There has been speculation that Michelle Ryan (EastEnders, Jekyll, Bionic Woman) will be the next companion on Doctor Who. With today’s news that she has signed on for the upcoming DW Easter Special, she may be on her way to landing this coveted role.
BBC announced today that Ryan will star opposite David Tennant in “Planet of the Dead”, one of this year’s four Doctor Who specials, slated to air in April. Exec Producer/Writer Russell T. Davies had the following to say about casting Ryan, and shared a bit about her role:
“Michelle is one of the most sought after young actors in the country and we are delighted to announce that she will be joining the team … As always the script is being kept strictly under wraps – however we can reveal that Lady Christina is a woman with a mysterious past who’s going to have a huge impact on the Doctor!”
I admit, I only know Ryan from her work on Bionic Woman. Even though I wasn’t impressed with the show, I did recognize her talent, and saw her potential. And I’ve heard she was quite good in Jekyll (which I plan to watch in the near future).
What are your thoughts on Ryan potentially becoming the Doctor’s next companion? Personally, I can see her as a great addition, and a fine match for Matt Smith’s incarnation of the Doctor.
