All the Harry Potter stars announced for Liverpool Comic Con

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A number of Harry Potter stars have been announced for Liverpool Comic Con. The event, which will take place at the Exhibition Centre from Saturday, November 9 to Sunday, November 10 will see fans come together to celebrate their favourite stars from the world of comic books, film, television and pop culture.

Aside from members of the Harry Potter cast, there have been many exciting announcements already made for the convention with Stranger Things star Noah Schnapp and members of Pretty Little Liars cast including Troian Bellisario and Keegan Allen among those heading to Comic Con.

Fans of the event have expressed their excitement about many of the announcements. On X, formerly known as Twitter, one fan posted: "Ooo my daughter has just gone nuts!! The Harry Potter panel looking great." Another ecstatic fan posted: 'Brilliant announcement some of my favourites.'

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Below are the Harry Potter stars who have been announced so far. There is a lot of anticipation building up around the convention which is set to take place in November.

Ralph Fiennes

Comic Con has announced Harry Potter star Ralph Fiennes as its latest guest. Comic Con returns to the Exhibition Centre from Saturday, November 9 to Sunday, November 10.

The actor is best known for his role as Lord Voldemort, the main antagonist in the Harry Potter films. Others may be familiar with his work in different projects including M in the James Bond movies, M. Gustave in The Grand Budapest Hotel, or his role in Schindler's List, where he played Amon Goeth.

Fans are thrilled with the announcement, with many taking to Facebook to express their excitement. One user said: "Now THAT is a headliner! Oh I love him so much. Been a huge fan all my life of everything he does. Thank you!"

Rupert Grint

Rupert Grint rose to fame for his role as Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter film series. He will be appearing on Saturday, November 9.

Many excited fans took to Facebook to share their excitement about this announcement. Cheryl White posted: ''I can't believe Rupert Grint is coming to Liverpool Comic Con. I love Harry Potter I love Rupert Grint.''

Jason Isaacs

Jason Isaacs has been announced for Comic Con. The Liverpool-born actor is best known for his starring role as Lucius Malfoy, head of the Malfoy family in Harry Potter. Others may be familiar with his work in different projects including Captain Hook in Peter Pan, or his recent role in Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris, where he played the role of Archie.

Jason will appear on both Saturday and Sunday events alongside Stranger Things actor Noah Schnapp, Marvel's Sebastian Stan and Pretty Little Liars' Troian Bellisario.

Harry Melling

The actor is best known for his starring role as Dudley Dursley, Harry Potter's insufferable cousin. Others may be familiar with his work in different projects including Harry Beltik in The Queen's Gambit, or his role in The Pale Blue Eye, where he played the role of Edgar Allan Poe.

Lucy Rose commented: "Tom Felton" with a prayer emoji. Harry will appear at the Sunday event. Another excited fan wrote: "Even more of the Harry Potter cast! Just need Tom next."

Christopher Rankin

Christopher Rankin, who plays Percy Weasley in the Harry Potter film franchise, will appear at the event on Saturday, November 9. Event organisers confirmed that Harry Potter fans can purchase a photo opportunity with Christopher Rankin for £30 plus booking fee.

One fan said: "Keep bringing more Weasley members in!! So happy! OMGGGG!" Another added: "He is such a lovely bloke. The polar opposite of Percy Weasley."

Warwick Davis

Warwick Davis, known for projects such as Harry Potter, Willow, Star Wars, and many more will be appearing at the convention this year. He will be appearing on the Sunday only.

Fans of Warwick can pay £50.00 (excluding booking fee) for an autograph and £50.00 (excluding booking fee) for a photograph.

Jessie Cave

Jessie Cave will be meeting fans at this year's Comic Con. She is best known for playing Lavender Brown in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. She also performed the voice of Lavender in the video-game adaptations of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2.

Jessie will appear on the Sunday event alongside Pretty Little Liars star Keegan Allen, High School Musical star Lucas Grabeel and many other major names.

Mark Williams

Mark is best known to fans for his role as Arthur Weasley, the man at the head of the Weasley family in Harry Potter. Others may be familiar with his work in different projects including The Borrowers, where he played Exterminator Jeff, Red Dwarf where he played the role of Olaf Peterson, or the eponymous Father Brown.

Mark will appear on both Saturday and Sunday events alongside Marvel actor Sebastian Stan, Supernatural's Jensen Ackles and Jim Beaver and Dragon Age creator Felicia Day.