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Invincible gladiators, lethal mercenaries and orc leaders capable of spreading terror in Middle-earth. Manu Bennett<\/strong> has spent years giving life to characters that leave their mark from the first moment they appear on screen. This 2026, he will arrive at San Diego Comic-Con Malaga<\/strong> as a special guest. <\/p>\n\n

Internationally recognized for his portrayal of Crixus<\/strong> in Spartacus<\/em>, Bennett turned the legendary Gallic gladiator into one of the series’ most beloved and remembered characters. Throughout his seasons, his evolution from fearsome rival to revolutionary leader transformed him into a fundamental figure within the Spartacus<\/em> universe. <\/p>\n

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He also won over fans of the DC universe with his role as Slade Wilson \/ Deathstroke<\/strong> in Arrow<\/em>. His performance brought a tremendous physical and emotional intensity to one of the series’ most celebrated villains, quickly making him one of the audience’s favorite characters. <\/p>\n\n

In The Hobbit<\/em> trilogy, directed by Peter Jackson<\/strong>, Bennett brought Azog the Defiler<\/strong> to life through motion capture, building one of the saga’s most imposing antagonists and main threat to Thorin the Oaken Shield.<\/p>\n\n

His career also includes series such as The Shannara Chronicles<\/em> and films such as 30 Days of Darkness<\/em>, consolidating a career closely linked to fantasy, action and science fiction.<\/p>\n

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With an overwhelming presence and a very special connection with the audience, Manu Bennett<\/strong> has become one of the most beloved guests on the international convention circuit.<\/p>\n\n

At San Diego Comic-Con Malaga 2026<\/strong>, you will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with one of the great faces of television and film fantasy of recent decades.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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