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Ezra Weisz, voice director of Miraculous Ladybug, moderated the Miraculous: The Next Chapter panel at SDCC 2025 for the show’s 10th anniversary. The panel opened beautifully with a stunning montage celebrating the show’s decade-long journey. Bryce Papenbrook, the beloved voice of Cat Noir, appeared from the shadows after a crowd chant echoed through the hall.
“It’s so good to be part of a franchise that has such positive messages,” he said, delving into how the show has touched both his life and the fans around the world. He went on to reflect on how long he’s voiced Adrien, sharing that his own kids have grown up alongside the series and become fans of the very show he’s helped make miraculous.
Cristina Valenzuela, Miraculous Ladybug herself, then took the stage to another round of thunderous applause. She reflected on how Miraculous has grown with her and herself grown with Miraculous.
“This is a big question, I’ve definitely seen Marinette grow in lots of different ways. You know, she’s finally found the courage in her to start dating Adrien. She’s become a leader, and I think she’s been through so much and comes back with a positive attitude,” Valenzuela said.
As far as how she felt in her own change, she left that up to Weisz and the cast. Weisz says he has seen their evolution and growth from the hearts of Valenzuela and Papenbrook.
The cast and panelists shared a video of the best moments from Season 6, highlighting the emotions the show continues to spark globally. They teased fans to keep their eyes peeled for jaw-dropping surprises in upcoming episodes, including long-awaited transformations.
Andy Yeatman, CEO of Miraculous Corp, then took the stage. “Miraculous has been condensed into one company, Miraculous Corp, to grow the brand around the world. So what does that mean for you? You can expect to see your favorite characters in new formats and meet new heroes along the way. Our goal is to inspire heroes across the globe. And now, we have a brand-new special, Miraculous: Stellar Force, which takes place in Tokyo.”
When the audience erupted with excitement, Weisz laughed, “Peer pressure is powerful,” prompting cheers from the crowd.
Thomas Astruc, creator of the series, then appeared in a video message to share, “We’re cooking up many projects for you, just like Stellar Force. It’s a different recipe but made with the same amount of love. I hope you enjoy it when you finally get to see it in a few months.”
This kicked the panel into high gear, with a sneak peek behind the scenes revealing the magic of the show’s production. A breakdown of animatic layers, CG layout, and genga all came together on screen to showcase the craftsmanship behind the 2D animation.
Then the moment fans had been waiting for, a full look at Miraculous: Stellar Force. And just when it seemed like it couldn’t get better, the team revealed that Stellar Force wouldn’t just be a one-off special–it’s a full series coming soon to Disney+.
Even the audience Q&A led to some heartfelt moments. One young girl asked a question that prompted a particularly touching answer from Yeatman.
“There weren’t many female superheroes on screen,” he said, “and we wanted to make a Parisian hero who was a strong female lead.”
Weisz followed up, “They’ve done so much to show inclusion on screen. Love is love is love.”
A standout moment came when a fan asked the cast about their favorite emotional moments from the series. Valenzuela reflected, “My two core memories come from the movie. When we went back to record the ADR, and that final scene where Marinette takes off her mask, it really hit me. It did a lot to me.”
Papenbrook added, “Most of the time we’re having fun, but the emotions Adrien goes through are very real. Season 6 takes us places. He’s going through some stuff, and it really comes through.”
As the panel wrapped, it felt less like a marketing pitch and more like a celebration. A decade of Miraculous Ladybug, still evolving, still inspiring, and still very much loved.
Stay tuned to The Beat for more coverage from SDCC ’25.
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