The Ultimate Crossover: Unveiling the Doctors Who Time-Traveled to Star Trek

Summary

Star Trek and Doctor Who share many actors, with over thirty actors appearing in both franchises over the years.

Prominent actors including David Ajala, Daphne Ashbrook, Steven Berkoff, and Orla Brady have made appearances in both Star Trek and Doctor Who.

Additionally, notable actors who have been featured in both franchises comprise Noel Clarke, John Franklyn-Robbins, Simon Pegg, Deep Roy, Mark Sheppard, and David Warner.

Star Trek and Doctor Who, two of the most beloved science fiction franchises, share numerous similarities. Originating as television shows in the 1960s, both have expanded to encompass various spin-offs, movies, books, and audio adventures. Furthermore, they boast enthusiastic fanbases who frequently participate in conventions, engage in artistic endeavors, and immerse themselves in the world of cosplay.

Throughout their extensive histories, these franchises have welcomed a multitude of actors who have crossed over from one to the other. Whether battling Daleks, Klingons, Cybermen, or the Borg, these actors have left their mark on both Doctor Who and Star Trek. Without a doubt, the vast array of episodes ensures that these two shows would inevitably share many performers. For a comprehensive list of every actor who has appeared in both Doctor Who and Star Trek, kindly continue reading.

19 David Ajala

18 Daphne Ashbrook

: Meet David Ajala, the talented actor behind the character Cleveland Booker in Star Trek: Discovery. In the series, Booker, who belongs to the Kwejian species, crossed paths with Commander Michael Burnham (played by Sonequa Martin-Green) when she and the USS Discovery journeyed to the 32nd century. Their encounter led to a unique partnership, as Michael joined Book as a courier and their connection blossomed into a romantic relationship. Remarkably, this love story endured even after Burnham assumed the role of Captain on the USS Discovery. Not only is Ajala recognized for his role in Star Trek, but he also made a notable appearance in the Doctor Who episode "The Best Below" as Peter, the esteemed leader of the Winders, a prominent police force.

Daphne Ashbrook portrayed Ensign Melora Pazlar, the titular character in the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode "Melora" from season 2. Melora, the first Elaysian to join Starfleet, relied on an anti-grav chair to navigate environments with Earth-like gravity, such as Deep Space Nine, due to the low gravity on her homeworld. Additionally, Ashbrook brought Dr. Grace Holloway to life in the 1996 Doctor Who: The Television Movie.

17 Steven Berkoff

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine season 5 episode "Business As Usual," Hagath, an unyielding arms dealer who temporarily operates from Quark's bar on Deep Space Nine, is portrayed by Steven Berkoff. Berkoff's character depiction differs in his appearance as a holographic Shakri in the Doctor Who season 7 episode "The Power of Three." Within this context, the Shakri, a humanoid species capable of interstellar travel, endeavors to eradicate the entirety of humanity, until their endeavors are halted by the Eleventh Doctor, played by Matt Smith.

16 Orla Brady

Orla Brady joined the Star Trek franchise recently, making appearances in both seasons 1 and 2 of Star Trek: Picard. In the series, she portrayed the characters of Laris and Tallinn, who were Romulans. Laris worked closely with Admiral Jean-Luc Picard (played by Patrick Stewart) at his Chateau Picard vineyard, and their relationship grew to become romantic. Meanwhile, Tallinn served as a protector to Picard's ancestor, Renée Picard, ensuring that history unfolded as it should. In addition to Star Trek, Orla Brady also portrayed Tasha Lem, the Mother Superior of the Papal Mainframe, in the Doctor Who episode titled "The Time of the Doctor."

15 Christina Chong

14 Noel Clarke

Christina Chong's portrayal of Lt. La'an Noonien-Singh in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds has garnered a passionate and devoted fan base. As a descendant of the infamous dictator Khan Noonien-Singh, portrayed by Ricardo Montalbán, La'an has dedicated much of her life to distancing herself from her ancestor's dark legacy. On the USS Enterprise, she holds the vital position of Security Chief, serving under the esteemed leadership of Captain Christopher Pike, played by Anson Mount. Prior to her role in Star Trek, Christina Chong captivated audiences in the Doctor Who episode "A Good Man Goes to War" as the ill-fated soldier, Lorna Bucket.

Noel Clarke had a significant part in the initial two seasons of the rebooted Doctor Who, portraying Mickey Smith, the romantic partner of Rose Tyler (Billie Piper). Mickey joined Rose on a few of her escapades with The Doctor before eventually embarking on his own journey. In J.J. Abrams' Star Trek Into Darkness, Noel Clarke appeared as Thomas Harewood, a Starfleet Officer and member of Section 31 who was forced by Khan Noonien-Singh (Benedict Cumberbatch) to trigger a suicide bomb.

13 John Franklyn-Robbins

12 Sonita Henry

Character actor John Franklyn-Robbins enjoyed a prolific career spanning both television and film, making notable appearances in various popular franchises. Among his numerous roles, Franklyn-Robbins portrayed a Time Lord in the iconic 1975 Doctor Who serial "Genesis of The Daleks" alongside the Fourth Doctor, portrayed by Tom Baker. Additionally, he took on the role of Macias, the leader of a Maquis cell stationed at the Federation colony of Juhraya, in Star Trek: The Next Generation.

In Star Trek (2009), Sonita Henry skillfully portrays the unnamed doctor on the USS Kelvin. She assists Winona Kirk (Jennifer Morrison) during the delivery of her baby boy, James Kirk (Chris Pine). Moreover, in the Doctor Who episode "The Time of the Doctor," Henry takes on the role of Colonel Meme, serving aboard the Papal Mainframe as a devoted subordinate to Orla Brady's character, Tasha Lem. However, her character's fate takes a tragic turn when the Daleks manipulate her before the Eleventh Doctor dashes to the rescue.

11 Barrie Ingham

10 Chris Obi

Barrie Ingham starred in all four episodes of the 1965 Doctor Who series titled "The Myth Makers" alongside the First Doctor, portrayed by William Hartnell. In this series, Ingham portrayed the character of Paris, a figure from Greek mythology known for eloping with Helen of Troy, resulting in the infamous Trojan War. Notably, Ingham also made a guest appearance in an episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation as Danilo Odell, the leader of a group of settlers referred to as the Bringloidi.

Chris Obi depicted T'Kuvma, the Klingon warrior, in two episodes of Star Trek: Discovery. T'Kuvma's assault on the Federation and subsequent demise revived tensions between the Klingons and the Federation, perpetuating the Klingon War. In the Doctor Who episode "Closing Time," Obi shared the screen with the Eleventh Doctor, playing the role of George, a security guard at a department store. Unfortunately, George's workplace was infested with Cybermen, and he eventually fell victim to their conversion process.

9 Simon Pegg

8 Olaf Pooley

Simon Pegg made a cameo appearance in one episode of Doctor Who before his rise to fame as a blockbuster movie star. The episode titled "The Long Game," featuring the Ninth Doctor (played by Christopher Eccleston), showcased Pegg in the role of The Editor. In this futuristic setting, The Editor held control over the news and surveillance of the 2001st century under the watchful eye of a giant slug-like creature known as the Jagrafess. Additionally, Pegg contributed to the Star Trek franchise by portraying the character of Enterprise Engineer Montgomery "Scotty" Scott in all three of J.J. Abrams' Star Trek movies.

Olaf Pooley stars in the Star Trek: Voyager episode "Blink of an Eye" as an unnamed Cleric who contacts the crew of Voyager, mistakenly assuming that it is a populated star. Pooley's role in Doctor Who is more significant, as he appears in all seven episodes of the 1970 serial "Inferno" alongside the Third Doctor (John Pertwee). In this serial, Pooley portrays a German scientist who initiates the Inferno Project, a venture focused on drilling deep into the Earth.

7 Maurice Roëves

Maurice Roëves briefly appears as an unnamed Romulan captain in the Star Trek: The Next Generation season 6 episode "The Chase". However, he assumes a more significant role in Doctor Who where he portrays the hired mercenary named Stotz in all four parts of the 1984 serial, "The Caves of Androzani" alongside the Fifth Doctor (Peter Davison). This serial, "The Caves of Androzani", features the regeneration of The Doctor, with Colin Baker making his debut as the Sixth Doctor in the final moments.

6 Deep Roy

Renowned for his portrayal of all the Oompa Loompas in Tim Burton's adaptation of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Deep Roy stands out as a distinguished actor who has left his mark on Doctor Who, Star Trek, and Star Wars. Fans may recall his unforgettable performance in the 1977 Doctor Who episode "The Talons of Weng-Chiang," where he mesmerized audiences as Mr. Sin, a diabolical cyborg ventriloquist's dummy, alongside the beloved Fourth Doctor. Additionally, in J.J. Abrams' riveting Star Trek films, Deep Roy astounds as Ensign Keenser, a valuable member of the Starfleet crew who not only supports but also forms a lasting friendship with the brilliant Engineer Scotty.

5 Mark Sheppard

4 W. Morgan Sheppard

Mark Sheppard is a versatile actor known for his roles in various genre shows. Notable appearances include popular series such as The X-Files, Battlestar Galactica, Firefly, and Supernatural. Adding to his impressive repertoire, Sheppard also featured in Star Trek: Voyager season 6, portraying the character Leucon, the deceitful father of Icheb (Manu Intiraymi). Moreover, in Doctor Who, Sheppard took on the role of Canton Everett Delaware III, an ex-FBI agent who assisted the Eleventh Doctor in investigating The Silence.

In the Doctor Who episode "The Impossible Astronaut," W. Morgan Sheppard, Mark Sheppard's father, portrayed the older incarnation of his son's character. Additionally, within the Star Trek series, W. Morgan Sheppard appeared as four distinct characters. In "The Schizoid Man" episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation, he brilliantly portrayed Ira Graves, a cyberneticist who momentarily inhabited Data's body. Sheppard also took on the role of a Klingon Commander in Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country, an uncredited Vulcan Science Minister in Star Trek (2009), and the Voyager episode "Bliss" featured him as the pilot Qatai.

3 Guy Siner

2 David Warner

Guy Siner appeared as Stuart Reed, Lt. Malcolm Reed's father, in the Star Trek: Enterprise episode "Silent Enemy" of season 1. Stuart was not supportive of his son's decision to join Starfleet, resulting in a long period of no communication between them. Additionally, in the 1975 serial "Genesis of the Daleks," Guy Siner portrayed a young military officer alongside the Fourth Doctor in Doctor Who.

David Warner is a renowned character actor who has made multiple appearances in the Star Trek franchise. In Star Trek V: The Final Frontier, he portrayed the role of Federation diplomat St. John Talbot, while in Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country, he played the esteemed character of Klingon Chancellor Gorkon. Additionally, Warner took on the compelling role of Cardassian Gul Madred in the two-part "Chain of Command" episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation. Although primarily associated with Star Trek, Warner also made a notable guest appearance in an episode of Doctor Who, portraying a Soviet scientist aboard a Cold War submarine in the thrilling adventure of the Eleventh Doctor titled "Cold War."

1 Torchwood Actors Who Appeared In Star Trek

In comparison to Star Trek, the Doctor Who franchise may not have as many television shows and movies. However, Doctor Who has had multiple spin-offs, with Torchwood being the most famous. Torchwood features John Barrowman in the role of Captain Jack Harkness, an immortal character. Interestingly, a number of actors from Torchwood have also appeared in various Star Trek shows, with John de Lancie and Nana Visitor being the most notable examples.

John de Lancie has portrayed the god-like entity Q in multiple Star Trek shows, and he has additionally played CIA Agent Allen Shapiro in three episodes of Torchwood. Nana Visitor, on the other hand, is recognized for her portrayal of Bajoran Major Kira Nerys in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and she made appearances in two episodes of Torchwood as Olivia Colasanto.

The list of actors who have appeared in both Torchwood and Star Trek includes: Amy Benedict, Jason Brooks, Alan Dale, Van Epperson, Paul Hayes, Bari Hochwald, George Murdock, Robin Sachs, Eric Steinberg, Richard Wharton, Michelle Wong, David Youse, and Kelvin Yu. It's worth noting that the Doctor Who and Star Trek franchises not only share a significant fanbase overlap, but also feature more than thirty actors who have made appearances in both these popular science fiction universes.