Overview

• Ncuti Gatwa, known for his role in Netflix's 'Sex Education', has been cast as the Fourteenth Doctor in 'Doctor Who', making him the first Black male lead in the series.
• Gatwa's first full season as the Doctor is yet to air, but he is already filming his second season, which is expected to air in 2025.
• Millie Gibson, known for her role in 'Coronation Street', has been cast as the Doctor's new full-time companion, Ruby Sunday.
• The upcoming 'Doctor Who' Christmas Special, 'The Church on Ruby Road', will be Gatwa's first episode as the sole Doctor and will introduce Gibson's character.
• Gatwa has expressed uncertainty about his future with the series beyond his second season.