SDCC 2017: small screen Marvel makes big splash at Comic-Con; AGENTS OF SHIELD benched

People have been wondering what Marvel could be bringing to this years San Diego Comic-Con (Thursday 20th – Sunday 23rd July; Preview Night, Wednesday 19th) in terms of its big screen product, following commander-in-chief Kevin Feige‘s announcement that they would be in town. Others have also asked what that could mean for the small screen output of the company, and how that would all tie together. Today, Marvel Television have revealed what they are showcasing at this years SDCC – and, it’s safe to say, there’s one noticeable absence.

MARVEL’S AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D has been a cornerstone of Marvel’s Comic-Con attendance, ever since its first panel, back in 2013 – this year, however, there’s no sign that Clark Gregg, Ming-Na Wen, Chloe Bennet, IAIN DE CAESTECKER, ELIZABETH HENSTRIDGE or any of the rest of the team will be making an appearance, fuelling the fire that the show remains the ‘black sheep’ of the Marvel Cinematic (or Extended, if you will) Universe.

A show that is getting a heavy presence is THE INHUMANS (Ballroom 20, Thursday 20th July, 5pm – 6pm), a show that will be taking the enhanced characters first introduced on television in …AGENTS to the next level – fans will be left wondering if the Agent Coulson will shake the hands of the Avengers ever again!

UPDATE: Clark Gregg has been in contact on Twitter and given us a completely plausible reason for the absence of the show:

Really disappointed we won’t get to hang with the world’s greatest fans at #SDCC17 #AgentsofSHIELD The truth is Henry and Iain… (1/2 )

— Clark Gregg (@clarkgregg) June 30, 2017

…have become so sexy that SDPD and @marvel security could no longer guarantee their safety. Last year even a team of actual Inhumans…(2/4)

— Clark Gregg (@clarkgregg) June 30, 2017

…failed to prevent one (lucky) fan from nibbling off part of Iain’s ear lobe. In all seriousness, we’re really sorry to anyone who’s… (3/4)

— Clark Gregg (@clarkgregg) June 30, 2017

disappointed. We consider our loyal, badass fandom wholly responsible for S.5 and though the timing this year puts us at #NYCC17 (4 of IDK)

— Clark Gregg (@clarkgregg) June 30, 2017

We WILL find a way to provide a special thanks to the bamfy #AgentsofSHIELD #DemAgents fam that got us here. Love… (5/eleventy)

— Clark Gregg (@clarkgregg) June 30, 2017

Plenty of support for new shows THE GIFTED, THE DEFENDERS and MARVEL’S SPIDER-MAN, however: check out the press release below for the full skinny:

Join Marvel Television at San Diego Comic-Con Wednesday, July 19 through Sunday, July 23!

Marvel Television makes its triumphant return to San Diego Comic-Con with an all-star lineup of highly anticipated new series! “Marvel’s Inhumans” will make their San Diego Comic-Con debut. Four worlds collide as “Marvel’s The Defenders” smash into Hall H for first ever panel. “The Gifted,” “Legion,” and the world premiere of Marvel Animation’s newest series, “Marvel’s Spider-Man,” also headline the weekend. Visit the Marvel booth (#2329) for autograph signings, exclusive San Diego Comic-Con giveaways, livestream broadcasts from Marvel.com and more! Join us for must-see panels with exclusive footage, and star-studded autograph signing sessions, and some major surprises – all starting Wednesday, July 19 through Sunday, July 23. Follow the conversation using #MarvelSDCC.

Below is Marvel Television’s full schedule:

THURSDAY, JULY 2oth

• LEGION

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM in Ballroom 20

The fun launches at the Legion panel where cast and producers will have a lively discussion about Season 1 and what’s ahead for Season 2 of Legion!

• MARVEL’S INHUMANS

6:15 PM – 7:15 PM in Ballroom 20

Marvel’s Royal Family storms into San Diego.  Meet the cast and see exclusive footage from the show that will make television history, with the first two episodes premiering exclusively in IMAX^® theatres for a two-week window beginning September 1. Then be sure to check out the full series starting September 29 on ABC.

FRIDAY, JULY 21st

• THE GIFTED

(3:45 PM – 4:45 PM in Ballroom 20)

Join cast and producers as they give fans an exclusive extended first-look at The Gifted, Fall’s most anticipated new family adventure series!

• MARVEL’S THE DEFENDERS

(5:15 PM – 6:15 PM in Hall H)

Daredevil.  Jessica Jones.  Luke Cage.  Iron Fist.  Together for the first time.  Join Charlie Cox, Krysten Ritter, Mike Colter and Finn Jones plus guest stars galore.  This is the one you’ve been waiting for!

SATURDAY, JULY 22ND

• MARVEL ANIMATION

(12:30 PM – 1:30 PM in Room 6A)

Marvel Animation returns for the always action-packed, news-breaking panel where you’ll get eyefuls of never-before-seen information and sneak peeks… plus…as always…some surprise guests that’ll reveal waaay too much! GET THERE!

SUNDAY, JULY 23RD

• MARVEL ANIMATION – MARVEL’S SPIDER-MAN! 

(10:15 AM – 11:15 AM in Room 6A)

It’s time to roll out the “Web Carpet,” Spidey fans! Because you’re invited to the WORLD PREMIERE of Marvel Animation’s newest series, Marvel’s Spider-Man! Face it, Tigers…this is the ONLY screening you need to see at Comic-Con!

You’ll also have a chance to meet the stars of your favorite Marvel Animation series at signing events at the Marvel booth (#2329) throughout the weekend.

MARVEL TELEVISION AUTOGRAPH SIGNING SCHEDULE:

Please note that signings are ticketed events and passes will be available on a first-come, first-served lottery basis beginning at 9:15 AM on Friday, July 21 and Saturday, July 22 at the Marvel Booth (#2329).

FRIDAY, JULY 21

• Marvel’s Inhumans– Signing Event

10:00 AM at the Marvel Booth (#2329)

• Marvel’s The Punisher – Signing Event

3:30 PM at the Marvel Booth (#2329)

SATURDAY, JULY 22

• Marvel’s The Defenders – Signing Event

10:00 AM at the Marvel Booth (#2329)

• The Gifted – Signing Event

5:00 PM at the Marvel Booth (#2329)

SUNDAY, JULY 23

• Marvel’s Spider-Man – Signing Event

12:00 PM at the Marvel Booth (#2329)

Stay tuned to www.marvel.com for all the breaking news from Marvel Television at Comic-Con International in San Diego. Follow @Marvelon Twitter and “like” Marvel on Facebook for minute-by-minute updates on all things in the MCU. Join the conversation using #MarvelSDCC.