#SDCC15: NBC Announces Grimm and Hannibal Panels for July 11th
Debi Moore
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NBC may have cancelled “Hannibal,” but that doesn’t mean they’re depriving fans of the show the opportunity to say good-bye during the upcoming San Diego Comic-Con. A panel that includes exec producer/creator Bryan Fuller and star Hugh Dancy, among others, has been announced for Saturday, July 11th.
Also on the 11th, NBC is bringing perennial fan favorite “Grimm” to the big show. Details follow.
NBC is coming to Comic-Con in full force with a slate of hugely popular shows and activities that will include panels and a take-over of Gaslamp Square featuring activations, giveaways, and a chance for lucky fans to win $1,000 in a daily scavenger hunt.
In addition, NBC is once again partnering with Comic-Con to bring fans the official Comic-Con App, which offers attendees and TV fanatics a comprehensive mobile companion to the conference, including a personalized schedule, interactive maps, panel details, and more. The app update will be available for download July 2nd on The App Store, or get it on Google Play.
“GRIMM” (Saturday, July 11, 3-3:45 p.m., Ballroom 20; sponsored by Universal Television)
A Friday fan favorite entering its fifth season, “Grimm” is inspired by the classic Grimm Brothers’ fairy tales. The Q&A panel, which will include a sneak peek at the new season and will be moderated by Lynette Rice of Entertainment Weekly, will include cast members David Giuntoli, Russell Hornsby, Silas Weir Mitchell, Reggie Lee, Sasha Roiz, Bree Turner, and Claire Coffee as well as executive producers Jim Kouf, David Greenwalt, and Norberto Barba. “Grimm” premieres Friday, October 30, at 9 p.m. on NBC.
“HANNIBAL” (Saturday, July 11, 5-5:45 p.m., Ballroom 20; sponsored by Gaumont Intl. Television)
One of the most critically acclaimed series on broadcast or cable, “Hannibal” remains a favorite at Comic-Con. A sneak peek of the “Red Dragon” story will be followed by a Q&A with cast members Hugh Dancy, Richard Armitage, and executive producers Bryan Fuller and Martha De Laurentiis. “Hannibal” airs Thursdays at 10 p.m. on NBC.
“Heroes Reborn” (panel on Sunday, July 12, 1:45-2:45, Hall H; sponsored by Universal Television) takes over Gaslamp Square with a first of its kind 4D interactive experience where fans will have the opportunity to access their own extraordinary pyro-kinetic ability. Through a multi-sensory experience of interactive visuals and kinetic effects, fans will enter the world of “Heroes Reborn” and use their power with fire to escape a dangerous scenario. Fans will also be able to take an animated “heroic” photo and tour through a “Heroes” gallery featuring iconic props from the previous series. “Heroes Reborn” premieres Thursday, September 24, at 8 p.m. on NBC.
Fans can discover “Blindspot” (Preview Night Screening, Wednesday, July 8, 6-10 p.m., Ballroom 20; Pilot Screening and Panel, Saturday, July 11, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Room 6A; sponsored by Warner Bros. Television) at Tin Fish restaurant in Gaslamp Square. They will be able to receive both temporary tattoo sleeves and partake in a photo op where their head will be placed on a tattooed body, similar to the character of Jane Doe in the new NBC drama. Also, throughout the Gaslamp District, fans can go on a scavenger hunt to search for and find the Jane Doe look-alikes. Once found, fans can text “Blindspot” to a number tattooed on her body and receive the next step to enter for a chance to win $1,000. “Blindspot” premieres Monday, September 21, at 10 p.m. on NBC.
The final show NBC is bringing to SDCC is “The Player ” (panel on Thursday, July 9, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Room 6A; sponsored by Sony Pictures Television), starring Wesley Snipes. “The Player” premieres Thursday, September 24, at 10 p.m. on NBC.
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