Director of Doctor Who addresses fan theories about potential surprise appearances in upcoming 60th Anniversary Special

Doctor Who director Tom Kingsley has added fuel to fans’ wild theories that the next 60th Anniversary could feature surprise cameos.

The second of three specials starring David Tennant and Catherine Tate is set to air on Saturday, and unlike the first, plot details have been shrouded in secrecy.

There has been speculation that former Doctors or companions could make a surprise appearance in the Anniversary specials, after the 50th saw unexpected cameos from stars including Tom Baker.

But director Tom has taken to Twitter to clarify that secrecy around the special’s plot is more focused on the fact that they want to surprise fans with the story.

He wrote: ‘I had the massive honour of directing a new episode of Doctor Who, with the dream team of Tennant, Tate and RTD. 

Doctor Who director Tom Kingsley has added fuel to fans’ wild theories that the next 60th Anniversary could feature surprise cameos

”Wild Blue Yonder” is out on Saturday, it’s weird and exciting, and the plot is a TOTAL SECRET. I can’t wait to see what happens in it 

‘Fan PSA: the story of Wild Blue Yonder isn’t a secret because there are any surprise returning actors or villains. 

‘It’s just because we thought you might find it fun to watch it without knowing what’s going to happen next. Promise!’ 

But some fans refused to give up on their claims, questioning whether Tom had completely ruled out the return of any further characters.

‘I can guarantee that David Tennant and Catherine Tate will both return in this episode,’ he replied. 

The first 60th Anniversary Special was praised by fans after it hit screens on Saturday, with David and Catherine reprising their roles as the Time Lord and his companion Donna Noble respectively.

The pair’s return to the BBC show, in the first of three specials, was lauded by fans, 15 years after they last travelled in the TARDIS together.

It was a reunion that had sparked questions from die-hard fans, after Donna’s memory of The Doctor was wiped in a bid to save her life, in heartbreaking scenes from their last adventure in 2008.

The second of three specials starring David Tennant and Catherine Tate is set to air on Saturday, and unlike the first, plot details have been shrouded in secrecy

Director Tom has taken to Twitter to clarify that secrecy around the special’s plot is more focused on the fact that they want to surprise fans with the story

However, showrunner Russell T Davies created an unlikely loophole that reinstated Donna’s memories, allowing her to see The Doctor again after they tackled another alien threat. 

The first special was universally praised by fans, who lauded that David and Catherine had seamlessly slipped back into their roles after 15 years apart.

Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, one wrote: ‘I had the biggest smile on my face during that entire episode. I missed Donna and the Doctor so much!’.

While a second said: ‘Okay I stayed and am crying at Doctor Donna’.

A third typed: ‘That. Was. WONDERFUL!!! My heart is so warm. I bloody loved every second. Donna Noble and The Doctor are BACK.’ 

Someone else said: ‘Today I feel like i’m a kid again. i haven’t felt this kind of joy since the mandalorian season three finale. the 14th doctor and donna we’re everything i remember and wanted back. allons y!!!’.

In heartbreaking scenes, Donna tragically dies in The Doctor’s arms, but a shocking twist reveals that her abilities have been passed onto her daughter

And: ‘It was Brilliant to see The Doctor and Donna back together and especially DoctorDonna lol thank you, looking forward to the next two episodes then onward to the 70th’.

With a sixth writing: #DoctorWho was everything I wanted and more. This new era is gonna be amazing!!!! So nostalgic seeing The Doctor and Donna back together and I loved the story!’.

Viewers will next see The Doctor and Donna land on a mysterious alien planet in the second episode, titled The Wide Blue Yonder.

The specials will then conclude with The Giggle, starring Neil Patrick Harris as the villainous Toymaker, and will lead into Ncuti Gatwa’s debut as The Doctor on Christmas Day.