David Tennant set for 'Doctor Who' film

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Thursday, 28 May 2009

David Tennant is to star in a 'Doctor Who' movie.

The actor - who will be replaced by Matt Smith when he bows out of the sci-fi TV show later this year - has indicated he wants to reprise his role as the titular Time Lord on the big screen.

A source said: "The script is still in the early stages but he wants to be in the film. There have already been discussions and David needs to feel the story is right, but right now things are looking very positive.

"Potentially it's a perfect scenario for him. He understandably wants to do different roles but still loves 'Doctor Who'.

"If the film takes off and there's demand for more, he can continue to play the Doctor occasionally without having the relentless pressure of the TV schedule."

Despite the fact David's incantation of the Doctor will be replaced by Matt's, bosses insist his starring in the movie will still be believable.

The source added to Britain's Daily Express newspaper: "It's certainly feasible that David could be the Doctor on film while Matt does the series. As all fans know David's story can easily be set in a different time to Matt's. That's one of the great things about the show - anything can happen."

Meanwhile, show bosses have promised a "tear-jerker" when David bows out of the TV series at the end of this year.

The actor's final storylines will take place across two one-hour specials during the festive period, where he is expected to die alone in the Tardis.

Before his death, the Doctor will be reunited with his old assistants, including Rose Tyler, played by Billie Piper - but she doesn't recognise him as he lands in London in 2004 - months before they actually first met.

Arch enemy The Master, played by John Simm, will also return for the specials.

David will also make two guest appearances in spin-off show 'The Sarah Jane Adventures', with executive producer Russell T. Davies promising more than a token appearance.

He said: "It's not just a cameo from David - this is a full-on appearance for The Doctor as he and Sarah Jane face their biggest threat ever."

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