With SAG-AFTRA & AMPTP prolonging discussions until July 12th, the fate of SDCC 2023 and Hall H remains uncertain. The ongoing WGA writers’ strike and the potential SAG-AFTRA strike have caused major streamers, studios, and multimedia corporations to opt out of participating in Hall H at SDCC this year. Notable absentees include Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, HBO, Sony Pictures, Universal Pictures, and Netflix, with others still undecided or planning limited SDCC presentations. Initially, there was speculation that a possible agreement between SAG-AFTRA & the AMPTP by the June 30th deadline could result in a last-minute return to Hall H. However, the recent development of extending negotiations until July 12th suggests otherwise. While SDCC 2023 has already confirmed a strong Hall H presence despite some individuals supporting the WGA strike, the departure of streamers, studios, and multimedia corporations from Hall H (and even SDCC) coincided with SAG-AFTRA’s nearing deadline. If SAG-AFTRA and the AMPTP do engage in last-minute negotiations (out of necessity or for showmanship), there would be nine days remaining until SDCC commences (excluding preview night). Will this be sufficient time to reclaim their spots in Hall H? Will a tentative agreement be enough to convince those uncertain about SDCC? Or will only a fully ratified deal suffice? It remains to be seen.
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