FAN EXPO San Francisco is right around the corner, and with it will come some particularly exciting panels that attendees won’t want to miss. The latest event in the FAN EXPO circuit of conventions, FAN EXPO San Francisco will feature an impressive schedule of panel discussions touching on a wide variety of subjects, including movies, TV shows, comic book adaptations, video games, science fiction, cosplay, and anime. The most exciting panels, however, are the ones that will feature FAN EXPO San Francisco’s celebrity guests attending to mingle and discuss their popular works with fans.
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The schedule for FAN EXPO San Francisco will take place across three days, starting Friday, November 29th and going until Sunday, December 1st in the titular city’s Moscone Center West convention venue. The panels are by far the hottest-anticipated events of the entire schedule, including several notable panels hosted by ScreenRant. The most captivating of these live discussions will give dedicated fans a personal glimpse into their favorite properties with big-name actors, producers, and directors appearing in the flesh to lend their expertise.
10 Randy Quaid: A Journey Through Film And Fame
Friday, November 29th at 6:00 pm
Cousin Eddie (Randy Quaid) smoking a cigar in his robe in the snow in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.
- Randy Quaid
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Many of the highly-anticipated celebrity appearances at FAN EXPO San Francisco won’t be simply to promote a single upcoming project, but to celebrate the entire filmography of a lauded film star. One such panel is titled Randy Quaid: A Journey Through Film And Fame, starring the eponymous comedy legend. Randy Quaid is a multi-talented performer known for his hilarious appearances in several notable classics, including National Lampoon’s Vacation and Independence Day.
Randy Quaid will be appearing at the panel in-person to discuss and answer questions about his lauded cinematic career. Though prestige comedies like Vacation and Kingpin may have been Quaid’s heyday, he’ll likely also be up for some riveting discussion about some of his more recent projects, such as The Christmas Letter and Balls Out: Gary the Tennis Coach. Randy Quaid: A Journey Through Film And Fame will begin on Friday, November 29th at 6:00 pm in the Moscone Center West’s theater 3, room 2002.
9 Inside The Action: Dolph Lundgren Live
Saturday, November 30th at 6:00 pm
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- Dolph Lundgren
Another big-name actor making an appearance at FAN EXPO San Francisco is none other than 80s action movie legend and real-life martial artist, Dolph Lundgren. Lundgren has appeared in many films, but is best known as the terrifying Russian boxer Ivan Drago in Rocky IV, a role he reprized in the modern day with Creed II. Gaining further acclaim for villainous roles, Dolph Lundgren is also notable as the lead antagonist of science fiction greats like Universal Soldier and Johnny Mnemonic.
However, Dolph Lundgren actually plays the hero more often than not, leading big-name IP adaptations like Masters of the Universe or The Punisher. Inside The Action: Dolph Lundgren Live will expand on Lundgren’s entire career as an actor, director, and martial artist with an intimate fan discussion. The panel will take place on Saturday, November 30th in Moscone Center West’s main theater on level 3 at 6:00 pm.
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8 One-On-One With Danny Trejo!
Saturday, November 30th at 11:00 am
- Danny Trejo
- Claire Lim
Danny Trejo has been a familiar face in the FAN EXPO circuit, returning once more to grace the halls of FAN EXPO San Francisco with his down-to-earth presence. Another member of action movie royalty, Danny Trejo is best known as Machete in Robert Rodriguez’s bloody film series of the same name, a character he also somehow appears as in the same director’s Spy Kids series. From Breaking Bad to From Dusk Till Dawn, Danny Trejo is a well-established actor anywhere intense, graphic violence meets the southern border of the United States.
These days, Trejo is more apt to spend his time lending his distinct gravelly voice to various animated kids’ shows, such as Monsters at Work and Big City Greens. Trejo will join the affable broadcast and host Claire Lim for a panel that discusses his works with fans while engaging in a few exciting games. The panel begin at 11:00 am in the main theater.
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7 Life In The Spotlight: Priscilla Presley Speaks
Saturday, November 30th at 10:45 am
- Priscilla Presley
- Victor Dandridge
Few panelists at FAN EXPO San Francisco have had a more fascinating life than Priscilla Presley. Most famous for being the wife of legendary musician and king of rock, Elvis Presley, Prisicilla’s story was recently told in the real-life biopic Priscilla, directed by Sofia Coppolla. Presley’s own life and career outside of her marriage warrants a discussion all its own, however, becoming a respected actress thanks to her roles in the TV show Dallas and the spy spoof movie series, The Naked Gun.
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Recently, Priscilla has committed to lending her voice to a fictionalized version of herself in the animated espionage comedy show Agent Elvis. Priscilla’s panel will give a valuable insight into her life and long journey throughout pop culture directed by notable moderator and commentator, VIctor Dandridge. Life In The Spotlight: Priscilla Presley Speaks will begin at 10:45 am on Saturday, November 30th in the Moscone Center West’s theater 2 on the third floor.
6 Long Live Los Pollos Hermanos With Giancarlo Esposito
Sunday, December 1st at 11:00 am
- Giancarlo Esposito
- VIctor Dandridge
Once upon a time, Giancarlo Esposito was a well-respected, but seldom recognized character actor who would occasionally show up in the background of big movies as a goofy side character, doing so in Maximum Overdrive and Do the Right Thing. Today, Esposito is widely known thanks to his chilling portrayal of the ruthless drug kingpin Gus Fring in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. His success in the role has led him to be cast as similar villains in projects like The Mandalorian, Far Cry 6, The Boys, and the upcoming Captain America: Brave New World.
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Referencing the chicken restaurant chain his character used as a business front in Breaking Bad, Long Live Los Pollos Hermanos with Giancarlo Esposito aims to pilot a discussion about the beloved performer’s works. Once again, the conversation will be guided by the affable Victor Dandridge. Festivities begin at 11:00 am on Sunday, December 1st in the main theater.
5 Andy Serkis: Master Of Motion And Magic
Sunday, December 1st at 11:00 am
- Andy Serkis
- Joe Deckelmeier
Needing little introduction for those tuned in to the nerdy, Andy Serkis is a Hollywood icon with a very particular set of skills. Renowned for his work on motion capture characters like Gollum in Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings movies, Caesar in the Planet of the Apes prequel trilogy, or King Kong in Jackson’s self-titled remake, no one knows how to bring a CGI creaiton to life quite like Andy Serkis. He’s also more than capable of great work in traditional roles as well, appearing in superhero movies like Black Panther and The Batman to turn in valuable work.
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Andy Serkis’ dedicated panel at FAN EXPO San Francisco will dive deep into his storied career, discussing his upcoming work behind the camera as well as his legacy in front of it. The panel will be hosted by ScreenRant’s own Joe Deckelmeier, a dedicated journalist with a profound passion for the likes of Serkis’ work. The delve into Andy Serkis’ lauded accomplishments will begin at 11:00 am on Sunday, December 1st in the main theater.
4 The Flash: A Heroic Journey With The Cast
Saturday, November 30th at 4:00 pm
- Grant Gustin
- Carlos Valdes
- Danielle Panabaker
- John Wesley Shipp
- Candice Patton
- Tom Cavanagh
- Victor Dandridge
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In 2023, CW’s long-running superhero drama The Flash finally drew to a satisfying close, and with it the entire continuity of the Arrowverse, which spanned multiple different series. To help say goodbye, the majority of The Flash‘s main cast will be reminiscing on the series with fans and reflecting on their long journey with a heartfelt panel. Attendees include Carlos Valdes, Danielle Panabaker, John Wesley Shipp, Candice Patton, Tom Cavanagh, and Barry Allen himself, Grant Gustin, who remains to this day many DC fans’ favorite live-action Flash.
Keeping such a stacked panel on track will be a hefty task, but luckily, experienced host Victor Dandridge is up for the challenge of coordinating the conversation. Seeing Barry, Iris, Caitlin, Cisco, Henry, and Harry (or at least, their actors) together again in one place will be well worth the price of admission for fans of The Flash. The discussion will begin at 4:00 pm on Saturday, November 30th in the main theater.
3 Man Of Steel And Women Of Strength: Tyler Hoechlin And Bitsie Tulloch In Conversation
Saturday, November 30th at 1:00 pm
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- Tyler Hoechlin
- Bitsie Tulloch
- Joe Deckelmeier
The Flash won’t be the only DC superhero show to get its dues at FAN EXPO San Francisco’s panels this year. Tyler Hoechlin and Bitsie Tulloch, the titular couple of Superman & Lois, will be the features of a panel all their own in which they will discuss what it’s like to play such a famous comic book couple. Hoechlin is also well-known for his time on the series Teen Wolf and in romantic comedies like Palm Springs, whereas Tulloch is also noteworthy for her time as Juliette Silverton / Eve on NBC’s Grimm.
The title of the panel implies that the discussion may encompass some of the sensitive themes expertly navigated by Hoechlin and Tulloch on Superman & Lois, which presents one of the best Clark and Lois romances ever adapted for live-action. Once again, Joe Deckelmeier is up for the task of directing the riveting panel. Man Of Steel And Women Of Strength: Tyler Hoechlin And Bitsie Tulloch In Conversation will begin at 1:00 pm on Saturday, November 30th in the main theater.
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2 Hail To The King: A Conversation With Bruce Campbell
Sunday, December 1st at 3:00 pm
- Bruce Campbell
- Claire Lim
Another FAN EXPO regular, Bruce Campbell will be returning to the convention at FAN EXPO San Francisco for another wonderful time. The horror-comedy icon is best known for his character Ash Williams in the lauded Evil Dead franchise, recently retiring from the role in live-action for the final time in the series Ash vs. Evil Dead, though an animated revival promises to continue the war against the Deadites into the future soon. Beyond cameos in other Sam Raimi films, Bruce Campbell is also known for the espionage thriller comedy show Burn Notice and the bizarre mummy creature feature, Bubba Ho-Tep.
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Always quick with a snappy joke when interacting with fans, Campbell’s antics will be guided by the experienced Claire Lim in a lively panel that will examine his illustrious career. The unforgettable hour won’t be one to miss for returning FAN EXPO passholders and newcomers alike. Named after his iconic catchphrase in Army of Darkness, Hail To The King: A Conversation With Bruce Campbell starts Sunday, December 1st at 3:00 pm in the main theater.
1 Born Again: Meet Charlie Cox & Wilson Bethel
Sunday, December 1st at 4:00 pm
- Charlie Cox
- Wilson Bethel
- Claire Lim
By far one of the most exciting panels coming up at FAN EXPO San Francisco is the chance to meet the stars of the upcoming Daredevil: Born Again. Charlie Cox’s Matt Murdock soon became one of the most iconic comic book character performances around thanks to Netflix’s Daredevil series, good enough for the MCU to poach in recent years. Wilson Bethel also featured as a major antagonist of the final season, but will officially become Daredevil’s nemesis Bullseye in the hotly-anticipated revival series.
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It’ll be incredible to see both Charlie Cox and Wilson Bethel share the stage to spill whatever they can about the show, entering a discussion with fans led by Claire Lim. There are countless questions for both Charlie Cox and Wilson Bethel to address about their upcoming characters, and some valuable answers may be unearthed on Sunday, December 1st at 4:00 pm in the Moscone Center West’s theater 2 on the third floor. While this panel might be one of the most exciting, it’s just one of the many promising events held at FAN EXPO San Francisco.