The official trailer for the Doctor Who 2024 Christmas Special, titled “Joy to the World”, has been released, and it teases an exciting and whimsical holiday adventure. The episode stars Ncuti Gatwa as the Fifteenth Doctor and Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) as Joy, a determined character whose life changes when she checks into a mysterious London hotel. The hotel opens into the “Time Hotel,” setting up a storyline with danger, dinosaurs, and intergalactic threats.
Written by Steven Moffat, the special blends humor, emotion, and festive charm while also introducing a doppelganger of the Doctor, sparking intriguing mysteries. The story also revisits past elements of the series, including a recurring villain from Moffat’s earlier work. Fans can expect a visually rich experience featuring different time periods, including prehistoric eras, the 18th century, and modern-day London.
The episode will air on December 25th on BBC One and iPlayer in the UK, and stream globally on Disney+