James McAvoy to headline MCM Birmingham amid X-Men reboot buzz

Scottish actor James McAvoy will be a headline guest at MCM Birmingham Comic Con later this year, organizers said, and his appearance comes as renewed industry talk about Marvel Studios' X-Men reboot has prompted another high‑profile actor to express interest in the role of Professor Charles Xavier. McAvoy, 46, is scheduled to attend the three‑day event at the National Exhibition Centre from November 28 to 30, 2025, with a spotlight panel on the Main Stage on Saturday, November 29, and autograph and photo opportunities on both Saturday and Sunday. Separately, Laurence Fishburne told an audience at New York Comic Con that he would like to be considered for the part of Professor X in the MCU reboot.

MCM Birmingham Comic Con, produced by ReedPop, said McAvoy will discuss his career and meet fans during the weekend. McAvoy rose to prominence on television, notably in Channel 4's Shameless, and gained acclaim in film roles including The Last King of Scotland, Atonement and the comic book adaptation Wanted. He first played a young Charles Xavier in 2011's X-Men: First Class and has returned to the role in subsequent franchise entries. The convention will include celebrity panels,...