Two of the biggest, longest-running sci-fi franchises will unite for a special panel during San Diego Comic-Con this year. The minds behind Doctor Who and Star Trek will come together to celebrate Intergalactic Friendship Day.
The pop culture titans will join forces to spotlight shared values of friendship, hope, and fandom. SDCC attendees can look out for fan celebrations, digital activations, and special giveaways. The celebration aligns with International Friendship Day, which was established in 2011 with the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, cultures, and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities.
The SDCC Intergalactic Friendship Panel: Star Trek x Doctor Who
Alex Kurtzman, showrunner and executive producer of the Star Trek franchise, and Russell T Davies, showrunner and executive producer spearheading the Doctor Who Whoniverse, come together for an exclusive creator-to-creator conversation about the art of storytelling in alternative universes and to celebrate the power of friendship.
Attendees will receive a special Doctor Who X Star Trek poster designed by artist Dusty Abell.
Moderator: Keisha Hatchett, TVLine
Date: Saturday, July 27
Location: Room 6A
Friendship is Universal Gallery Experience
In addition to the panel, Star Trek and Doctor Who will operate a special gallery experience offsite. The gallery will feature original costumes and props from across the storied histories of both shows, highlighting themes of friendship and shared values between the two universes.
Admission is free, and does not require a Comic-Con badge as the event takes place offsite. The gallery will feature photo opportunities for fans as well as special friendship bracelet giveaways.
Location: 226 and 230 Fifth Ave., San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Times: Thursday July 25 – Saturday July 27, 11am – 8pm; Sunday July 28 11am = 5pm
More Star Trek & Doctor Who at SDCC
Both Star Trek and Doctor Who are headed to SDCC’s Hall H this year. Find their panel details below.
Doctor Who panel – Friday, July 26 at 12:30pm
Hop aboard the TARDIS with Doctor Who stars Ncuti Gatwa (Fifteenth Doctor) and Millie Gibson (Ruby Sunday), along with showrunner/writer Russell T. Davies as they discuss the latest season and its game-changing finale episode, which streamed on Disney+ and BBC iPlayer. The trio will also share behind-the-scenes stories, fan surprises and a special sneak peek. The panel will be moderated by Josh Horowitz (host, “Happy Sad Confused” and MTV).
Star Trek Universe panel – Saturday, July 27 at 1:45pm
- Strange New Worlds cast members scheduled to appear include Anson Mount, Rebecca Romijn, and Ethan Peck, alongside executive producers Alex Kurtzman, Akiva Goldsman, and Henry Alonso Myers.
- Lower Decks will feature voice cast members Jack Quaid, Tawny Newsome, Noël Wells, and Jerry O’Connell, along with creator and executive producer Mike McMahan and executive producer Alex Kurtzman.
- Starfleet Academy will feature executive producers and co-showrunners Alex Kurtzman and Noga Landau.
- Section 31 will have its Hall H debut with cast members Omari Hardwick, Sam Richardson, and Kacey Rohl, along with executive producer Alex Kurtzman and director Olatunde Osunsanmi.
