Hollywood stars to headline Hong Kong Comic Con

Hollywood stars Mads Mikkelsen, Giancarlo Esposito and Christopher Lloyd will headline Hong Kong’s first “comic con” this May, the organisers have said, as the city joins major destinations worldwide by hosting its own take on these popular fan conventions celebrating pop culture.Hong Kong Comic Con 2026 will be held from May 29 to 31 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, with the organisers announcing the trio as the first confirmed international guests and saying more names would be revealed in the coming months.Mads Mikkelsen at the 2026 European Film Awards in Berlin, Germany. Photo: ReutersMikkelsen is known for his roles in the television series Hannibal and films including Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Fantastic Beasts. Esposito has appeared in Breaking Bad, The Mandalorian and The Boys, while Lloyd is best known for his role as Doc Brown in the Back to the Future film trilogy.The three-day event will feature celebrity meet-and-greet sessions, autograph and photo opportunities, live panel discussions and stage programmes.Fan-focused attractions on the show floor will include pop culture exhibitions, an artist alley featuring original comic art, a cosplayer zone and displays of rare collectibles and convention-exclusive merchandise.Organisers said the event would also host content and intellectual property launches alongside appearances by international guests and live discussions tailored for fans.