Doctor Who fans think one iconic actor will replace Ncuti Gatwa in next series
Doctor Who fans are already speculating on who could step into the Tardis next after it was suggested Ncuti Gatwa may depart the beloved series after the current run. It had been rumoured the series could be cancelled if Disney pulls the plug on its co-production deal, but Russell T Davies has expressed his unwavering belief in the show's longevity.
The beloved sci-fi programme is set to take a break until at least 2027 for filming. But in a chat with Doctor Who Magazine, Davies optimistically stated: "I am confident. Doctor Who is forever, and the future is bright!".
As the show takes a pause next year, fans will instead be treated to the spin-off show The War Between the Land and the Sea, starring Russell Tovey and Gugu Mbatha-Raw. But dedicated viewers are already guessing who they think could be in line for the leading role once Doctor Who returns for the 16th revived series.
When it first launched in the 1960s, and in its subsequent 20-year run before initially being cancelled, Doctor Who held a special place in viewers' hearts.
It made an explosive comeback in 2005 with Christopher Eccleston steering the Tardis, joined by Billie Piper playing his companion, Rose, who continued her journey with David Tennant's Doctor. Speculation is now rife that Piper could be regenerating as the show's protagonist.
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With the internet abuzz over the unconfirmed rumours, eager fans have taken to social platforms to voice their predictions. One excited fan, posting on an undisclosed platform, exclaimed: "Billie Piper as the 16th doctor with Ncuti Gatwa as her companion @bbecdoctorwho put me in the writers room now."
On Reddit, Whovians have been buzzing with speculation about the next Time Lord, with one user posing the question: "If the rumours are true, and Billie Piper is the 16th Doctor, how would you feel?"
The discussion continued: "Has anyone else seen the wild rumours floating around that Billie Piper might be cast as the 16th Doctor? As much as I'm struggling to believe it, if it does turn out to be true, how would everyone feel? Personally, I wouldn't be on board with the idea at all, in fact I would hate it.
"Casting Billie Piper would feel like yet another gimmick, much like bringing back David Tennant did. The role of the Doctor should be treated with more care than just trying to generate the biggest online buzz.
"Personally, I'd love to see Varada Sethu or Suranne Jones take on the role."
Another Redditor chimed in, adding: "If she did come back, I'd still just see her as Rose. Rose was such a key part of why the revival was successful I think it'd diminish the character bringing back Billie as 16."
However, someone else disagreed: "Billie can act thought. I think her Doctor would be different from Rose plus she's 20 years older now." One commenter expressed resignation: "I wouldn't like it, but I wouldn't be surprised at this point."
Another said: "I'd probably watch it just because its Billie. She was why I started watching in the first place. Love that lady." Another one said: "I'd be delighted. I doubt very much that she will be though."
Another enthusiastic fan chimed in: "I would feel very good about it. Billie is a fantastic actress."
One has been left undecided about how they feel, and shared: "A couple of years ago, I'd definitely have loved it. I'd actually already thought about it myself, but since we only just had DT [David Tennant] return, I'm in two minds. I'd have to see how it all played out."
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