Doctor Who Christmas Special Trailer: Nicola Coughlan Joins Ncuti Gatwa
VarietyStory by Ellise Shafer
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The 'Doctor Who' Christmas special promises dino-mite action as newcomer Nicola Coughlan joins Ncuti Gatwa's Time Lord in a festive adventure of time-hopping chaos.
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- In the trailer, Coughlan's character Joy accidentally checks into a London hotel during the holidays and faces off against multiple versions of the Doctor, setting the stage for a wildly unpredictable special.
- The special marks the first major crossover between the 'Doctor Who' and 'Bridgerton' universes, hinting at potential future collaborations between the two hit BBC franchises.
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Nicola Coughlan, Ncuti Gatwa, BBC, Doctor Who Christmas Special, Joy to the World, Bridgerton