DOCTOR Who star Paul McGann is heading to the Isle of Wight’s first Comic Con in November.

McGann, who played the eighth doctor, became a cult movie hero for his leading role in the classic film Withnail and I, starring alongside Richard E. Grant.

His career has also included performances in Steven Spielberg’s adaptation of the JG Ballard’s book Empire of the Sun, Ripper Street, Holby City, Waking the Dead and Luther.

Comic Con is due to be held at Northwood House on November 4 and 5.