Jenna Coleman reportedly returning as Clara Oswald in Doctor Who Christmas Special

July 9, 2017 by Gary Collinson 6 Comments

It looks like the First Doctor may not be the only familiar face appearing in the Doctor Who Christmas Special, with The Mirror reporting that Jenna Coleman is set to reprise her role as Clara Oswald.

“Jenna Coleman has agreed to film something new as Clara,” states the tabloid’s source. “It’s become a tradition now for the companions to reappear as the Doctor regenerates and Jenna isn’t letting the side down. It’ll help to give Peter the send-off he deserves after three years.”

The Christmas Special will mark the final outing for both Peter Capaldi’s Twelfth Doctor and showrunner Steven Moffat. Apparently both Pearl Mackie (Bill Potts) and Matt Lucas (Nardole) will also briefly appear, along with David Bradley as the First Doctor, before a new Doctor and Companion are introduced under incoming showrunner Chris Chibnall (Broadchurch).

BillyBob Smith
Well, of course she’s going to make an appearance. She overshadowed Capaldi’s first two seasons, why not his final performance. Hopefully, it will be a very brief appearance.
Doctor Perseus
I hope this is true. I loved Clara and it would make sense for 12’s tenure to end with a short tribute to his longest-running companion.
Michael Fisher
Clara was one of the best characters in the last few years.
- Stephen G
  If you say so.
  Personally I’d say Pearl Mackie (Bill) has given the show a much needed shot in the arm making the latest series the best since the reboot, she’s been pretty much flawless acting Toe to toe with PC.
  We finally got to see the best of Peter Capaldi instead of Moffat’s obsession with Clara.
Grand_Nagus
I have missed Clara!
Missy Kennedy
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