Ncuti Gatwa's 'Doctor Who' season premiere date announced

The premiere date for the highly anticipated new season of "Doctor Who" has finally been revealed! Fans can expect the upcoming season to debut on May 10th on Disney+ and BBC iPlayer, marking the first time the series will have a simultaneous global launch.


In this new season, Ncuti Gatwa will take on the role of the 15th Doctor, accompanied by Millie Gibson as his companion, Ruby Sunday. The announcement has sparked excitement among fans, eager to see Gatwa's portrayal of the iconic character.

Showrunner, executive producer, and writer Russell T Davies expressed his excitement about the upcoming season, promising viewers a thrilling ride filled with monsters, chases, villains, mysteries, and a terrifying secret spanning time and space.

The new episodes will follow the Doctor and Ruby Sunday as they embark on infinite adventures across time and space in the TARDIS. From the Regency era in England to war-torn futures, the duo will champion the forces of good while encountering both friends and foes.

Joining Gatwa and Gibson are a host of talented guest stars, including Aneurin Barnard, Anita Dobson, Yasmin Finney, Michelle Greenidge, Jonathan Groff, Bonnie Langford, Genesis Lynea, Jemma Redgrave, Lenny Rush, Indira Varma, and Angela Wynter.

Fans can also look forward to the release of the official trailer for the upcoming season on March 22nd, which is sure to provide a sneak peek into the exciting adventures that lie ahead.


For viewers in the US, "Doctor Who" Season 15 will premiere on May 10th at 7pm ET on Disney+, while UK viewers can catch it on BBC iPlayer starting at 12am GMT on May 11th, followed by its broadcast on BBC One later that day.
In other news, there have been reports of changes in the cast, with Millie Gibson reportedly being replaced in Season 15. Back in November, Millie was spotted filming a kissing scene for the show with a Disney movie star, sparking speculation about her future on the series.