Doctor Who writer details real reason Ncuti Gatwa landed Time Lord role

DOCTOR WHO showrunner and writer Russell T Davies has explained why Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa was the perfect person to take over as Time Lord from Jodie Whittaker.
After months of speculation, Ncuti Gatwa was confirmed by the BBC as the 14th Time Lord. The Sex Education star will be the first black male actor to take on the starring role and returning showrunner Russell T Davies spoke to Express.co.uk about why he was chosen. He also revealed Ncuti took the role from another actor, when he was the last star to audition.