Summary
Ncuti Gatwa's portrayal of the Fifteenth Doctor in the Doctor Who 60th Anniversary specials is highly anticipated and his appearance in the trailers confirms his involvement.
Gatwa's success in Sex Education illustrates his talent for bringing charisma and personality to his character, making him well-suited for his portrayal of the Doctor. The coinciding release of the Doctor Who trailers with the triumph of Sex Education season 4 only heightens the anticipation for his performance in the show.
The Doctor Who 60th Anniversary specials have recently released trailers, offering audiences a fresh look at Ncuti Gatwa's portrayal of the Fifteenth Doctor. This exciting glimpse couldn't have come at a more opportune moment. Although fans will have to wait until 2024 to witness Gatwa permanently taking on the iconic role, Doctor Who is currently focusing on the show's 60th Anniversary first. Instead of immediately diving into the Gatwa era, the series will be releasing three special episodes and bringing back David Tennant as The Doctor and Catherine Tate as Donna Noble.
While Ncuti Gatwa will indeed portray the Fifteenth Doctor, the role of David Tennant in this storyline remains uncertain. Known for his previous portrayal as the Tenth Doctor, it was a surprising twist when Jodie Whittaker's Thirteenth Doctor seemingly regressed in her regeneration cycle and emerged with Tennant's face once again. With everything currently up in the air, audiences are left with numerous questions and very few answers. However, Gatwa's presence in the trailers confirms his involvement in some capacity, and his introduction to the franchise comes at the perfect timing.
Doctor Who's 15th Doctor Tease Perfectly Coincides With Sex Education Season 4
Sex Education Season 4 Just Further Proves Ncuti Gatwa Will Be An Amazing Doctor
Gatwa made his appearance in the 60th Anniversary trailer, which was released on Saturday, September 23rd. Interestingly, this was also the exact moment when Sex Education season 4 became trending on Netflix. Known for his brilliant portrayal of Eric Effiong in the long-standing teen comedy, Gatwa has always been recognized as one of the standout members of the cast. Although the two shows cater to different audiences, it was Sex Education that initially brought Gatwa into the spotlight. The tremendous success of its fourth season coincided perfectly with the heightened anticipation surrounding the Doctor Who specials.
Eric, portrayed by Gatwa, has consistently stolen the spotlight in the show. In fact, some viewers have gone as far as suggesting that season 4 should mark the end of Sex Education because they believe Eric's departure would make it lackluster. He injects an abundance of personality and charm into a character that could easily be deemed dull or unappealing, thus transforming him from being just Otis' friend to a standalone character that genuinely captures the audience's hearts. Throughout the series, Gatwa's portrayal of Eric has flawlessly evolved alongside the creative input of Sex Education's writers, resulting in truly mesmerizing character development. Season 4 might very well showcase Gatwa's most outstanding performance yet.
Gatwa's involvement in Doctor Who bodes well, as he possesses the necessary level of vibrant personality and eccentricity to truly make the character his own. The triumph of Sex Education serves as proof that he has the ability to excel in this role, despite it being distinctly different and potentially more dramatic than his previous experience. This presents the ideal opportunity for Gatwa to showcase his exceptional talent and generate excitement for the upcoming series of Doctor Who.