Fans hail Whittaker’s debut performance in Doctor Who
YORKSHIRE-BORN ACTRESS Jodie Whittaker won over viewers within seconds of taking over as the Time Lord, with many declaring: “She is The Doctor.”
The star – who is making television history as the first woman to play The Doctor – made a very brief debut in the BBC sci-fi series in last year’s
Doctor Who Christmas special when Peter Capaldi’s version of the character regenerated.
But her first full episode as the 13th Doctor aired last night.
The instalment, aptly titled The Woman Who Fell To Earth,
saw the Doctor meeting new companions Ryan Sinclair (Tosin Cole), Yasmin Khan (Mandip Gill) and Graham O’Brien (Bradley Walsh) after falling from the sky – and realising she was a woman.
When Yasmin refers to her as “madam”, Whittaker’s Doctor ask: “Why are you calling me madam?”
A puzzled Yasmin explains it is because she is a woman, and the Doctor replies: “Does it suit me?”
“Half an hour ago I was a white-haired Scotsman!” she adds.
Fans of the BBC sci-fi hit were quickly impressed with the Broadchurch star’s take on the beloved character.
One user said: “I love her. I mean, genuinely. I love her. Not because she’s a woman. Because she’s THE DOCTOR.”
“Jodie is already my favourite Doctor,” said another.
“This production value and writing is everything I’ve always wanted this show to be. It’s taking itself seriously but still so much fun. I’m in love.”
“Listen. I’ve never been able to pick a favourite doctor-until now,” tweeted another.
Many said Whittaker was “perfect” for the part.