Toei Company, Ltd. is bringing a major 55th anniversary celebration for the iconic Kamen Rider franchise to LA Comic Con 2026, running from October 30 through November 1 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Created by Shotaro Ishinomori in 1971, the tokusatsu superhero series has grown to encompass over 30 television installments and dozens of theatrical releases. The upcoming convention showcase will highlight the franchise’s rich legacy while introducing its current chapter, Kamen Rider MY-TH, and celebrating the conclusion of Kamen Rider ZEZTZ for North American fans and media.

The programming schedule features a Special Anniversary Panel on Saturday, October 31, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on the West Hall Gaming/Anime Stage. Featured creative guests include Yuya Takahashi, head writer of Kamen Rider ZEZTZ, and Naomi Takebe, longtime producer whose work spans previous entries as well as Kamen Rider MY-TH. Panel attendees can look forward to behind-the-scenes discussions on major series plot twists, franchise inspirations, potential new announcements, and a 55th Anniversary trivia challenge.

In addition to the panel, attendees will experience two North American film premieres held in Panel Room 411. Kamen Rider ZEZTZ: FAREWELL MISSION will screen on Saturday, October 31 at 2:30 PM, accompanied by an exclusive post-screening Q&A session with Takahashi and Takebe. On Sunday, November 1 at 1:00 PM, Toei will premiere Agito: Psychic War, celebrating the 25th anniversary of Kamen Rider Agito. Throughout the weekend, West Hall Booth #4804 will host official merchandise sales, exclusive activations, scheduled guest autograph sessions, and meet-and-greet photo opportunities featuring characters from ZEZTZ and MY-TH.