Doctor Who stars Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson tease ‘hottest’ adventure with new companion

Despite introducing Millie Gibson in the Christmas episode, Doctor Who is already gearing up for a brand new companion for Ncuti Gatwa.

In her stellar festive debut alongside the 15th Doctor, Ruby Sunday stole fans hearts with her sharp wit and mysterious heritage.

However, just months later it was revealed she would only be a companion for one season and Andor star Varada Sethu would be taking over in the Tardis.

The 31-year-old actress was spotted on set in January, holding hands with Ncuti, also 31, as they filmed in 60s style clothing.

Discussing the controversial early companion swap at the London premiere of the new series, Millie, 19, declared her ‘beautiful’.

Teasing more about what’s to come, Ncuti added: ‘She’s brought such an amazing energy to the show and has added such an incredible dynamic to that Tardis.’

Millie Gibson will be leaving Doctor Who after one series (Picture: James Pardon/Bad Wolf/BBC Studio)

Varada Sethu will be the new companion (Picture: David M. Benett/Jed Cullen/Dave Benett/Getty Images)

‘We three save the universe,’ the Sex Education star continued as his current co-star chimed in: ‘Save the universe!’

Showing off why their dynamic was so beloved, Ncuti laughed as he said ‘many times over’ before Millie completed the sentence with: ‘In the hottest way.’

Speculation over the season to come, which has show-runner Russell T Davies back at the helm, has been rife.

Excited fans were teased with The Beatles cameo and have speculated returning favourite characters from Jack Harkness to 13th Doctor, Jodie Whittaker.

Confirming Varada as the new companion, Russell shared that he ‘first worked with Varada on a BBC production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and it’s a joy to welcome her on board the TARDIS.’

She was called ‘beautiful’ by Millie at the London premiere (Picture: David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for EE)

The duo teased ‘hottest’ adventures coming up (Picture: Kate Green/Getty Images)

‘Right now in the studio, shooting for 2025, we’ve got Ncuti, Millie and Varada fighting side by side – we need all three, because the stakes are higher than ever!’

Also joining the cast is Bridgerton’s Queen Charlotte herself, Golda Rosheuvel, in an episode titled Space Babies playing a character called Jocelyn.

She has appeared in the Whoniverse before — like most British stars do at some point — as she was in two episodes of spin-off Torchwood.

Doctor Who is set to return on May 11, 2024, on BBC and Disney Plus but fans weren’t pleased with the decision over the release time of each episode.

Weekly instalments will be dropped on Disney’s streaming service at midnight to accommodate a more respectable 10pm EDT for American fans.

This means Brits will either need to watch at midnight or wait until it airs on BBC One later that day, dodging spoilers on social media.

Russell appeared to shade this as he liked comments about how it was unfair to the UK audience, from where the show originates.

However, this cry seems to have fallen on deaf ears with no changes to the air time and a firm TV slot yet to be announced.

Doctor Who returns on May 11, 2024, at midnight on the BBC.

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