Fan Power Brings Susan Back to Doctor Who After 61 Years!

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In a new twist, an iconic Doctor Who character makes a comeback to the show, discussing how fan support played a role in her reappearance on screen. Meanwhile, Ncuti Gatwa’s Fifteenth Doctor and Varada Sethu’s Belinda Chandra navigate their way back to present-day Earth in season 15, episode 6 titled “The Interstellar Song Contest”. However, an impulsive rebel inadvertently strands the Time Lord in space. Amidst the harsh conditions, memories of one of the Doctor’s oldest and cherished companions emerge to inspire him amidst seemingly insurmountable odds.

In a thrilling turn of events, Susan Foreman, the Doctor’s granddaughter, is back on our screens once more. Carole Ann Ford, who portrays Susan, shares her insights about her return with “Doctor Who Unleashed” through “GamesRadar+”. According to Ford, it was the enthusiasm of fans that paved the way for her comeback. A chance encounter with showrunner Russell T Davies during the 60th-anniversary celebrations ultimately resulted in her being part of his revamped series. You can read Ford’s complete explanation below.

To put it in my own words, it seems the audience’s enthusiasm played a significant role. Fans have been expressing curiosity, asking questions like “Where is she? What’s going on with her? Will we see her again?” Both Russell and I had shared this anticipation of meeting. It just so happened that we crossed paths at the screening of the [60th Anniversary Special] ‘Star Beast’. The moment was filled with loud cheers and warm embraces… As we were caught up in the moment, Russell asked me if I’d be interested in returning, to which I happily agreed!

What Susan’s Return May Mean For Doctor Who Season 15’s Finale

Susan Could Be A Beacon Of Hope For The Doctor In Trying Times

As I sat down to watch season 14 of Doctor Who, I was taken aback when Susan’s return turned out to be a trick. Yet, my adventures with Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson) stirred up feelings within me about rekindling my relationship with my granddaughter. In the end, it was my time spent with Joy (Nicola Coughlan) that pushed me to embrace the idea of letting people back into my life again. However, my urgent mission to rescue Belinda took priority, and if Earth were to be destroyed in 2025, it would jeopardize the future I had left for Susan.

Although it hasn’t been clarified yet how Susan managed to link up with the Doctor’s consciousness in “The Interstellar Song Contest”, there’s a chance that this connection might offer the Doctor the motivation to carry on. Her image could have served as a catalyst for him, but given Susan’s dormant telepathic talents, her appearance could potentially be a signal from the future, guiding him towards his impending conflict with the Rani (Archie Panjabi). Therefore, it’s plausible that Susan and the Doctor are on the verge of a long-overdue reunion.

Our Thoughts On Susan’s Doctor Who Return

Ford’s Appearance Could Mark The Fulfillment Of A 61-Year-Old Promise

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but reflect on the significant impact Susan has had as one of the Doctor’s earliest companions. Being among the rare few to be portrayed on-screen as part of the Doctor’s fictional family, she holds a special place in our hearts for being the first to embark on her own journey after the First Doctor (William Hartnell) departed from her following the Dalek Invasion of Earth. With the lingering promise that he would return one day, many of us eagerly await the potential fulfillment of this long-standing expectation in Doctor Who season 15.

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2025-05-19 18:48