From the ConNewThe Plan

CBS Television Studios is Again Warping to Comic-Con

By Scott C.

Captain’s log … Stardate 47634.44. It should be known that CBS Television Studios has announced their plans for San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) 2019. The company will be celebrating all things Evil, Nancy Drew, Star Trek: Discovery, Star Trek: Lower Decks (animated), Star Trek: Picard and more.

Ballroom 20 will be the destination for the Evil panel (Thursday, July 18th at 12:45 p.m. PT) as well as for the Nancy Drew panel (Thursday, July 18th at 2 p.m. PT). Both will have special guests as well as an exclusive look for each new show.

On Saturday, July 10th, the “Enter the Star Trek Universe” panel (11:30 a.m. PT) will be visiting Hall H to showcase all things Discovery, Picard and Lower Decks. Fans will be joined by cast and producers during this fascinating event.

Inside the convention center, fans will be able to check out the “Star Trek Universe” booth (#4237) where they can enter “the U.S.S. Discovery … travel to strange and distant lands through an immersive transporter experience.” There will also be many “meet-and-greets” on Saturday, July 20th at the booth. Exclusive Star Trek pins will be available during the con.

For Jean-Luc fans, the “Jean-Luc Picard: The First Duty” exhibit will be at the Michael J Wolf Fine Arts gallery (363 Fifth Ave., San Diego, California 92101). The exhibit will be open from Thursday, July 18th – Saturday, July 20th from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. PT. Sunday’s schedule is 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. PT.

CBS will also be offering complimentary rides throughout the Gaslamp District in “branded shuttles,” that will focus on certain CBS shows. “Frightseeing Tours” will operate on Thursday and Friday nights.

For Twilight Zone fans, Petco Park will be the place to check out the series’ interactive zone. Do note that the preregister tickets are already sold out, but fans shouldn’t give up hope, because there will be a general admission line and it will be open from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. PT (July 18th – July 20th); July 21st is 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

And finally, located in space “J” will be the “Carpool Karaoke” interactive zone (July 18th – July 21st; 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. PT). Those trying will be be able to go inside a “Range Rover to sing along to their favorite songs.” There will also be fan giveaways only if someone posts their performances on social media. Overall, this SDCC is truly looking great!

Do you have something to say about CBS Television Studios or SDCC 2019? If you do then head over to the FoCC forum to keep the conversation going. The CBS Television Studio SDCC schedule/information is below.

“EVIL” EXCLUSIVE SCREENING AND PANEL

When: Thursday, 7/18/2019; 12:45 – 2:00 PM

Where: Ballroom 20

EVIL is a psychological mystery that examines the origins of evil along the dividing line between science and religion. The series focuses on a skeptical female psychologist who joins a priest-in-training and a carpenter as they investigate the church’s backlog of unexplained mysteries, including supposed miracles, demonic possessions, and hauntings. Their job is to assess if there’s a logical explanation or if something truly supernatural is at work. Please join series stars Katja Herbers, Mike Colter, Aasif Mandvi and Michael Emerson along with co-creators and executive producers Robert King and Michelle King for an exclusive sneak peek of the first episode followed by a panel discussion. Moderated by Lynette Rice from Entertainment Weekly. EVIL will air Thursdays this fall on CBS.

“NANCY DREW” EXCLUSIVE SCREENING AND PANEL

When: Thursday, 7/18/2019; 2:00-3:15 PM

Where: Ballroom 20

Nancy Drew is a brilliant teenaged detective whose sense of self had come from solving mysteries in her hometown of Horseshoe Bay, Maine – until her mother’s untimely death derails Nancy’s college plans. Devastated by her mother’s passing, Nancy swears off crime-solving, but when a socialite is murdered, Nancy finds herself embroiled in a ghostly murder investigation. A supernatural presence begins to haunt Nancy’s investigation, and she discovers that the current crime has an astonishing connection to the unsolved murder of a local girl. Whether the ghost is here to help or hinder Nancy remains to be seen, but one thing’s for sure: Nancy’s going to have to unravel the clues from both the living and the dead to solve the crimes. Please join series stars Kennedy McMann, Leah Lewis, Maddison Jaizani, Alex Saxon and Tunji Kasim, along with executive producers Noga Landau, Melinda Hsu-Taylor and Stephanie Savage for an exclusive sneak peek of the first episode followed by a panel discussion. Moderated by Damian Holbrook of TV Guide magazine. NANCY DREW will air Wednesdays this fall on The CW.

“ENTER THE STAR TREK UNIVERSE” PANEL

When: Friday, 7/19/2019; 11:30 AM -1:00 PM

Where: Hall H

Over 50 years ago, the world was first introduced to what would quickly become a cultural phenomenon for the ages. “Star Trek” broke barriers then and continues to do so now, inspiring people of all generations and walks of life with its celebration of cultural diversity, scientific exploration and the pursuit of uncharted frontiers. Today, the “Star Trek” universe continues to thrive, exploring all new missions for Starfleet. CBS All Access invites you to join the cast and producers of its hit series STAR TREK: DISCOVERY and be the first to hear about two new upcoming additions to the “Star Trek” universe: the highly anticipated new series STAR TREK: PICARD, starring Sir Patrick Stewart, and the animated series STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS.

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“STAR TREK” UNIVERSE BOOTH: U.S.S. DISCOVERY TRANSPORTER EXPERIENCE AND “TREK” TALENT MEET-AND-GREETSCBS All Access is bringing the “Star Trek” universe to the San Diego Comic-Con Exhibit Hall, Thursday, July 18 through Sunday, July 21, where fans are invited to step aboard the U.S.S. Discovery and travel to strange and distant lands through an immersive transporter experience. Fans will also have the opportunity to meet some of their favorite “Star Trek” talent in person with meet-and-greets in the booth (Booth #4237) on Saturday, July 20. Comic-Con badges are required for entry.

“STAR TREK” UNIVERSE EXCLUSIVE PINS – A number of exclusive, limited-quantity “Star Trek” pins will be available to fans during Comic-Con. All week long, a Starfleet Headquarters visitors badge will be available for those who visit and complete the “Star Trek” transporter experience on the show floor. On Saturday afternoon and Sunday, a limited quantity of pins featuring the debut of two characters from the upcoming CBS All Access animated show STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS will also be available from the “Star Trek” booth. At the “Jean-Luc Picard: The First Duty” museum experience at Michael J. Wolf Fine Arts, fans can get an exclusive replica pin of the Picard family crest as seen in STAR TREK: PICARD.

“JEAN-LUC PICARD: THE FIRST DUTY” EXHIBIT – In celebration of Patrick Stewart’s return to his iconic “Star Trek: The Next Generation” role, “Jean-Luc Picard: The First Duty” is a special exhibition showcasing original props, costumes and other artifacts tracing Picard’s life and Starfleet career. Items on display include his cherished Ressikan flute, the legendary Picard family album, his Starfleet uniforms, models of ships Picard captained, and all that remains of the “Borg Queen.” The gallery also features exclusive first looks at costumes and other items featured in the upcoming CBS All Access series STAR TREK: PICARD. Visitors will have the first chance to purchase exclusive STAR TREK: PICARD merchandise and opportunities for exclusive giveaways. The gallery is located at Michael J Wolf Fine Arts, 363 Fifth Ave., San Diego, Calif. 92101 and will be open Thursday, Friday and Saturday of Comic-Con from 11:00 AM until 9:00 PM and on Sunday from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM.

COMIC-CON COMEDY SHUTTLE – CBS will offer complimentary rides throughout the Gaslamp District in branded shuttles. Featured shows will include the new fall comedies BOB ABISHOLA, CAROL’S SECOND ACT, and THE UNICORN. Trailers of the series will be screened for the passengers as well.

Additionally, EVIL will be offering festival-goers complimentary rides during the day throughout the Gaslamp District, while hosting “Frightseeing Tours” in the evenings in Old Town. Trailers of EVIL, a CBS original series, will be screened for the passengers, and brand ambassadors will distribute giveaways. Exclusive “Frightseeing Tours” will run Thursday and Friday nights for select fans.

STEP INTO THE “TWILIGHT ZONE” EXPERIENCE – From Thursday, July 18 to Sunday, July 21. Located in the Interactive Zone at Petco Park, fans will be transported into CBS All Access’ THE TWILIGHT ZONE as they enjoy an immersive experience not only of sight and sound, but of mind. Reserve FREE tickets at: StepIntoTheTwilightZone.com. (Tickets are sold out.)

CARPOOL KARAOKE THE MIC – The Singing Machine launches CARPOOL KARAOKE THE MIC at San Diego Comic-Con from July 18 to July 21, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Located in space “J” at the Interactive Zone at Petco Park, fans will be able to recreate the fun of James Corden’s wildly popular “Carpool Karaoke” segment and become the star of the car as they hop inside a branded Range Rover to sing along to their favorite songs. There will also be a daily CARPOOL KARAOKE THE MIC giveaway to a lucky fan that has posted their performance on social media.

CARPOOL KARAOKE THE MIC will be available for purchase with free direct-to-consumer shipping in the U.S., including a Carpool Karaoke Popsocket.

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Scott is a Spidey/Funko/video game fanatic, yet going to a pop culture convention is always his goal. Yes, he is also a fan of Mario and Wario. You can follow him on Twitter @ScottyTheWise.