Disney+ Teases “Doctor Who” Christmas Special: “The Church on Ruby Road”

The festive season is about to get a sci-fi twist as Disney+ treated fans to a sneak peek of the highly-anticipated “Doctor Who” Christmas Special, titled “The Church on Ruby Road.” The teaser arrived ahead of the special’s premiere on December 25, accessible at 9:55 a.m. PT / 12:55 p.m. PT.

This Christmas Special introduces Ncuti Gatwa as The Fifteenth Doctor, accompanied by Millie Gibson in the role of his new companion, Ruby Sunday.

The additional cast members include Davina McCall as herself, Michelle Greenidge as Carla Sunday, Angela Wynter as Cherry Sunday, and Anita Dobson as Mrs. Flood. The special weaves a tale from Christmas Eve’s past, involving an abandoned baby in the snow, Ruby Sunday, the Doctor, stolen babies, goblins, and the potential revelation of Ruby’s mysterious birth.

To add to the excitement, Gatwa and Gibson illuminated the London Eye landmark with the colors of the iconic “Doctor Who” Time Vortex earlier today, setting the stage for the upcoming premiere.

Furthermore, a blue carpet world premiere screening of the Christmas Special, accompanied by a Q&A session featuring Gatwa, Gibson, and showrunner Russell T Davies, unfolded at the British Film Institute, Southbank.

Picture Shows: Millie Gibson

Picture Shows: Ncuti Gatwa

Picture Shows: Angela Wynter, Joel Collins, Millie Gibson, Russell T Davies, Ncuti Gatwa, Anita Dobson, Philip Collinson and Michelle Greenidge

Picture Shows: Joel Collins, Anita Dobson, Millie Gibson, Ncuti Gatwa , Michelle Greenidge, Angela Wynter, Russell T Davies, Phil Collinson at the the London Eye

Picture Shows: Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson at the the London Eye

“Doctor Who” is a collaborative production between Bad Wolf and BBC Studios, created for BBC and Disney Branded Television. The executive producers include Russell T Davies (writer and showrunner), Jane Tranter, Julie Gardner, Joel Collins, and Phil Collinson.

Fans can watch the “Doctor Who” 60th Anniversary Specials, including “The Star Beast,” “Wild Blue Yonder,” and “The Giggle,” on Disney+ right now.

New episodes of “Doctor Who” will be available for global streaming on Disney+ (except in the United Kingdom and Ireland) for those eager to catch up on the latest adventures. With the holiday season approaching, “The Church on Ruby Road” promises to deliver a festive cheer as well as thrilling time-traveling adventures for fans of the iconic sci-fi series.