Bandai Namco Filmworks is reuniting the English voice cast of GUNDAM SEED Series for a complimentary autograph session and main stage panel at New York Comic Con 2026.
GUNDAM SEED English Dub Cast Reunion: Schedule & Free Autographs
Bandai Namco Filmworks Inc. has announced that the English voice actors Matt Hill (Kira Yamato), Sam Vincent (Athrun Zala) and Matthew Erickson (Shinn Asuka) will reunite at New York Comic Con 2026 for a complimentary GUNDAM SEED Series autograph session on Thursday, October 8th.
GUNDAM SEED English Dub Cast Reunites for Complimentary NYCC Autograph Session
Matt Hill, Sam Vincent, and Matthew Erickson will reunite for a special autograph session at NYCC. Autographs will be complimentary, so make sure to have your Gundam collection ready to get them signed.
Event Name: GUNDAM SEED Series Autograph Session
- Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026
- Time: 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. EDT
- Location: Hall 1A Autographing
Appearing Guests:
- Matt Hill (English voice of Kira Yamato)
- Sam Vincent (English voice of Athrun Zala)
- Matthew Erickson (English voice of Shinn Asuka)
*All details are provisional and subject to change without notice.
*Autographs should be limited to Gundam-related items or items related to the guests.
GUNDAM Showcase 2026 @ NYC: SEED FREEDOM ZERO Main Stage Panel
The three voice actors will also appear for the “GUNDAM Showcase 2026 @ NYC – Feat. SEED FREEDOM ZERO” NYCC main stage panel later that day, alongside executive producer Naohiro Ogata and planning producer Kaori Shida for a discussion surrounding the latest news about MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM SEED FREEDOM ZERO.
Cast Members Join the “GUNDAM Showcase 2026 @ NYC” Main Stage Panel
Three of the voices that defined the GUNDAM SEED saga reunite at the NYCC main stage along with members of the production staff.
Join special guests Matt Hill (the English voice of Kira Yamato), Sam Vincent (the English voice of Athrun Zala), Matthew Erickson (the English voice of Shinn Asuka), Executive Producer Naohiro Ogata and Planning Producer Kaori Shida at the “GUNDAM Showcase 2026 @ NYC – Feat. SEED FREEDOM ZERO” panel event for an exclusive discussion of the latest news about MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM SEED FREEDOM ZERO.
Be among the first fans in the world to learn more about MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM SEED FREEDOM ZERO with special guests. This panel brings the latest Gundam news, upcoming initiatives, and fan experiences, providing a unique perspective from the team bringing Gundam to audiences worldwide.
Don’t miss this special opportunity to experience the future of Gundam at NYCC 2026! In addition to the exclusive panel, there are amazing giveaways, too!
- Date: Thursday, October 8th
- Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Eastern Daylight Time
- Location: MAIN STAGE
Special Guests:
- Matt Hill (the English voice of Kira Yamato)
- Sam Vincent (the English voice of Athrun Zala)
- Matthew Erickson (the English voice of Shinn Asuka)
- Naohiro Ogata (Executive Producer)
- Kaori Shida (Planning Producer)
Exclusive Panel Giveaways & Attendee Swag
Giveaways include:
- T-shirt
- Mobile Suit Gundam RG XARX-ZERO Poster
- Gundam Card Game Mobile Suit Gundam RG XARX-ZERO Promotional Card
- Gunpla shopping bag
- Gundam Introduction Book
- Gundam Card Game GUNDAM ROGUE ORBIT Promotional Card
- Inflatable Beam Saber
- 1/144 RX-78-2 GUNDAM Workshop Kit Ver.
- Gundam Introduction Leaflet
Please note that all distributed materials, including their contents and designs, are subject to change without prior notice.
Global Stream: How to Watch the SEED FREEDOM ZERO Announcement Online
Bandai Namco Filmworks Inc. will premiere a special program announcing the latest news on Mobile Suit GUNDAM SEED FREEDOM ZERO, streaming worldwide simultaneously from 3:45 p.m. EDT on Thursday, Oct. 8th.
The program will air on the GUNDAM CHANNEL INTL YouTube channel and deliver the same updates from the NYCC panel to audiences around the world. Please note that the stream is not a recording or live broadcast of the panel event, and all details are provisional and subject to change without notice.
Bandai Namco & TAMASHII NATIONS Booth Activations (Booths #2619 & #2417)
Bandai Namco will have additional events, special exhibits, and more throughout NYCC, including the Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America Booth (#2619) as the main hub for GUNDAM at the convention, and the TAMASHII NATIONS Booth (#2417) for GUNDAM retail and experiences.
TAMASHII NATIONS Special Panel “Ignite Your Soul”
- Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
- Time: 2:45 PM – 3:45 PM (EDT)
- Location: Room 409
TAMASHII NATIONS Booth Communication Counter
Activity: Meet and Greet Photo Op and Autograph Feat. GUNDAM SEED
- Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
- Time: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM (EDT)
- Special Guests: Matt Hill (English voice of Kira Yamato)
- Related Retail Item: MB Strike Freedom Gundam <Revival Ver.>
For more information and news related to GUNDAM, you can visit the official website and X account. For GUNDAM SEED Series please visit the official website and X social media account.
Note: The information above was sourced from a press release. All images ©SUNRISE.
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