Doctor Who fans will be delighted to hear that the new series will premiere very soon as the BBC announced today that the first episode will air on Saturday, September 19th at 7.40pm on BBC One.

The episode entitled 'The Magician's Apprentice' will see Peter Capaldi return to his role as the time travelling doctor and will be around 50 minutes in length.

As well as Capaldi and Jenna Coleman as Clara, the guest cast this series features Michelle Gomez returning as Missy, alongside Jemma Redgrave, Kelly Hunter, Clare Higgins and Jaye Griffiths.

Let the countdown begin!