Whovians are you ready? Doctor Who Season 15 is blasting our way soon and it sounds like it's going to be absolutely epic! We have got news on exciting new guest stars a first-ever animated episode and of course that all-important release date. Prepare to jump in the TARDIS for another unforgettable adventure!
Black Mirror and Slow Horses Star Kadiff Kirwan Joins Doctor Who for "Intergalactic Gargantuan Extravaganza" Episode
Exciting news alert! Kadiff Kirwan is officially joining the Doctor Who universe! You might know Kadiff from awesome shows like Black Mirror Fleabag Slow Horses and Chewing Gum. He is seriously talented and now he is set to bring his skills to the Whoniverse.
Kadiff is joining the Doctor played by Ncuti Gatwa and Belinda Chandra played by Varada Sethu for what is being described as an "intergalactic escapade". Kadiff himself is hyped calling his episode an "intergalactic gargantuan extravaganza" that is "packed with gravity-defying mastery beyond imagination." Sounds intense right?
Showrunner Russell T Davies is thrilled to have Kadiff on board saying he has admired his work for ages and that it was a "great day in the office" when they got him for the show. This episode is also penned by Juno Dawson a trans author who previously teased her episode would be the "most ridiculous" and "most expensive" Doctor Who ever. Color us intrigued!
Charlie Condou from Coronation Street Also Set to Guest Star in "Unforgettable" Doctor Who Episode
But wait there's more! Another fantastic actor Charlie Condou is also joining Doctor Who Season 15! You might recognize Charlie from shows like Coronation Street Midsomer Murders and Unforgotten. He is another brilliant addition to the already stellar cast.
Charlie is just as excited as Kadiff to be part of Doctor Who. He said he is "thrilled to be joining the Whoniverse having been a fan for so long". He also called his episode "one of the most exciting and unforgettable episodes so far!". Russell T Davies is equally delighted to work with Charlie saying some episodes need "all the talent we can throw at them" and that's why they called for Charlie Condou.
Animated Adventures Ahead: Doctor Who Breaks New Ground with First Ever Animated Segment in Series History
Hold on to your sonic screwdrivers because Doctor Who is about to do something totally new. Season 15 will feature the first ever animated segment in the show's long history! The Doctor and Belinda Chandra will be venturing into the realm of animation and meeting a quirky cartoon character named Mr Ring-a-Ding who is voiced by Alan Cumming.
This is a seriously cool and innovative move for Doctor Who showing that even after all these years the show is still finding ways to surprise and push boundaries. An animated Doctor Who segment? We cannot wait to see how this turns out!
Returning Faces and Stellar Guest Line-Up for Doctor Who Season 15
Of course Ncuti Gatwa and Varada Sethu are leading the charge but they are joined by some familiar faces and more amazing guest stars. Millie Gibson is back as Ruby Sunday and Bonnie Langford returns as Mel Bush. Jemma Redgrave is also back as UNIT leader Kate Lethbridge-Stewart and Anita Dobson is reprising her role as Mrs Flood.
Besides Kadiff Kirwan Charlie Condou and Alan Cumming other guest stars to look out for include:
- Rose Ayling-Ellis
- Freddie Fox
- Christopher Chung
- Rylan Clark
- Michelle Greenidge
- Jonah Hauer-King
- Ruth Madeley
- Susan Twist
That's a seriously impressive line-up folks! Season 15 is shaping up to be packed with talent both new and returning.
Mark Your Calendars: Doctor Who Season 15 Premieres April 12th!
The wait is almost over! Doctor Who Season 15 is set to premiere on Saturday April 12th. In the UK you can catch it on BBC iPlayer and BBC One. For international viewers it will be streaming on Disney+ where available.
Get ready for new episodes weekly as the eight-part season unfolds. It sounds like Russell T Davies Juno Dawson and the whole team are cooking up something truly special. April 12th cannot come soon enough!