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An incredible family affair. Cosplayers pose at San Diego Comic-Con International. Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images
An incredible family affair. Cosplayers pose at San Diego Comic-Con International. (Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)
The California Report

PHOTOS: Costumes, Celebrities and More From San Diego Comic-Con

The California Report

PHOTOS: Costumes, Celebrities and More From San Diego Comic-Con

Bianca Hernandez
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It's that time of year again, when fans flock to San Diego for Comic-Con International (or just SDCC for most people). Spanning media far beyond comics, the convention is a place for movies and tv shows to tease fans with new trailers and panels.

More than 100,000 were expected to converge on the convention, which ran from July 19 through 22. Teaser images and clips were seen at the panels for "Wonder Woman 1984," "Fantastic Beasts" and more, while shows like "Doctor Who" and "Riverdale" also gave fans much to look forward to in coming seasons.

At this con, fans aren't just attendees, they're part of the entertainment. From group costumes that take months of coordination, to custom-made ones that require some engineering skills, the pop-culture inspired outfits are a sight to behold.

Here are some of the highlights from this year's con.

Cosplayers dressed as Ellie and Carl from the film 'Up' outside San Diego Comic-Con.
Cosplayers dressed as Ellie and Carl from the film 'Up' outside San Diego Comic-Con. (Mario Tama/Getty Images)
Cosplayers pose while dressed as the White Queen and Queen of Hearts outside Comic-Con on July 20, 2018 at the San Diego Convention Center.
Cosplayers strike a pose while dressed as the White Queen and Queen of Hearts outside Comic-Con on July 20, 2018 at the San Diego Convention Center. (Mario Tama/Getty Images)
A boy smiles after posing with a cosplayer dressed as Black Panther outside San Diego Comic-Con on July 19, 2018 in San Diego, California.
A boy smiles after posing with a cosplayer dressed as Black Panther. Wakanda forever! (Mario Tama/Getty Images)
A dog is dressed as Captain America outside outside Comic-Con on July 20, 2018 at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego.
It's not just for humans! A dog is dressed as Captain America outside Comic-Con in San Diego. (Mario Tama/Getty Images)
(L-R) Director Patty Jenkins, and actors Chris Pine and Gal Gadot participate in the Warner Bros. Theatrical Panel for 'Wonder 1984' during Comic Con in San Diego.
Talk about wonderful: (L-R) Director Patty Jenkins, and actors Chris Pine and Gal Gadot participate in the Warner Bros. Theatrical Panel for 'Wonder 1984' during Comic Con in San Diego. (CHRIS DELMAS/AFP/Getty Images)
Jodie Whittaker poses with lego figure at BBC America's 'Doctor Who' at Comic-Con International 2018 at San Diego Convention Center.
Jodie Whittaker poses with lego figure at BBC America's 'Doctor Who' at Comic-Con International 2018 at San Diego Convention Center. She will be the first actress to take on the iconic role. ( Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for BBC America)
Guests attend the Bob's Burgers x Shake Shack Pop Up during Comic-Con International 2018.
Fans could also attend brand experiences, like this Bob's Burgers x Shake Shack Pop Up. This group costume was on theme. (Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)
A cosplayer poses while adjusting his mask dressed as Nacho Libre outside San Diego Comic-Con.
A cosplayer dressed as Nacho Libre poses while adjusting his mask outside San Diego Comic-Con. (Mario Tama/Getty Images)
Cosplayers pose at San Diego Comic-Con International 2018 on July 20, 2018 in San Diego.
Cosplayers from a galaxy not-so far away pose in their Star Wars costumes at San Diego Comic-Con International 2018. (Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)
Jason Momoa participates in the Warner Bros. Theatrical Panel for 'Aquaman' during Comic Con in San Diego.
Jason Momoa participates in the Warner Bros. Theatrical Panel for 'Aquaman' during Comic Con in San Diego. (CHRIS DELMAS/AFP/Getty Images)
The sidewalks around the San Diego Convention Center were crowded with attendees, some in costume and some not.
The sidewalks around the San Diego Convention Center were crowded with attendees, some in costume and some not. (Mario Tama/Getty Images)
E-scooters from Lime and Bird sit outside San Diego Comic-Con on July 20, 2018 in San Diego.
E-scooters from Lime and Bird sit outside San Diego Comic-Con on July 20, 2018 in San Diego. ( Mario Tama/Getty Images)

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