Neil Patrick Harris of Doogie Howser, M. D. and other fame has joined the cast of Doctor Who for its 60th anniversary season.

Showrunner Russell T Davies said with the announcement:

It’s my huge honour to open our studio doors for the mighty Neil Patrick Harris… but who, why, what is he playing? You’ll just have to wait. But I promise you, the stuff we’re shooting now is off the scale. Doctor beware!

Though the wait wasn't long.

Taking to instagram Russell informed us that Patrick will be playing a villain.

Neil Patrick Harris, welcome to Cardiff! Playing the greatest enemy the Doctor has ever faced. Such a great actor, such a great man, it’s an honour and a hoot. Have fun!

Doctor Who's 60th anniversary season will premiere in 2023.

[ Main Image: Neil Patrick Harris in Doctor Who. Credit: BBC. ]

References

Davies, Russell T. (June 14, 2022). Neil Patrick Harris, welcome to Cardiff! Instagram.

Doctor Who (June 14, 2022). Neil Patrick Harris joins Doctor Who. BBC.