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Episode 214: Simon Pegg MCM Panel

Here is the full Simon Pegg panel from MCM London.

Simon discusses The Dark Crystal, Star Trek, Star Wars, the Cornetto trilogy, Ready Player One and, Spaced.

Simon Pegg is an English actor, comedian, screenwriter, and producer. He came to public prominence in the UK as the co-creator of the Channel 4 sitcom Spaced, directed by Edgar Wright. He went on to co-write and star in the Three Flavours Cornetto film trilogy: Shaun of the Dead (2004), Hot Fuzz (2007), and The World’s End (2013). He and Nick Frost wrote and starred in the sci-fi film Paul (2011).



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Episode 213: Alex Rider MCM Interview

Here is the press room interview for the upcoming ‘Alex Rider’ TV series, by Sony Pictures. Recorded at London’s MCM Comic Con.

Present are Anthony Horowitz (Executive Producer), Guy Burt (Writer), Otto Farrant (Alex Rider), Vicky McClure (Mrs Jones), Ronke Adekoluejo (Jack Starbright).
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Full catherine Tate panel from MCM

Last week, Catherine Tate took part in a Q&A at London’s MCM comic con.

It’s extremely funny and Catherine is exactly how you’d like her to be.

Catherine Tate is an English comedian, actress, and writer. She has won numerous awards for her work on the sketch comedy series The Catherine Tate Show as well as being nominated for an International Emmy Award and seven BAFTA Awards. Following the success of The Catherine Tate Show, Tate played Donna Noble in the 2006 Christmas special of Doctor Who and later reprised her role, becoming the Tenth Doctor’s regular companion for the fourth series in 2008.

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Episode 155:Being Human MCM roundtable

In which Martyn, along with 15 other journalists interview the cast of Being Human. Russell Tovey talks about waking up to find an Italian woman in his house, Aidan talks about Poldark and what we can expect from series 2. Lenora Critchlow talks about the joys of living alone and her favourite memory of Being Human.

Being Human was a supernatural comedy-drama television series. It was created and written by Toby Whithouse.

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122,634 people attended MCM

This weekend saw record crowds flock to MCM London Comic Con, with 122,634 visitors passing through the doors of Britain’s biggest modern pop culture show. After eclipsing 110k back in October 2014, the event has made a further leap — comfortably breaking the 120k barrier. 

Running over a full three days for the first time, the Excel London event featured everything from movies, videogames and comic books to anime, manga and cosplay – not to mention an amazing line-up of special guests from the world of film and TV.

 

“We’d like to thank everyone who attended for making this MCM London Comic Con our best ever,” said show co-organiser Bryan Cooney. “We hope that you’ll all be able to come back in October for a second — possibly even bigger — instalment in 2015. Tell your friends!”

 

Among the stars meeting fans at the latest London Comic Con were geek goddess Felicia Day (The Guild, Supernatural); Gillian Anderson, taking part in a panel for indie sci-fi film Robot Overlords; Iain de Caestecker and Nick Blood from Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.; John Noble (Lord Of The Rings, Fringe, Sleepy Hollow) and Doctor Who’s Sylvester McCoy.

 

Show goers also got to attend Q&A panels featuring Raffey Cassidy from Disney sci-fi adventure Tomorrowland: A World Beyond, new BBC series Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell, ITV drama Jekyll and Hyde, brand new Brit superhero flick SuperBob and YouTube favourites The Yogscast.

 

Joining them were stars from such shows as hit CW superhero drama Arrow, NCIS, The Walking Dead, Once Upon A Time, Orphan Black, Falling Skies, Storage Hunters and Scorpion, plus top voice actors including Hynden Walch, Mark Meer and Gideon Emery and our Anime Guest of Honour, mecha illustrator Hidetaka Tenjin.

 You can see much more from the show by following the MCM Buzz Stage episodes.

 The next MCM London Comic Con is October 23 – 25. Keep an eye on mcmcomiccon.com for more details.

Listen to our interview with Felicia Day 

How to survive a London comic con

With MCM Expo around the corner, it’s time to prepare for a day of excitement and fun. Here’s a handy guide to help you survive a London comic con:

  1. Arrive Early

Parking fills up quickly and public transport can be hectic, so arriving early is key. Aim to get there by 8:30 AM and grab breakfast at a nearby restaurant. This will give you enough time to queue up before the doors open at 10 AM. Don’t forget to check out the schedule and plan your day.

  1. Virtual Queues

If you’re planning to meet big-name stars, be prepared to join a virtual queue. You can hit them up first, and then come back at your allocated time.

  1. Dress for Comfort

Comic cons require a lot of walking, standing, and sweating, so make sure you wear comfortable shoes and clothing. Shorts are a good idea even in the winter since venues can get hot. Bring extra deodorant to stay fresh and consider carrying a backpack to store your snacks and memorabilia.

  1. Pack Essentials

Along with snacks and memorabilia, bring water and a portable charger for your phone. Con prices for food and drink can be exorbitant, so it’s best to bring your own.

  1. Plan for Breaks

If you need a break, there are tables to sit at, but they fill up quickly. Consider finding a nearby pub to relax and recharge.

  1. Plan Your Day

To make the most of your time, plan out a strategy for the day. Check out the timetable online beforehand and mark what you want to attend. Make an alternate list in case you can’t get in or don’t want to wait in long lines. If you’re only attending for one day, prioritize the booths/celebrities you’re most interested in and then explore the rest.

With these tips, you’ll be ready to tackle MCM Expo and have a great time.