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David Warner: 1941-2022

David Warner: 1941-2022

David Warner has died, aged 80. The actor’s family have confirmed to the BBC that he passed away from “a cancer-related illness”. “Over the past 18 months he approached his diagnosis with a characteristic grace and dignity,” Warner’s family said in a statement. “He will be missed hugely by us, his family and friends, and remembered as a kind-hearted, generous and compassionate man, partner and father, whose legacy of extraordinary work has touched the lives of so many over the years….

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Doctor Who composer confirms Jodie Whittaker’s final special is his last

Doctor Who composer confirms Jodie Whittaker’s final special is his last

Doctor Who composer Segun Akinola has confirmed he will be leaving the BBC series following Jodie Whittaker’s final special as the Thirteenth Doctor. In a post on Twitter, Akinola shared a photograph of a recent music score for Doctor Who, which had been autographed by members of the show’s cast and crew. “Three Series, One Doctor, Four companions. The last few years on #doctorwho have been an amazing experience,” he wrote. “I’d planned to stay for as long as Chris & Jodie were…

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Doctor Who ‘gets behind-the-scenes spin-off series on BBC Three’

Doctor Who ‘gets behind-the-scenes spin-off series on BBC Three’

The reported show will begin with the 60th anniversary special and the surprise return of David Tennant and Catherine Tate. Returning Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies has commissioned a special behind-the-scenes series ahead of the next season with new Doctor Ncuti Gatwa, according to reports. The BBC Three Doctor Who spin-off series will be titled Doctor Who: Unleashed and give fans a sneak-peek at the filming process, beginning with the 60th anniversary special next year and the surprise return of David Tennant and…

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Doctor Who actors spotted filming in central Bristol

Doctor Who actors spotted filming in central Bristol

Doctor Who stars David Tennant and Neil Patrick Harris have been seen filming in Bristol for the show’s 60th anniversary episode. It was the first time Harris has been seen on set since his involvement was announced yesterday. During filming, Tennant could be seen in his classic trench coat protecting the occupants of a car, while crowds of people were running away. The show celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2023. It was recently revealed that Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa will…

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Neil Patrick Harris joins Doctor Who

Neil Patrick Harris joins Doctor Who

Emmy and Tony-winning actor and comedian Neil Patrick Harris joins the cast of Doctor Who Neil Patrick Harris, American star of stage and screen, has joined the cast of Doctor Who and is currently filming scenes set to air in 2023 as part of the show’s 60th anniversary. Russell T Davies, Showrunner said “It’s my huge honour to open our studio doors for the mighty Neil Patrick Harris… but who, why, what is he playing? You’ll just have to wait. But…

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Rachel Talalay returns for 60th anniversary

Rachel Talalay returns for 60th anniversary

After directing several popular Peter Capaldi episodes, Talalay has been brought back to helm the return of David Tennant and Catherine Tate. Following the announcement of new Doctor Ncuti Gatwa and the return of former series stars David Tennant and Catherine Tate, we now know the director set to work with Tennant and Tate on new material airing in 2023. And happily for fans, it’s another familiar face. British-American director Rachel Talalay, known for helming popular Doctor Who episodes starring Peter Capaldi (including his…

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Doctor Who gains its own heartstopper as Yasmin Finney joins cast

Doctor Who gains its own heartstopper as Yasmin Finney joins cast

Yasmin Finney has joined the cast of Doctor Who playing the character of Rose and is filming scenes that are due to air in 2023 to coincide with the show’s 60th anniversary. Currently captivating audiences with her performance as Elle Argent in Heartstopper, Yasmin is receiving rave reviews across the globe. Another Rose?🌹➕🔷 https://t.co/wclrvdmSBp — Bad Wolf (@BadWolf_TV) May 16, 2022 Speaking of joining Doctor Who Yasmin says: “If anyone would have told 8 year old Yasmin that one day…

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They’re back… David Tennant and Catherine Tate return to Doctor Who

They’re back… David Tennant and Catherine Tate return to Doctor Who

One of the most loved pairings in Doctor Who’s history have reunited and are filming scenes that are due to air in 2023 to coincide with the show’s 60th anniversary celebrations. They're back! David Tennant and Catherine Tate return to Doctor Who ❤️❤️➕🔷 #DoctorWho Read more here ➡️ https://t.co/kdsAkcYA8C pic.twitter.com/3iBfEnmDa1 — Doctor Who (@bbcdoctorwho) May 15, 2022 Doctor Who: David Tennant and Catherine Tate to return – BBC News. ⁦@lizo_mzimba⁩ https://t.co/RfjX522RX2 — Bad Wolf (@BadWolf_TV) May 15, 2022 The Doctor…

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Ncuti Gatwa is the new Doctor!

Ncuti Gatwa is the new Doctor!

There aren’t quite the words to describe how I’m feeling. A mix of deeply honoured, beyond excited and of course a little bit scared. Unlike the Doctor, I may only have one heart, but I am giving it all to this show.” — Ncuti Gatwa Star of stage and screen Ncuti is best known for his critically acclaimed performance in Sex Education as the iconic Eric Effiong, for which he was awarded Best Actor Award at the Scottish BAFTAs in 2020…

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Legend of the Sea Devils: Official Rating

Legend of the Sea Devils: Official Rating

The BBC’s Lizo Mzimba has reported that, Doctor Who’s 7-day catch up audience figures are 3.47 million. A (proportionately) bigger rise than usual. Makes it the BBC’s best performer of the day, the third biggest overall after ITV’s The Thief, His Wife and the Canoe (8.66m) and BGT (6.94m). And 24th in the weekly chart. Doctor Who's 7-day catch up audience figures are 3.47 million. A (proportionately) bigger rise than usual. Makes it the BBC's best performer of the day,…

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