Former EastEnders legend Danny Dyer has set tongues wagging after revealing his desire to step into the TARDIS as the next Doctor Who. The actor, known for his gritty portrayal of Mick Carter in the BBC soap, admitted he'd "love a go" at the iconic sci-fi role.
From Walford to Gallifrey?
Dyer, who left EastEnders in 2022 after nine years, made the surprising revelation during an interview. "I'd love to have a go at Doctor Who," the 46-year-old actor confessed. "I think I could bring something different to it."
The news has sent Whovians into a frenzy, with many speculating whether Dyer's trademark cockney charm could work for the Time Lord. His potential casting would certainly mark a departure from recent Doctors, following in the footsteps of Jodie Whittaker and David Tennant.
A New Direction for the Doctor?
Dyer's comments come at a pivotal moment for the long-running BBC series. With Ncuti Gatwa set to debut as the Fifteenth Doctor this Christmas, producers might already be considering future regenerations.
"Can you imagine Danny Dyer's Doctor facing off against the Daleks?" one fan tweeted. "He'd probably tell them to 'sort themselves out' in that classic Dyer style!"
From Soap Star to Sci-Fi Icon?
While best known for his work in EastEnders, Dyer has shown his versatility in films like The Football Factory and Mean Machine. His potential casting would continue the trend of unexpected choices for the role, much like when Matt Smith was cast at just 26 years old.
Whether the BBC will consider Dyer for the role remains to be seen, but one thing's certain - fans are already buzzing about the possibility of a Danny Dyer Doctor Who era.
