During their recent appearance at LA Comic Con, Billie Piper and David Tennant were asked about the possibility of starring in a Doctor Who movie. Piper’s enthusiastic response was an immediate “Yes,” while Tennant also expressed interest, saying, “Sure!” Piper reflected on her long-standing wish for a film adaptation, jokingly asking, “Where’s the film?”
Return to Doctor Who
Piper excitedly shared her thoughts on the cinematic experience of Doctor Who, noting her delight in seeing the last episode screened in theaters. “I would love the Doctor Who experience on the big screen,” she stated. Tennant agreed, saying, “Oh, for sure, yeah,” and added, “We’re available!”
Doctor Who History in Film
This wouldn’t be the first time Doctor Who has transitioned to film. Notably, Paul McGann portrayed the Eighth Doctor in the 1996 TV movie. Additionally, Peter Cushing starred in the non-canonical films, Dr. Who and the Daleks and Daleks’ Invasion Earth 2150 A.D.
Recent Developments and Future Projects
Piper mentioned that Doctor Who: The Reality War was recently shown in cinemas across the UK and Ireland upon its release in May. Fans are eagerly awaiting news from Disney regarding the show’s potential recommissioning, but it has been confirmed that Doctor Who will continue airing on the BBC regardless of Disney’s involvement.
- Upcoming spin-off: The War Between the Land and the Sea
- Expected air date: Next year
- Current streaming: Available on BBC iPlayer
Fans can keep up with the latest developments by following updates on El-Balad, where more coverage of Doctor Who and related sci-fi content can be found.
