Charlie Condou, probably best known for starring in Holby City and, playing Marcus Dent, Coronation Street, will star as Gary in an episode of Doctor Who Series 15.

He’ll join the Fifteenth Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and new companion, Belinda Chandra (Varada Sethu), for a story in the upcoming season of Doctor Who that’s set to begin on 12th April with The Robot Revolution.

Condou has starred in The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, Unforgotten, and Midsomer Murders, as well as stage performances of The Rocky Horror Show and Arthur Miller’s The Crucible.

Charlie said:

“I’m absolutely thrilled to be joining the Whoniverse, having been a fan for so long, and finally getting a chance to work with the legend that is Russell T Davies! It’s an honour to be part of such an iconic show and I can’t wait for everyone to see what I think is one of the most exciting and unforgettable episodes so far!”

Russell T Davies, showrunner, said:

“Welcome on board, Charlie.  Some episodes of Doctor Who are so big and bold, they need all the talent we can throw at them, and that’s when you call for Charlie Condou! It’s a delight to work with him at last, and I can’t wait for people to see the wildness of this story.”

He’ll be in The Interstellar Song Contest, which will air on 17th May 2025, the same day as the Eurovision Song Contest.

Condou has previously been in Big Finish’s Doctor Who audios, notably playing multiple roles in Ravenous: World of Damnation/ Sweet Salvation.

Doctor Who Series 15 begins on 12th April 2025.