
Davies' excitement and willingness to take the series in a new direction can only suggest an exciting future for Doctor Who. Other Doctor Who spinoffs Davies hopes to create still remain unknown, but for now, the news of a UNIT-focused series is an exciting announcement for Whoniverse. Davies previously produced spinoffs, such as Torchwood and the Sarah Jane Adventures, which exemplifies his interest in expanding the Doctor Who universe. Chris Chibnall, showrunner for series 11-13, was often scrutinized for the controversial direction he took on Doctor Who, so Davies' homecoming suggests a hopeful future for the much-loved series.Ī project focused on UNIT will not be the first expansion of the Doctor Who universe. Jodie Whittaker's time as the Doctor, unfortunately, saw a decreased viewership every week and lower ratings for episodes. BBC has struck a deal for Disney+ to become the new international distributor (outside of the United Kingdom and Ireland) for the series beginning with the three 2023 specials.Davies and Tennant's return seem like a hopeful move to regain viewership to where it once was. Jemma Redgrave (born 14 January 1965) played Kate Stewart in several Doctor Who stories both on television and on audio for Big Finish Productions. Overall, it’s a move that makes sense based on reuniting with Tennant and Tate for the 60th Anniversary, and for leading the hopeful relaunch of Doctor Who into the mainstream of the United States. For information about Jemma Redgrave related to upcoming releases, see Jemma Redgrave/Spoilers.

He is returning to Doctor Who, after orchestrating the show’s return in 2005 and showrunning the eras of the 9th and 10th Doctor. Following this, Doctor Who will return as a serialized show with eight episodes for the 14th series (which is currently in production).Īll of these upcoming specials and episodes are under the supervision of new showrunner Russell T. By the end of the three specials, Ncuti Gatwa will be formally introduced as the 15th Doctor in a Christmas Special episode.

Tennant will be reunited with fan-favorite companion Donna Noble, played by Catherine Tate. This comes after the surprising regeneration during Jodie Whittaker’s final episode as the 13th Doctor last year. They will see David Tennant returning to his iconic role of The Doctor as the 14th incarnation. This will begin with three specials commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the historic series. OkDsuC2ZMh- Doctor Who January 9, 2023ĭoctor Who is currently in the process of a soft relaunch that will begin at the end of 2023. UNIT returns! Jemma Redgrave returns as Kate Lethbridge-Stewart, and UNIT, the long-running organisation set on defending the Earth, returns in the next series of #DoctorWho.Īneurin Barnard also joins the series as the mysterious Roger ap Gwilliam.
