Doctor Who Season 14 Revives A Great Cameo Trick Not Seen In 17 Years

Warning: Very minor spoilers ahead for Doctor Who season 14, episode 2, "The Devil's Chord."

Summary Doctor Who brings back composer Murray Gold for a cameo in season 14, tying in with the episode's music-based theme.

Gold's return aligns with his iconic work on the series, creating a nostalgic moment for fans.

The cameo honors Gold's contributions to the show and reflects the long-lasting impact of his reimagined theme song and other compositions.

Doctor Who cameos are always an exciting addition to the show, and Disney's era of the franchise has brought back a specific casting trick that Doctor Who hasn't used since 2007. This temporary addition to the Doctor Who season 14 cast is very fitting given the theme of the episode, and the figure in question has long had strong ties to the show. While they did step away from Doctor Who for a while, their second cameo is a brilliant way to mark their return.

Doctor Who's revival era is filled with unsung heroes who work hard behind the scenes, and while certain fans may not know the name of the figure behind this cameo, they'll certainly be well aware of their work. They've been involved with some of the greatest Doctor Who stories of all time, contributing elements that elevate the episodes into the thrilling adventures that they are. They're not a household name, but their talent speaks for itself.

Related Doctor Who: Every Doctor & Who Played Them (In Chronological Order) Doctor Who has been played by a crop of fantastic actors going back several decades, and each version has been both unique and memorable.

Murray Gold Cameos In Doctor Who Season 14, Episode 2

"The Devil's Chord" is the perfect episode for a Murray Gold cameo

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Doctor Who season 14, episode 2, "The Devil's Chord" features a brief guest appearance from the show's resident composer, Murray Gold. The musician came on board in 2005 when Russell T Davies brought Doctor Who back after a lengthy period of dormancy. Gold's impact was immediate, as he reimagined the iconic theme song for the modern age as well as penning the driving orchestral score that soundtracked the Doctor's adventures. In "The Devil's Chord," Murray Gold can be seen playing the piano during the closing song.

Davies is clearly a fan of Gold's work, as proven by reinstating the musician to his old position and handing him a cameo.

The Disney era of Doctor Who marks Gold's return to the show, as he wasn't involved during Chris Chibnall's reign as showrunner with Jodie Whittaker's Thirteenth Doctor in the TARDIS. During this time, Doctor Who was scored by Segun Akinola. However, Murray continued to work in the industry, and even reunited with Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies as the composer worked on Davies' 2021 miniseries, It's a Sin. Davies is clearly a fan of Gold's work, as proven by reinstating the musician to his old position and handing him a cameo.

When Murray Gold Last Had A Doctor Who Cameo

Gold played a band member in "Voyage of the Damned"

Murray last appeared on-screen in the 2007 Doctor Who Christmas special, "Voyage of the Damned." The Titanic-inspired episode featured Gold as a member of the band at the festive function aboard the spacefaring version of the iconic ocean liner. The role is only small, and Gold's appearance is brief, but it's a fitting way of referencing his contributions to the franchise. Satisfyingly, both Murray Gold's Doctor Who cameos have now been in keeping with his musical background, with "The Devil's Chord" also featuring a heavily music-based narrative.

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