London’s MCM Comic Con returned to the ExCeL Centre this October — and it was a three-day pop culture explosion. From Final Fantasy VII Remake revelations to The Boys cast reunion, fans were treated to celebrity panels, exclusive screenings, and unforgettable moments that defined the weekend.
If you couldn’t make it, here’s everything you missed at MCM Comic Con October London 2025!
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The Heart of MCM: Cosplay, Creativity and Community
Before we dive into the celebrity panels, let’s talk about what really makes MCM Comic Con London special — the cosplay community.
Every October, ExCeL London transforms into a vibrant world of colour, craftsmanship and pure creative expression. This year was no exception. Thousands of fans brought their favourite characters to life — from Final Fantasy VII’s Cloud Strife and Tifa Lockhart to jaw-dropping recreations of Spider-Verse heroes, One Piece pirates, and Star Wars Sith Lords.
The Cosplay Central Stage buzzed with energy all weekend, hosting competitions, meet-ups, and workshops for beginners and seasoned creators alike. Highlights included the MCM Cosplay Masquerade, where participants showcased intricate handmade designs judged on accuracy, creativity, and stage presence.
Beyond the contest, the sense of community and acceptance was undeniable. MCM’s cosplay scene has long been a safe haven for self-expression — a place where fans of every background can connect through their love of fandom.
Day One: Final Fantasy VII Remake and God of War Take Centre Stage
The weekend kicked off in spectacular fashion with Final Fantasy VII Remake director Naoki Hamaguchi joined by voice actors John Eric Bentley, Briana White, Britt Baron, and Paul Tinto.
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Addressing fan rumours about the cancellation of the series’ third instalment, Hamaguchi was quick to set the record straight:
“That is absolutely not happening — it’s going ahead! We’re working very hard on the third part of the trilogy now… and we can’t wait to share it with you soon.”
Meanwhile, God of War icons Christopher Judge and Sunny Suljic took fans behind the scenes of the Norse saga. Judge teased that he’d love to see the next God of War explore Egyptian mythology — joking that it would be “a completion of my circle” after his Stargate days.
In a wholesome moment, Judge also revealed that his family still holds Tekken 8 tournaments at home:
“I’m Eddie — because his hair game’s on point.”
Day Two: Comedy Icons, Ghosts, and Retro Gaming Legends
Day two brought laughs and nostalgia as Superbad and Kick-Ass star Christopher Mintz-Plasse took to the main stage. Reflecting on his London filming days, he shared that the city “made me an adult,” and called for the Oscars to “take comedy more seriously.”
@mcmcomiccon Christopher Mintz-Plasse brought all the chaos to his MCM Comic Con panel 💥
Ghosts creators Laurence Rickard and Martha Howe-Douglas also gave fans a peek into the global success of their hit sitcom — with Rickard joking that “Spanish Robin is better than me.”
On the Live Stage, developers from Perfect Dark and TimeSplitters reunited to celebrate both games’ 25th anniversaries. Programmer Steve Ellis and designer David Doak reflected on Rare’s creative freedom post-GoldenEye 007, explaining how Perfect Dark’s heroine, Joanna Dark, was inspired by La Femme Nikita rather than Lara Croft.
Doak later touched on the challenges of modern game development, saying it’s now “so hard to innovate in shooters” — a sobering yet insightful moment for gaming fans.
Day Three: The Boys, Mass Effect, and a Predator Surprise
Day three went full-throttle with The Boys reunion featuring Karl Urban, Karen Fukuhara, Laz Alonso, and Tomer Capone. Urban teased that fans will finally learn the story behind Butcher’s scar in Season 5, while Fukuhara opened up about learning sign language for her role as Kimiko.
The panel ended on a high as the cast received two Guinness World Records — for Most In-Demand Action-Adventure TV Show and Most In-Demand Superhero TV Show.
@mcmcomiccon At MCM Comic Con @guinnessworldrecords surprised The Boys cast Karl Urban, Laz Alonso, Tomer Capone and Karen Fukuhara with an award for The Most In-Demand Action-Adventure TV show AND the most In-Demand Superhero TV Show! 🤩
The excitement didn’t stop there. The Mass Effect panel saw voice acting legends Jennifer Hale, Mark Meer, Ali Hillis, and Alix Wilton Regan discuss the evolution of the franchise and the future of voice acting amid the rise of AI.
“AI is a tool like a hammer,” Hale said. “But the sacred signal of the human soul in performance — that’s something tech can’t replace.”
Closing out the weekend, the cast of Predator: Badlands — including Elle Fanning and Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi — surprised fans with an exclusive 20-minute preview of the film. Director Dan Trachtenberg even hid premiere tickets under five lucky attendees’ seats.
What’s Next: MCM Birmingham Comic Con 2025 & MCM Comic Con London 2026 Returns!
As MCM London wrapped up, organisers confirmed that MCM Birmingham Comic Con will return 28–30 November 2025, promising to be “the biggest Birmingham show yet.”
And for those already feeling the post-con blues — don’t worry. MCM London Comic Con is back 22–24 May 2026 at ExCeL London.
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About MCM Comic Con
Since 2002, MCM Comic Con London has been Europe’s biggest pop culture event, celebrating everything from anime and gaming to cosplay and film. Produced by ReedPop — the same team behind EGX, New York Comic Con, and Star Wars Celebration — MCM continues to be the heart of UK fandom.
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About MCM Comic Con:
MCM Comic Con London is Europe’s largest fan convention, held at Excel London twice yearly since 2002, usually on the last weekend in May and October. The show is produced by ReedPop and welcomes tens of thousands of fans every year. At MCM Comic Con, attendees can expect to find everything from celebrity panels and exclusive premiers, to cosplay, comic book writing workshops, independent artists, live action role play. All these features, and more, make MCM Comic Con the ultimate celebration of pop and geek culture.
For more information visit: mcmcomiccon.com
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About EGX:
EGX is the UK’s largest video games consumer, trade and careers event. Produced by ReedPop, EGX features the latest games on both PC and console, stage presentations by well-known games designers and the opportunity to chat with developers on the show floor. Featuring the biggest collection of indie games anywhere in the UK, esports tournaments, cosplay competitions, gaming talent and content creators, the Leftfield Collection, tabletop games, the Career Fair and more, EGX is a huge 3-day celebration of gaming.
For more information visit: egx.net
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