Questioned about his role in the upcoming Doctor Who Christmas special, “The Next Doctor”, he remained tight-lipped, “Here we have a programme that everyone’s going to be watching, and we don’t want to spoil it”.

“A lot of interest has been sparked,” he contined, referring to his role. “My mobile phone has been going mad with people I’ve never heard of calling me up. [This is] very much a tease campaign. I have to say I did love every minute of doing it. It was fantastic. It’s a great show, and whoever takes over has got very big boots to fill.”

Asked about his character, he revealed: “He’s someone with major issues – quite energetic and aggressive, but also someone with quite a lot of demons”.

As the interview concluded, Bill Turnbull tried again: When the vacancy occurs – will you be the next Doctor, yes or no?

“I think I have to refer you to my previous answer.”

Have a look at the Breakfast website for more.

David Morrissey as 'The Next Doctor'

Although Mark Lawson will be interviewing David Morrissey about his upcoming return to the stage, OTT has learned that he has also slipped in a couple of questions pertaining to his appearance as ‘The Next Doctor’ in this year’s Doctor Who Christmas special. Morrissey is reportedly cagey, and has been briefed not to confirm or deny whether or not he is actually set to become the next Doctor*.

That’s Front Row, tonight on Radio 4 at 7.15pm.

* NB: He’s clearly not, though.