“Doctor Who” 2024: what you need to know about season 14 with Ncuti Gatwa

Ncuti Gatwa is the new star of Doctor Who after the anniversary special on December 9.

THE Sex education the actor was chosen in 2022 before the previous star Jodie Whittakerthe last episode. Russell T. Davieswho led the 2005 relaunch of WHO and left alongside David tennant in 2010, he returned as showrunner for the 60th anniversary specials and season 14.

“Ncuti dazzled us, took over the Doctor and possessed those TARDIS keys in seconds,” Davies said in a May 2022 statement. when Gatwa was announced in the role. “It’s an honor to work with him, and it’s awesome, I can’t wait to get started.”

Scroll down to learn more about the upcoming 14th season of Doctor Who:

When will ‘Doctor Who’ season 14 air?

After the three 60th anniversary specials (learn more about these here) on BBC and Disney+, Gatwa episodes are expected to begin during the “festive period”. Disney+ has confirmed that the Doctor Who The holiday special, titled “The Church on Ruby Road,” will air Dec. 25. The last four winter specials have aired on New Year’s Day, making this the first premiere on Christmas Day since 2017.

What does Ncuti Gatwa think about being the new doctor?

“There aren’t really words to describe how I feel,” he said in a press release. “A mix of deeply honored, beyond excited and of course a little scared. This role and this show mean so much to so many people around the world, including myself, and each of my incredibly talented predecessors has handled this unique responsibility and privilege with the greatest care. I will do my best to do the same.

Who is the 15th Doctor’s new companion?

The BBC and Disney+, the American streaming company for the new season, announced in November 2022 that Millie Gibson will play Gatwa’s sidekick, Ruby Sunday.

“While I am still in complete disbelief, I am beyond honored to be chosen to play the Doctor’s companion,” Gibson said in a November 2022 statement. “It is the gift of a role and a dream come true, and I will do everything to try and fill the boots that my companions have traveled before me in. And what better way to do that than to be alongside the fabulous Ncuti Gatwa, I just can’t wait to get started.

Gatwa is equally excited. “Much too excited to travel the universe and fight monsters with this one,” said the barbie The star captioned an announcement on Instagram at the time. “Believe me, we have so much in store for you.”

What is Ncuti Gatwa like as a doctor?

In December 2022, Disney+ and the BBC revealed the first photo of Gatwa and Gibson in their typical character costumes. The new star wore a bright orange shirt with a dark orange plaid jacket and pants. He completed the look with silver rings and Gallifreyan nail art. Gibson, meanwhile, wore a denim jacket with blue shorts and tights underneath.

Who plays Jonathan Groff?

THE Spring awakening The actor was officially announced in a “key role” in May 2023. The first photos of his character, who has not yet been revealed, show him with the Doctor and Millie in Regency-era clothing .

Groff said in a statement: “I’m so excited to delve into the extraordinary mind of Russell T. Davies and watch the incredible Ncuti Gatwa soar in this iconic role!”

Which ‘Drag Race’ alum is joining ‘Doctor Who’?

RuPaul’s Drag Race season 5 champion Monsoon Jinkx landed a “major role” on Doctor Who. While further character details haven’t been revealed, the Broadway alum is excited to get into the TARDIS.

“I am honored, delighted and absolutely excited to join Doctor Who! Russell T. Davies is a visionary and a brilliant writer – I can’t wait to get into the thick of it with him and the team,” the artist exclaimed in an April 2023 statement. “I Hope there’s room in the TARDIS for my luggage.”

Which companion returns?

Bonnie Langford joined for the first time Doctor Who in 1986 in the role of Melanie Bush, the companion of the Sixth and Seventh Doctors, played by Colin Boulanger And Sylvester McCoy, respectively. She made an appearance in 2022 during Whittaker’s final episode as the 13th Doctor.

Who is the Duchess?

Game Of Thrones alum Indira Varma is about to play The Duchess. It’s unclear whether the mysterious royal will be related to Suzie Costello, the character she starred in in 2008. Doctor Who spin off Torch wood.

“I am delighted to be in Doctor Who and particularly excited to cross cosmic paths with Ncuti, as the Doctor, and I can’t wait to create interplanetary mischief with him,” she said in a May 2023 statement. “I loved playing Suzie Costello for Russell T. Davies in Torch wood so I’m excited to enter this world again.

Who is in the cast of “Doctor Who” season 14?

Other confirmed members of season 14 include Lenny Rush like Morris and Aneurin Barnard like the “mysterious” Roger ap Gwilliam. No further details have been released about their characters.

The Bridgerton Chronicles star Nicholas Coughlan will appear in the Christmas 2024 special where she will reunite with Gatwa, who was her barbie costar.

“Heading to the Whoniverse 👽,” Coughlan captioned an announcement of his casting news via Instagram in November 2023. “@russelltdavies63 (is) the most charming man in the world, thank you so much for asking me to join you in the joy that is Doctor Who and for allowing me to share the screen with the ridiculously brilliant @ncutigatwa how lucky I am I – loving every minute of it.

Gatwa commented: “Barbie and Ken are coming back again 😍💖.”