Doctor Who Season 15 Highlights Darker Doctor and Groundbreaking Companion

Ncuti Gatwa's Fifteenth Doctor explores moral complexity, while Varada Sethu's Belinda Chandra redefines the companion role ahead of the April 12 premiere.

Ncuti Gatwa has teased a darker, more morally complex side of the Fifteenth Doctor, building on elements first introduced in the 2024 Christmas special.
Varada Sethu's Belinda Chandra, a nurse with a practical and resilient perspective, joins as the Doctor's new companion, emphasizing equality and accountability in their dynamic.
Season 15 premieres April 12, 2025, on BBC and Disney+, featuring eight episodes that blend historical, fantastical, and innovative storytelling elements.
The second episode, 'Lux,' takes the Doctor and Belinda to Miami in 1952, exploring both cultural and personal challenges in a historical setting.
Guest stars include Rose Ayling-Ellis and Alan Cumming, with unique episodes incorporating creative storytelling techniques like live-action and animation.