Doctor Who: Nkuti Gatwa to replace Jodie Whittaker

British-Rwandan comedian Ncuti Gatwa will play the 14th Doctor in Doctor Who.

He is best known for his role as Eric Effiong in Sex Education, which earned him the Best Actor award at the Scottish BAFTA Awards 2020, as well as numerous nominations, including Best Actor in a Comedy Program at the BAFTA Awards 2022. Nkuti Gatwa relishes his appearance in the cast of the new season. Doctor Who: “There really are no words to describe how I feel. I’m very flattered, very excited and, of course, a little scared.

This role and this show means so much to so many people around the world, myself included, and each of my incredibly talented predecessors handled this unique responsibility and privilege with the utmost care. I will do my best to do the same. Russell T. Davis is almost as famous as the Doctor himself, and being able to work with him is a dream come true. His writing is fast-paced, exciting, incredibly intelligent, and sparkling with danger. Metaphorical platform of the actor. The whole team was so welcoming and really put their hearts into the show.

And so, although it is scary, I know that I am joining a family that really supports me. Unlike the Doctor, I can only have one heart, but I give it to this entire series. ”

The fourteenth incarnation of the Doctor is entrusted to Nkuti Gatwa.

“The future is already here, and this is Nkuti Gatwa! Sometimes talent comes through the door and it’s so bright and so bold and so bright that I just look and thank my lucky star,”said showrunner Russell T Davies. “He blinded us, grabbed the Doctor, and in seconds had the keys to the TARDIS. It’s an honor to work with him and a pleasure, I can’t wait to get started. I’m sure you’re itching to find out more, but we’re holding ourselves back for now as the epic finale of the wonderful Jodie Whittaker is yet to come. But I promise you that 2023 will be spectacular.” Charlotte Moore, director of content for BBC Television, added: “Ncuti Gatwa has an incredible drive, he is a bright and fearless young actor whose talent and energy will set the world on fire and lead Doctor Who on incredible adventures in a new era of Russell T Davies. “