Is David Tennant back in Doctor Who?

(CNN) David Tennant and Catherine Tate are returning to "Doctor Who," the BBC has confirmed. The 10th Doctor and his companion, Donna Noble, are filming scenes that are due to air in 2023 to coincide with the show's 60th anniversary celebrations, the broadcaster said in a statement Sunday.
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Is David Tennant coming back to Dr Who?

New Doctor Who set pictures have given fans a glimpse at returning stars Catherine Tate and David Tennant. The two actors have been announced to return to the show in the roles of the Doctor and his companion Donna Noble for the series' 60th anniversary in 2023.
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Who is the new Dr Who 2023?

Who is the new Doctor Who? Ncuti Gatwa was named the 14th Doctor and will take over the role from Jodie Whitaker. Whitaker made history as the first female to take on the iconic role. Gatwa also makes Whovian history as he will be the first black actor to take on the role of the Doctor.
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Will Matt Smith return to Doctor Who?

Smith gladly returned to cameo in Peter Capaldi's first episode of Doctor Who, season 8 episode 1 "Deep Breath." Matt Smith is not yet confirmed to be returning for the 60th anniversary of DW, but he probably will. Recently, Smith starred in Sony Pictures' Morbius as the villain Loxias Crown.
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Will Catherine Tate ever return to Doctor Who?

David Tennant and Catherine Tate are returning to Doctor Who in 2023, BBC announces.
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Is Donna Noble returning to Doctor Who?

Sex Education's Ncuti Gatwa has been announced as Russell T. Davies' new Doctor, while Yasmin Finney will portray a mysterious character called Rose. Representing the old guard, David Tennant's Tenth Doctor and Catherine Tate's Donna Noble will officially return in celebration of Doctor Who's 60th anniversary.
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Who's the new Doctor Who 2022?

The new Doctor Who 2022 is Ncuti Gatwa - full name Mizero Ncuti Gatwa - and star of Sex Education. Ncuti, 29, will replace Jodie Whittaker (opens in new tab) as the new Time Lord in the upcoming series, the BBC has confirmed.
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Who will be in the 60th anniversary of Doctor Who?

Neil Patrick Harris Joins Doctor Who' for 60th Anniversary Special.
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Who will be the 14th Doctor?

Doctor Who casts Sex Education's Ncuti Gatwa as 14th Doctor - Polygon.
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Will there be a Doctor Who 60th anniversary?

The 60th anniversary special of Doctor Who may not be arriving until 2023, but the cast list is already stacked — and the latest addition is Neil Patrick Harris. The BBC announced that the Emmy winner is already filming scenes that will be part of the special.
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Who will be the next Doctor after Jodie?

Actor Ncuti Gatwa will take over from Jodie Whittaker as the star of Doctor Who, the BBC has announced. The 29-year-old will become the 14th Time Lord on the popular science fiction show, and the first person of colour to play the lead role.
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Who will be 16th Doctor?

Who is the new Doctor Who? On May 8, 2022, the BBC revealed that Ncuti Gatwa will play the Doctor in the 14th season of Doctor Who in 2023. This makes him the 14th actor to play the role as a regular on the series and the 16th Doctor overall. (John Hurt and Jo Martin have played other “secret” versions of the Doctor.)
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Is Doctor Who coming to an end?

The 2021 season of Doctor Who will be shorter than usual as it will be Jodie Whittaker's third and final outing as the Time Lord, as she is set to exit the sci-fi series in 2022, following a trio of specials. So with millions wondering when it will be back on screens, we reveal all you need to know...
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When did Catherine Tate leave Doctor Who?

After starring as temp-turned-planetary saviour Donna Noble in the 2008 season and three specials, Tate departed the series for good in early 2010. However, she also returned to the role for a Big Finish audio drama alongside Tennant in 2016, delivering a vocal performance for more Doctor/Donna adventures.
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Who's playing the next Doctor in Doctor Who?

Hand over the keys to the TARDIS, there's a new Time Lord in town. The BBC announced on Sunday that casting has been finalized for the 14th Doctor on the long-running science fiction series Doctor Who. Ncuti Gatwa will pick up where Jodie Whittaker leaves off at the end of her current run.
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Who was the best Doctor Who?

1. David Tennant. Regularly topping polls for the most popular Doctor Who incarnation of all time – at least the polls that Tom Baker doesn't win – the David Tennant era marked the most successful in the show's recent history.
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Who is going to be the 15th Doctor?

Actor Ncuti Gatwa will take over from Jodie Whittaker as the star of Doctor Who, the BBC has announced. The 29-year-old will become the 14th Time Lord on the popular science fiction show, and the first person of colour to play the lead role.
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Will there be a 15th Doctor?

Whittaker's time as the Doctor is coming to an end and, according to the BBC, the 15th Doctor will be revealed in "the coming weeks," though a specific date was not provided. It was also revealed that two former Doctor Who companions, Tegan and Ace, will return for Whittaker's final episodes as the 13th Doctor.
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Is the 14th Doctor confirmed?

Gatwa (whose first name is pronounced Shoo-tee) has landed Doctor Who's iconic role of the Doctor, making him the successor to Jodie Whittaker and the series' 14th lead overall. The show confirmed the news on Twitter Sunday, writing: “The future is here! Ncuti Gatwa is the Doctor.”
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What's happening with Doctor Who?

Whittaker's final episode of the show will air later in 2022. From 2023, Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa will become the 14th Doctor and will be the show's 60th anniversary year, helmed by returning show runner Russell T Davies.
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Is Julia foster the next Doctor Who?

Julia Foster is the 14th Doctor, with Tennant Back as Companion. Veteran actress Julia Foster will replace Jodie Whittaker after she bows out from Doctor Who in this year's festive special.
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