At the premiere of his new movie Caught Stealing last week, Matt Smith was once again reminded of his iconic role as the Eleventh Doctor in the long-running sci-fi series Doctor Who. Despite his success in other projects in recent years, it seems that his Doctor Who past is still following him around in a big way.
In the last decade, Matt has received critical acclaim for his performance as Prince Philip in Netflix’s hit series The Crown, and has also taken on a pivotal role in the highly-anticipated Game of Thrones spin-off House of the Dragon. However, it is his time-traveling role as the beloved Time Lord that continues to capture the hearts of fans all over the world.
During a recent interview with Dev Griffin on his Heart radio show, Matt was asked if there is a particular question he wants people to stop asking him. With a hint of frustration, Matt responded, “At airports, I always get, ‘didn’t you bring your Tardis?’ No, mate. I didn’t. ’Cause if I did, I wouldn’t be queuing up, you know, having to get my laptop out while you look at it for no apparent reason. And, like, check my shoes for God knows what. And if I did bring my Tardis, I certainly wouldn’t be queuing up to get through your metal detecting machine.”
While Matt initially brushed off the question as not being a “please stop asking me” situation, he eventually conceded, “So… please stop asking me if I did.” It is evident that despite his fondness for the character, Matt is ready to move on from the endless questions about his time on Doctor Who.
Matt took over the role of the Eleventh Doctor from David Tennant in 2010 and played the character until 2013, making a one-off appearance in 2014. His portrayal of the Time Lord is still highly praised by fans and critics alike, and his performance has left a lasting impact on the series.
Currently, Matt is on the promo trail for his new movie Caught Stealing, directed by Darren Aronofsky and starring Austin Butler, Zoe Kravitz, Regina King, and Liev Schreiber. This marks a change of tone for the Oscar-nominated director, who is best known for his work on dark and intense films such as Requiem For A Dream, Black Swan, Mother!, and most recently, The Whale.
Excitement is building for Caught Stealing, and fans are eager to see Matt on the big screen once again. It is clear that he has successfully transitioned from his iconic role as the Eleventh Doctor and is making a name for himself as a talented actor in his own right.
As the speculation around the future of Doctor Who continues, with rumors of a possible change in lead actor, Matt’s fans continue to show their support for him and his future endeavors. It is undeniable that his time on the show has left a lasting impact, and his talent and charm have only added to the show’s legacy.
In conclusion, Matt Smith at the premiere of Caught Stealing last week was a reminder of his journey from a beloved Time Lord to a successful actor in the entertainment industry. His past as the Eleventh Doctor may still follow him, but it is clear that Matt has moved on to bigger and better things. With Caught Stealing set to be a major success, the future looks bright for this talented actor.
