Rhys Darby's Live D&D Debut Promises Chaotic Mayhem at Gen Con 2026
Comedian Rhys Darby, beloved for Flight of the Conchords and Jumanji, is finally making his live Dungeons & Dragons debut! Fans have waited years for Darby to dive into the tabletop world. This exciting first hits Gen Con 2026, alongside "forever DM" Steve Wrigley.
The duo will lead "Rhys Darby and Steve Wrigley in Dungeons and Darby," an actual-play session guaranteed to be a chaotic spectacle. Darby, famed for almost everything else, finally takes on D&D live. Wrigley, known for his online D&D boasts, also makes his on-stage actual-play debut.
This two-hour one-shot promises unhinged hilarity and special guests. Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 1, 2pm ET, at the 500 Ballroom. No word yet on a live broadcast, but this Gen Con event is already shaping up to be legendary.
“Rhys Darby, known for almost everything else, is finally making his Dungeons & Dragons debut live at Gen Con 2026.”
Catzye Take
This is a must-see for fans of both D&D and Rhys Darby's unique brand of comedy. His improvisational style is perfect for actual-play, and pairing him with a 'forever DM' like Wrigley could lead to truly unscripted gold. Keep an eye out for potential broadcast announcements.
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