The Rani

The Rani is a recurring character in the British television science fiction series Doctor Who. She is a renegade Time Lady and evil scientific genius. The Rani was played by Kate O' Mara from the character's first appearance in 1985 to her last appearance in 1987. In the new series of Doctor Who, Tilda Swinton provided the character's re-introduction before handing over the role to Lara Pulver.