San Diego Comic-Con attendees were treated to an exciting two-hour showcase of Peacock’s original series, “Those About to Die” and “Teacup.”
Teacup Premieres October 10th
Kicking off the event, Damian Holbrook, TV Guide Magazine’s Senior Writer, moderated a panel on Peacock’s upcoming horror series, TEACUP. Giving fans an exclusive sneak peek. Modern-day master of horror James Wan, an executive producer alongside Showrunner Ian McCulloch, and stars Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman, and Chaske Spencer teased the chills, thrills, and gore audiences can expect. The panel closed with a new teaser announcing the premiere date of October 10th.
Behind the Scenes of Those About to Die
The excitement continued with a behind-the-scenes featurette and panel discussion for “Those About to Die,” moderated by Collider’s Perri Nemiroff. Director/executive producer Roland Emmerich and stars Iwan Rheon, Sara Martins, Moe Hashim, Jojo Macari, Dimitri Leonidas, and Gabriella Pession shared insights into the making of the gladiator epic. They spoke on everything from the stunt work to the visual effects that brought Ancient Rome to life.
THOSE ABOUT TO DIE — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: Jojo Macari on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
THOSE ABOUT TO DIE — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: Iwan Rheon on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
THOSE ABOUT TO DIE — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: (l-r) Dimitri Leonidas, Gabriella Pession, Jojo Macari, Moe Hashim, Sara Martins, Iwan Rheon on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
THOSE ABOUT TO DIE — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: (l-r) Jojo Macari, Moe Hashim on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
THOSE ABOUT TO DIE — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: Gabriella Pession on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
THOSE ABOUT TO DIE — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: Sara Martins on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
THOSE ABOUT TO DIE — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: (l-r) Dimitri Leonidas, Gabriella Pession, Jojo Macari, Moe Hashim on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
THOSE ABOUT TO DIE — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: Dimitri Leonidas on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
THOSE ABOUT TO DIE — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: Comic-Con Attendee on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
THOSE ABOUT TO DIE — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: (l-r) Dimitri Leonidas, Gabriella Pession on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
THOSE ABOUT TO DIE — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: (l-r) Jojo Macari, Dimitri Leonidas, Iwan Rheon, Sara Martins, Roland Emmerich, Director / Executive Producer; Gabriella Pession, Moe Hashim on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Christine Bartolucci/Peacock)
THOSE ABOUT TO DIE — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: (l-r) Jojo Macari, Dimitri Leonidas, Iwan Rheon, Sara Martins, Roland Emmerich, Director / Executive Producer; Gabriella Pession, Moe Hashim, Perri Nemiroff, Moderator on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Christine Bartolucci/Peacock)
TEACUP — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: Chaske Spencer at on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
TEACUP — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: (l-r) Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman, Ian McCulloch, Showrunner / Executive Producer at on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
TEACUP — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: (l-r) Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman at on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
TEACUP — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: Ian McCulloch, Showrunner / Executive Producer at on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
TEACUP — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: James Wan, Executive Producer at on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
TEACUP — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: (l-r) James Wan, Executive Producer; Chaske Spencer, Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman, Ian McCulloch, Showrunner / Executive Producer at on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
TEACUP — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: (l-r) James Wan, Executive Producer; Chaske Spencer, Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman, Ian McCulloch, Showrunner / Executive Producer; Damian Holbrook, Moderator at on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Griffin Nagel/Peacock)
TEACUP — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: James Wan, Executive Producer at on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Christine Bartolucci/Peacock)
TEACUP — “Panel at San Diego Comic-Con” — Pictured: (l-r) Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman at on July 25, 2024 — (Photo by: Christine Bartolucci/Peacock)
Interactive Chariot Race Activation
Furthermore, adding to the immersive experience, the cast and creatives of “Those About to Die” got a firsthand taste of Ancient Rome. The “THOSE ABOUT TO DIE: THE CHARIOT RACE” activation was set up in the Gaslamp District during San Diego Comic-Con. This interactive exhibit will also host a live stream of the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony on Friday, July 26th, from 10:30 AM to 3 PM PT.
Born and raised under the California sun. Monica is the Editor-In-Chief at Temple of Geek. She also serves as Executive Producer of The Temple of Geek Podcast, Retro Rebel Podcast, and Portrait of a Fangirl. Lover of all things geeks but especially sci-fi like Doctor Who, The Expanse, Star Wars and Star Trek.
Born and raised under the California sun. Monica is the Editor-In-Chief at Temple of Geek. She also serves as Executive Producer of The Temple of Geek Podcast, Retro Rebel Podcast, and Portrait of a Fangirl. Lover of all things geeks but especially sci-fi like Doctor Who, The Expanse, Star Wars and Star Trek.
