In an alternate reality, the BBC embraced a cinematic universe for Doctor Who akin to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, spearheaded by the beloved David Tennant. This tantalizing parallel universe showcases an interconnected series of films and spin-offs, each weaving the intricate fabric of time travel, alien adventures, and heroic escapades. David Tennant’s charismatic portrayal of the Doctor would have anchored this expansive universe, drawing fans old and new into a cohesive, thrilling narrative.
The potential for rich storytelling, character crossovers, and epic intergalactic battles remains a vivid, unfulfilled dream. This missed opportunity highlights what could have been a revolutionary era for the BBC, cementing Doctor Who’s legacy in cinematic history.
Tennant’s Doctor Who Cinematic Universe: Hope Amidst BBC’s Timey-Wimey Decision
Marvel just unveiled its future phases, chock-full of superheroes. But in a bizarre twist from an alternate dimension, the BBC dropped their own bombshell: a Doctor Who cinematic universe! Yes, you read that right. “Meanwhile in the parallel universe…” a big-screen adventure with David Tennant’s beloved Doctor battling foes across time and space awaits!
Meanwhile in the parallel universe – as Marvel teases their upcoming slate for phase four, the BBC unveils their own Doctor Who line-up for the next few years…#DoctorWho #MarvelStudios pic.twitter.com/7tj22LD6CR
— Georgie O'Boy (@Georgie_OBoy) May 3, 2021
Hold your sonic screwdrivers, Whovians, because this dreamverse dream is exactly that—a dream. Despite Tennant’s triumphant return for the 60th anniversary as the Fourteenth Doctor, the BBC insists his time is up. Fans were left reeling after the anniversary special’s big twist: a “bigeneration” with Tennant’s Doctor sticking around alongside Ncuti Gatwa’s Fifteenth Doctor.
Showrunner Russell T Davies assured us it’s Gatwa’s time to shine. In an interview with The Times, Davies shut down any immediate return talk, stating,
David is parked and retired and it’s all Ncuti’s show now. Genuinely. Not that David might be coming back — he’s absolutely not coming back.
Now, that could be a major missed opportunity for BBC, but wait, there’s still some hope! Davies did hint at a “Doctorverse” thanks to the bigeneration twist, where every Doctor exists in their own timeline. So, Tennant’s Doctor could theoretically return someday.
While Gatwa deserves his solo adventures, Tennant’s Doctor’s continued existence—especially alongside Donna Noble—feels like a missed opportunity. A Doctor Who cinematic universe with Tennant at the helm? Fan service is of the highest order. But hey, that’s a story for a different universe, a universe where BBC embraces the potential of a Time Lord-filled cinematic multiverse.
Scottish actor David Tennant Joins Disney Series Rivals for a Scandalous ‘80s Saga
As Whovians rejoice over Ncuti Gatwa’s reign as the new Doctor, David Tennant is about to go through regeneration—joining the Disney drama series Rivals (via yahoo.com). Based on Jilly Cooper’s steamy novel of the same name, this eight-episode TV show will take us into the extravagant world of ‘80s England.
Tennant will play the character of Lord Tony Baddingham, a powerful TV exec, who’s in a terrible fight with his eager neighbor. The neighbor guy happens to be a politician named Rupert Campbell-Black (played by Poldark‘s Aidan Turner).
So, while Gatwa explores the cosmos in his new Doctor Who adventures, Tennant will be navigating power struggles and social climbing in this drama series.
Rivals is set to premiere later this year on Disney+.
