November 13-15, 2026 
Vibe Credit Union Showplace 
Celebrity
Guests
PHOTO OP SCHEDULE
The Spring 2026 Motor City Comic Con Photo Op schedule will be live no later than October 30th.
SEND-IN AUTOGRAPHS
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All guest appearances are subject to change or cancellation.
Listen, we don’t like it, but guests cancel sometimes. When you put together an AMAZING guest list such as ours with in working actors & creators, there are bound to be scheduling conflicts. Life happens, schedules change, things come up. Motor City Comic Con IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR GUEST CANCELLATIONS. In the case of a Guest Cancellation we will refund any Photo Op and/or Autograph tickets, etc. associated with the guest purchased but we do not offer any returns or refunds for Motor City Comic Con Admission tickets. Prices for table autographs, selfies, voice recordings, etc are subject to change.
Shawn Hatosy
Known For
The Pitt, Animal Kingdom, Fire Country, Southland, Cry Wolf
Shawn Hatosy is an acclaimed actor, director, and producer best known for his powerful portrayal of Andrew “Pope” Cody on TNT's hit drama Animal Kingdom, where he starred for six seasons and directed multiple episodes. Most recently, he earned an Emmy Award for his role as Dr. Jack Abbott on the acclaimed medical drama The Pitt, starring alongside Noah Wyle. Shawn also received widespread praise for his series-regular role on Southland and has appeared in Fire Country, Fear the Walking Dead, Dexter, and Reckless. His film credits include The Faculty, Alpha Dog, Outside Providence, and John Q. In addition to his acting career, Shawn continues to direct television and develop original projects.
James Marsters
Known For
Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Smallville, Dragon Ball Super
James Marsters is an actor, singer, and songwriter best known for his iconic role as Spike on the cult-favorite television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer and its spin-off Angel. He has also appeared as Brainiac on Smallville and had recurring roles in Hawaii Five-0, Torchwood, Caprica, Witches of East End, and Marvel's Runaways. Film credits include: P.S. I Love You, Cool Money, Shadow Puppets, House on Haunted Hill, and Dragonball Evolution. As a voice actor, James voiced Lex Luthor in Superman: Doomsday and is widely recognized as the narrator of The Dresden Files audiobooks. In addition to his acting career, James is an accomplished musician who has toured internationally and released multiple albums as both a solo artist and with his band, Ghost of the Robot.
Jake Weary
Known For
It Follows, Animal Kingdom, The Waterfront, It Chapter Two
Jake Weary is best known for his role as Deran Cody on the hit TNT crime drama Animal Kingdom, where he starred for six seasons alongside Finn Cole, Shawn Hatosy, Ben Robson, and Ellen Barkin. Most recently, he appeared in Netflix's The Waterfront, a drama inspired by true events that follows a family fighting to save their North Carolina fishing empire. Jake's film credits include Finding Steve McQueen, It Chapter Two, and the cult-favorite horror film It Follows. His television work also includes appearances in Dead City, Chicago Fire, and Pretty Little Liars, highlighting his versatility across drama, action, and suspense.