**Jo Joyner Expresses Eagerness for Another Doctor Who Appearance**
British actress Jo Joyner has voiced her strong enthusiasm for revisiting one of television’s most iconic universes, saying she would “love” to return to the beloved BBC science fiction series, Doctor Who. Joyner, now 48, first appeared in the revival’s inaugural series in 2005, where she portrayed Lynda Moss across two pivotal episodes, “Bad Wolf” and “The Parting of the Ways”.
The two episodes remain etched in fans’ memories as some of the standout moments of the rebooted era, featuring Christopher Eccleston’s Ninth Doctor. Joyner’s character, Lynda Moss, found herself thrust into the alien Game Station in the distant year 200100, where society’s obsession with reality TV was explored to dark effect. Viewers watched as Lynda, alongside the Doctor and Captain Jack Harkness (played by John Barrowman), confronted sinister challenges as they worked frantically to rescue Rose Tyler (Billie Piper) from a deadly incarnation of ‘The Weakest Link’.
Reflecting on her time with the series, Joyner conveyed both nostalgia and gratitude, recalling the electric atmosphere that surrounded Russell T Davies’ reinvention of the long-standing show. In an interview with the Metro newspaper, she shared her affection for the experience, describing it as a “wonderful thing” and reminiscing about her collaboration with Davies and Eccleston during those formative episodes of the relaunched science fiction adventure.
Behind the scenes, Joyner revealed that circumstances at the time prevented her character from having a longer-term involvement with the TARDIS crew. The actress was committed to filming Channel 4’s comedy-drama No Angels, which meant she could not sign on as a regular companion—a move that Davies cleverly incorporated into the script. “At the time I was filming ‘No Angels’, and I was contracted to them, so we knew I’d have to go back,” Joyner told Metro. Despite this, Davies “play[ed] with it a little bit,” teasing viewers with the possibility that Lynda might be set to join the Doctor on his travels.
Joyner praised the nimble storytelling and the uniquely passionate Whovian fanbase, crediting the Doctor Who community for their ongoing support. “There are no fans quite like The Whovians,” she remarked. Over the years, audiences have remained invested in her character’s story and fate, particularly enjoying the “twist” of whether Lynda might have stayed on as the Doctor’s next companion. Such speculation, Joyner suggested, speaks to the enduring charm and unpredictability that Doctor Who offers its audience.
The doors of potential returns remain open in the revamped Whoniverse, especially under the stewardship of Russell T Davies, who continues to shape the show’s future. With recent series exploring alternate realities, time paradoxes, and the regular return of familiar faces from throughout its history, the possibility of seeing Lynda Moss—or even Joyner in another role—cannot be ruled out.
Joyner’s openness to returning may well excite fans hoping for more nostalgic callbacks. In a show where time-travel is integral, and past companions often make surprising comebacks, nothing seems off the cards. Her comments fuel speculation that the creative team might one day revisit some of the early revival characters, further enriching the show’s tapestry of interwoven stories.
The actress, with a CV spanning both comedy and drama, has remained a popular figure on British television. However, as she herself notes, Doctor Who stands apart due to the commitment of its followers and the unique opportunities it presents for both actors and fans alike. For now, Joyner is content to bask in the warmth of Whovian affection, but as Doctor Who continues to reinvent itself, viewers may yet be rewarded with another appearance from Lynda Moss—or at least from the actress who brought her to life.