'Doctor Who' Introduces Its Own Superhero, Reveals Teaser for Its Spin-Off 'Class'

The mysterious masked hero will pay the Time Lord a visit in the upcoming Christmas special while the spin-off will debut on October 22.

October 8, 2016

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It's a double treat for "Doctor Who" fans. A sneak peek at the upcoming Christmas special offers a first look at a character played by Justin Chatwin. He is dressed in black from head to toe in a leather suit complete with a cape and mask.

Meet a new hero from the #DoctorWho Christmas Special, played by guest star @Justingchatwin. #NYCC pic.twitter.com/wtTz9a4d3w
— BBC America (@BBCAMERICA) October 7, 2016

The second video is a teaser for "Doctor Who" spin-off called "Class" ahead of its premiere on October 22. It gives a deeper glimpse into Coal Hill Academy, a fictional school that has been regularly featured on the original show since its 1963 inception.

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The Time Lord is back this holiday with "The Return of Doctor Mysterio". Showrunner Steven Moffat said at the New York Comic-Con, "I've always loved superheroes and this Christmas Doctor Who dives into that world. My favorite superhero is Clark Kent. Not Superman, Clark Kent."

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