With the twelfth Doctor being unveiled imminently, I thought it would be fun to give some insight into the process of auditioning and finding the perfect actor for the role, as well as what it's like for the actor passing the baton. While at Comic-Con, Doctor Who co-stars Matt Smith and Jenna Coleman talked about what it's like to be a part of the iconic show on its 50th anniversary, the enormity of what it's like to leave the show, wanting the best actor to step into the role, and what they'll remember most about the experience, while showrunner Steven Moffat talked about having no agenda or specific traits in mind during casting, how much time he's had to prepare for a new Doctor, how it's always been a massive news story, how much longer he'd like to stay with the show, and that he wishes the new actor could just show up on his first episode, without any prior casting announcement. Check out what they had to say after the jump. Question: Matt and Jenna, the two of you are at a seminal point in Doctor Who history right now, with the 50th anniversary. MATT SMITH: We feel very proud and privileged to be the incumbent pair, right now, because the show is arguably on the ascendency. There's something very exciting about being part of it right now. Is it at all daunting to see out the first 50 years, and see in the next 50 years? JENNA COLEMAN: It's just exciting! It's ...
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