A number of popular Hollywood and TV stars are currently in Edinburgh as Comic Con got underway on Saturday.

Comic book fans across Scotland descended on the Royal Highland Show Centre to celebrate comic books, films, tv shows and more on October 11.

Ticket holders, who often dress up, can pose for photos with the stars and get autographs throughout the day.

Set up started during the week with organisers teasing ticket holders of production, queues started building during the early hours of Saturday before the show got underway.

Images shared on social media shows many familiar faces in attendance including Will Mellor, Ricky Tomlinson and Tyler Mane.

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Sharing some snapshots on Instagram, the team behind Comic Con said: “Our guests are in the coach on the way here and they cannot wait to see you.”

They later added: “Panels are in full swing with Will Mellor and Ricky Tomlinson on the Highland Stage.”

Fans have been posting selfies with their favourite stars at the event including Kat Graham and Jedward.

Over the past few weeks, a number of guests have sadly had to pull out of the event due to filming. Stars include Jason Isaacs, Lennie James and Dominic Sherwood.

Comic Con Scotland is taking place at the Royal Highland Centre from October 11 to October 12