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An interview with the new Doctor
Published Monday, Jan 5 2009, 14:47 GMT | By Neil Wilkes | 7 comments
He's split opinion, this new Doctor. It's another year before he first appears on screen but the casting of Matt Smith - a relatively unknown 26-year-old - has sent some of you into a right tizz. Some have said he's too young to take on such a big role, some have declared that they will stop watching once David Tennant's reign is over and some have made some downright rude comments about young Matt - but quite rightly, many of you are reserving judgment for now and placing trust in Steven Moffat and co. to keep up the good work.
Anyway, here's a chance for you get to know Matt a little better. Click 'play' below to watch an extended interview with Mr. Smith about his casting as the 11th Doctor:
Add your comments to this entry below!
Anyway, here's a chance for you get to know Matt a little better. Click 'play' below to watch an extended interview with Mr. Smith about his casting as the 11th Doctor:
Add your comments to this entry below!
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Bob bobland, on January 6th, 2009
Simply amazing casting! He is just perfect for the role, weird eccentric and young all at the same time. These are all features that have made previous doctors successful, look at Peter Davison for example he was young and had a weird haircut and yet he provided a brilliant three seasons of Doctor Who, or the unknown Tom Baker possibly the best doctor ever. I hope that all who despise stop watching and leave the rest of us to watch the dawn of Doctor Who's golden age.
Simply amazing casting! He is just perfect for the role, weird eccentric and young all at the same time. These are all features that have made previous doctors successful, look at Peter Davison for example he was young and had a weird haircut and yet he provided a brilliant three seasons of Doctor Who, or the unknown Tom Baker possibly the best doctor ever. I hope that all who despise stop watching and leave the rest of us to watch the dawn of Doctor Who's golden age.
Joe, Birmingham, on January 6th, 2009
I've warmed to him very quickly. I do get a real Peter Davison-esque vibe from him. He seems to realise the weight of this role.. and that he can't just wing it, which is great. If I see Matt in the street, I'd quite like to shake his hand and welcome him aboard!
I've warmed to him very quickly. I do get a real Peter Davison-esque vibe from him. He seems to realise the weight of this role.. and that he can't just wing it, which is great. If I see Matt in the street, I'd quite like to shake his hand and welcome him aboard!
Catkin, Yorkshire, on January 5th, 2009
I think people haven't given him a chance - crikey, how do people know if he's any good if he hasn't done anything yet? Another thing, let's put this into persepctive: Matt is the same age as me and when I was growing up there was only one doctor I could bearly remember which was McCoy and then the brilliant Paul McGann in 1996 - 2005. He isn't as excited or into the role as much as David because it wasn't part of our culture when he and I were growing up, it just wasn't there. Give the guy a chance. I'll concede that he is a bit funny lookin', but to be fiar I think all docotrs were/are a bit odd looking in their own way and that has to be part od the doctors endearing charm. Don't worry, I'm sure he'll be good. Honestly, much more important things to worry about methinks. Personally I wanted McGann back, but that's just me !
I think people haven't given him a chance - crikey, how do people know if he's any good if he hasn't done anything yet? Another thing, let's put this into persepctive: Matt is the same age as me and when I was growing up there was only one doctor I could bearly remember which was McCoy and then the brilliant Paul McGann in 1996 - 2005. He isn't as excited or into the role as much as David because it wasn't part of our culture when he and I were growing up, it just wasn't there. Give the guy a chance. I'll concede that he is a bit funny lookin', but to be fiar I think all docotrs were/are a bit odd looking in their own way and that has to be part od the doctors endearing charm. Don't worry, I'm sure he'll be good. Honestly, much more important things to worry about methinks. Personally I wanted McGann back, but that's just me !
Jay, London, on January 5th, 2009
i think everyones gone barking mad. david tennant is going and its time everyone got over it! i love him as much as any1 else in the role, but he cant do it forever. i dont see how everyone can judge this new guy when noone has actually seen him in the role yet. people should just look forward to the next series when russel t davies will finally be gone, he is turning the show in2 an absolute joke and i know thousands agree!
i think everyones gone barking mad. david tennant is going and its time everyone got over it! i love him as much as any1 else in the role, but he cant do it forever. i dont see how everyone can judge this new guy when noone has actually seen him in the role yet. people should just look forward to the next series when russel t davies will finally be gone, he is turning the show in2 an absolute joke and i know thousands agree!
Joel, Middlesbrough, on January 5th, 2009
He seems to be excited about the role. I don't think he has the same enthusiasm for the show that David Tennant has but I'm going to wait and see what he's like as the Doctor. I'm constantly being proven wrong in my concerns about the show, David Tennant and Catherine Tate being two examples, both I was worried about, both blew me away with their performances. I say good luck to Matt Smith, and I hope he will become a Doctor to remember.
He seems to be excited about the role. I don't think he has the same enthusiasm for the show that David Tennant has but I'm going to wait and see what he's like as the Doctor. I'm constantly being proven wrong in my concerns about the show, David Tennant and Catherine Tate being two examples, both I was worried about, both blew me away with their performances. I say good luck to Matt Smith, and I hope he will become a Doctor to remember.
Louie, on January 5th, 2009
It will be weird without David doing it but this show is known for doctor and companion changes so the audience and devoted fans will need to get over it eventually. As long as the show continues to tell great stories and build great storylines, then i am staying as a devoted fan.
It will be weird without David doing it but this show is known for doctor and companion changes so the audience and devoted fans will need to get over it eventually. As long as the show continues to tell great stories and build great storylines, then i am staying as a devoted fan.
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Matt comes across as very likeable in this interview. Obviously he's very excited to land the job, apart from that he seems very modest, thoughtful and a bit eccentric. He also appreciates the fact this is an iconic role he's taking on, not just some other acting job. His face when he says he's read 2 of the episodes is a picture, like he's done something naughty! I'm really looking forward to seeing who the new companion is now, and get a look at the costumes. Good luck Matt!