THE BBC has announced former Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies will return to helm the sci-fi drama.
Award-winning writer Davies brought the show back in 2005 before quitting in 2009 – and now he will return to take over from departing boss Chris Chibnall.
Current Doctor Jodie Whittaker will bow out in a trio of special episodes next year.
Russell will then helm the show through its 60th anniversary in 2023 and the series beyond.
His tenure on the show oversaw a surge in popularity enjoying huge acclaim and success.
The Doctor won the nation’s hearts through his masterful relaunch, which led him to create two spin off series, Torchwood and The Sarah Jane Adventures during that time.
He said in a statement: “I’m beyond excited to be back on my favourite show.
“But we’re time-travelling too fast, there’s a whole series of Jodie Whittaker’s brilliant Doctor for me to enjoy, with my friend and hero Chris Chibnall at the helm – I’m still a viewer for now.”
Chris Chibnall added: “It’s monumentally exciting and fitting that Doctor Who’s 60th anniversary will see one of Britain’s screenwriting diamonds return home.
“Russell built the baton that is about to be handed back to him – Doctor Who, the BBC, the screen industry in Wales, and let’s be honest everyone in the whole world, have so many reasons to be Very Excited Indeed about what lies ahead.”
Piers Wenger, BBC Director of Drama said: “As the 13th Doctor prepares to embark on new and extraordinary adventures, the winds of change are blowing… bringing with them news to delight Doctor Who fans across the globe.
“We are thrilled that Russell is returning to Doctor Who to build on the huge achievements of Chris and Jodie.
“Thank you to the two of them and the team in Cardiff for all they continue to do for the show and hello Russell, it’s wonderful to have you back.”
The new Doctor will be announced at a later date.
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