Rendering of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art
Get ready, fandom — an epic conversation is coming to the main stage of Los Angeles Comic Con 2025! On Saturday, September 27 at 10:00 am, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, co-founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, will present a very special panel: Sneak Peek: Lucas Museum of Narrative Art.
This star-powered event brings together filmmaker Robert Rodriguez, legendary comic book creator Frank Miller, and award-winning painter and illustrator Kadir Nelson. The panel will be moderated by actress, producer, and entrepreneur Jessica Alba. Together, they’ll explore the impact of visual storytelling, the importance of preserving popular art forms, and give fans a first look at what’s in store when the Lucas Museum officially opens in 2026 in Los Angeles.
Expect exclusive renderings, artworks, and even a pre-recorded interview with George Lucas and Mellody Hobson. Plus, fans will get to see works from the museum’s collection by the panelists themselves.
Meet the Panelists
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Frank Miller – Iconic writer/artist behind Daredevil, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Sin City, and 300. Miller’s groundbreaking career has shaped the comics industry for decades, and many of his works have leapt to the big screen.
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Kadir Nelson – Award-winning painter and author whose work celebrates historic and contemporary narratives in American culture. His art has graced the covers of The New Yorker, Rolling Stone, and albums by Michael Jackson and Drake.
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Robert Rodriguez – Acclaimed filmmaker known for El Mariachi, Spy Kids, Sin City (with Miller), From Dusk Till Dawn, Alita: Battle Angel, and more. Rodriguez continues to push creative boundaries through his production companies and new projects.
Moderator
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Jessica Alba – Golden Globe–nominated actress, bestselling author, and powerhouse entrepreneur. Alba recently launched Lady Metalmark Entertainment, bringing bold, diverse stories to screens big and small.
Event Details
📅 When: Saturday, September 27, 2025 – 10:00 am
📍 Where: Main Stage, South Hall – Los Angeles Convention Center
About Los Angeles Comic Con
L.A. Comic Con is the city’s biggest celebration of comics, movies, sci-fi, fantasy, horror, anime, gaming, and all things pop culture. Every year, it brings fans unforgettable experiences with creators, celebrities, and innovators from across entertainment. Learn more at comicconla.com.
About the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art
Opening in 2026, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art will be the first museum of its kind, dedicated to the art of storytelling across cultures and time. Its collection includes works by Norman Rockwell, Frida Kahlo, Kadir Nelson, Winsor McCay, Jack Kirby, Judy Baca, Gordon Parks, and many more — plus treasures from the Lucas Archive like models, props, and concept art from George Lucas’s filmmaking career.
✨ Don’t miss this chance to get a sneak peek into the future of storytelling at #ComicConLA25!
