David Tennant and Catherine Tate to return to Doctor Who

The Tenth Doctor David Tennant and his companion Donna Noble Catherine Tate are to return to Doctor Who.

The BBC announced the news on Sunday evening (UK time), saying the pair is filming scenes for inclusion in the show's diamond jubilee airing in 2023.

Showrunner Russell T Davies said "They're back! And it looks impossible - first, we announce a new Doctor, and then an old Doctor, along with the wonderful Donna, what on earth is happening?  Maybe this is a missing story. Or a parallel world. Or a dream, or a trick, or a flashback. The only thing I can confirm is that it’s going to be spectacular, as two of our greatest stars reunite for the battle of a lifetime."

It's not the first time Tennant appeared in the show after his departure in 2010 - he appeared in the 50th anniversary outing The Day of the Doctor.

The news today follows the announcement of Ncuti Gatwa as the 14th Doctor Who. He will take over the role in 2022 when current TARDIS incumbent Jodie Whittaker steps aside.