The rumor mill is abuzz with word that Benedict Cumberbatch, the star of Sherlock, may be coming on board Doctor Who to play the Doctor’s enemy The Master.
If true, this news is sure to get fans in both fandoms very excited.
Programme insiders say the 35-year-old actor is likely to lock horns with current Time Lord Matt Smith, 29, when the series marks its half-century next year.
Ironically Cumberbatch, who has won plaudits for his portrayal of the modern- day Sherlock in the hit BBC1 series, has often been linked with the role of the Doctor himself but has played down the prospect in the past.
Writer Steven Moffat is currently at the helm of both the Doctor Who and Sherlock shows on the BBC.
“It’s fitting that the Doctor comes face to face with his ultimate enemy, The Master, for the 50th anniversary and it’s felt Benedict is the perfect choice if schedules can work,” we’re told. “Fans will love the idea of the man who plays Sherlock Holmes taking on the Doctor’’.
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The last time we saw the character The Master, the role was played by John Simm during David Tennant’s Doctor Who tenure.
If and when this news is confirmed, we’ll be sure to let you know! Sounds like another great idea by Moffat.
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