‘Spaceballs’ sequel hype begins, Marvel returns to Hall H during Comic-Con 2026 in San Diego

SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Avengers appear set to return to Hall H as Marvel Studios uses Comic-Con International to build hype for the December release of “Avengers: Doomsday” — and chart a path forward as audience interest in superhero films has waned. That panel on Saturday is the most-anticipated hour of the nation’s biggest pop culture convention, which opens in San Diego on Wednesday evening. Early bird shoppers can snag exclusive collectibles like a $25 “KPop Demon Hunters”-themed Hot Wheels Porsche 911 and a $60 “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” customizable Funko figure set. Views from Preview Night during San Diego Comic-Con on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. MediaPunch / BACKGRID Rebecca Eusey, from left, is seen dressed as an agent of S.H.I.E.L.D., next to Derek Shackleton dressed as Wolverine a