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A behind-the-scenes look at San Diego Comic-Con, the world's largest comic book convention, and the fans who attend every year.
Top billed cast
Frank MillerSelf
Seth RogenSelf
Eli RothSelf
Kenneth BranaghSelf
Paul ScheerSelf
Stan LeeSelf
Thomas JaneSelf
Guillermo del ToroSelf
Matt GroeningSelf
Kevin SmithSelf
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