Strevens added that Mandip Gill and John Bishop “got to spend the most time with him” and teased “the whole dynamic between those three actors was taken to another level and that was a joy.”

What else has Kevin McNally been in? McNally is known for playing Joshamee Gibbs in the Pirates of the Caribbean films, while recent TV credits include The Crown, Das Boot and Unforgotten.

Nadia Albina

Who is Nadia Albina playing? Another character for whom information is rather thin on the ground, all we can really say at this stage as it looks as if she’s located in present day Earth. There have also been unconfirmed rumours that she has a romantic history with Dan.

What else has Nadia Albina been in? Albina’s previous credits include the second season of Innocent, Year of the Rabbit, Marcella and Years and Years.

Blake Harrison

Who is Blake Harrison playing? It remains to be seen what character Harrison is playing, although from the first look image above he seems to have fallen on hard times. He also looks set to regularly appear alongside Thaddea Graham’s character.

“It’s a pleasure to be a part of this huge show that has such a passionate fan base!” Harrison previously said. “I hope all the Doctor Who fans enjoy the new series and my role in it.”

What else has Blake Harrison been in? There’s no doubting Harrison’s most famous role – he played Neil in The Inbetweeners and its two spin-off films. Recent credits have included World on Fire, Kate & Koji and The Great.

Paul Broughton and Sue Jenkins

Who are Paul Broughton and Sue Jenkins playing? Ever since the BBC released the first-look images, it’s been rumoured that this pair could be Dan’s (John Bishop) parents Eileen and Neville, although that is yet to be confirmed.

What else has Paul Broughton been in? Broughton is known for his role as Eddie Banks on Brookside, while recent credits have included Clink and Doctors.

What else has Sue Jenkins been in? Another Brookside alumni, Jenkins also previously played Gloria Todd in Coronation Street, while recent credits include It’s a Sin and Home from Home.

Rochenda Sandall

Who is Rochenda Sandall playing? Little information is available so far but Sandall has implied on Twitter that she’ll appear in the first episode of the series. It certainly looks from the above image that she is playing a human character – but that’s about as much as we can tell so far.

What else has Rochenda Sandall been in? You might recognise Sandall from the fifth series of Line of Duty, in which she played Lisa McQueen, while other TV credits have included Criminal, Deceit, The Rig, Alan Bennett’s Talking Heads and Small Axe: Mangrove.

Penelope Ann McGhie

Who is Penelope Ann McGhie playing? Although it’s not been confirmed, there have been rumours that McGhie is playing a character called Mrs Hayward, who looks like she could be from Earth’s past.

“Doctor Who was a total joy to work on,” McGhie said of being part of the new series. “Everyone was so welcoming and generous that I really felt part of the team.

“Having watched the show from behind the sofa over fifty years ago, and then again with our daughter when the series was revived, I can’t believe how lucky I am to be part of the adventure!”

What else has Penelope Ann McGhie been in? McGhie portrayed a Death Eater in the final two Harry Potter films, and recently appeared in one episode of The Crown.

Sara Powell

Who is Sara Powell playing? It’s been suggested that Powell could be playing legendary Crimean war nurse Mary Seacole, one of this series’ “celebrity historical” figures, and the above picture (along with other hints at a Crimean War storyline) certainly do seem to be nodding towards that possibility.

“A role in Doctor Who is top of any actor’s wish list,” Powell said. “To say I leapt at the chance is something of an understatement.  

“Working with Jodie Whittaker – an iconic Doctor and actor – was also on my list. She was a legend.  As were the cast and crew: indoors, outdoors, in winter, in Wales in the rain and mud, everyone wearing masks and being tested every five minutes: I loved stepping onto their ship and riding with them for a while.”

What else has Sara Powell been in? Powell recently appeared in an episode of hit sitcom Ghosts, while other credits include the third series of Unforgotten, and a recurring role in Channel 4 sitcom Damned.

Steve Oram

Who is Steve Oram playing? There have been some reports that Oram might be playing real-life Liverpudlian eccentric Joseph Williamson, known for excavating a network of tunnels under his home city (which is also the setting for Doctor Who: Flux’s first episode) alongside his business interests and philanthropy.

What else has Steve Oram been in? Oram has appeared in many British films, including leading the cast for Ben Wheatley’s 2012 film Sightseers, which he also co-wrote with Alice Lowe. TV credits include The End of the F***ing World, Ghosts and Line of Duty.

Thaddea Graham

Who is Thaddea Graham playing? Another character who thus far remains a mystery, although she appears to share several scenes with Blake Harrison’s robed character – and some fans have speculated that she could appear in flashbacks to the Doctor’s home planet of Gallifrey.

“The whole cast/ crew welcomed me with open arms into the iconic Doctor Who family of which it is an absolute privilege to be part of,” Graham said of her role. “It’s a real honour to share the magic of this universe with them and, of course, our wonderful audience this October!”

What else has Thaddea Graham been in? Graham has picked up a number of impressive TV credits in recent years, including roles as Hanmei Collins in Curfew, Iona in The Letter for the King, Bea in The Irregulars, and Kat on Us.