‘Doctor Who’ fans will be able to become Jodie Whittaker’s companion in a one-off special in virtual reality.
The 12 minute episode – which will be called ‘Runaway’ – will put viewers "at the centre of the action facing a deadly threat" alongside the Time Lord.
Jodie’s Doctor will appear in animated form, but the actress herself will voice the character for the short film.
Jo Pearce, creative director for the BBC’s digital drama team, said: "Fans will experience the TARDIS like never before in this thrilling new interactive story.
"As ever, the Doctor is full of warmth, wit and charm – helped by a wonderful performance from Jodie – which puts fans at the heart of the story as they immerse themselves in this beautifully animated world."
The unique episode – which will let viewers step into the TARDIS – was crated by the BBC and Passion Animation Studios, with VR veteran Mathias Chelebourg directing the project.
BBC VR Hub boss Zilah Watson: "Our team at the BBC VR Hub has been creating new experiences with the goal of helping to usher virtual reality into the mainstream.
"’Doctor Who’ is exactly the sort of series that can help more people to try this new technology."
A release date for the special hasn’t been announced yet, but fans can expect Jodie – who debuted as the Doctor last year – to be back on screen in 2020 for her second series.
The run will see the star return alongside her cast mates Bradley Walsh, Mandip Gill and Tosin Cole.
Doctor Who fans can be Jodie Whittaker’s companion with new VR special
