Hello! As some of you may or may not know, I’m hugely supportive of a female Doctor in, of course, Doctor Who. Gender is fluid in time-lord biology, as proven with Missy/The Master, as well as references to this fluidity in previous episodes.
While some fans may be against a female Doctor because it’s ‘unnecessary’ and ‘the Doctor has always been a man so why should he change’, I’m all for it. The introduction and regeneration into a female Doctor would hugely alter the narrative conventions of Doctor Who, and create a sharper, and fresh dynamic between The Doctor and their companion, enemies such as The Master, as well as the fans of Doctor Who themselves; introducing a younger audience to a world where women can be heroes. Just imagine, one of the flagship programme of the BBC, with a huge following amongst adults and children alike, with a female lead. Merchandise, video games, comics. It would be huge. New fans would come along, while old fans would decide if they’ll stick to Doctor Who, or walk away and throw a tantrum because the Doctor isn’t a man anymore. Anyway, I made a similar post fan-casting Captain Marvel, in the MCU for her own film released in a few years, being the first female-led Marvel superhero film in the cinematic universe, (the second female-led superhero film in general in this era of films following Wonder Woman), so be sure to check it out. I’m going to list 10 actors that most definitely could play a female regeneration of The Doctor, in a sense that they would be bringing something fresh to the role and truly portray The Doctor in a recognisable yet unique way.
1. Katherine Parkinson
Parkinson’s work in The IT Crowd was brilliant, a truly fantastic comic actor that really fits the Doctor, and yet, whilst watching Humans, she’s proven just how good of an actor she is overall. Katherine Parkinson has a fantastic talent, her ability to go from dramatic to comedic within a minute is admirable. Parkinson would be a fantastic choice for the Doctor.
2. Jessie Cave
Jessie Cave is my hero, her daily illustrations are hilarious, and her recently released book Lovesick is fantastic. Jessie Cave has been hard at work since her Harry Potter days as Lavender Brown, becoming a comedienne, acting in shows such as Glue and The Job Lot, and appearing in films such as Pride, as well as becoming a mother. Jessie Cave is a brilliant actress, and she definitely has the look for the Doctor. If I don’t see this casting happen, I shall riot.
3. Lara Pulver
Lara Pulver is brilliant. Her work as Irene Adler in the BBC’s Sherlock was iconic, and will be remembered for a long time. However, despite how fitting Lara would be as the Doctor, already playing The Woman in Sherlock, I fear that perhaps she has already played such an iconic character in an huge series that it’s unlikely she’d ever consider playing the Doctor (sad face).
4. Natalia Tena
Mostly known for her portrayal of Tonks in the Harry Potter franchise, Natalia Tena has appeared in Game of Thrones (pictured above), and played in Molotov Jukebox, proving her immense talent in acting and music. Natalia is quirky and generally ‘cool’, thus, a fantastic Doctor. Also, her work as Tonks showed her ability to play ‘clumsy’, something the Doctor is known for.
5. Emilia Fox
Emilia Fox is a huge part of British culture, no seriously. From Merlin to Silent Witness, she’s absolutely fantastic. She’s very talented and adapts to any role she takes on with ease, it really isn’t questionable if she could play such an iconic character as the Doctor. Fox would take the role, and truly make it her own.
6. Katie Leung
Yet another Harry Potter star, Katie Leung is fantastic. Her recent dramatic work is truly admirable and notable for her engaging performances. I can truly see Leung in the TARDIS, facing up to the Master and beating the Daleks. I’m quite a fan of Leung’s work, and it would be brilliant to see her leading Doctor Who.
7. Georgina Leonidas
Georgina Leonidas is my kids TV hero, appearing as Molly in Basil Brush. Following her stint in children’s television, she appeared, like a few others in this list, in HARRY POTTER. Georgina recently finished appearing in Beauty and the Beast at the Theatre Royal in Windsor. Her brother appeared in Doctor Who in 2011, as Howie Spragg. Georgina really can act, and I truly believe she would bring something different to the role of the Doctor.
8. Ruth Wilson
Ruth Wilson is epic. She presents this confidence and prowess that is perfect for the Doctor. Known for her work in Jane Eyre and Luther, Wilson can truly redefine the role of the Doctor without straying too far from the shows conventions and the expectations of the fans. Wilson is hugely popular when fan-casting a female Doctor, and I can definitely see why. Wilson, I must admit, is truly perfect for the role.
9. Tamsin Greig
How cool is Tamsin Greig? Very cool. If she were to become the Doctor, she’d resemble the early-Doctor days, being quirky and lively. She’s a great comedic actor, and could perhaps bring a motherly-instinct to the Doctor, perhaps leading into a development of narrative into the Doctor’s family. Greig can also be serious as heck, and would be perfect to follow Capaldi’s current run as the Doctor. Greig is one of my more preferred castings, and would bring a new aspect of alien and heroism to the Doctor.
10. Miranda Hart
Miranda is yet more proof that comedians are actually rather good actors. Her sitcom Miranda is hilarious, and yet the serious moments really showed Miranda’s ability to act. Miranda Hart also appeared in Call the Midwife, and again showed her ability to play ‘serious’ very well. I feel Miranda would bring a certain air of comedy to the role of the Doctor, whilst also having her dark moments, perhaps similar to Matt Smith’s series 5 Doctor before he went all dark on us. Miranda was one of the more heavily rumoured actors to be replacing Matt Smith, coming first in many polls, and while obviously that role went to Peter Capaldi, I’d happily see Miranda play the Doctor. She’s proven she can, so now she just has to do it. However, Miranda’s currently breaking into Hollywood, featuring in Spy alongside Jude Law and Melissa McCarthy, but would that really stop her? I want to see Miranda’s Doctor galloping whilst being chased by a Slitheen. How brilliant would that be? I’d have no words, and I’d still love it.
Honorable Mentions
Bonnie Wright
Lacey Turner
Jo Joyner
Louise Brealey
Alison King
That’s all for now.
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