Freddie Fox, known for roles in The Gentlemen, The Crown, and House of the Dragon, is joining the cast of Doctor Who for its second season, airing from 12 April. He’ll play a villainous character from another planet, facing off against the Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and companion Belinda Chandra (Varada Sethu).
Here’s the Lowdown: Fox, who previously worked with showrunner Russell T Davies on the Channel 4 dramas Cucumber and Banana, is stepping into the “Whoniverse.” Davies describes Fox’s character as having “fury, venom, cunning, and a beautiful set of horns.” The new season begins on 12 April.
What This Means Now: The addition of a well-regarded actor like Fox, known for both TV and stage work (including a Laurence Olivier Award nomination), adds further excitement to the upcoming season of Doctor Who. His casting as a villain suggests a significant threat for the Doctor and his companion.
The Bigger Picture: This casting news continues the build-up to the second season of Doctor Who with Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor. The series is a co-production between Bad Wolf, BBC Studios, the BBC, and Disney Branded Television. UK viewers can watch it on BBC One and BBC iPlayer starting April 12th, while international audiences can find it on Disney+ (where available).
