Doctor Who (series 9)

The upcoming ninth series of the British science fiction television programme Doctor Who premieres on 25 August 2015 on BBC One. The series stars Peter Capaldi as the Twelfth Doctor, and introduces Ophelia Lovibond as the new companion, Robin Stevens.

Casting
The ninth series marks Peter Capaldi's second full series as the twelfth incarnation of the Doctor. Following the departure of Jenna Coleman as Clara Oswald during the 2014 Christmas special, a new full-time companion was needed. On January 11, 2015, it was announced that Ophelia Lovibond would replace Coleman as the next companion. Showrunner Steven Moffat stated that her character will be different from previous companions. In March 2015, it was announced that actor Tom Hughes will join the cast as the recurring character Dan Thorne.

Beyond the casting of Ophelia and Tom, the first major guest star of the series was announced in March 30, 2015 when it was revealed that Lara Pulver has been cast in an episode.