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Dr Who Betting Odds
- Ncuti Gatwa was announced as the 14th Doctor Who, he will take on the role in Autumn 2022 when Jodie Whitaker steps down.
- The Sex Education star was a surprise choice with him not featuring towards the head of the next Doctor Who betting odds.
- Whovians have reacted very positively to Ncuti Gatwa becoming the new Time Lord.
| Doctor Who | Age When First Playing The Doctor | Time In Role |
|---|---|---|
| Ncuti Gatwa | 29 | 2022 - Present Day |
| Jodie Whittaker | 35 | 2018-2022 |
| Peter Capaldi | 45 | 2014-2017 |
| Matt Smith | 28 | 2010-2013 |
| David Tennant | 34 | 2005-2010 |
| Christopher Ecclestone | 41 | 2005-2005 |
| Paul McGann | 36 | 1996-1996 |
| Sylvester McCoy | 44 | 1987-1989 |
| Colin Baker | 41 | 1984-1986 |
| Peter Davidson | 30 | 1982-1984 |
| Tom Baker | 40 | 1974-1981 |
| Jon Pertwee | 51 | 1970 -1974 |
| Patrick Troughton | 46 | 1966-1969 |
| William Hartnell | 55 | 1963-1966 |
- The average time period for a Doctor Who actor is 3 years and 5 months.
- The longest-serving was the 4th Doctor Tom Baker (curly hair - long scarf) who played the part for 6 years and 9 months.
- The average age when taking on the role is just under 40.
Betting On Doctor Who
Making a bet on who will be the next Doctor Who is as easy as picking a contender from the list of possibilities at the top of this page, finding the bookmaker offering odds, choosing how much you want to bet, and placing it
You will have to find a betting site offering odds. Finding odds on the next Doctor Who will be easier when no actor is in place, and a little harder when the position is filled, and not particularly in jeopardy.
A list of potential actors will be provided and odds on their chances will be supplied respectively, from those most likely to get the job, to those who might be rumoured to be interested, or have been approached, right through to bookmakers offering big odds on some rather far fetched ideas of who could step into the Tardis.
From time to time there may also be some more diverse and strange Doctor Who and Torchwood markets available.
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If you do not have an active online betting account, then head over to our betting sites section where you will see a list of bookmakers available in the UK
We have in-depth reviews so you can see what other users think of them before deciding, or head over to the free bets page where you can see the list of welcome offers currently available from all UK betting sites.
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How To Place A Bet On Doctor Who
The bigger bookmakers have a "specials section", in that "specials section" you can find all the TV, Novelty, and Reality betting odds such as Doctor Who, Next James Bond, Strictly Come Dancing, etc.
Here you will see the option to look at the list of actors being offered as options to bet on.
- All you need do is click on your selection.
- This will open up the bet slip, at which point you will see confirmation of the betting odds being offered
- Now you choose your stake - most betting sites will show you how much you can expect to have returned if your prediction is correct.
- If you are happy, simply hit, PLACE BET, to confirm your selection, stake, and bet.
- You will be given a receipt for your bet and it will appear in your open bets in your account details.
- Then it's just a matter of waiting to see who is finally chosen as the next Doctor Who.
Next Doctor Who Betting News Diary Timeline
The betting odds for The Next Doctor Who may be quiet for a period with Ncuti Gatwa taking his first steps into the Tardis. The reaction to him getting the role was mainly positive but as we know the message boards can soon turn if he doesn't come up to scratch (in the eyes of the fans), new names will be put forward and bets placed on the next Doctor Who.
Here is a round-up of the Next Doctor Who Betting News from our OLBG News feed.
12th May 2022
Doctor Who Betting Specials: It's 11/10 that the first Monster Ncuti Gatwa faces is The Master in his era as the famous Time Lord!
Ncuti Gatwa has been announced as the Fourteenth Doctor in the latest season of Doctor Who, set to start in 2023. A whole host of actors and actresses were linked to the famous role, but it was Gatwa who "dazzled" showrunner Russell T Davies. Bookmakers already have a whole host of specials in relation to the new era of Doctor Who, with the First Monster Faced one of the main markets.
8th April 2022
Next Dr Who Betting Odds: David Tennant remains heavy 4/6 favourite to return as the Doctor!
David Tennant remains the favourite in the betting market to be the next Dr Who in the massive BBC series. Tennant has previously played the Doctor being the Tenth Doctor in the series, starring in the role from 2005-2010. That made him the longest Doctor since the series was relaunched in 2005 after he took over from Christopher Eccleston in the role.
21st March 2022
Doctor Who Betting Odds: Hugh Grant into 12/1 to be the next Doctor after reports link him with role!
Hugh Grant has reportedly been in talks with producers to take over as the next Doctor Who in Series 14 of the famous show. Grant, 61, isn't high up in the betting market though for the next Doctor, with odds of 12/1 making him 9th favourite. David Tennant remains favourite to come back as the Doctor after leaving the role back in 2010.
15th February 2022
Next Dr Who Betting: David Tennant slams to the head of the betting to replace Jodie Whittaker
Never has an actor returned to the role of Dr Who but rumours are rife that David Tennant might be returning to replace Jodie Whittaker in the famous TV series. Betting sites have had no choice to react by making David Tenannt the odds on favourite at just 6/5 odd representing a 45% probability of being chosen and accepting.
28th October 2021
Next Doctor Who Betting Odds: Lydia West New 5/1 Entry In Market After Previous Work With Russell T Davies
There's a new addition to the next Doctor Who betting market with actress Lydia West joining the list of potential people to replace Jodie Whittaker in the role. Russell T Davies has recently announced that he will be returning to Doctor Who as showrunner, in a move that will excite Who fans across the globe. Davies was key in the revival of Doctor Who and he is seen by many as being a big part of some of the best years of the Doctor's recent TV seasons. The addition therefore of Lydia West in the market to be next Doctor Who with betting sites is due to her working with Davies in the past. Also new in the market is T'Nia Miller, who is another actress who has worked on Years and Years with Davies so there is some consistency in what bookies suggest could happen next.
30th September 2021
Doctor Who Won't be Shelved for Years & Years as Olly Alexander Heads the Betting with Bookmakers
Years and Years singer Olly Alexander has been high up on the 'Next Doctor Who' market for months and months, but now sees himself as the clear favourite with betting sites for the role. This comes as Russell T Davies returns to the show as show-runner. Alexander has previously worked with Davies on the show It's A Sin, which won the Best New Drama award at the National TV Awards earlier this September. Current Doctor Jodie Whittaker admitted to still being in denial about leaving the role and still won't discuss her departure, which she announced earlier this year.
Doctor Who Viewing Figures
Since its heyday in the 1960 and 70's Doctor Who has gradually lost viewers, to a large degree this is to be expected as our viewing habits have radically changed with the arrival of on-demand and streaming services.
The Christmas/New Year special drew in over 6 million but this is a long way off the 16 million who watched the series in 1979, with the latest series having some of the lowest viewing figures ever.
The arrival of Jodie Whitaker as the 13th Doctor split fans, some saw it as right and proper that we finally had a female Doctor, whilst others thought it was playing to these woke times in casting a female.
The storylines also became more PC for many Whovians who voted with their off buttons, although many younger viewers applauded the producers in trying to attract a new audience with challenging episodes.
The appointment of a new Doctor has never been more crucial if the franchise is going to continue.
Who would you like to see as the new Doctor Who?
Number of Doctor Who Series
- You can see that Tom Baker featured in seven series as the Doctor.
- Cristopher Ecclestone only lasted one series, the reasons for this are mired in speculation and controversy.
- The last four Doctors all lasted three series, it remains to be seen how long Ncuti will feature.
| Number | Doctor | Series |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | William Hartnell | 4 |
| 2nd | Patrick Troughton | 3 |
| 3rd | Jon Pertwee | 5 |
| 4th | Tom Baker | 7 |
| 5th | Peter Davison | 3 |
| 6th | Colin Baker | 3 |
| 7th | Sylvester McCoy | 3 |
| 8th | Paul McGann | 1 |
| 9th | Christopher Eccleston | 1 |
| 10th | David Tennant | 3 |
| 11th | Matt Smith | 3 |
| 12th | Peter Capaldi | 3 |
| 13th | Jodie Whittaker | 3 |
| 14th | Ncuti Gatwa | ? |
Article Contributor Information
This Dr. Who Betting article was constructed by our Senior News Editor and Entertainment Specialist Jake Ashton who reports daily for OLBG News on all Entertainment, Reality TV and Award show betting. Jake is often quoted in the national press for his opinion on entertainment betting and manages all of the Entertainment and TV Specials Blogs on OLBG.
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Dr Who FAQ's
How many Doctor Who episodes are there?
Doctor Who has aired 875 episodes since 1963 to 31st Jan 2024. Some episodes from the 1960s were lost, but efforts have been made to reconstruct them. It is unlikely that we will have a full catalog again, but some hope remains.
How many people have played Dr. Who?
In total, 16 actors in total have played the Doctor in the TV series, the latest, Ncuti Gatwa. 15 actors have played the main part, having their own respective series and eras of the show. John Hurt and Jo Martin have played special guest Doctors in the series.
Where is Doctor Who from?
The Doctor is a Time Lord from the planet Gallifrey, home to the Time Lords, an ancient and powerful race who invented time travel using TARDIS'. However, Gallifrey was destroyed in a devastating time war against the deadly Daleks, making the Doctor the last known surviving Time Lord.
Who played the first ever Doctor Who?
The First Doctor, played by William Hartnell, is the original incarnation of the Doctor in Doctor Who. Hartnell portrayed the character from 1963 to 1966, introducing the concept of regeneration. After his departure, Patrick Troughton became the second Doctor in 1966.
What are the Daleks based on?
The Daleks, Doctor Who's greatest enemy, are evil creatures in armored suits. In fiction, Davros created them with a desire to conquer the universe. In reality, Terry Nation created the Daleks in the second Doctor Who story, The Dead Planet.
What does TARDIS mean?
A TARDIS is a time machine and building that appears larger on the inside than it does on the outside. The acronym stands for "Time And Relative Dimensions In Space", referring to its ability to travel through time and space.
