Doctor Who Season 15’s Surprise Returning Star Opens up About Their Episode 5 Appearance

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As one of Doctor Who‘s most enigmatic characters returns in a surprise appearance for season 15, episode 5, “The Story & The Engine,” the star opens up about her latest appearance in the universe. Ncuti Gatwa’s Fifteenth Doctor and new companion Belinda Chandra, played by Varada Sethu, have spent much of Doctor Who season 15 trying to make their way back to present-day Earth. In “The Story & The Engine,” the Time Lord arrives in 2019 Lagos hoping to catch up with an old friend, but is drawn into a revenge scheme by the mysterious Barber (Ariyon Bakare).

After Jo Martin made a surprising appearance as the Fugitive Doctor in the latest episode of Doctor Who season 15, the actor opened up to Doctor Who Unleashed about her return to the Whoniverse. Martin enjoyed the opportunity to reprise her role as the Doctor’s most cryptic incarnation, holding the franchise close to her heart. Check out her full response below:

“It’s Always Fun. I mean, it’s always a pleasure, never a chore. I mean, I’ve been back quite a few times for different episodes, and I mean, I love the whole franchise of Doctor Who, so…”

What The Fugitive Doctor’s Season 15 Return Means For Doctor Who’s Future

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In “The Story & The Engine,” the Doctor is faced with a former acquaintance from his time as the Fugitive Doctor in the form of Abena (Michelle Asante), daughter of the god Anansi whom she was forced to leave behind after winning her hand in a bet. The Fugitive Doctor was still on the Time Lords of Division and felt regretful about taking up Anansi’s bargain and giving her false hope of escaping her father’s games. While Martin’s cameo is brief and quickly resolved, it will nevertheless leave viewers speculating about what her future may be.

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First revealed in season 12 as an incarnation of the Doctor, who predates William Hartnell’s first, the Fugitive Doctor fled from the Time Lords, but would ultimately be apprehended and have her mind wiped. However, despite having only appeared in a handful of episodes, Martin’s Fugitive Doctor has become one of the breakout elements of Chris Chibnall’s show-running tenure, leading to her being firmly enshrined in the Doctor’s timeline and leading her own audio drama series. With Davies bringing her back to the TV series, many viewers may wonder if there are plans for her in the main series.

Our Thoughts On Jo Martin’s Surprise Doctor Who Season 15 Return

Martin’s Doctor Is A Mystery Many Fans Hope To Explore

Jo Martin as the Fugitive Doctor in her TARDIS in Doctor Who.

While a brief cameo from Abena’s perspective, Martin’s return as the Fugitive Doctor is sure to emerge as a highlight of “The Story & The Engine.” The tale focused on their power and the importance of preserving and properly crediting those behind them, and bringing back the one incarnation who neither the Doctor nor audiences understands their full journey seems fitting. There are undoubtedly many stories involving Martin’s incarnation that remain hidden. As such, with the character returning for the main series, many may be eager to see Martin return to Doctor Who soon.

Source: Doctor Who Unleashed

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