Showrunner Russell T Davies has confirmed that he is already working on Seasons 3 and 4 of Doctor Who, even before the premiere of Season 1 in 2024.
Initially referred to as Series 14, Doctor Who Season 1 will introduce Ncuti Gatwa as the newest Doctor, taking over from current lead actor David Tennant. The anticipated transition from Gatwa to Tennant is scheduled to occur during the final Doctor Who 60th anniversary special, airing on December 9, 2023, or potentially in the Christmas special set for later that month.
Filming for Doctor Who Season 1 concluded in mid-2023, and Gatwa has since announced that he will be returning for Season 2 in 2024. This confirms that he will continue his role as the main character, rather than being replaced by another actor. This news has led to speculation that both Davies and Gatwa may continue their involvement with the show beyond Season 2.
Russell T Davies teases Doctor Who Seasons 3 and 4
In an interview with SFX, Davies announced that Doctor Who Seasons 3 and 4 are currently being worked on. "I'm currently planning Season 3 and there are plans for Season 4," he stated. He also expressed openness to continuing his role in the franchise beyond the fourth season, acknowledging that age is a factor to consider. However, he remains excited about the future of Doctor Who.
Davies has previously hinted that he plans to stay as Doctor Who's showrunner for four seasons, and his recent comments align with this intention. However, it is worth mentioning that Davies has not revealed whether Gatwa will continue to lead Doctor Who throughout the entire four-season run, or if he will leave the show after Season 2.
Davies returned to the series, having previously led the highly successful 2005 revival. In an interview with SFX, Davies revealed his motivation for accepting the BBC's invitation to be the showrunner for Doctor Who again. He expressed a genuine desire to protect the franchise, believing that the show needed someone to take care of it.
Tales of the TARDIS expands the Doctor Who canon
In order to maintain the continued success of Doctor Who, Davies has orchestrated various additional endeavors that exist within the same storyline as the main series. The initial spinoff, known as Tales of the TARDIS, made its debut on November 1 to coincide with the introduction of BBC iPlayer’s Whoniverse portal.
Tales of the TARDIS, a six-part series, brings together various actors from the original Doctor Who cast and is considered an integral part of the show's official canon, as confirmed by Davies. The true importance of Tales of the TARDIS will only be fully understood once Doctor Who Season 1 is aired. Planning to catch Doctor Who Season 1 in 2024? Take a look at our comprehensive guide on streaming all the episodes of the series.
Editor's P/S
As a passionate fan of Doctor Who, I am thrilled to hear the exciting hints about Seasons 3 and 4 from Russell T Davies. The fact that Davies is already working on the future seasons even before the premiere of Season 1 in 2024 demonstrates his dedication and commitment to the show's longevity. The promise of more captivating adventures in the expanded Doctor Who universe with Tales of the TARDIS further adds to the excitement.
The confirmation that Davies is planning for Seasons 3 and 4 aligns with his previous statements about staying on as showrunner for four seasons. This is great news for fans who appreciate his creative vision and want to see him continue to shape the future of the series. Additionally, the potential for Gatwa to remain as the lead actor throughout the four-season run would provide a sense of continuity and allow for further exploration of his character's arc.
