Kadiff Kirwan Joins Doctor Who Season 2 Cast

Kadiff Kirwan, known for his role in the comedy Chewing Gum and the spy series Slow Horses, is set to join the cast of Doctor Who in its upcoming second season, which premieres on April 12. He will share the screen with the 15th Doctor, played by Ncuti Gatwa, and Belinda Chandra, portrayed by Varada Sethu. Kirwan expressed his excitement about joining the show's legacy, describing the upcoming episode as an 'intergalactic gargantuan extravaganza' crafted by writers Russell T Davies and Juno Dawson. Davies praised Kirwan's talent, stating it was a great opportunity to work with him. The series will be available on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in the UK, and on Disney+ elsewhere. This follows the recent announcement that Kirwan's Slow Horses co-stars will also guest-star in the new season.