09 October,2026 02:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
VisionQuest at New York Comic Con. Pic via special arrangement
Marvel fans at New York Comic Con received an early treat as Marvel Television hosted a surprise screening of the first episode of VisionQuest, days before its streaming debut. The event also brought major announcements, including a new live-action series, Zodiac, and three upcoming Marvel Zombies specials.
The panel brought together cast members and filmmakers behind several Marvel Television and Marvel Animation projects. Head of Marvel Television, Animation and Comics Brad Winderbaum kicked off the session, which featured previews, release dates and updates for the studio's upcoming slate.
Paul Bettany, James Spader, Ruaridh Mollica, Emily Hampshire and showrunner Terry Matalas took the stage to discuss VisionQuest. The cast revealed that attendees would be able to watch the first episode during a surprise screening, with fans also receiving an exclusive mini-poster.
The series follows Vision after he escapes those seeking to turn him into a weapon. While hiding and searching for a new purpose, he turns to the artificial intelligence personalities embedded in his programming, including F.R.I.D.A.Y., E.D.I.T.H., J.A.R.V.I.S. and Ultron.
His attempt to remain hidden is disrupted by a bounty on his head, forcing him to flee alongside Thomas Shepherd, a mysterious boy who may be suddenly connected to Vision. As the pursuit intensifies, Vision must confront his identity and Ultron's influence while trying to uncover the truth about his young companion.
The series also features Todd Stashwick, T'Nia Miller, Lauren Morais, Orla Brady, Diane Morgan and James D'Arcy, among others. VisionQuest will stream on JioHotstar in India from October 14, in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.
Marvel also confirmed that Zodiac, a new live-action series, is currently in casting and is expected to begin production in 2027. The show is scheduled to arrive on Disney plus in 2028.
Meanwhile, Marvel Zombies will return with three two-part special events. Marvel Zombies: Winter Soldier is planned for Halloween 2027, followed by Marvel Zombies: Fist of Khonshu in Halloween 2028 and Marvel Zombies: The Last Guardian in Halloween 2029.
The panel also offered attendees an early look at X-Men '97 season 3. Showrunner Jeff Trammell announced that Season 2 of Your Friendly Neighbourhood Spider-Man will premiere on Disney plus on January 13, 2027, and unveiled its poster alongside an exclusive preview.
The cast of Daredevil: Born Again also took the stage, with Charlie Cox, Krysten Ritter and Finn Jones sharing a look at the upcoming third season, scheduled to stream in 2027.
With new series, returning animated favourites and an early glimpse of VisionQuest, Marvel used NYCC to give fans a packed preview of what lies ahead across its television and animation slate. VisionQuest will stream on JioHotstar in India from October 14.
