Guests

A true legend of British comedy and sci-fi, Christopher Ryan has brought some of the most unforgettable characters to life across stage and screen.

You’ll know him from the iconic anarchic comedy The Young Ones, his appearances in Doctor Who (including as the unforgettable Sontaran Commander), the razor-sharp brilliance of Absolutely Fabulous, festive favourite Santa Claus: The Movie, the outrageous chaos of Bottom — and of course as one of the menacing Driscoll Brothers in Only Fools and Horses!

From cult comedy to beloved sci-fi and classic British television, Christopher Ryan has been part of some of the most iconic productions ever made — and now he’s joining us at Abbey-Con on September 27th, 2026!
 

Sandeep is a British actor who appeared in several roles in the Star Wars saga, including a First Order Stormtrooper and First Order Snowtrooper in The Force Awakens, a Scarif Stormtrooper in Rogue One, and a Snowtrooper in The Last Jedi.

Away from Star Wars, Sandeep has appeared in a number of major films including Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2, Guardians of the Galaxy, Wonder Woman, Skyfall, Spectre, Edge of Tomorrow, World War Z, Prince of Persia, The Hitman’s Bodyguard and so much

John is best known to millions of viewers for his iconic role as the notorious Nick Cotton in EastEnders — one of the most memorable villains in British soap history. His unforgettable portrayal of “Nasty Nick” made him a true television legend.

Film & TV Highlights:

 - Appeared in the cult British classic Quadrophenia 

 - Featured in the original Star Wars: Return of the Jedi 

 - Plus appearances across many other television and film productions throughout his long and varied career.
 

Russell is best known as the author of the BBC weblog series and novel “Morris Telford’s Salopian Odyssey”, and across an incredible career he’s worked with creative legends including Clint Eastwood and Trevor Von Eeden. From advertising to film and TV, Russell continues to push creative boundaries—and he’s currently working on a brand-new creator-owned graphic novel set in Prohibition-era New York. 🖊️🗽

But that’s not all…

Russell will also be representing and promoting the work of the Jack Kirby Museum and Research Centre—celebrating one of the most influential and prolific creators in comic book history.

Jack Kirby helped bring to life some of the most iconic characters ever created, including:
💥 Captain America
⚡ Thor
💚 The Hulk
🤖 Iron Man
🛡️ The Avengers
🚀 The Fantastic Four
🧬 X-Men
🌱 Groot
🌌 Darkseid & The New Gods
…and many more!

The Jack Kirby Museum was founded to educate, inspire, and preserve the legacy of this extraordinary creator—ensuring his impact on comics and storytelling is never forgotten.

Tina appeared in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi as a Rebel Technician in the Headquarters Frigate’s Main Briefing Room—an unforgettable part of one of cinema’s most beloved sagas.

Her impressive career also spans several iconic films, including multiple James Bond adventures such as Die Another Day (Ice Palace scenes), A View to a Kill, The Living Daylights, and Octopussy.

Beyond that, she has featured in fan-favourite classics like Little Shop of Horrors, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Superman and so much more!

We’re thrilled to welcome Nick Owenford to Abbey-Con 2026! 🌟

🎭 With an incredible career spanning over 40 years, Nick has lit up both stage and screen with unforgettable performances.

✨ Theatre fans will know him from recent roles as Grandpa Joe in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: The Musical 🍫🎶 and John in Calendar Girls The Musical 🌻🎶

🌌 Sci-fi and fantasy fans, keep an eye out—you’ll recognise Nick as an ISB Supervisor in Andor 🚀, a TVA Judge in Loki ⏱️, and a Wizard across all three Fantastic Beasts films 🧙‍♂️✨

🎬 His screen credits don’t stop there:
Wonka 🍭
Fantastic 4 ⭐️
Peaky Blinders 🧥
The Crown 👑
BBC’s Ghosts 👻
Mary Poppins Returns ☂️

…and plenty more to discover 🌟

We’re excited to announce that Ben Charman will be joining us at Abbey-Con 2026!

An incredible artist in his own right, Ben brings his own unique style and creativity to everything he does. Together with his brother Joe, he’s part of the brilliant Shed Door Art Studios. 🎨

Come along, explore his work, and experience the talent for yourself!

We’re thrilled to welcome the amazing Joe Charman to Abbey-Con 2026!

You’ll recognise Joe from his viral skills videos, but seeing his work in person is a whole different level. As one half of Shed Door Art Studios, his creativity and talent are truly something special. 🎨🔥

Make sure you stop by, check out his incredible art, and say hello!

We are absolutely honoured to welcome Brian Wheeler back to Abbey-Con! 🎉

A hugely popular guest from our 2025 event — and it’s easy to see why! Brian brings with him an incredible range of autograph opportunities, with iconic appearances across film and TV including:
✨ Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
✨ Top Gear
✨ The Harry Potter film series
✨ The NeverEnding Story
…and so many more amazing productions!

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering his work for the first time, this is your chance to meet Brian in person, have a chat, grab an autograph, and snap that all-important selfie! 📸

We are very excited to announce that John Coppinger will be joining us at Abbey-Con 2026! 🎉

John is famously known for sculpting the iconic Jabba the Hutt for Star Wars: Return of the Jedi — a true piece of cinematic history! 🐌✨

His incredible talent spans across multiple legendary worlds and universes, with work featured in:
🎬 The Dark Crystal
🎬 The Fifth Element
🎬 Lost in Space
…and many more amazing productions!

With such an outstanding career behind him, we can’t wait to welcome John to Abbey-Con — this is a fantastic opportunity to meet a true master of his craft!

Next up, we’re thrilled to announce that John Chapman will be joining us at Abbey-Con 2026! 🚀

John is best known to Star Wars fans as an X-Wing pilot in A New Hope, taking his place in one of the most iconic space battles in cinematic history! 🌌✨

But that’s just the beginning…
John has built an impressive career as an actor, producer, and author, and is the creative mind behind the exciting Jonnie Rocket book series! 📚

We can’t wait for you all to meet John, hear his stories, and celebrate his incredible work across film and literature!