'I'm beyond excited to be back': Russell T Davies to return as Doctor Who showrunner

Davies will make his return to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Doctor Who in 2023.

Russell T Davies (Jane Barlow/PA)

Russell T Davies will return to Doctor Who to serve as showrunner after departing the show in 2009, the BBC has announced.

The It’s A Sin writer, who was behind the 2005 revival of the Time Lord, will replace Chris Chibnall when he exits the show next year alongside current star Jodie Whittaker.