Actor Charlie Condou is set to appear alongside Ncuti Gatwa’s Doctor and Varada Sethu’s Belinda Chandra in the second season of Doctor Who, which starts April 12. Condou is known for roles in Coronation Street, Holby City, and Unforgotten.
Here’s the Lowdown: While details of his character are under wraps, Condou expressed his excitement about joining the show he’s long admired and working with showrunner Russell T Davies. Davies praised Condou’s talent, suggesting his casting is for a particularly large and bold episode. Condou is already familiar with the Doctor Who universe, having voiced characters in several Big Finish audio dramas.
What This Means Now: Condou’s casting adds another familiar face to the TARDIS team’s adventures. His enthusiasm and Davies’ comments hint at a significant role within what Condou describes as “one of the most exciting and unforgettable episodes so far.”
The Bigger Picture: This casting continues Davies’ approach of bringing in established actors for key roles in the new era of Doctor Who. Condou’s arrival adds anticipation for the second season, which brings more time-travel escapades across BBC One, BBC iPlayer in the UK, and Disney+ internationally starting April 12th.
