Two Familiar Faces Are Returning To ‘Doctor Who’

Two familiar faces will be returning to “Doctor Who.”

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David Tennant will be back to reprise his role as the 10th Doctor.

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Catherine Tate will be back as fan-favorite companion Donna Noble.

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The two have filmed scenes for the 60th anniversary of “Doctor Who.”

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Veteran showrunner Russell T. Davies will be returning as well.

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He kicked off the show in 2005 again and a brief hiatus.

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He was the showrunner from 2005 to 2010 until he stepped down.

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There is no exact release date for the special just yet.

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It will air some time next year in time for the show’s 60th anniversary.

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