Peter Capaldi

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Born - April 14, 1958 in Glasgow, Scotland, UK

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Peter Capaldi on ‘why people take it so seriously’; talks about backlash to Jodie Whittaker, Ncuti Gatwa on ‘Doctor Who’

etimes.in / Apr 26, 2026, 20:07 (IST)

Veteran actor Peter Capaldi has voiced his thoughts on the criticism directed at Jodie Whittaker and Ncuti Gatwa for their Doctor Who roles. He believes the show has always evolved, and people shouldn't take it too seriously. Gatwa, facing racist remarks, humorously suggests critics find a hobby, while Paapa Essiedu also endured backlash for a Harry Potter role.

Friday OTT releases of the week (April 22 - 27): ‘If Wishes Could Kill,’ ‘Apex,’ ‘24,’ and more must-watch picks

etimes.in / Apr 23, 2026, 15:40 (IST)

Dive into this week's streaming sensations, where there's something for everyone! If you're in the mood for tension, check out the suspenseful crime thrillers 'Criminal Record' and '24'. Adventure awaits with survival sagas like 'Greenland 2: Migration' and 'Apex'. Unleash your fears with 'If Wishes Could Kill', or travel back in time with the intriguing ping-pong drama 'Marty Supreme'.

Peter Capaldi hints about leaving 'Doctor Who'?

PTI / Dec 25, 2015, 14:34 (IST)

Actor Peter Capaldi has hinted that this might be his final year on 'Doctor Who'.

Peter Capaldi confirmed for 'Doctor Who' seasons 9, 10

PTI / Nov 19, 2014, 14:27 (IST)

Actor Peter Capaldi will return for series nine and ten of British TV drama 'Doctor Who'.

Peter Capaldi to appear in 'Doctor Who' spin-off 'Class'

PTI / Sep 26, 2016, 08:24 (IST)

"Doctor Who" star Peter Capaldi will be appearing in the first episode of spin-off series "Class" it has been confirmed.

Peter Capaldi signs for one more series of 'Doctor Who'

PTI / Oct 26, 2015, 11:11 (IST)

Actor Peter Capaldi will reportedly be staying with 'Doctor Who' for at least one more series.

Peter Capaldi to star in 'Martin's Close'

PTI / Aug 22, 2019, 18:24 (IST)

The show has been adapted from MR James' ghost story of the same name by Mark Gatiss, who previously worked with Capaldi on "Doctor Who".

Thought of leaving 'Doctor Who' while I was enjoying: Peter Capaldi

PTI / Apr 17, 2017, 17:31 (IST)

Actor Peter Capaldi has said that he decided to leave "Doctor Who" while he was having a good time doing the role.

I think Jodie is going to be amazing in 'Doctor Who': Capaldi

PTI / Jul 24, 2017, 22:08 (IST)

Peter Capaldi, best known for playing the twelfth incarnation of the Doctor on "Doctor Who", has lauded Jodie Whittaker, who has been named as the first- ever female lead of the popular BBC One drama.

'Doctor Who' star Peter Capaldi to helm new comedy pilot for Sky, check out to know more

ANI / Jan 01, 2023, 11:10 (IST)

Former 'Doctor Who' star Peter Capaldi is all set to helm a comedy-drama pilot for Sky Studios about a mother who adopts five children.

'Doctor Who' season 11 to have fewer but longer episodes

PTI / Oct 10, 2017, 16:25 (IST)

The next installment of "Doctor Who" will have fewer but longer episodes as Jodie Whitaker takes the baton from Peter Capaldi to feature as the first female Time Lord of the sci-fi series.

'Paddington 2' gets a January 2018 release date

PTI / May 27, 2017, 13:08 (IST)

The Weinstein Company has set a release date for 'Paddington 2'. The sequel of the family film 'Paddington' will hit the US theatres on January 12 next year.

'The Devil's Hour' renewed for two seasons

PTI / Nov 23, 2022, 16:00 (IST)

Streaming platform Prime Video on Wednesday announced it has renewed the hit UK Original thriller series 'The Devil's Hour' for back-to-back two seasons. The announcement comes less than a month after the six-episode first season, premiered on the service on 28 October.

Peter Capaldi, Cush Jumbo to lead OTT show 'Criminal Record'

PTI / Jun 21, 2022, 11:13 (IST)

British star Peter Capaldi and actor Cush Jumbo will topline a new thriller series for OTT. Titled 'Criminal Record', the show has received an eight-episode order from the streamer, the company said in a press release.

The 'Suicide Squad' sequel made Joel Kinnaman laugh 'at every page'

IANS / Nov 15, 2020, 07:35 (IST)

Actor Joel Kinnaman has hinted that director James Gunn has taken a more comedic approach to The Suicide Squad sequel.

McGregor : 'Christopher Robin' not just for children

PTI / Jul 31, 2018, 01:15 (IST)

Actor Ewan McGregor, who stars as the grown up Christopher Robin in a new Disney film, believes the films will appeal to a wider audience.

Tilda would be good as female 'Doctor Who': David Tennant

PTI / Mar 20, 2017, 12:53 (IST)

David Tennant says actress Tilda Swinton is his choice to play female Doctor Who.

Michelle Gomez leaving 'Doctor Who'

PTI / May 16, 2017, 15:50 (IST)

Actress Michelle Gomez reveals she is leaving the popular science-fiction show "Doctor Who".

'Doctor Who' helmer talks about deleted scenes from season ten

PTI / Apr 28, 2017, 13:26 (IST)

Director of "Doctor Who", Lawrence Gough, has discussed the deleted scenes in the tenth season of the show.

Idris Elba-starrer 'Beast' to debut in August 2022

PTI / May 20, 2021, 19:17 (IST)

Hollywood star Idris Elba's upcoming survival thriller 'Beast' will release in the US on August 19, 2022. Baltasar Kormakur of 'Everest' fame is directing the Universal Pictures project, based on an original idea by Jaime Primak Sullivan.

Christopher Eccleston first sparked Jodie Whittaker's interest in 'Doctor Who'

PTI / Aug 14, 2017, 12:11 (IST)

Actor Jodie Whittaker has revealed that it was Christopher Eccleston, who first sparked her interest in the show, "Doctor Who".

Jodie Whittaker thought she was 'doing it wrong' when she took over 'Doctor Who' from Peter Capaldi

PTI / Oct 27, 2020, 17:17 (IST)

The "Broadchurch" star said she had steered clear of watching Capaldi's work on the show to allow herself "freedom" to perform.

'Paddington 2' to release in India on January 12, 2018

PTI / Nov 02, 2017, 17:11 (IST)

'Paddington 2' will hit theatres in India on January 12 next year.

Always knew I wanted 13th Doctor to be a woman: Chris Chibnall

PTI / Jul 19, 2017, 09:56 (IST)

New "Doctor Who" showrunner Chris Chibnall said he always wanted a woman to step in actor Peter Capaldi's shoes as the 13th Time Lord.

'Your Christmas Or Mine' to stream on OTT from December 2

PTI / Oct 04, 2022, 14:49 (IST)

British comedy movie 'Your Christmas Or Mine' will premiere on Prime Video on December 2. The UK original is directed by Jim O'Hanlon, best known for TV series 'Catastrophe' and 'Trying'.

Katherine Kelly to lead ‘Doctor Who’ spin-off cast

PTI / Apr 06, 2016, 13:24 (IST)

Actress Katherine Kelly will play the role of a teacher in the upcoming “Doctor Who” spin-off “Class”.

Hermione Norris to guest star in 'Doctor Who'

PTI / May 13, 2014, 11:16 (IST)

Former 'Spooks' star Hermione Norris will guest star in 'Doctor Who'.

Jenna Coleman to stay on TV show 'Doctor Who'

PTI / Dec 27, 2014, 16:37 (IST)

'Doctor Who' star Jenna Coleman has said she will continue to play her role of Clara Oswald for another season of the show.

'Suicide Squad' cast revealed along with a warning by director James Gunn

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Sep 14, 2019, 02:17 (IST)

James Gunn who also helmed the 'Guardians of the Galaxy' took to his Twitter account to reveal the cast of 'Suicide Squad 2' and it has a number of actors on the list.