Peacock Brings ‘Those About to Die’ & ‘Teacup’ to San Diego Comic-Con

Written by John Edward Betancourt

Photo Courtesy of Peacock.

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

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