From Narnia to the Grishaverse: Ben Barnes Talks Darkling, Caspian & More! Tampa Bay Comic Con 2025

Step into the worlds of Narnia, the Grishaverse, and Marvel mayhem! Ben Barnes takes the stage at Tampa Bay Comic Con 2025 for a thrilling panel celebrating his most iconic roles — the noble Prince Caspian, the enigmatic Darkling, and the tortured villain Billy Russo (Jigsaw) from The Punisher. In this candid conversation, Ben reflects on his journey from fantasy royalty to complex antiheroes, shares behind-the-scenes stories, answers fan questions, and teases what’s next. Whether you’re a fan of Shadow and Bone, The Chronicles of Narnia, or Marvel’s The Punisher, this is one panel you don’t want to miss. But that’s not all... He finally addresses the rumors and fan-casting frenzy around HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter reboot: Will he play Sirius Black? Hear his reaction live on stage — honest, funny, and full of surprises.