ACTOR Kris Marshall is being lined up to play the assistant of new Doctor Who Jodie Whittaker.
The Death in Paradise star, 44, was an early favourite to replace Peter Capaldi , 59, who quit as the Time Lord in January.
Kris Marshall is being lined up to play the assistant of new Doctor Who Jodie Whittaker BBC
But after missing out on the top role to Jodie Whittaker , Kris is the main contender to succeed companion Pearl Mackie, 30, who is leaving after just one series.
If successful, he may join up with Matt Lucas, 43, who plays the other assistant Nardole.
A source said: “Kris is a big fan of the show and the BBC are a big fan of his.”
Former companions include Jenna Coleman , 31, Karen Gillan , 29, and Billie Piper , 34.
Broadchurch star Jodie Whittaker was unveiled as the thirteenth Time Lord on Sunday PA:Press Association
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Broadchurch star Jodie, 35, was unveiled as the 13th Doctor on Sunday .
Kris, who shot to fame as Nick Harper in My Family, quit Beeb show Death in Paradise this year after four series.
A BBC spokeswoman said there had been no decisions yet on companion casting.
Kris rose to fame after being cast in BBC sitcom My Family in 2000 BBC
Peter Capaldi and Pearl Mackie BBC
