Ncuti Gatwa on being the first Black, queer Doctor Who

Ncuti Gatwa is the new Doctor Who - the time and space-travelling lead in the BBC's hit show of the same name. Ahead of the season premiere, Ncuti joins Tom to tell us what it was like taking the reins on this British pop culture institution, and what he wanted to bring to the show as the first Black queer Doctor.
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[@NanaYawAforo]

Folks, Ncuti is doing great, the show is great, and most of the world watches and still enjoys doctor who, and how a few infantile youtube commenters feel about that doesn’t matter.

[@TheWanderingBard17]

Matt smith still hold the title as youngest doctor to start their first series

[@JeiElRai]

Ah yes, the JFK of Timelords

[@hothemeep1219]

@@JeiElRai both were shot in America

[@sandravermeulen5610]

After seeing the Christmas special, I think he is a great fit. He has energy and charisma.

[@KathleenHolland-nk8nk]

Same!

[@denisestyx2052]

I agree. I’m excited for the season.

[@charlieries-coward8111]

I agree too he brilliant actor and brilliant New Doctor he amazing we love him 🏳️‍🌈

[@Delaross88]

😂😂😂

[@BellBookandCandle-vl7xr]

Brilliant! So happy for Ncuti Gatwa and for the show.

[@randomstardust1365]

I'm a Canadian, old enough to have watched the 60's Dr Who, but too young to have gotten more out of it than the Daleks were very scary. The show has remained a touchstone of my childhood though, and I've watched it on and off through the years. And yes, David Tennant is a particular favourite. I absolutely love Ncuti as the new Doc and hope he gets to wear a kilt often. And twirl, often. He brings a joyful force of nature to the world and I can't wait to see the new series. For interests sake, a Canadian, Sydney Newman originated the kernel idea of Dr Who and The Avengers (not the Marvel ones) and you might want to google articles on him. I can't post links here. Cheers!

[@emrys7168]

I am so bloody excited about Fifteen! Ncuti is a force of nature, an amazing, amazing actor and I'm so proud of a Fife boy making such an impact! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Can't wait for the next six Saturdays.

[@granvillesimmons6033]

I think Ncuti is delightful as The Doctor, and I've been a fan since the 70s.

[@reyramirez5710]

Sorry to see comments from hateful losers, but I’m looking forward to the new season. Welcome aboard Ncuti!!!

[@mrd5024]

found the bots

[@4014Thugsy]

Indeed, it's like they think this is yelp or something, If they don't like it, why go out of their way to complain...

[@charlieries-coward8111]

I liked him am looking forward to new season f Doctor who 🙂🏳️‍🌈

[@charlieries-coward8111]

Forward to,Doctor who new Season too

[@mynameisleeyesitis]

his resting facial expression reminds me of kenneth williams delivering innuendo

[@4014Thugsy]

Excited about this new season (really enjoyed it so far)

[@MillerFobbs]

Why?

[@TerryWard-wn8wj]

@@MillerFobbs because you aren't

[@MillerFobbs]

@@TerryWard-wn8wj You'll be sitting at at table for one, Tabitha WOKE. Ratings have gone.

[@TerryWard-wn8wj]

@@MillerFobbs you live in order to teach the rest of us how not to.

[@4014Thugsy]

@MillerFobbs wait, what is your description of "woke". Because most rightwingnut extremist are using that term for anything Black/LGBTQ Communities/ etc. I have never applied that term to science fiction stories. If you are so upset about the future, don't watch it,

[@ce7406]

@8.30 NCUTI MY FAV U ARE SO GOOD 😭❤❤❤❤ these new episodes are brilliant

[@whirlwhind666]

Why did his answers feel so stock?

[@loopyfrog]

because he's probably weary of answering the same questions over and over and over again from a tonne of interviews

[@juliussmith4001]

Bravo! WOW!

[@techniqueswithtodd]

Here we go.......

[@coloursfilm]

Yes indeed! It's so good and he's amazing in the role. HERE WE GO!!!

[@tanobammino2519]

You are going? Far far far away I hope... Why did you even show up in the first place? You don't like this remember, so why torture yourself?

[@charlieries-coward8111]

Brilliant Actor love his doctor already well done 🙂🏳️‍🌈💪

[@steelsheen]

I've watched A LOT of interviews with Ncuti, not just now for Doctor Who but from earlier parts of his career as well, lots of those were great interviews. this ISN'T one of them 😒. something about this interviewer feels like he's digging for dirt, like a typical journo trying to find something juicy to sensationalize.👎

[@spunkybrewster1972]

.....and the series tanks.

[@NanaYawAforo]

what a lovely human being❤

[@officialrivv]

Keep Doctor Who. Idk who tf watched it then and idk who tf would watch it now 😂

[@tykotate9346]

He's so smug.

[@watonemillion]

He told people to not watch the show, and his wish was granted lol

[@ce7406]

interviewer sucks not being mean just honest

[@Delaross88]

He must have gotten this role purely based on his acting skill and talent. I’m sure it had nothing to do with DEI 😂 Disney is mentally ill

[@andrewcorbett5729]

Whens the all white remake of Desmonds and Shaft coming?

[@TerryWard-wn8wj]

when is your blockbuster screenplay coming out?

[@OsirisMalkovich]

Looks like we found the edgy girl in the chat

[@pipsdontlie3031]

When are you going to be original or funny

[@4014Thugsy]

I laugh at people that will watch something, and then go out of their way to complain on stations/channels about the subject. Like its YELP or something, and they are posting a review or talking to the manager. That means you Andrew, laughing at you.

[@dancoyle6911]

Is the fact that every other doctor is white integral to understanding the character? Does his whiteness actually matter when he’s a space alien? Nah. You just wanted to be the focus! Felt sad cause the space alien hero isn’t your same skin color, did ya? I don’t think you actually watch the show lol

[@user-vv7hb8ok2f]

no thanks.

[@itsjoeycaleb]

lmao “I hate him so I’m gonna comment on his interview to boost its reach.” 🤡

[@TheFunkyJawa]

There's thousands of TV shows I don't watch. It really wouldn't be intelligent of me to comment on them.

[@user-vv7hb8ok2f]

@@TheFunkyJawa nope.

[@user-vv7hb8ok2f]

@@itsjoeycaleb still a no.

[@fuferito]

At this point, it's all about getting the cheapest nobody actor who can check the most diversity boxes... Good luck, whovians!

[@callumhornby5880]

Ncuti Gatwa is huge are you mad? Sex education was a hit, as well as the fact he was in Barbie. He's proved himself as a really versatile actor who can play dark and emotional as well as joyous. I think you're butt hurt by this casting for no reason. Give it a chance. It's a show about change and it's changing with the times

[@DoctorWhoManiaProductions23]

No need to be ignorant

[@mushroom_man_jpg]

Ncuti Gatwa is a very well known actor

[@malmalfactor3544]

Sounds to me like you didn't even watch the show. You're missing out. Ncuti is not only an amazing actor, but he seems to be bringing about an amazing return to form for Doctor Who.

[@mrd5024]

Checkbox hiring

[@TheFunkyJawa]

cliché post

[@OsirisMalkovich]

Checked your mom's box last night

[@backacheache]

Yes, if the checkboxs are intelligent, skilled and charismatic

[@lc360]

One black doctor out of 15 and you pee your pants

[@mrd5024]

@@lc360 it is all so transparent. pandering to people who demand change but then never follow up with the support

[@lselson]

CRAP GUEST! GREAT HOST!

[@marknewcombe2488]

✅ ☑️ ✔️ 👌👌. Worst viewed series ever. 🫡