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This article contains spoilers for "Doctor Who" season 2, episode 7, "The Wish World."

Early in "The Wish World," we see the Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and Mel Bush (Bonnie Langford) look up in awe, and the camera reveals that their quiet residential London street is surrounded by gigantic skeletal beasts and a bone fortress that reaches toward the clouds. This strange fever dream soon turns out to be precisely that -- a wish dreamed up by the chillingly monstrous podcaster Conrad Clark (Jonah Hauer-King) and brought into existence by the infant God of Wishes, Desidirium. Somehow, though, even the combination of a particularly dangerous member of the Pantheon of Discord and the devious villain from "Lucky Day" isn't enough for the show's antagonist game. On the contrary, both are simply following the larger plan of the bi-generated Time Lady Rani (Archie Panjabi) and her other self, Mrs. Flood (Anita Dobson). They, in turn,...

Warning: There are spoilers ahead for Doctor Who season 15, episode 6.

The Earth is reborn in a strange new state, as familiar faces return and deadly enemies come together in new preview images and clips for Doctor Whoseason 15's two-part finale. In the prior episode "The Interstellar Song Contest," Ncuti Gatwa's Fifteenth Doctor and current companion Belinda Chandra concluded their quest to return to present-day Earth, but were caught in the fiery cataclysm that wiped the planet from existence. Meanwhile,Mrs. Flood (Anita Dobson) finally revealed herself through bigeneration,as she and her new incarnation (Archie Panjabi) unveil themselves to be the Rani.

As Doctor Who season 15 enters its final chapter, the official Doctor Who YouTube channel has released a new clip of the first chapter of the two-part finale, "Wish World." The short clip features Mrs. Flood and the Rani debating their existence while ruling a new Earth. Several...

Manhattan Theatre Club will present a final two-week extension for Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga. The production will now play through Sunday, June 29, 2025 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. The production began Broadway previews on March 25, 2025 and opened on April 8, 2025. Read the reviews for the production Here! Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends stars two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, and also includes Jacob Dickey, Kevin Earley, Jasmine Forsberg, Kate Jennings Grant, Bonnie Langford, Tony Award winner Beth Leavel, two-time Tony Award nominee...

David Tennant played the Doctor from 2005 to 2010 and he was easily one of the most popular Doctors in Doctor Who history. He was the lead of hit episodes such as Midnightand his acting was considered top-notch.

He was replaced by Matt Smith in 2010, but even then he was never far from the show, appearing with Smith and John Hurt in the 2012 50th anniversary special The Day of the Doctor. Even as new Doctors took over and regenerated in turn, Tennant continued to be wildly popular, and many fans wished the show could find a way to bring him back.

And they got their wish. After Jodie Whittaker's run as the first female Doctor, she regenerated into Tennant in her final episode. He was no longer the Tenth Doctor... he was now the Fourteenth. And furthermore, showrunner Russell T. Davies had hit on a way to keep him around in case he was ever needed.

One of the great things about a time travel show is that Doctor Who can jump around in time and space. “Lucky Day” does this better than most, allowing multiple companions and versions of the Doctor to appear throughout the episode. While Ncuti Gatwa does not get the spotlight this time out, Millie Gibson returns to give an excellent performance as Ruby Sunday. More time with Ruby is great news, and “Lucky Day” continues to touch on themes of hatred and disinformation from the first few episodes.

Related: 15 TV Episodes With 9.5 or More on IMDb Doctor Who — “Lucky Day” — The Recap

On New Year’s Eve, the Tardis arrives in London, but the Doctor and Belinda do not know when they’ve landed. They speak to a shy boy named Conrad and confirm it is 2007. The Doctor gives him a small piece of money, and Conrad runs to get his mom’s attention.

Doctor Who Series 15 (or Season 2) has finally premiered, introducing fans to the Doctor's newest companion, Belinda Chandra. Episode one ended with a simple demand: Bring this new companion home. Unfortunately, something is repelling the Tardis from landing in 2025, prompting them to take another way back. Thanks to the latest images, we can glimpse the first stop.

Episode 2 of Doctor Who Season 2 is titled "Lux." In it, the Doctor and Belinda travel to 1952 Miami as they investigate the disappearance of 15 people from the Palazzo Picture Palace. These latest images feature Ncuti Gatwa and Varada Sethu, dressed in 1950s fashion, and meet Reginald Pye, played by Linus Roache. It seems he might play a role in aiding the show's next foe, Mr Ring-a-Ding, played byAlan Cumming, as he's seen managing the movie reels at the back of the theater. Based on the images, he is holding one movie reel that is really close.

Doctor Who star Varada Sethu has addressed her whirlwind casting as the show's newest companion. The Andor star will play Belinda Chandra in Doctor Who's upcoming second season.

Sethu previously appeared in Doctor Who's first season episode "Boom" as the Anglican Army soldier Mundy Flynn but will be playing a completely different character in the show's season run. Belinda gets stuck in the Tardis with the 15th Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and is forced to work with him in order to get back home.

Varada Sethu Opens Up About Casting Process for Doctor Who Return

Speaking to The Radio Times, Sethu confirmed that she received an offer out of the blue in October 2023 about returning to Doctor Who. She said that the unexpected offer came at the perfect time because she had just lost another job due to the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes in America.

"The turnaround was like whiplash,...

On Saturday 29 March 2025, BBC One broadcasts The Weakest Link!

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The upcoming episode of “The Weakest Link” on BBC One promises to be an exciting showdown of wits and strategy. Hosted by Romesh Ranganathan, this episode features eight celebrities competing for a chance to win a prize pot of £50,000 for their chosen charities. The stakes are high, and the atmosphere is sure to be filled with tension and fun.

The celebrity contestants include a diverse group: Keith Duffy, known for his music career, mathematician and TV presenter Rachel Riley, comedian Amy Gledhill, chef Ching He Huang, rapper Konan, impressionist Rory Bremner, actress Bonnie Langford, and automotive journalist Chris Harris. Each celebrity brings their own unique skills and personalities to the game, making for an interesting dynamic as they work together initially.

As the game progresses, the celebrities must vote off the weakest link in each round. This adds a layer of strategy,...

Only a few weeks remain until the next installment of Doctor Who enters Disney+. Starring Ncuti Gatwaas the Fifteenth Doctor and Russell T. Davies as the series showrunner, this next installment will feature eight new episodes and a new companion. Now, we know what these new episode titles are called, hinting at what's to come in this "wibbly wobbly, timey wimey" British science fiction series.

According to the official Doctor Who website, Season 2's episode titles are "The Robot Revolution," "Lux," "The Well," "Lucky Day," "The Story & The Engine," "The Interstellar Song Contest," "Wish World," and "The Reality War." While the plot for most of these episodes remains unknown for the time being, it is safe to assume that the sixth episode takes inspiration from The Eurovision Song Contest. According to The Mirror, the episode in question is said to be the "most expensive" in the sci-fi series' 62-year history.

Doctor Who has confirmed episode titles for its upcoming second season. The hit Disney+ and BBC science fiction series will return on April 12 with all-new episodes.

The show's official website has revealed that Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies will write five of the season's eight episodes, starting with the season premiere, "The Robot Revolution," which is directed by It's a Sin and Daredevil's Peter Hoar. Ncuti Gatwa's 15th Doctor meets a new friend in this episode, as Varada Sethu joins the Tardis as companion Belinda Chandra.

Doctor Who Season 2 Has Eight All-New Episodes

Here's the official synopsis for Doctor Who's season 2 premiere: "The Doctor meets Belinda Chandra and begins an epic quest to get her back to Earth. But a mysterious force is stopping their return and the time-travelling Tardis team must face great dangers, ferocious enemies and wilder terrors than ever before."

The showrunner has also penned episode two,...

The Fifteenth Doctor is gearing up for a fresh set of adventures as Doctor Who season 15 prepares to launch on April 12, 2025. Ncuti Gatwa will once again step into the Doctor’s shoes, joined by Varada Sethu as the new companion Belinda Chandra.

Millie Gibson also returns as Ruby Sunday, the companion from season 14, after wrapping up her journey in 2024. The season promises a wild ride with eight episodes packed with action and wonder.

The episode titles, shared through a thread on the official Doctor Who X account, give a sneak peek into what’s ahead. The season kicks off with “The Robot Revolution,” followed by “Lux,” “The Well,” “Lucky Day,” “The Story & The Engine,” “The Interstellar Song Contest,” “Wish World,” and ends with “The Reality War.”

Each title came with a short, stylized video hinting at the episode’s theme, building excitement for the Doctor, Belinda, and Ruby’s upcoming challenges.

Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies has confirmed there are "conversations" under way about who will replace him on the show. Davies originally revived Doctor Who in 2005 and returned in 2023 for its 60th anniversary.

Davies previously confirmed that Disney's deal with the BBC was to co-produce three 60th anniversary specials and two full seasons with Ncuti Gatwa's Doctor, but that agreement will soon be coming to an end with the premiere of season 2 in April. There is no telling yet whether or not Disney will sign on to fund more episodes, or whether the BBC will have to look for new partners.

Russell T Davies Addresses Potential Doctor Who Exit

During a recent appearance on David Tennant Does a Podcast With… (via The Radio Times), Davies spoke candidly about the future of Doctor Who. The writer-producer confirmed that there have been initial "conversations" about his successor.

"I will need...

Whovians, assemble! Just last week, we got our first look at Alan Cumming's new Whoniverse villain Mr. Ring-a-Ding as the BBC confirmed a mid-April release date for Doctor Who Season 2 — and now this past weekend has brought with it a brand spanking new trailer for Russell T. Davies' second rodeo as showrunner on the world's longest running sci-fi series. For a tantalising look at Fifteenth Doctor Ncuti Gatwa's upcoming adventures in time and space, featuring new companion Belinda Chandra (Varada Sethu), still-pretty-new companion Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson), and a whole bunch of guest stars (Jonah Hauer-King! Christopher Chung! Rylan!), check out the latest teaser below;

Giant animate dinosaur skeletons? Check. Talk of "deadly games" over shots of a potentially murderous children's cartoon as it bursts out of a cinema screen? Check. An... interstellar riff on the Eurovision Song Contest hosted by Rylan Clarke and a cat lady? Triple check.

A new companion has entered the Tardis as Doctor Who returns for Season 2.

In the first trailer for the sophomore season of the BBC and Disney+’s latest reboot of the sci-fi franchise, Ncuti Gatwa’s The Doctor is joined by Belinda Chandra (Varada Sethu), who aptly notes that she’ll go by ‘The Nurse’ in response to her new pal’s introduction.

“There is something already connecting us,” he tells her as we get a glimpse of Belinda in another time and place, where she’s an intergalactic soldier.

This season follows the pair on an epic quest to get Belinda back to Earth. But a mysterious force is stopping their return and the time-traveling Tardis team must face great dangers, ferocious enemies and wilder terrors than ever before.

The Doctor teases, “There are forces beyond this universe. We think we are so clever, but we are like children.

Doctor Who is starting off March with a bang. A new trailer for the upcoming season of Doctor Who, starring Ncuti Gatwa and Varada Sethu, has dropped. The trailer shows Sethu's Belinda Chandra and Gatwa's Doctor traveling across time and space. Though Belinda seems to be a bit reluctant at first, traveling with the Doctor does appear to grow on her by the end of the trailer. The trailer also shows us a monster-packed season, with the return of Millie Gibson's Ruby Sunday, Anita Dobson's Mrs. Flood, Bonnie Langford's Melanie Bush, and our first look at Jonah Hauer-King's role in Season 2.

Emily in Paris star Ashley Park, Modern Family‘s Jesse Tyler Ferguson, and Andrew Rannells braved the rain to witness the Broadway-bound production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends at the Ahmanson Theatre on Thursday (February 13) in Los Angeles.

Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends is a musical revue celebrating the legendary composer’s illustrious career, spanning “Everything’s Coming Up Roses” from Gypsy, a medley from Sweeney Todd,” “Somewhere” from West Side Story” and most unforgettably, “Being Alive” from Company. The show features an ensemble cast of Broadway veterans, including Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga, delivering heartfelt renditions of Sondheim’s most beloved works. The Los Angeles run serves as a prelude to the show’s Broadway transfer, with previews set to begin on March 25 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre and an official opening on April 8.

Tickets for the Los Angeles performances, running through March 9, are available now at Center Theatre Group LA.

Even a torrential downpour couldn’t dampen the spirit of Stephen Sondheim that flowed through Center Theatre Group on Thursday night.

Ctg’s Ahmanson Theatre hosted the opening night performance of Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring Broadway greats Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga and a cast of stage veterans. Billed as a “great big Broadway show,” Old Friends landed in Los Angeles for a North American premiere after a run in London’s West End. It will be staged at the Ahmanson through March 9 before it sets off for the Great White Way with a Broadway run opening April 8 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre at 261 West 47th Street. Previews begin March 25.

The stars came out despite the rain, and The Hollywood Reporter spotted a number of industry insiders including Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Ashley Park, Andrew Rannells, Ian Paget, producers Lauren Shuler Donner and Dan Jinks,...

While there are plenty of memorable Doctor Who episodes, there are also several underrated stories that simply aren’t as appreciated as they should be. The greatest Doctor Who stories of all time stand out for their iconic villains, gripping plots, and brilliant characters. However, there are other installments from both the classic and modern eras of the show that also contain these elements, yet are underrated by audiences for various reasons.

The post 2005 reboot of Doctor Who is typically remembered better by current audiences, and while there are some harsh realities of Doctor Who’s classic era, there are still many great stories to enjoy. Every incarnation of the Doctor has a serial or episode that isn’t as well received as others, but this doesn’t mean they’re terrible, either. Regardless of why, it’s important to know that these underrated Doctor Who serials are still endearing and fantastic watches,...

Exclusive: Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, the upcoming Broadway revue of the great composer’s classics starring the previously announced Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga, will also feature cast members Jasmine Forsberg (Six), Kate Jennings Grant (Noises Off), David Harris (Moulin Rouge!), Bonnie Langford (London’s Old Friends), Beth Leavel, Gavin Lee, Ryan McCartan, Jason Pennycooke (Hamilton), Joanna Riding (Carousel), Jeremy Secomb (London’s Old Friends), Maria Wirries (Dear Evan Hansen), and Daniel Yearwood (Sweeney Todd).

The company will also include Kevin Earley, Paige Faure, Alexa Lopez, and Peter Neureuther. The final co-star will be announced soon.

Previews begin Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, with opening night set for April 8.

Producer Manhattan Theatre Club announced the cast additions today. Old Friends is a Cameron Mackintosh’s production presented by Mtc in association with Mackintosh and Daryl Roth.

Doctor Who season 15 has now added an Emmy winner to face off against Ncuti Gatwa's Fifteenth Doctor. Gatwa's era of the long-running BBC sci-fi series kicked off with 2023's seasonal special "The Church on Ruby Road," where he first joined forces with Millie Gibson's Ruby Sunday. The Doctor and Ruby's adventures took them to deep-space warzones, alternate timelines, the Beatlemania of the 1960s, and Regency-era England before life would lead to them parting ways with one another after an emotional Doctor Who season 14 finale.

While season 15 wrapped filming in May, Deadline has reported that The Good Wife star Archie Panjabi will appear in the series when it returns to Disney Plus and BBC One in 2025. It is unknown who Panjabi will play and how many episodes she will appear since the BBC keeps details under tight wraps. However, it is confirmed the role is a villainous character.

Mel Bush, a polarizing Doctor Who companion, has evolved from a hysterical character to a strong and independent character. Bonnie Langford's portrayal of Mel Bush has been both criticized and celebrated, with fans now welcoming her return. Mel Bush's character development and new roles in Unit and Big Finish audio dramas have helped reshape her image in the Doctor Who canon.

Doctor Who and companions seem to go hand in hand. Though The Doctor is more than capable of standing on his own two feet, having a friend to explore the latest alien planet with, helps to create a comfortable dynamic throughout the show. But as the show celebrates its 6th decade, it's evident that not every companion is as loved as some others.

Melanie Bush, better known as Mel, joined the cast in 1986 and quickly divided fans. Though she was written as a high-class computer whiz, Bonnie Langford's...

Doctor Who season 14 revamped 1980s companion Mel, addressing her lack of depth and outdated character traits. Mel's reappearance in season 14 showcased her intelligence, courage, and growth, making her a stronger character. The 2005 continuation of Doctor Who corrected past mistakes, transforming Mel from a stereotypical screaming and scared female companion to a fully developed character.

Doctor Who season 14 rehabilitated a 1980s companion who was not well-received when she first appeared. The classic era of Doctor Who had several companions that audiences didn't warm to, especially during its final decade. Most companions during the show's first 50 years were female, and some did little more than scream and act scared, though the series improved its depiction of women by the end of its original run. By then, audiences expected every companion to be three-dimensional and didn't want to put up with those who didn't want to try to help themselves get out of trouble.

Warning: contains spoilers for Doctor Who episode “Empire of Death”

While ‘The Melanie Bush Mysteries’, in the form of a new novel written by Bonnie Langford, are now a Doctor Who spinoff in their own right, one is also brewing in the TV show. The in-episode commentary for “Empire of Death” hints at a big secret in the backstory of Langford’s character, the former companion and present-day Unit employee Mel Bush.

In the series 14 finale, Mel is psychically targeted by Sutekh while she’s aboard the Remembered Tardis. Sutekh whispers inside Mel’s head and boasts of being able to find the living through “time and space and family”. Watching the episode with Langford and producer Vicki Delow, that last word prompted showrunner Russell T Davies to say: “What’s that family line, then, Mel? That’s a big secret.”

Okay, so that′s not so much hinting as...

Warning: Spoilers lie ahead for Doctor Who season 14!

Doctor Who season 14 finale not only featured the return of classic villain, Sutekh, but almost included the death of a classic companion. Showrunner Russell T Davies reveals Bonnie Langford's character Mel almost died. Davies ultimately felt that due to Langord's long tenure on the show and his love for her character, he couldn't bring himself to kill her off.

Following the surprise reveal of the classic villain, Russell T Davies reveals the Doctor Who season 14 finale nearly saw Sutekh kill a companion. Ncuti Gatwa's Fifteenth Doctor and Millie Gibson's Ruby Sunday came face to face with the "One Who Waits" in the two-part finale "Legend of Ruby Sunday/Empire of Death", where the '70s villain finally enacted a terrifying, universe-spanning plan. Having clung to the Tardis since his first defeat, Sutekh left behind copies of a woman named...

Mel will play a key part in tackling the mystery of Mrs. Flood in Doctor Who season 15. Bonnie Langford and Russell T Davies tease reveals about Mrs. Flood's true nature in upcoming episodes. Mel's return in season 15 may finally explore her past and long-held Doctor Who mysteries.

Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies and Bonnie Langford confirm Mel Bush will play a key part in tackling the mystery of Anita Dobson's Mrs. Flood in season 15. Langford made her classic series debut in Colin Baker's final season in 1986, and would continue into Sylvester McCoy's Seventh Doctor era before departing in 1987's "Dragonfire". After a brief cameo in Jodie Whitaker's final story "Power of the Doctor", Mel would join Unit and aid both David Tennant's Fourteenth Doctor and Ncuti Gatwa's Fifteenth Doctor.

While Mel played a pivotal, but tragic role in Doctor Who's season 14 finale, Davies...

This article contains spoilers for the 'Doctor Who' Season 14 finaleIn a post on X (formerly Twitter) by the official Doctor Who page, Bonnie Langford, who plays Mel in the sci-fi series, takes viewers on a detailed tour around the Memory Tardis from the recent finale alongside script editor Scott Handcock. Due to the sweeping death of the universe at the hands of Sutekh, The Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa), Ruby (Millie Gibson), and Mel escape on board a Tardis fashioned inside Unit's Time Window. Once inside, viewers are treated to blink-and-you'll-miss-it glimpses at references from every era of the show, with this tour the perfect examination of the incredible effort put in by the props team.

Warning: spoilers for Doctor Who finale “Empire of Death”.

The mystery of Ruby Sunday has been solved, and after teasing the parentage of Millie Gibson’s motherless Mancunian since she arrived in Doctor Who’s 2023 Christmas special, series 14 finale “Empire of Death” brought everything full circle. Ncuti Gatwa’s Fifteen had been helping Ruby try to trace her family tree all series, and now, we know who her mother is… a regular human woman with no supernatural or alien connections.

Doctor Who showrunner Russell T. Davies has now confirmed that the big twist of Ruby’s mother being a young woman called Louise Alison Miller (played by The Responder‘s Faye McKeever) was directly inspired by one of Star Wars’ most divisive reveals.

As soon as we first saw baby Ruby being dropped off at the church on Ruby Road, there were swirling fan theories, with the wildest suggesting she...

*Spoiler Warning — This review contains heavy spoilers for ‘Empire Of Death’*

With its Time Window based twists, mystery box openings, and big third act Sutekh reveal, ‘The Legend Of Ruby Sunday’ — despite an exposition-heavy opening — ended with the promise of a barnstorming finale ahead for Russell T. Davies’ first series back at the helm of Doctor Who. And it’s safe to say that it’s a promise well kept by ‘Empire Of Death’. Emotionally charged, narratively knotty, and cleverly self-referential, it’s a whirlwind hour of Who that sees Davies tip his hat to Avengers: Infinity War and The Last Jedi as he brings his own grand tale of heroes and villains to a blockbusting conclusion.

If ‘The Legend Of Ruby Sunday’ was a little slow starting, the same can’t be said of ‘Empire Of Death’. In a blistering opening that picks up right where last week’s episode left off,...

Warning: Contains Spoilers for Doctor Who, season 14, episode 8, "Empire of Death".

The Memory Tardis in Doctor Who is a cobbled-together version powered by memories, allowing time and space travel and revisiting past adventures. Created inside Unit's time window, the Memory Tardis serves as a temporary safe haven and a means of exploration for the Doctor's companions. After "Empire of Death", the Memory Tardis travels through the time vortex giving treats and rewards to old Doctor Who companions.

The Memory Tardis played a vital role in the Doctor Who season 14 finale, but what is it, and how does it work? With Sutekh's gift of death having laid waste to past, present, and future, the Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa), Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson), and Melanie Bush (Bonnie Langford) escaped in a Memory Tardis, liberated from Unit's Time Window. From inside the Memory Tardis, the Doctor provides Ruby and Mel with an explanation of season 14 villain Sutekh,...

Warning: spoilers for Doctor Who series 14 episode “Empire of Death”.

Does it pain you, too?

In “Empire of Death”, just after Melanie Bush is revealed to be Sutekh’s latest victim, the Tardis does something it’s never done before – and according to Russell T Davies speaking on the BBC iPlayer in-episode commentary, something it will never do again.

“Bring me the Time Lord and the Child and their precious secret,” demands Sutekh. In response, a cloaked Harriet Arbinger pulls a lever at the console of the Tardis that’s currently parked in Unit Tower. As a result of her lever-pull, dead-Mel, Ruby and the Doctor are instantly transported across time and London, from the Department of Health in 2046 to Unit HQ in 2024.

Mel’s dead and so doesn’t remark on it, and the Doctor seems totally unfazed, but Ruby does the sensible thing and looks around her with an expression of ‘what?...

The following contains spoilers for Doctor Who, Season 1, Episode 8, "Empire of Death," now streaming on Disney+ and BBC iPlayer.

Season 1 of the new era of Doctor Who came to a dramatic conclusion in "Empire of Death." The season finale pitted Ncuti Gatwa's Fifteenth Doctor, Millie Gibson's Ruby Sunday and Bonnie Langford's Melanie "Mel" Bush against Sutekh, the God of Death. Many questions were answered, including the truth behind Susan Triad, the mysterious woman played by Susan Twist, who appeared everywhere the Tardis landed, and the true identity of Ruby Sunday's birth mother. However, many more questions were posed or left unresolved, leaving fans eager for more after the first chapter in Doctor Who's new era concluded.

The revelation that Sutekh had been clinging to the Tardis ever since his first appearance in 1975's "Pyramids of Mars" and the reveal that Ruby's mother was an ordinary...

Warning: spoilers ahead for Doctor Who season 14.

Doctor Who season 14 introduces Ncuti Gatwa as the Fifteenth Doctor and marks the return of Russell T Davies as showrunner. The season includes new faces like Millie Gibson's Ruby Sunday and expands the Time Lord's adventures to a wider audience with Disney+. Episodes feature unique storylines like saving space babies and defeating an eternal villain through song and sound.

Here's your one-stop guide to Doctor Who season 14. After Ncuti Gatwa debuted as the Fifteenth Doctor in 2023's 60th anniversary special and met Millie Gibson's Ruby Sunday in the subsequent Christmas episode, Doctor Who season 14 marked the duo's first full run as Tardis occupants. Season 14 also began a whole new era for Britain's greatest sci-fi export. In addition to the new faces leading Doctor Who's cast, Russell T Davies returned as showrunner for the first time since 2010, while a distribution deal with...

Warning: Spoilers ahead for Doctor Who season 14.

Doctor Who season 14 represents a fresh start with new actors and characters, while also maintaining a sense of tradition through familiar faces. Ncuti Gatwa impresses as the upbeat and intense Fifteenth Doctor, while Millie Gibson's mysterious Ruby Sunday adds intrigue. Other recurring characters include Carla Sunday, Kate Lethbridge-Stewart, and Mrs. Flood.

Doctor Who season 14's cast is almost a complete reset for the franchise's new era, with only a handful of familiar faces returning. With a new lead actor taking over as a result of Doctor Who's 60th anniversary ending, the show's first season on Disney+ has a fresh start. Although the 2023 Christmas Special, "The Church on Ruby Road," introduced a few members of the new Doctor Who cast, season 14 continues to bolster the roster as the Fifteenth Doctor takes up his new residence in the Tardis.

Even though Doctor Who...

Unified Intelligence Taskforce (Unit) will play a pivotal role in integrating past and present characters in Doctor Who's future seasons. Showrunner Russell T. Davies envisions a bustling Unit full of new and familiar faces, creating a lively atmosphere for fan engagement. Bringing back characters like Mel Bush and hinting at potential returns of past companions promises a more integrated and historical storyline.

Warning! This article contains Doctor Who Season 14, episode 7 spoilers.

Doctor Who showrunner Russell T. Davies unveiled his ambitious vision for the future of Unit as the show progresses beyond its fourteenth season. His plans for Unit, a key part of the Doctor Who universe, suggest an exciting new direction that acknowledges the show's deep history and its ongoing story.

The recent episode The Legend of Ruby Sunday sets the stage for Davies' future plans in the series. It brought back familiar faces like Donna Noble's daughter, Rose,...

On Saturday 23 June 2024, BBC One broadcasts Doctor Who: Unleashed!

Episode Summary

In this episode of “Doctor Who: Unleashed” airing on BBC One, viewers will get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Bonnie Langford’s driving skills, adding a fun and unexpected twist to the show’s production insights.

The episode also features exclusive interviews with Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson, where they share their experiences and thoughts on their roles and the series. Adding to the excitement, Russell T Davies offers a sneak peek into the next season with an exclusive clip, giving fans something special to look forward to.

Tune in to BBC One for an episode packed with unique content, personal interviews, and a tantalizing glimpse of what’s to come. “Doctor Who: Unleashed” promises to be an engaging watch for fans eager to delve deeper into the world of “Doctor Who”.

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Doctor Who signs off until Christmas – and here’s our spoiler-packed review of the series 14 finale, Empire Of Death.

So many spoilers ahead…

Last week’s episode of Doctor Who’s return series, The Legend Of Ruby Sunday, offered the kind of penultimate installment that Russell T Davies always did well in his first run of the show. Notwithstanding the okay-go-through-that-again build up to the Sutekh reveal, it was a large scale blockbuster episode, setting up Empire Of Death. As for finale episodes? They tended to be a bit more mixed, and so it proved did this one.

First, the order of business with Empire Of Death required killing pretty much everyone. Picking up pretty much where we left off last time, the show was in a hurry to defeat the Doctor. Sutekh had been revealed, now let him wreak a lot of damage.

Appreciating Sutekh wrapped around the Tardis...

On Saturday 22 June 2024, BBC Three broadcasts Doctor Who: Unleashed!

Episode Summary

In this episode of “Doctor Who: Unleashed” airing on BBC Three, viewers are treated to an insider’s look into the world of “Doctor Who”. The episode features a diverse lineup of exclusive content, starting with a deep dive into Bonnie Langford’s driving skills, revealing a new side of the beloved actress.

Audiences can also enjoy exclusive interviews with stars Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson, offering personal insights into their experiences and roles within the iconic series. Additionally, Russell T Davies, renowned for his contributions to “Doctor Who”, provides valuable insights into the upcoming season, including an exclusive clip that promises to intrigue and excite fans.

“Doctor Who: Unleashed” delivers a blend of behind-the-scenes revelations and future glimpses that celebrate the rich history and vibrant future of the beloved sci-fi series. Don’t miss this episode on BBC Three,...

[Warning: The below contains Major spoilers for the Doctor Who Season 1 finale “Empire of Death.”] Well, the good news is we now know who Ruby’s (Millie Gibson) mother is after the Doctor Who Season 1 finale, “Empire of Death.” The more frustrating than bad news? The mystery of Mrs. Flood (Anita Dobson), Ruby’s neighbor who knows about the Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and has spoken directly to the camera more than once now, continues. Sutekh and his followers (Susan Twist‘s Susan Triad and Genesis Lynea’s Harriet Arbinger) bring his “dust of death” to pretty much the entire universe. Yes, Kate (Jemma Redgrave), Rose (Yasmin Finney), Carla (Michelle Greenidge), Cherry (Angelya Wynter), and Mrs. Flood (with her chilling apology to Cherry) are among the dead (for now?). The Doctor and Mel (Bonnie Langford) escape back to Unit and into the Time Window with Ruby. In that Time Window is a Tardis—made of memories, feeding off Ruby...

Rose Noble's return to Doctor Who as a member of Unit raises questions about her role and connection to Donna and the Fourteenth Doctor. Former companions like Mel Bush and Donna have joined Unit, suggesting a shift in recruitment tactics from the classic series to the modern. Rose's limited involvement in Season 14, Episode 7 highlights her friendship with Ruby and hints at potential future storylines for her character.

Doctor Who's Rose Noble (Yasmin Finney) returned for the penultimate episode of season 14, but it's unclear why she is working for Unit. Doctor Who's Unit organization has been a semi-regular part of the series since the Second Doctor (Patrick Troughton) first met the man who would become Brigadier Alastair Lethbridge-Stewart, and was especially important during the Third Doctor's (Jon Pertwee) run. Unit is currently run by the Brigadier's daughter, Kate (Jemma Redgrave), and the Doctor visited the headquarters because he needed help identifying a mysterious woman,...

Warning: Spoilers ahead for Doctor Who season 14, episode 7!

Showrunner Russell T Davies plans to bring back old Doctor Who characters to Unit, creating a revolving staff of familiar faces. Unit could bring back any past characters, including former companions like Rose Tyler and Clara Oswald. Doctor Who season 15 may feature more unexpected guest appearances tying past characters to the present storyline.

Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies has explained his plans for Unit's future after season 14, revealing the changes he wants to make to the group as they continue to reappear. The latest episode of Doctor Who season 14, "The Legend of Ruby Sunday," saw multiple returning characters who became associated with Unit. This includes Donna Noble's daughter Rose and Mel Bush, a former companion for the Sixth and Seventh Doctors. The episode established how familiar faces could show up in association with the organization, acting as a tribute to the show's past.

Sutekh's past with the Doctor will be recapped in the new Tales of the Tardis episode, highlighting the classic villain's cunning plan. Doctor Who season 14's finale will feature the Doctor and Ruby Sunday facing a perilous situation with Sutekh and his legions. The new Tales of the Tardis episode acts as a bridge to the season 14 finale, offering remastered effects and a classic series introduction.

The Doctor reflects on his first encounter with Sutekh in a new Tales of the Tardis episode ahead of Doctor Who season 14's finale. In "The Legend of Ruby Sunday," it was revealed that many mysteries laid throughout Doctor Who season 14 were part of a trap laid by the Tom Baker-era villain, Sutekh, to lure the Doctor into the right position. Sutekh first appeared in the four-part 1975 story "Pyramids of Mars," where he encountered the Fourth Doctor and Sarah Jane Smith (Elizabeth Sladen...

Doctor Who star Bonnie Langford reflects on evolving as Mel alongside multiple Doctors, embracing each new challenge and dynamic. Langford's portrayal of Mel showcases her growth from a mere passenger to a seasoned voyager of the cosmos, bridging past and present. Mel's enduring link to the Doctor's world is highlighted as she becomes the sole classic companion in the latest iteration of the series.

Doctor Who star Bonnie Langford recently discussed her unique experiences working alongside different incarnations of the show's lead, the Doctor. Langford first graced the "Doctor Who" scene in 1986, appearing as companion Mel Bush beside Colin Baker, the Sixth Doctor. Her tenure extended into the era of Sylvester McCoy as the Seventh Doctor, and she has continued to make her mark on the series, including a notable appearance in the 60th anniversary special.

In an interview with Screen Rant, Langford shared her thoughts on the evolution of her character,...

Warning: Contains spoilers for 'The Legend Of Ruby Sunday'

Ever since Russell T. Davies’ return to the helm of Doctor Who last year, the showrunner has been hard at work filling his new-look Whoniverse’s mystery box with an ever-growing pile of questions. Who is Ruby Sunday’s mum? Why does Susan Twist keep popping up here, there, and everywhere? What’s the deal with the Tardis’ weird groaning? And just who — or what — exactly is The One Who Waits? Well, with ‘The Legend Of Ruby Sunday’, the first in the series’ somehow here already two-part finale, Davies finally gets down to the nitty gritty of doling out some answers. Well, sort of, at least. This is a Russell T. Davies series finale part one after all.

This most part one-iest of part ones kicks off with the Doctor (Gatwa) and Ruby (Gibson) barreling the Tardis into Unit HQ to...

Warning: Major spoilers ahead for Doctor Who season 14, episode 7, "The Legend of Ruby Sunday."

Companions returning to Doctor Who always bring excitement, like Billie Piper's iconic comeback as Rose Tyler in season 4. Susan Twist's misdirect in season 14 sets up Susan Foreman's potential return, a long overdue event in Doctor Who history. Carole Ann Ford is open to reprising her role as Susan, meaning a possible Time Lord family reunion could happen on screen.

Doctor Who has been teasing the comeback of a classic companion since the beginning of Ncuti Gatwa's run as the Fifteenth Doctor, and after the events of season 14's penultimate episode, I'd be incredibly surprised if they didn't come back to the show at some point in the near future. Companions returning to Doctor Who after an absence - no matter how brief - is always an exciting moment. Billie Piper's return as...

This article contains spoilers for Doctor Who Season 14, Episode 7, "The Legend of Ruby Sunday."

Sutekh returns ahead of Doctor Who season 14 finale, causing devastation and raising the stakes across generations. The Doctor, Ruby, and Unit face a dire situation as Sutekh's deadly vengeance threatens the universe. Sutekh has taken control of the Tardis in previews for the season 14 finale.

A classic series foe, Sutekh, returns and reigns supreme in the trailer for Doctor Who season 14's epic finale, "Empire of Death." In his debut season, Ncuti Gatwa's Fifteenth Doctor and Ruby Sunday have witnessed a woman named Susan Twist appearing in their adventures, who is later revealed to be tech entrepreneur Susan Triad. However, in the Doctor Who episode "The Legend of Ruby Sunday," Susan is revealed to be part of the "One Who Waits'" plans, as Tom Baker-era villain Sutekh (Gabriel Woolfe) returns to render the universe to dust.

[Warning: The below contains Major spoilers for Doctor Who Season 1 Episode 7 “The Legend of Ruby Sunday.”] Doctor Who digs deep for the Major reveal we’d been waiting all season for as “the one who waits” has been teased (since the 60th anniversary specials!) and Susan Twist has been appearing as different characters every episode. Bonnie Langford is right when she tells TV Insider that this is “exciting and exhilarating and all those things”—there’s no other way to describe it! The latest Twist character is in the present day, under investigation by Unit, bringing Jemma Redgrave, Langford, and Yasmin Finney back as Kate Lethbridge-Stewart, Mel Bush (who’s undercover), and Rose Noble, and introducing Lenny Rush as Morris. The most substantial of Twist’s characters, Susan Triad, runs S Triad Technology—and it looks like the name of the company is an anagram of Tardis. Furthermore, with her name the same as the Doctor’s...

The highly anticipated two-part finale of Doctor Who: The Legend of Ruby Sunday is almost upon us, and stars Bonnie Langford and Lenny Rush are here to tease what promises to be an unforgettable journey through time and space. Langford, reprising her role as the beloved Mel, and Rush, playing the child genius Morris, sat […]

Bonnie Langford and Lenny Rush Talk Doctor Who: The Legend of Ruby Sunday...

The two-part finale, "The Legend of Ruby Sunday" and "Empire of Death," will see the return of past companions and ties to the Doctor's past. Davies revealed past Doctor Who episodes, including "Bad Wolf/The Parting of the Ways" and "A Good Man Goes To War," to prepare for the finale. The finale may bring heartbreaking twists with hints from Davies' recommendations, connecting to past Doctor Who stories and characters.

Showrunner Russell T Davies reveals which episodes of Doctor Who viewers should revisit to prepare for season 14's two-part finale, "The Legend of Ruby Sunday" and "Empire of Death". After six adventures, Ncuti Gatwa's Fifteenth Doctor and Millie Gibson's Ruby Sunday return to modern London to uncover threats from the Doctor's past, learn just who Susan Twist's mysterious watcher is, and realize the truth behind Ruby's origin. Doctor Who season 14 two-part season finale will see the return...

Working with multiple Doctors has shaped Mel Bush's character growth in Doctor Who across generations. Actress Bonnie Langford embraces the evolving qualities of each Doctor while staying true to the core character essence. Langford reflects on Mel's journey, adapting to new Doctor incarnations and the changing eras in the iconic series.

Classic Doctor Who star Bonnie Langford looks back on her appearances across multiple generations of the series and breaks down how working with multiple Doctors has affected Mel Bush. The star made her debut alongside Colin Baker's Sixth Doctor in 1984, remaining onboard the Tardis into Sylvester McCoy's era as the Seventh Doctor. After a brief cameo in 2022's "The Power of the Doctor," Langford returned alongside David Tennant's Fourteenth Doctor and Ncuti Gatwa's Fifteenth Doctor in the series' 60th anniversary special.

Ahead of her Doctor Who season 14 return, Langford opened up to Screen Rant...

The Doctor Who season 14 finale features the Fifteenth Doctor meeting the original Susan Twist character, Susan Triad. The mystery surrounding Twist's appearances keeps audiences captivated as the finale approaches. Triad may not be the true villain behind the finale's events, and many mysteries will be unveiled.

The Doctor Who season 14 finale will finally see Ncuti Gatwa's Fifteenth Doctor come face to face with the original Susan Twist character in new images. Gatwa has been joined by Millie Gibson's new companion Ruby Sunday throughout the ongoing season, traveling from 1960s Beatlemania, to disturbing alternate timelines, to glamorous Regency balls. Across every adventure, however, Twist has been present in some form, taking on the role of random individuals in Doctor Who season 14.

As Doctor Who inches closer to its season finale, RadioTimes has unveiled a series of new images from the first part of the capper.

One image sees...