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Directed by Deadpool & Wolverine's Shawn Levy, the upcoming Star Wars: Starfighter currently finds Ryan Gosling in the lead, with Pearl star Mia Goth also on board. Now, the Star Warsspin-off has found the perfect actor, a sci-fi icon and Marvel star, to play the movie's villain.

Somehow, Palpatine returned, or at least Matt Smith is returning to Star Wars after having almost appeared in The Rise of Skywalker. Smith is best known for playing the Eleventh Doctor on the hit sci-fi series Doctor Who from 2010 to 2013. Smith currently stars as Daemon Targaryen in House of the Dragon and will next be seen in Darren Aronofsky's Caught Stealing.

Deadline reports that Matt Smith has signed on to play the villain in Star Wars: Starfighter. No details have been given about Smith's role or the plot of Star Wars: Starfighter, but the film is set for release on May 28, 2027, in time for Star Wars' 50th anniversary.

Star Wars: Starfighteris shaping up to be something pretty incredible. The Ryan Gosling-led movie from director Shawn Levy and writer Jonathan Tropper just got an exciting update: It will have Doctor Who star Matt Smithas the main villain of the film. This is exciting for fans who have been waiting for Smith to show up in the franchise after he was originally supposed to pop up in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalkerbut was ultimately cut from the film. There is no word yet on who exactly he'll play, just that he was cast as the film's villain.

This is now the fourth time in franchise history that Smith has taken on a villain role after his defining role as the Eleventh Doctor on Doctor Who. He went on to star as Daemon Targaryen in House of the Dragonas part of the Game of Thrones franchise, he was Milo in Morbius,...

Jodie Whittaker's stint as the Thirteenth Doctor in Doctor Who may have been controversial and sadly led to a drop in ratings, but fans were pleased to see her return to the role in the most recent finale, alongside Ncuti Gatwa's departing fifteenth incarnation. A hugely talented actress, Whittaker has continued to deliver top performances despite the mixed reception to her Doctor Who era, with her recent starring role in Toxic Town alongside the likes of Aimee Lou Wood and Bridgerton's Claudia Jessie illustrative of this.

Now, fans of Whittaker can officially get their first glimpse of her next project, a six-part British crime thriller in which the Broadchurch star appears alongside Vigil lead Suranne Jones, who is herself a Doctor Who alum. The series is titled Frauds and is scheduled to hit ITV later this year, although an exact release date is yet to be announced. The...

At a time when the future of Doctor Who remains so uncertain, it is easy to look back through time at the timey-wimey genius to have come before. In the modern era, the likes of Christopher Eccleston, David Tennant, Matt Smith, Peter Capaldi, Jodie Whittaker, and, most recently, Ncuti Gatwa, have held the key to the Tardis and endeared themselves to millions of fans. However, Doctor Who would be nothing without its companions, with one of the most underrated in the modern era hinting at how a return could be on the cards.

During a recent episode of the podcast Making a Scene, Russell T. Davies was in conversation with comedian David Walliams and former companion Matt Lucas, who played Nardole on the series, and suggested any potential return was doomed to fail, saying, "You're kind of doomed. I worry about Nardole being left there because the Cybermen are on their way.

One of the most controversial television talking points of 2025 so far has been Doctor Who Season 2 and its strange ending. After returning showrunner Russell T. Davies used nostalgia to set up the promise of many an intriguing twist, it seemed the final episode dropped most of these in favor of a rushed finish that, although defended by some, left many more with a sour taste in their mouths.

So controversial was the ending that the Disney era of the timey-wimey series seems all but over, with no confirmation on the show's future yet announced. This comes in light of the surprise and reportedly re-shot ending of Season 2 that saw the titular Time Lord's latest incarnation, Ncuti Gatwa, regenerate into Billie Piper, marking her third return to the series in earnest. This has left many to speculate about Gatwa's exit, with the man himself recently telling the BBC's The One Show...

Ncuti Gatwa played the Fifteenth Doctor for a mere two seasons of Doctor Who. Now, he's revealed what he regrets about his time as the titular Time Lord.

While appearing on The One Show, via ScreenRant, he was asked about Doctor Who. Gatwa said he regretted never getting to face off against the Doctor's most iconic enemies. "I never got to fight a Dalek. A Dalek or a Cyberman," he said. "I mean, just the crux of Doctor Who. So, might do that! Might go fight a Dalek!"

Virtually every Doctor has gotten to fight a Dalek or Cyberman or both - the one exception being Paul McGann's Eighth Doctor, who only appeared in the Doctor Who TV movie. However, he did get to fight them in the Big Finish audio adventures.

Gatwa never got to fight iconic baddie The Master either. He got to fight The Rani, who is another rogue Time Lord,...

As Doctor Who plots a return with the eponymous Time Lord seemingly taking on the form of a previous companion, Billie Piper is reacquainting herself with the secrets of the universe.

Following the Season 15 finale of the rebooted BBC One/Disney+ series, in which the Ncuti Gatwa‘s 15th Doctor regenerates to take the form of Piper’s Rose Tyler, the actress recently recalled how she came to return to the Tardis.

“This is such a minefield, I have to really engage with how I answer this,” she said at Florida Supercon. “All I can say is, I was approached very last-minute, and I can’t talk about in what capacity, but I found it very emotional to film, and I think it’s a really great ending.”

Noting she had to keep the finale twist a secret, Piper explained, “I just found it quite moving, and it was really...

Dan Cohen, Paramount’s chief content licensing officer and president of its Republic Pictures label, is leaving the studio as it prepares to complete its merger with Skydance.

Paramount did not comment on whether Cohen would be replaced in those roles, but in an internal memo to staff, Cohen wrote that he is “working with our senior leadership to ensure a smooth transition. As we move toward the anticipated close of the Skydance merger, Iexpect there will be clarity on the future leadership structure.”

Having joined Paramount in 2017 as president of worldwide television licensing, Cohen was well known in the...

Ncuti Gatwa has revealed one of his biggest regrets from his time as the Fifteenth Doctor on Doctor Who. When Doctor Who returned in 2023 following the 60th anniversary specials, it seemed like the start of a new era: Disney's co-production gave the show a previously unheard-of budget, and Ncuti Gatwa's casting was undeniably historic, injecting the show with a fresh, frenetic energy.

With former showrunner Russell T. Davies back at the helm, there was nothing the new Doctor seemingly couldn't accomplish, except, as it turns out, fight Doctor Who's most iconic villains. During an interview on the UK program The One Show (via RadioTimes.com), Gatwa revealed his biggest regret about his two-season stint as the Doctor:

"I never got to fight a Dalek. A Dalek or a Cyberman. I mean, just the crux of Doctor Who. So, might do that! Might go fight a Dalek!"

What Gatwa's Comments...

As Ncuti Gatwa returns to the stage for the first time following his departure from Doctor Who, a new glimpse has been revealed at his upcoming historical drama. The Sex Education star joined the long-running British sci-fi drama in 2023, taking on the role from David Tennant. Gatwa left Doctor Who in the final moments of season 15's "The Reality War."

Following his Doctor Who departure in May, Variety has unveiled a new glimpse at Gatwa's next major role. The actor will return to the stage in The Royal Shakespeare Company's Born With Teeth, where he will play English playwright Christopher Marlowe alongside fellow Sex Education star Edward Bluemel, who will play William Shakespeare. The play, directed by Daniel Evans, will begin preview performances on August 13 and run through November 1. Check out the new images below:

What Gatwa's Next Role Means For His Post-Doctor Who Career The Actor Previously Stated...

“The Roses” is a new satirical comedy feature, directed by Jay Roach, based on the 1981 novel “The War of the Roses” by Warren Adler, starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Olivia Colman, Andy Samberg, Allison Janney, Sunita Mani, Ncuti Gatwa, Jamie Demetriou, Zoë Chao and Kate McKinnon, opening August 29, 2025 in theaters:

“…life seems easy for picture-perfect couple ‘Theo’ and ‘Ivy’, with successful careers, a loving marriage and great kids.

“However, a tinderbox of fierce competition and hidden resentments soon emerge when Theo's career nosedives…”

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Filming for Sony and Marvel’s Spider-Man: Brand New Day is getting underway this week in Glasgow.

Location shooting will take place from the end of July until mid-August in the Scottish city, with American flags popping up as Glasgow is transformed into New York, according to local media reports.

Shooting is also taking place at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire.

The latest Spider-Man instalment sees UK actor Tom Holland reprise the titular role, with Destin Daniel Cretton directing. Zendaya and Jacob Batalon are expected to return, with Sadie Sink joining the cast. It is scheduled for release in July 2026. Amy Pascal...

Exclusive: Alex Marx’s Isabella Blow biopic The Queen Of Fashion, starringAndrea Riseborough in the leading role,has wrapped its UK shoot and unveiled the full cast, includingDane DeHaan, Stacy Martin, Joe Cole and Ncuti Gatwa.

Oppenheimer’s DeHaan stars as Blow’s husband, Detmar Blow, with Gangs Of London’s Cole as designer Alexander Lee McQueen.

Michelle Dockery plays BritishVogue editor Alexandra Shulman, while Emily Beecham stars as Isabella’s best friend Lucy Birley. Stacy Martin plays designer Daphne Guinness, with Bafta-winning Ncuti Gatwa as fashion designer at Tatler magazine, Michael Roberts.

Bafta winner Miranda Richardson and Sebastian De Souza are also starring,...

Russell T Davies's return to Doctor Who was not the rousing success most fans had expected it to be. Ratings steadily declined throughout both seasons, and while the BBC's partnership with Disney+ helped give the series a big budget feel, Davies's "woke" storylines split opinions and the show never really found a huge international audience. 

The Doctor Who franchise has often been praised for its diversity. However, many felt that the showrunner was being too heavy-handed with storylines about incels, same-sex relationships, and non-binary aliens. 

We still don't know whether Disney+ will continue to invest in the series, though it seems doubtful. Rumours are already swirling about the British broadcaster seeking a new creative partner, and a fresh start without Davies at the helm.

Ncuti Gatwa bid farewell to Doctor Who after just two seasons and a handful of specials, passing the baton to Billie Piper. She played companion...

In the closing seconds of the Doctor Who finale episode "The Reality War", Ncuti Gatwa regenerated. Fans weren't expecting that to happen, and they definitely didn't expect the Doctor to regenerate into Billie Piper, the actress who played Rose Tyler in season one of the revived show.

There has been a lot of discussion around the shock regeneration. Piper wasn't credited as "The Doctor" in the closing credits of "The Reality War", when all other new Doctors have been. So fans aren't sure if she's actually the Doctor, or something else entirely - Rose herself, maybe, or her powerful alter-ego Bad Wolf. Some fans have also criticized the development, frustrated that the regeneration seemed to have been done so haphazardly - and now Piper herself has spoken out about it at Florida Supercon 2025, via Radio Times.

When Piper was asked how the regeneration came about, she was very cagey about it.

Season 15 of Doctor Who introduced viewers to Belinda Chandra, portrayed by Varada Sethu. She was the newest companion in this long-running science fiction series, but her story came to an immediate end during the series finale, when she decided to stay on Earth and take care of her daughter, Poppy. In a recent interview with MTV, the actress broke her silence about her exit, claiming that the show tied up her story "beautifully."

Sethu appeared on the newest MTV series, Chaiming In, and according to LinkedIn, the Doctor Who actress is the show's first guest. In it, she shared her experience starring in not just Doctor Who, but other franchises like Jurassic World Dominion and Star Warsvia Andor. When asked about her thoughts on the fan reactions in the finale, she noted that there was an overwhelming amount of love for her character, and she acknowledged that there were people...

"The Roses is a cautionary tale about romance." Searchlight Pictures has debuted a new promo featurette for The Roses, an upcoming comedy from filmmaker Jay Roach. "All's fair when love is war." Life seems easy for this couple, however that's all about to change. A tinderbox of competition and resentments hidden underneath the façade of a picture-perfect couple is ignited when the husband's professional dreams come crashing down and his (ex-)wife's career as a chef takes off. An updated, modern take on the book "The War of the Roses" written by Warren Adler, which was already made before into 1989 comedy of the same name. The first trailer arrived a few months ago already - it's still set to open in September this fall. The Roses cast includes Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman, with Andy Samberg, Allison Janney, Belinda Bromilow, Sunita Mani, Ncuti Gatwa, Jamie Demetriou, Zoë Chao, and Kate McKinnon.

Belinda Chandra may be one of the most controversial Doctor Who companions. She grabbed attention for not being afraid to call out the Doctor. But now that her time on the show is over, some fans believe Belinda was an example of wasted potential -- and actor Varada Sethu disagrees.

Sethu told MTV UK that she felt some of the criticism about the way Belinda was written out was "unfair." In fact, she was a big fan of how Belinda's arc ended. "I think the writing was beautiful. It think it was tied up in a way that was perfect, I cannot think of a better way of completing that circle," she explained.

However, Sethu added that she understood where the fans were coming from. "But it’s always like, 'Oh, I can’t believe I won’t get to see Belinda [again],'" she added. "It’s a frustration that...

Varada Sethu shares her reaction to some of the criticism about her Doctor Who exit. Sethu appeared in one episode of season 14, but was added to the cast of Doctor Who season 15 as the Doctor's companion, Belinda Chandra. Belinda became an unwilling companion after being saved by the Doctor and only wants to get back to Earth.

The Doctor Who season 15 finale saw Belinda become the mother of a young girl, Poppy. Poppy was created as the result of a wish, which originally had her as the daughter of the Doctor and Belinda. However, after reality is changed, Poppy is shown to still have Belinda as her mother, but a human father. Some viewers found this to be a poor way for Belinda to leave the show, as she had motherhood forced upon her.

In an interview with MTV UK (via RadioTimes), Sethu responds to the criticism around her departure.

Doctor Who has a very big vacancy right now -- though former star Ncuti Gatwa was replaced by Billie Piper, no one has confirmed that Piper is playing the next Doctor. In fact, Russell T Davies has stated he "[has] no idea."

All this speculation has caused a popular British actor to come out and say he'd like to take on the role of the next Doctor. According to The Mirror, Danny Dyer -- who co-starred in Rivals with former Doctor David Tennant -- is interested in the part, and has some ideas for how he'd play it.

“It's such an iconic thing to do,” Dyer said. “It’s almost -- not on the same level -- like James Bond. It’s a character that’s loved by so many.... It gives you an opportunity with Doctor Who, because of the nature of the work, to bring something left-field, something a bit mental,...

It's been a few months since the fifteenth series of Doctor Who finished its run on Disney+, and now series star Ncuti Gatwa is opening up about his experience on the show. He even shares how he and former Doctor Who star Matt Smith connected over their similar roles. If you weren't aware, Smith portrayed the Eleventh Doctor while Gatwa portrayed the Fifteenth Doctor. However, they did not appear on the series at the same time.

News of Gatwa's casting as the Fifteenth Doctor broke out in May 2022. He would star in the role in both Doctor Who series 14 and series 15 on Disney+ before stepping away from the part in May 2025. At the time of his exit, it was unclear why exactly he was departing the British sci-fi series. But in July 2025, Gatwa finally addressed the speculation.

While appearing as a guest on the BBC’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg,...

After Ncuti Gatwa’s statement about leading Doctor Who being a strenuous job, former writer of the show Mark Gatiss said that the series should go on a hiatus. Gatiss wrote several episodes for the revived show and has had an obsession with the series since his childhood, having written for magazines and producing a documentary on Doctor Who.

Gatiss, who also played multiple roles in the show, mentioned that the series had survived a hiatus before, and maybe it was time for another one (via Prospect Magazine).

It’s been back for 20 years, which is an awfully long time. Almost as long as its original run. That’s pretty spectacular. So maybe it’s time for another rest. I really don’t know. I only know that I still love the show with all my heart.

Doctor Who’s future is currently unclear as the series grapples with low...

While promoting his new film, Benedict Cumberbatch put in perspective how non-environmentally friendly Hollywood productions tend to be, as he appeared on the Ruthie’s Table 4 podcast. Cumberbatch inevitably fielded questions about being in the Marvel Universe and when he spoke about getting into shape for Doctor Strange, he mentioned how he had to eat five meals a day, plus snacks like boiled eggs, almonds and cheese in between meals in order to bulk up. Cumberbatch admitted how “it’s horrific eating beyond your appetite.”

Reminiscing about his meals got him thinking about how he found Hollywood productions less green. According to Variety, the Sherlock star said, “Going back to responsibility and resourcefulness and sustainability, it’s just like, ‘What am I doing? I could feed a family with the amount I’m eating.’” He would then continue to say,

It’s a grossly wasteful industry. Think about set builds that aren’t recycled,...

Thanks to the most recent season of the sci-fi series, it's impossible not to compare the current era of everyone's favorite timey-wimey show, Doctor Who, and the iteration that reintroduced the world to its time and space-travelling antics back in 2005. With both eras helmed by Russell T. Davies, although to entirely different results, Doctor Who's recent trend of leaning heavily into nostalgia has left many yearning for a time when said nostalgia was simply the fresh, new brand of the series.

After bringing back David Tennant and Catherine Tate, fondly remembered as the series' best Doctor/companion partnership, the mission statement of Davies' new era was set, with a heavy dose of the past in an attempt to bring back once-impressive viewing figures favored instead of a vision for the future in a show that has lasted thanks to its embracing of chance. This all culminated in the recent...

EastEnders star Danny Dyer’s vision for a working-class Doctor Who could actually be a good thing for the franchise. The show is on a hiatus at the moment, after Ncuti Gatwa exited the franchise after two seasons as the Fifteenth Doctor. His tenure was filled with controversies, with people trolling his identity to fans criticizing the writing.

Dyer, who is best known for playing Mick Carter in EastEnders till 2022, mentioned that if he were ever to play the part of the Doctor, he would make him more working-class to set him apart from other actors. He said that he would not be a ‘posh’ Doctor (via Digital Spy).

would be an incredibly working-class Doctor Who. Yeah, maybe a bit alpha. What I do, really. You’ve hired me for a reason – I don’t think you’d want me to come in and play Doctor Who, you know, really posh....

Doctor Whofirst premiered on BBC in 1963, and over time, has become a cultural phenomenon, lasting 62 years. Now, the latest iteration of the franchise has the honor of earning Doctor Who its first Primetime Emmy nomination in six decades.

The series, which airs on Disney+, was noticeably snubbed in the major categories like acting, directing, and writing, but, per Radio Times, Doctor Who snagged a nomination for Outstanding Choreography for Scripted Programming. Choreographer Jack Murphy was nominated for “There’s Always a Twist,” a dance scene during the episode titled “The Devil’s Chord.”

“There’s Always a Twist” in Doctor Who

In the episode, the Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and his companion Ruby (Millie Gibson) took a dance break after visiting The Beatles at Abbey Road. After the pair defeat the Maestro (Jinkx Monsoon), restoring music to the world, the Doctor and Ruby dance through the halls of the famous studio...

It has now been nearly two months since the jaw-dropping finale of Doctor Who Season 2, with Ncuti Gatwa calling time on his tenure as the titular Time Lord, with the world left stunned as the former Sex Education actor regenerated into Billie Piper. The ending didn't just leave fans on a knife's edge, it also seemingly concluded the entire series, with it still not known what the future of Doctor Who looks like. Despite the return of formerly successful showrunner Russell T. Davies, dropping ratings and wide-reaching fandom backlash have left many disappointed with the Disney era.

Among these many disappointments have come the swirling rumors surrounding the show's future, as well as speculation as to how such a messy ending could've been allowed. With numerous plot lines unresolved and a strong suggestion that Gatwa's regeneration was filmed as late as February in a re-shoot, Doctor Who fans simply want answers.

A month and a half after the season 15 finale, the BBC has updated fans on Doctor Who’s future and its Disney partnership. Doctor Who's fate has been a major question mark since before Ncuti Gatwa's second season ended. After Gatwa’s shocking regeneration, fans have been more eager for answers. Unfortunately, rumors have circulated online that Disney will not continue co-producing the show, andDoctor Who will be canceled.

After an abundance of confusion about the status of Doctor Who season 16, we finally have a small update. The BBC’s CEO, Tom Fussell, has addressed Doctor Who’s future when speaking to Deadline, offering hope that the show will continue with season 16. He said this:

"[The BBC remains] really committed to Doctor Who and is continuing to look at ways in which we can bring the show to fans. Fans love the Doctor Who brand. It’s been that way since...

There's a lot of uncertainty surrounding Doctor Whoat the moment. After the last installment of Series 15, Episode 8, titled "The Reality War," ended on a regeneration cliffhanger, the direction of the story was unclear.

Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, BBC Commercial CEO Tom Fussell reaffirmed the studio's commitment to the series. "We're really committed to Doctor Who," he said. "We really want to carry on looking at ways for fans to interact with the brand. We look after the brand, whether it’s at Comic Con, merchandising, or whether it’s the distribution deal we've done."

Despite his positivity, Fussell was unable to emphatically confirm the series' fate. "The BBC and Disney haven't made a decision yet," he explained."When they do, they'll announce it. There's no point me speculating on it. But Doctor Who is a much-loved brand by everyone in BBC Studios, and we love being part of that story.

Doctor Who, the iconic 62-year-old British sci-fi show, has just earned its very first Emmy nomination for the 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards. Following Ncuti Gatwa's abrupt departure, Billie Piper's surprise regeneration, and the show's unconfirmed renewal status, the future of Doctor Who has never felt quite so precarious. This Emmy nomination couldn't have come at a better time.

While Doctor Who might not be competing for the biggest Emmy awards, with shows like Andor, The Bear, Severance, Shrinking, The Last of Us, The Studio, and more duking it out for Best Drama, Best Comedy, and the Best Actor/Actress categories, Doctor Who has earned a nomination for Outstanding Choreography for Scripted Programming, alongside other nominees Bridgerton, Étoile, Severance, and Will Trent.

The nominated routine, "There's Always A Twist," comes from the show's Beatles-inspired episode, "The Devil's Chord," featured in Ncuti Gatwa's first season as the Doctor. It's a big,...

Ncuti Gatwa revealed the reason behind his exit from Doctor Who after its fifteenth season, which is concerning for Billie Piper in the future. The season finale revealed Gatwa’s Fifteenth Doctor regenerating again, this time into Piper, who played Rose in the initial seasons of the revival. There has been no explanation about the show’s future.

While Gatwa’s tenure was controversial and was filled with criticisms, from the storytelling to Gatwa’s casting as a queer Black man. However, the actor claimed that he was too old for the part and hence decided to step away (via Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg).

Because I’m getting old and my body is tired. I’ve now just started doing some ballet, so I’m making some good decisions here. It’s the most amazing job in the world. It’s a job that any actor would dream of. And because it’s so good,...

BBC Studios is “really committed to Doctor Who and is continuing to look at ways in which we can bring the show to fans,” according to its CEO Tom Fussell.

Speaking after the publication of the BBC Annual Report, Fussell stressed the “crucial” nature of BBC Studios’ partnership with Disney along with the strength of Doctor Who, coming with the BBC-Disney+ Doctor Who deal hanging in the balance and following eyebrow-raising comments from ex-Doctor Ncuti Gatwa over the weekend.

“Fans love the Doctor Who brand,” Fussell said today. “It’s been that way since before I was in short trousers.”

Fussell celebrated Disney as a “key partner of ours” that works with BBC Studios on hits including Bluey, Dancing with the Stars, Tucci in Italy and “a decade’s worth of natural history.” “They are a crucial partner and we share a lot of the same values so I...

"Doctor Who" has famously set up a perfect system to keep going as long as the ratings allow. Thanks to the regeneration ability of the Doctor, the series can simply kill and resurrect the main character whenever the actor departs the role for one reason or another. This has turned out to be an excellent, periodic way to shake up the status quo, as new actors (and showrunners) bring their own spin on the long-living role while keeping the show's most familiar traits intact.

Sometimes, an actor occupies the role for quite a long time. For instance, Tom Baker, who played the Fourth Doctor from 1974 to 1984, appeared in no less than 178 episodes, and three other classic "Doctor Who" era actors also have three-digit episode counts under their belt. Other times, a Doctor's tenure is so short that it seems the fans barely got to know this version of the character.

Ncuti Gatwa is opening up about why he left “Doctor Who” after only two seasons.

In a new interview on the BBC’s “Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg,” the “Barbie” and “Sex Education” star was asked his reasoning for stepping away from the iconic sci-fi show.

“Because I’m getting old and my body was tired,” Gatwa said, adding that the show “takes a lot out of you — physically, emotionally, mentally. So it was time.”

However, when Kuenssberg questioned if he’d ever return to the Tardis one day — like David Tennant did recently — Gatwa quipped, “Never say never.”

It was revealed that Gatwa’s time as the Doctor was over in May, during the finale of the show’s second season as a co-production between the BBC and Disney+. Gatwa’s Doctor was regenerated into Billie Piper, who previously played companion Rose Tyler in 2005 and 2006. What Piper’s return means...

Ncuti Gatwa, known to many from Netflix’s Sex Education, has shared the real reason why he left Doctor Who. Talking to the BBC’s Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg show, Gatwa said that being the Time Lord was simply too exhausting.

“I’m getting old, and my body was tired… and I’ve now just started doing some ballet, so I’m making really great decisions,” Gatwa joked. He explained that working on Doctor Who was a dream job, but also said, “It’s the most amazing job in the world, a job that any actor would dream of and – because it’s so good – it’s strenuous. It takes a lot out of you, physically, emotionally, mentally, and so it was time.”

The actor, who is 32 and was born in Rwanda but raised in Scotland, played the 15th Doctor for two seasons. He first showed up during the show’s 60th anniversary special,...

Ncuti Gatwa, who became famous for his role in Netflix’s Sex Education, has explained why he chose to step away from Doctor Who after just two seasons. Speaking on BBC’s Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg, the 32-year-old actor admitted that the physical and mental demands of playing the Time Lord simply became too much.

“I’m getting old, and my body was tired… and I’ve now just started doing some ballet, so I’m making really great decisions,” Gatwa joked, hinting at how exhausting his life has been recently. He also called Doctor Who “the most amazing job in the world, a job that any actor would dream of,” but added that “because it’s so good – it’s strenuous. It takes a lot out of you, physically, emotionally, mentally, and so it was time.”

Gatwa first appeared as the Doctor during a special 60th anniversary episode, joining...

Doctor Who's future is very much up in the air, with neither the BBC nor Disney+ willing to confirm whether reports that their partnership has ended are correct.

We'd imagine an official split will happen after The War Between the Land and the Sea's release, as the spin-off marks what's likely to be the last collaboration between the British broadcaster and global streaming platform. Big changes are obviously on the horizon, and rumours continue to swirl that the BBC is in talks with multiple potential new streaming partners.

Whatever happens, we will eventually get a new Doctor. Ncuti Gatwa departed the series after only two seasons and a couple of Christmas specials, though we've heard rumblings he would have stuck around for a third batch of episodes had the Time Lord's fate not been left in limbo.

Appearing on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg this weekend, Gatwa was asked...

Doctor Whostar Ncuti Gatwa shocked just about everyone when he departed the long-running sci-fi series via an unannounced regeneration after only two seasons as the Fifteenth Doctor, especially given the enthusiasm he initially expressed over securing the role. The Rwandan-Scottish actor has now opened up about his decision to cut his Tardis tenure short. However, his explanation is not going down too well with fans, who appear to be suspicious of the reasons that he has cited for his unexpected exit from the iconic show.

Gatwa made his hotly-anticipated debut in Doctor Who during the show's final 60th-anniversary special episode with David Tennant. His casting as the new Doctor was met with resounding applause from fans of the series, which continued throughout his run in the two seasons that followed. He delivered his final performance at the end of Season 2 (aka Season 15) when he passed his Time Lord baton to Billie Piper,...

Back when the BBC struck a deal with Disney to bring Doctor Who to Disney+, allowing the show to be made with American money, it was very exciting. The future of the Whoniverse looked brighter than ever, but ultimately, the fresh lease on life was short-lived. The show couldn't drive enough viewership to appease the immense expectations of Disney, and now the House of Mouse deal is in limbo.

Ncuti Gatwa's run as the Fifteenth Doctor was largely hit and miss. By the end of his second season, he regenerated into our new Sixteenth Doctor, played by none other than Billie Piper, who previously played the Doctor's companion Rose Tyler. The cliffhanger was pretty enormous, and fans are desperate to see how and why the Doctor took on Rose's face. As for when that happen, or indeed whether it'll occur with the support of Disney, remains to be seen.

Doctor Who has faced uncertainty as of late. While Ncuti Gatwa won acclaim for his performance as the Fifteenth Doctor, he was gone before audiences had the chance to really know him.

In the last episode aired, "The Reality War", he regenerated into Billie Piper - but no-one, not even showrunner Russell T. Davies, seems to know if Piper is playing the Doctor or a totally different entity. Fans are confused, and even old Doctors are doubting. Why did Gatwa leave in the first place? Now he's answered that question on a BBC show, via Radio Times.

Gawta appeared on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg and told Kuenssberg about why he decided to step down from the role. It seems it was more for health reasons than anything else. "I’m getting old and my body was tired," Gatwa said. "I’ve now just started doing some ballet, so I’m making some good decisions here.

Doctor Who and its fans’ obsession with David Tennant might as well be the death of the show. Since Tennant played the Tenth Doctor in the BBC revival of the series, every other actor has been compared to the star, who is a fan favorite. The actor has returned as the Fourteenth Doctor and has been associated with the franchise in various ways.

A recent podcast associated all Doctors in the ‘New Who’ era with David Tennant or the other, proving how obsessed the fanbase is with the actor’s iteration (via Come Along Pond Podcast).

Here’s who the New Who Doctors are: the guy who regenerated into David Tennant; David Tennant; the guy who regenerated out of David Tennant; and then the guy who featured in a David Tennant episode; the woman who regenerates into David Tennant; the guy who regenerated out of David Tennant, and he’s...

Peter Capaldi joined Doctor Who as the Twelfth Doctor in 2014, but his first episode got several complaints due to one particular scene. The series 8 premiere, ‘Deep Breath’, saw Capaldi emerge as the new Doctor after Matt Smith and investigate a conspiracy with Clara. Written by Steven Moffat, the show generally got positive reviews.

However, several reported to the Office of Communications about one scene, which saw a kiss between the lizard-esque Madame Vastra and her human on-screen wife Jenny Flint. Among the seven million viewers, six reportedly complained about the kiss, with them accusing the show of promoting a ‘gay agenda’ (via The Independent).

It just seems (executive producer Steven Moffat) is on some weird, lizard-lesbian p*rv trip.

While the episode received generally good reviews, this aspect will forever mar Peter Capaldi’s impressive debut. However, such controversies are nothing new to Doctor Who.

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Netflix Users Take Note — Barbie’s Time On The Platform Is Running Out ( Photo Credit – Netflix )

Barbie is on her way out of Netflix this July. The wildly popular 2023 film, which pulled in over $1.4 billion globally, is getting removed from the platform’s US catalogue on the 15th. Yes! That’s right! The pink-filled blockbuster from Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, is making its exit soon as per Unilad.

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The story follows a stereotypical Barbie (Margot Robbie) living in Barbieland, a matriarchal utopia where Barbies thrive in elite roles while Kens, especially “Beach Ken,” exist only to seek Barbie’s attention. When Barbie begins experiencing human flaws like cellulite, flat feet, and existential dread, she is advised by Weird Barbie to find the child playing with her in the real world. Barbie journeys there with a stowaway Ken.

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As Doctor Who prepares to introduce its next leading star, Ncuti Gatwa has a surprising comment about the Sixteenth Doctor's identity. Gatwa played the Fifteenth Doctor for two seasons, taking over after David Tennant's stunning reintroduction as the Fourteenth Doctor. After he ushered in a new era for Doctor Who, Gatwa said goodbye to the series with a shocking regeneration.

Instead of regenerating into the next clear star of the show, Gatwa's follow-up proved to be a casting twist. Billie Piper (Rose Tyler) appears to have become the next Doctor, as her face emerged after the most recent regeneration. The decision has resulted in an outcry from viewers and stars alike, who argue that it is simply stunt casting.

In an interview with BBC Radio 4 Today (via RadioTimes.com), Gatwa expressed that he is not actually certain about whom the next Doctor will be. While he insists that...

Matt Smith came to the defense of Doctor Who after the last two seasons starring Ncuti Gatwa received a ton of hate. Gatwa’s casting got severe criticism, with many reportedly even making racist and queerphobic comments. The actor exited the role after two seasons, with the future of the show now uncertain.

Smith defended the show and its direction years after he left the role back in 2012 and was replaced by Peter Capaldi. Talking about the backlash faced by Gatwa and returning showrunner Russell T. Davies on the new seasons with Disney+, Smith said (via The Times),

Those debates reduce it to a place that it doesn’t need to be in. People that attack Doctor Who blow my mind. It’s about an alien who is cool and travels around the universe saving civilisations – what’s not to love?

The statement seems similar to what James Gunn said...

Doctor Who is going through an uncertain time right now. The last season ended on a cliffhanger, with Ncuti Gatwa's Doctor regenerating into Billie Piper, an actress who'd already played a starring role on the show.

The trouble is, what Ncuti Gatwa regenerated into may not have been the Doctor as audiences know them. Doctor Who's cliffhanger may not be resolved immediately as the show wasn't picked up for new episodes. The credits of the final episode read "And introducing Billie Piper" rather than "And introducing Billie Piper as the Doctor." Opinions are strongly divided about whether Piper is playing a new version of the Doctor or something entirely different. Gatwa himself has weighed in.

The actor teased Doctor Who's future when speaking to BBC Radio 4, viaRadio Times. "I've finished playing Doctor Who, we all saw the gold sparkle - or did we, I don't know?" he said.

Doctor Who fans have been having a rough time of it recently. Russell T Davies' return as showrunner was meant to bring in a whole new, long, era - but after a handful of specials and two seasons with Ncuti Gatwa, the show seems to be going on hiatus.

Whovians everywhere are in limbo now. The most recent season ended with a regeneration as Ncuti Gatwa turned into Billie Piper - but no one, not even Davies himself, seems to know if Piper is the next Doctor or not. And now, on the heels of that, there's more bad news. Doctor Who is leaving HBO Max (previously known as Max) come July 31.

HBO Max only had the rebooted series, so everything from the Ninth Doctor to the Fifteenth - but there were some absolute gems of episodes in there. For example, fans could enjoy Dalek, Doomsday, Blink, Midnight, and Vincent...

American Doctor Who fans are facing a tough day on August 1. Despite the return of noted Doctor Who fanatic Russell T. Davies as showrunner and the show's recent global distribution via Disney+, Doctor Who's fate has never felt so uncertain. During times like these, it's nice to revisit a period when the future of Doctor Who was undeniably bright, but sadly, even that will soon be harder to do.

HBO Max (recently renamed from Max) has announced that Doctor Who's first rebooted series, which aired on the BBC between 2005 and 2021, will no longer be available on the streaming service from August 1.

Doctor Who will be removed from HBO Max on July 31. This means HBO Max subscribers will no longer have access to iconic episodes from the Ninth to Thirteenth Doctors' eras, including "Midnight," "Vincent and the Doctor," "Silence in the Library," and "Blink."

It's currently unclear where this...

One of the best moments in Doctor Who was ruined by the BBC during its first airing fifteen years ago in 2010. The series five episode ‘The Time of Angels’ starred Matt Smith and was written by Steven Moffat, after he took over as the showrunner from Russell T. Davies. The broadcast error reportedly resulted in over 5,000 complaints from audiences to the BBC.

The episode saw Matt Smith’s Doctor deal with a swarm of Weeping Angels ready to attack his companions. During an emotional monologue that was incredibly performed by Smith, an ad banner with an animated Graham Norton appeared smack in the middle, angering many viewers. Norton’s appearance was reportedly to promote the show Over the Rainbow.

Doctor Who‘s Latest Hiatus is Not the Only Controversy Surrounding the Show Karen Gillian in Doctor Who | Credits: BBC

The last two seasons of Doctor Who faced a lot of criticism,...

Charlie Hunnam, Matt Bomer, and more are bringing suave style to Wimbledon!

The actors were seen attending Day 10 of the tennis tournament on Wednesday (July 9) in London, England.

Also in attendance were Joe Alwyn, Doctor Who actor Ncuti Gatwa, Bridgerton star Luke Thompson, and Monsters actor Cooper Koch.

Luke is the lead actor for the upcoming fourth season of Bridgerton. While the next season is not slated to be released until 2026, Netflix did share some first look photos recently!

You might remember how Charlie and Matt were both part of the casting conversation for Fifty Shades of Grey. Charlie had landed the role of Christian Grey and dropped out of the project, but Matt was one of the fan favorites for the character.

Fyi: Charlie, Matt, Joe, Ncuti, Luke, and Cooper were all wearing Ralph Lauren and sat in the fashion brand’s suite at centre court.