Doctor who when does it start

Due to Covid, there will be six episodes instead of the expected 11, with two specials already shot for A third special is then scheduled to air to coincide with the BBC's centenary celebrations in autumn , which will also act as Jodie Whittaker and Chris Chibnall's swansong. The second preview shows off very little, but gives us brief glimpses of a number of new planets, as well as newcomers Dan and Vinder. The Doctor and returning companion Yaz both feature heavily, too.

A few moments to highlight in chronological order include: killer robots, the TARDIS rocketing through the time vortex, Dan falling on his face in an environment that seems Egyptian, the Doctor and Yaz flying across a planet while holding onto a glider, and Yaz telling a guilty-looking Doctor that she is "hiding something. Jodie Whittaker and Mandip Gill will return to their respective roles, while Chris Chibnall will once again act as showrunner.

Ed Hime and Maxine Alderton both return as writers, with Segun Akinola likewise composing the thirteenth series after joining in season Jamie Magnus Stone and Azhur Saleem were both confirmed as directors for the six-episode run. The Liverpool-born and bred comic previously held roles in seasons 3 and 4 of Skins, as well as the ITV crime thriller drama Fearless.

This is inarguably Bishop's biggest role in acting to date. While few details are out there about the plot of season 13 right now, we do know that the six episodes will tell an overarching story — the first time this has happened since 's The Trial of a Timelord serial with Colin Baker.

The 13th season of Doctor Who is due to drop anytime soon — probably in autumn or winter towards the end of the year. Many fans believe October or November are likely to start dates for the series and it will run for just six episodes.

The upcoming season, which will adopt a one-story format, will see the return of Jodie Whittaker and companion Yaz played by Mandip Gill , and will also introduce new character Dan, played by stand-up comedian John Bishop. Her biggest adventure yet. Returns later this year. DoctorWho Series13 pic. It was recently announced that Russell T. I know change can be scary and none of us know what's out there.

That's why we keep looking. Travel Hopefully. The Universe will surprise you. In the same statement, Chibnall has revealed that these twin departures were actually planned out all along:. Jodie's magnificent, iconic Doctor has exceeded all our high expectations. She's been the gold standard leading actor, shouldering the responsibility of being the first female Doctor with style, strength, warmth, generosity and humour.

She captured the public imagination and continues to inspire adoration around the world, as well as from everyone on the production. I can't imagine working with a more inspiring Doctor — so I'm not going to! To finish our time on the show with an additional Special, after the pandemic changed and challenged our production plans, is a lovely bonus.

It's great that the climax of the Thirteenth Doctor's story will be at the heart s of the BBC's centenary celebrations. They're in for a treat! However Yaz, played by Mandeep Gill, is back for season 13 — and we have a couple of new faces to get excited about. Chibnall added: "It's time for the next chapter of Doctor Who , and it starts with a man called Dan. Oh, we've had to keep this one secret for a long, long time. Our conversations started with John even before the pandemic hit.

Initially, Bishop had his hands full with another project, which meant that he had to reject Chibnall's first offer. I was flattered but the problem was I was on tour when they were meant to be filming. So although I fancied it, I had to say no. Lockdown arrived so I made a phone call and fortunately they had moved their filming dates. Jacob Anderson, who played Grey Worm in Game of Thrones , has also been cast as a character called Vinder, who links up with the Doctor and her companions in their fight against evil.

This is very cool. Chris is currently writing and producing Doctor Who season 13, which will consist of six episodes scheduled to air later this year. We don't have an exact date yet but as soon as we do, we'll pop it right here. Give us two seconds…. The official air date is October 31, Yeah, that makes much more sense! The season also has an official title: Doctor Who: Flux. Ooooh, mysterious!