Doctor Who’s exciting new special confirms release date and additional fan-favourite returns
The BBC has officially revealed when the new installment of “Doctor Who: Unleashed” will air, and they’ve also disclosed that a few well-known characters from the Doctor Who universe will make guest appearances.
Under the guidance of Steffan Powell, this special event is designed to honor the 20-year milestone of the 2005 comeback of “Doctor Who”.
The one-hour show is set for release this coming Saturday, June 7th, at 6 am exclusively on BBC iPlayer. Later in the day, it will also be broadcast on BBC One Wales and BBC Three.
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The show will guide us on an exciting journey through the time vortex, accompanied by Powell and various cast and crew members who have contributed to the revival of the series within the Doctor Who universe.
Actors Karen Gillan and Arthur Darvill, known for portraying fan-favorite characters Amy Pond and Rory Williams alongside the Eleventh Doctor, have also been revealed to be included in this upcoming event.
Previously confirmed for the lineup are Doctor stars, David Tennant and Jodie Whittaker, who appeared in the role before this.
Additionally, Billie Piper, Pearl Mackie, and Mandip Gill – previous companions – will also appear in the “Doctor Who: Unleashed” special.
As a gaming enthusiast, I’m super excited to share that Ncuti Gatwa, who plays the Fifteenth Doctor, and Varada Sethu as Belinda Chandra, my favorite companion, are set to grace our screens in this upcoming special!
Additionally, the upcoming episode is set to feature guest appearances by notable figures who work off-screen, such as past showrunners like Steven Moffat and Chris Chibnall.
The current showrunner, Russell T Davies, known for bringing back the popular British science fiction series in 2005, will also participate.
In other parts of the Whoniverse, the ongoing season of Doctor Who is nearing its end and will culminate in the broadcast of the final episode titled ‘The Reality War’ on Saturday, 31st May.
Teasing ahead to the conclusion, Davies has promised fans some “unexpected turns”.
He shared that it offers a satisfying experience for longtime enthusiasts, yet remains thrilling for those just starting to follow, according to his statement in Doctor Who Magazine.
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In the United Kingdom, you can catch “Doctor Who” on BBC One, while it airs on Disney+ everywhere else. For those in the UK, classic episodes of “Doctor Who” can be found on BBC iPlayer.
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2025-05-29 17:49