sense of unity amongst the nerd community and of course… a chance to learn about new shows and new movies thanks to networks and studios showcasing upcoming shows and Peacock made sure to get into the game. For they hosted two major panels today, one of which offered up a sneak peek at an anticipated horror series.
 
For fans at the convention were able to enjoy a first look at, Teacup, and learn about the series from executive producers James Wan and Ian McCulloch and cast members Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman, and Chaske Spencer, and what we learned… was amazing. In that, the show will now debut on October 10 this year, with a two-episode premiere, with new episodes arriving until Halloween and of course, first-look photos and a teaser were present, all of which we will share with you now, and more. Because Peacock and the team behind Teacup are beyond excited for everyone to enjoy this fascinating and creepy new series, and do not want you to miss you.
 
ABOUT TEACUP 
TEACUP follows a disparate group of people in rural Georgia who must come together in the face of a mysterious threat in order to survive. Inspired by the New York Times bestselling novel Stinger by Robert McCammon. 

Premiere Date/Rollout: October 10, 2024 (2 Episodes Weekly)
Writer / Executive Producer: Ian McCulloch (Yellowstone, Deputy, Chicago Fire) 
Director (101, 102) / Executive Producer: E.L. Katz (The Haunting of Bly Manor, Channel Zero) 
Executive Producers: James Wan (The Conjuring Universe, Archive 81, M3GAN), Michael Clear (Archive 81, Swamp Thing) and Rob Hackett (Archive 81, I Know What You Did Last Summer) for Atomic Monster, Francisca X. Hu, Kevin Tancharoen 
Executive Producer / Author (Stinger): Robert McCammon 
Cast: Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman, Chaske Spencer, Kathy Baker, Boris McGiver, Caleb Dolden, Emilie Bierre, Luciano Leroux 
Studio: UCP, a division of Universal Studio Group 
Genre/Format: Horror Thriller, 8 x 30 Min Episodes 
 
A NOTE FROM IAN MCCULLOCH (SHOWRUNNER / EXECUTIVE PRODUCER)
When Atomic Monster first approached me about creating a series adaptation of Robert McCammon’s Stinger—a no-holds-barred, gargantuan spectacle of a novel along the lines of The Stand, Independence Day and Mars Attacks—to be honest, I didn’t want to throw my hat in the ring. I’m not a spectacle writer. I’m a less-is-more writer. I gravitate more toward what are known as keyhole epics. Large stories told through small lenses. Think Signs, The Thing, A Quiet Place.
 
But here’s the thing. I read Stinger and it stayed with me. Wouldn’t leave me alone. I just couldn’t stop thinking about its razor-sharp premise, how it unfolds over the course of a single harrowing day, and about the relatable and real family McCammon puts center stage. That’s when the flash bang-light bulb idea hit…
 
What if I adapted Stinger in a way that honors the book and stays true to the kinds of stories I like to tell? Keep the conceit. Keep Stinger’s most effective elements. Take away the large ensemble. Take away the giant set pieces. Even take away the book’s crowded town setting. The adaptation would be like an acoustic guitar version of, say, a Radiohead song. It won’t have the production value, electronic instruments, loops, or synthesized bells and whistles but it will still have the melody, the structure, the lyrics, the real magic at the core, all the stuff that makes a great song a great song.
 
All of which is to say I could suddenly see exactly what to do and how to do it. Two weeks later, Atomic Monster had the script for the first episode. Soon after that, Peacock bought it. Not so long after that, both my creative and career dreams actually started coming true as more scripts were written, hires made, actors cast, sets built, and production began…
 
Of course, during production the series changed and evolved. Just as it should. Even the title’s different. Stinger is now Teacup. The reasons for this are too spoilery to share but watch the first few episodes and all will be revealed. Point being, the series is now very much its own thing: a puzzle-box mystery, an edge-of-your-seat thriller, a can’t-but-must look horror story, a family drama, a science fiction epic—of the keyhole variety, of course. But as singular, strange, and surprising as I hope Teacup is, all you need to do is peel away the layers, characters, situations, and mythology and look behind the thrills, chills, hairpin turns and make-you gasp reveals. Do all that and you’ll see, at its heart, Teacup is still very much standing on the shoulders of Stinger. Just as it should.
 
A NOTE FROM JAMES WAN (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER)
After reading Robert McCammon's book Stinger, the entire team at Atomic Monster felt a spark. The story had all the ingredients for a captivating series and Ian McCulloch had a vision to bring it to life in a fresh way that was both startling and darkly atmospheric, but filled with a rich sense of humanity — often lacking in edgy narratives. Add in our incredibly talented cast led by Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman and Chaske Spencer and fans are in for a true edge-of-your-seat experience.
 
Teacup defies easy labels. It's a genre-bending blend of horror, mystery, and drama, with layers that unfold like a captivating puzzle. It goes beyond chills and thrills and holds up a mirror to humanity, exploring the darkness that resides within us all. We hope you enjoy this wild ride as much as we've loved creating it!

​It truly is becoming apparent now that the world of popular culture is close to being back to normal. For shows and movies are heading back into production and of course, fans are getting ready to once again see stars at San Diego Comic-Con. For Hall H panels are back, and this year’s Comic-Con will be host to a great deal of star-studded panels. Where actors and creatives will discuss new and returning shows and big-time movies and well, one that is of note, will be brought to you by Apple TV+.
 
For the network is going to take fans into the heart of the Silo, courtesy of a panel that will showcase what season two has to offer, complete with series stars, Rebecca Ferguson, Common, showrunner and creator Graham Yost and author Hugh Howey and well, this should be an amazing panel. For fans immediately fell in love with Silo and simply must know more about what lie ahead after that epic ending, and this group will undoubtedly have stuff to share with the crowd. And well, while we wait to learn what secrets will be said in the panel, here are all the details on this special event, courtesy of Apple, to help motivate you to get in line early at SDCC.
 
‘Apple TV+ today announced that “Silo,” its globally acclaimed and hit world-building drama based on Hugh Howey’s New York Times bestselling trilogy, will make its San Diego Comic-Con debut on Saturday July 27, 2024 for a panel and conversation around what fans can look forward to in the highly anticipated second season of “Silo” featuring star and executive producer Rebecca Ferguson, star Common, creator and showrunner Graham Yost and executive producer Hugh Howey, plus surprise special guests. The panel will be moderated by Adam Savage (Editor-in-Chief, Tested.com). 
 
“Silo” is the story of the last ten thousand people on earth, their mile-deep home protecting them from the toxic and deadly world outside. However, no one knows when or why the silo was built and any who try to find out face fatal consequences. Ferguson stars as Juliette, an engineer, who seeks answers about a loved one's murder and tumbles onto a mystery that goes far deeper than she could have ever imagined, leading her to discover that if the lies don't kill you, the truth will. 
 
Fans can catch up on the first season, now streaming globally on Apple TV+.
 
Following its global premiere in May 2023, “Silo” was quickly hailed as a “riveting and equally star-studded,” “must-watch” series and “simply transcendent sci-fi TV.” In addition to quickly reaching Certified Fresh status on Rotten Tomatoes, season one landed acclaim for its "rich and compelling” world-building elements, as well as the “incredible” performance by Ferguson, who “brings an understated gravitas” to the lead role.
 
Silo” is produced for Apple TV+ by Apple Studios based on the novels by Hugh Howey. The series is executive produced by Yost, Michael Dinner, Nina Jack, Joanna Thapa, Ferguson, Academy Award nominee Morten Tyldum (“Defending Jacob,” “The Imitation Game”), Howey, Fred Golan, Rémi Aubuchon, and AMC Studios.
 
Apple TV+ offers premium, compelling drama and comedy series, feature films, groundbreaking documentaries, and kids and family entertainment, and is available to watch across all your favorite screens. After its launch on November 1, 2019, Apple TV+ became the first all-original streaming service to launch around the world, and has premiered more original hits and received more award recognitions faster than any other streaming service in its debut. To date, Apple Original films, documentaries and series have earned 498 wins and 2,187 award nominations and counting, including multi-Emmy Award-winning comedy “Ted Lasso” and historic Oscar Best Picture winner “CODA.”
 
About Apple TV+
Apple TV+ is available on the Apple TV app in over 100 countries and regions, on over 1 billion screens, including iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro, Mac, popular smart TVs from Samsung, LG, Sony, VIZIO, TCL and others, Roku and Amazon Fire TV devices, Chromecast with Google TV, PlayStation and Xbox gaming consoles, and at tv.apple.com, for $9.99 per month with a seven-day free trial. For a limited time, customers who purchase and activate a new iPhone, iPad, Apple TV or Mac can enjoy three months of Apple TV+ for free.*
 
For more information, visit apple.com/tvpr and see the full list of supported devices.
*Special offer is good for three months after the first activation of the eligible device. One offer per Family Sharing group. Plans automatically renew until canceled. Other restrictions and terms apply; visit apple.com/promo for more information.’

It is definitely safe to say that San Diego Comic-Con is the premier comic convention in the United States of America. For it truly is the biggest gathering of nerds and geeks around, and of course, it doesn’t hurt that you see the biggest stars there and learn about the biggest shows and movies while there as well. Because it really is that perfect convergence of pop culture and comics and everything, we love about them, and it is one of the few places that fans can also immerse themselves in the worlds they crave, courtesy of what some of the networks bring to the table, such as Peacock. For they are well known for creating immersive experiences for fans to enjoy at SDCC, and this year is no exception to that rule.
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Since they will be offering up an interactive Chariot Race experience to celebrate the upcoming release of Those About to Die. Plus, fans can learn more about the show from cast and crew members and they can also learn about Teacup from the cast and crew, and enjoy a livestream of the opening ceremonies of this year’s Olympic Games in between trips to the iconic Hall H. And well… since you’re undoubtedly curious about when these events might be taking place so you can check them out, here is the schedule and location of these events. Along with details about the shows in question… to prepare you for an immersive experience at the nation’s biggest convention, all courtesy of Peacock.

THURSDAY, JULY 25 - SUNDAY, JULY 28:
THOSE ABOUT TO DIE: THE CHARIOT RACE
Immerse yourself in the glory of Ancient Rome at San Diego Comic-Con 2024 with Peacock's "Those About To Die: The Chariot Race."  Step inside the betting tavern, join one of the coveted factions and experience the adrenaline thrill of the chariot race itself. Inspired by the new Original series, Peacock’s in-world activation will bring the ancient “Circus Maximus” to life right in the Gaslamp District. Upon entry, guests will be divided into the 5 factions from the show and given the chance to whip a pair of reins to power their team’s chariot to victory.
The activation will be open for the full duration of San Diego Comic-Con, Thursday, July 25 - 28.
To reserve your place and bypass lines, please register at https://peacockthechariotrace.com/. Tickets are available at no cost. Guests who have not pre-registered can join the standby line with limited entrance availability.
WHEN: Thursday, July 25 - Sunday, July 28
HOURS: Thursday: 12PM - 6:30 PM
                Friday: 10AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday: 10AM - 6:30 PM
                Sunday: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
WHERE: 170 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
 
THURSDAY, JULY 25
FIRST LOOK AT PEACOCK’S HORROR-THRILLER SERIES TEACUP
Join executive producers James Wan and Ian McCulloch and stars Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman, and Chaske Spencer for an exclusive sneak peek at Peacock and Atomic Monster’s upcoming original horror series Teacup - a terrifying tale following a disparate group of people in rural Georgia who must come together in the face of a mysterious threat in order to survive. 
WHEN: 1:45 - 2:45 PM PT
WHERE: Ballroom 20
 
BEHIND-THE-ACTION OF PEACOCK’S GLADIATOR EPIC THOSE ABOUT TO DIE
Dive into the Roman Empire's explosive intersection of sports, politics, and dynasties as featured in Those About To Die with an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of the Peacock series alongside executive producer/director Roland Emmerich and stars Iwan Rheon, Sara Martins, Moe Hashim, Jojo Macari, and Dimitri Leonidas. 
WHEN: 3:00 - 4:00 PM PT
WHERE: Ballroom 20
 
ABOUT TEACUP
Logline: TEACUP follows a disparate group of people in rural Georgia who must come together in the face of a mysterious threat in order to survive. Inspired by the New York Times bestselling novel Stinger by Robert McCammon. 
Showrunner / Executive Producer: Ian McCulloch (Yellowstone, Deputy, Chicago Fire) 
Director (101, 102) / Executive Producer: E.L. Katz (The Haunting of Bly Manor, Channel Zero) 
Executive Producers: James Wan (The Conjuring Universe, Archive 81, M3GAN), Michael Clear (Archive 81, Swamp Thing), and Rob Hackett (Archive 81, I Know What You Did Last Summer) for Atomic Monster, Francisca X. Hu, Kevin Tancharoen 
Executive Producer / Author (Stinger): Robert McCammon 
Cast: Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman, Chaske Spencer, Kathy Baker, Boris McGiver, Caleb Dolden, Emilie Bierre, Luciano Leroux 
Studio: UCP, a division of Universal Studio Group
Genre/Format: Horror Thriller, 8 x 30 Min Episodes 
 
ABOUT THOSE ABOUT TO DIE
Logline: THOSE ABOUT TO DIE is an epic drama set in the corrupt world of the spectacle-driven gladiatorial competition, exploring a side of ancient Rome never before told — the dirty business of entertaining the masses, giving the mob what they want most…blood and sport. The series introduces an ensemble of characters from all corners of the Roman Empire who collide at the explosive intersection of sports, politics, and dynasties.
Premiere Date/Rollout: All 10 episodes of THOSE ABOUT TO DIE premiere Thursday, July 18 on Peacock, just in time for viewers to also watch the 2024 Paris Olympics (July 26 – Aug 11, 2024). Every event of the Summer Games will stream live on Peacock. Opening Ceremony coverage begins July 26 at Noon ET on NBC and Peacock.
Directors: Roland Emmerich (Ep 101, 102, 103, 109, 110), Marco Kreuzpaintner (Ep 104, 105, 106, 107, 108) 
Created by: Robert Rodat (Wrote Ep 101, 102, 103, 109, 110)
Executive Producers: Roland Emmerich, Harald Kloser, Gianni Nunnari, Robert Rodat, Stuart Ford, Lourdes Diaz, Miguel A. Palos Jr., Marco Kreuzpaintner, Herbert G. Kloiber, Martin Moszkowicz, Oliver Berben, Jonas Bauer, Charles Holland, Namit Malhotra
Cast: Anthony Hopkins, Iwan Rheon, Sara Martins, Tom Hughes, Jojo Macari, Moe Hashim, Johannes Haukur Johannesson, Rupert Penry-Jones, Gabriella Pession, Dimitri Leonidas, Emilio Sakraya, David Wurawa, Pepe Barroso, Gonçalo Almeida, Eneko Sagardoy, Romana Maggiora Vergano, Lara Wolf, Angeliqa Devi, Kyshan Wilson, Alicia Edogamhe 
Studio: AGC Television 
Production Companies: Centropolis Entertainment, Hollywood Gang Productions, Street Entertainment 
Format: Drama Series, 10 x 60 min episodes 
 
FRIDAY, JULY 26:
PEACOCK AND NBC ARE ENSURING FANS DON’T MISS A MOMENT OF THE HISTORIC PARIS OLYMPICS OPENING CEREMONY WITH A LIVESTREAM AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON
Set in Ancient Rome, the new Peacock Original series Those About to Die takes audiences back to the origins of arena sports. Just as guests will have the opportunity to experience the thrill of a chariot race for themselves at Peacock’s fan activation at San Diego Comic-Con, the 2024 Olympic Games will begin in Paris, France. To kick off this fortuitous moment and bridge live-action sports from the past with the present, Peacock and NBC will stunt the Opening Ceremony on Friday morning, July 26th with a public viewing using a 20x30 foot digital board to livestream Peacock’s feed. The excitement will kick off with an Ancient Roman-dressed band playing Olympic-inspired fanfare tunes marching through the Gaslamp District. The band will arrive at Peacock’s activation footprint, in front of the "Circus Maximus," just in time for the Ceremony to begin, drawing in passersby along the way. The full duration of the Opening Ceremony will be live-streamed, from 10:30am PT - 3pm PT.
WHEN: 10:30am - 3:00pm PT
WHERE: 170 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101