New and returning writers, directors for early 2020’s Doctor Who Series 12

Three new writers have jumped on board the TARDIS for Doctor Who’s Series 12, which the BBC says we will see in “early 2020”:

• Nina Metivier
• Maxine Alderton
• Charlene James

Also making their debut in 2020 are four new directors ready to travel through space and time:

• Nida Manzoor
• Emma Sullivan
• Jamie Magnus Stone
• Lee Haven Jones

In addition, three writers return from Series 11:

• Vinay Patel (“Demons of The Punjab”)
• Ed Hime (“It Takes You Away”)
• Pete McTighe (“Kerblam!”)

“We’re thrilled that Doctor Who continues to attract some of the most the most exciting and dynamic talent working in television,” said show runner Chris Chibnall in a statement. “Along with our returning faces, we’re excited to welcome new members to the Doctor Who family. The Doctor Who team is crammed with British television’s brightest writers and directors: we’ve adored working with them, and can’t wait to show you the explosive stuff they’ve created!”