In ‘Doctor Who’, the Doctor (currently played by Ncuti Gatwa) regenerates over centuries, but actors over 60 include David Bradley (First Doctor), William Hartnell (archive), and Bernard Cribbins (Wilfred Mott).
Main cast
- The Doctor (First Doctor)David Bradley10Main
- Wilfred MottBernard Cribbins4Main
- The Doctor (Twelfth Doctor)Peter Capaldi8–10Main
- The Doctor (Tenth Doctor)David Tennant2–4, specialsMain
Supporting cast
- Brigadier Lethbridge‑StewartNicholas CourtneyClassic seriesSupp
Guest & voice
- GrayleIan McShane1Guest
- Professor YanaDerek Jacobi3Guest
- CassandraN/A1–2Guest
- The Warrior / John HurtJohn Hurt7–8Guest
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About this cast
‘Doctor Who’ is a long-running BBC sci‑fi series about a time‑travelling alien. The lead, the Doctor, has been played by actors of all ages, but notable male cast members over 60 include David Bradley as the First Doctor and Bernard Cribbins as Wilfred Mott. The series features a large ensemble of guest and supporting actors over 60 across its many seasons.
FAQs
Who plays the First Doctor in ‘Doctor Who’ later in the series?
David Bradley portrays the First Doctor in the 2017 Christmas special “Twice Upon a Time” and in ‘The Doctor Falls’.
Which actor over 60 played the Tenth Doctor?
David Tennant (born 1971) played the Tenth Doctor. He was not over 60 during his tenure; he was 34–36. But as of 2025 he is 53, still not over 60. The guide focuses on actors over 60 in the cast at time of appearance, so Tennant is not included.
Is Bernard Cribbins in ‘Doctor Who’?
Yes, he played Wilfred Mott, the grandfather of companion Donna Noble, in series 4 and the 2009–2010 specials.
Does ‘Doctor Who’ have male cast members over 60?
Yes, many guest actors and some supporting cast are over 60, including David Bradley, Bernard Cribbins, John Hurt, Ian McShane, and Derek Jacobi.
Why is David Tennant not listed even though he is a lead?
This guide lists actors who were over 60 at the time of their appearance in the series. David Tennant played the Tenth Doctor in his 30s.
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