Andrew Garfield Swings into Abu Dhabi for MEFCC 2025

Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC) has just revealed its next big name – and it’s a spectacular one. The Amazing Spider-Man himself, Andrew Garfield, is heading to Abu Dhabi for an unforgettable appearance at the region’s biggest pop culture event, taking place at ADNEC Centre from 19 – 20 April 2025.

The Web-Slinger returns

Whether you loved him in The Social Network, were moved by Hacksaw Ridge, or got swept away in The Amazing Spider-Man films, Andrew Garfield has more than earned his place in Hollywood royalty. With a Golden Globe® and Tony® Award under his belt, and upcoming roles in After the Hunt with Julia Roberts and The Magic Faraway Tree, Garfield continues to show range, charm, and charisma with every performance.

Of course, fans will know him best as Peter Parker, bringing a witty, emotionally raw take on Spider-Man that captured hearts around the world. And yes, he’s back to meet fans in person right here in Abu Dhabi.

A star-studded MEFCC 2025 Line-Up

Andrew Garfield isn’t the only fan favourite confirmed for this year’s MEFCC. The star line-up also includes:

Natalia Dyer – Best known as Nancy Wheeler in Stranger Things
Grant Gustin – The Flash himself
Charlie Cox – The beloved Daredevil
Ian McDiarmid – The iconic Emperor Palpatine
Emily Rudd – One Piece’s pirate queen, Nami
Vincent D’Onofrio – Kingpin of Marvel fame
Colleen O’Shaughnessey – The English voice of Tails from Sonic the Hedgehog

Plus, anime fans are in for a serious treat with legendary Japanese voice actors taking the stage, including:

Daiki Yamashita (My Hero Academia)
Hideo Ishikawa (Itachi from Naruto)
Kotono Mitsuishi (Sailor Moon)
Tetsuya Kakihara (Fairy Tail)
Kentaro Ito (Bleach)

Your Chance to Meet a Cinematic Icon

Whether you grew up watching Garfield swing through the skyline or were introduced to him in Spider-Man: No Way Home, this is your moment to get up close and personal with one of cinema’s most beloved stars.

Meet the Star schedules are now live at mefcc.com – don’t miss your chance to be part of the action!