Meep from Doctor Who, inset David Tennant as the Fourteenth Doctor
Summary Ncuti Gatwa lauds showrunner Russell T. Davies’ incredible writing for Doctor Who. Gatwa is stepping in to play the series’ Fifteenth Doctor, following returning actor David Tennant’s brief stint as the Fourteenth Doctor for the Doctor Who 60th anniversary specials. Gatwa recently debuted in the role in the third anniversary special, “The Giggle,” and will return to play the Time Lord for the upcoming Doctor Who seasonal special, which premieres on December 25.
The role itself is an honor to take on, absolutely and the show is beloved to all the UK and around the world. But Russell's writing was what sealed the lid of like, I have to get this job. I want to work with this writer. As an actor, I want to work with this . This writer is exceptional, he's going to challenge me, and I feel like I'm going to become a cleverer person after working with him.
Doctor Who's Most Recent Specials Have Already Showcased The Best Of Russell T. Davies Close Davies originally served as the showrunner for Doctor Who from 2005–2010, bringing back the series for its 21st-century revival. These years were considered some of the best on the show, spanning the seasons with Tennant’s beloved Tenth Doctor.
The Doctor Who 60th anniversary specials also showcased the respect Davies has for the legacy of Doctor Who. In “The Giggle,” Davies brought back The Toymaker, one of the most notorious villains from the classic series. “The Star Beast,” on the other hand, saw the TV debut of a Doctor Who comic. While still introducing new characters, Davies clearly has a reverence for the existing Doctor Who lore.
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