8 Doctor Who Companions Who Should Make A Return
The Doctor has had many companions over the decades, and it'd be fun to see some of them return.
Over the decades The Doctor has travelled with a range of different companions, some for only few adventures while others stick around for years at a time. When the show was re-launched in 2005, it was quite natural to expect that some of these old companions may return- and they did, including Sarah Jane Smith, and Jo Grant (although Jo only returned in the Sarah Jane Adventures, not the main show).
While it is true that many companions do return in Big Finish Productions, it would be great if some more companions could return to the small screen. It offers some great storytelling opportunities as old companions have to re-meet The Doctor as they change their face. With The Doctor now being a woman, it seems a fantastic time for some old companions to re-meet The Doctor.
While almost any companion returning could provide some great character moments for both The Doctor and said companion, there are a select few who just stand out as being better suited to return to the TARDIS for an adventure or two.
The only question is, as always, who?
7. Grace Holloway
Grace Holloway was The Eight Doctor's companion for the TV movie that was to act as a backdoor pilot to a new series. While the film did not lead to a revival, Grace was a cool companion and was actually first ever companion to kiss The Doctor! Not only that, but in trying to save The Seventh Doctor, she inadvertently caused him to regenerate into his eighth incarnation. As far as companions go, it was quite a unique set up.
Unfortunately Grace has only returned in comics and a few novels. While her time with The Doctor was short, she made a good impression and she would've made for a great companion for The Doctor had the film succeeded in launching a new series of the show. Being a doctor herself, she certainly would've been a capable companion to say the least.
While there may not be loose ends to tie up with Grace, bringing her back for an adventure would be a nice way to pay homage to the Doctor Who film, and could maybe even be used to iron out some of inconsistencies with the lore that the film introduced. Being one of the only American companions also provides The Doctor with an excuse to visit a few more American landmarks. Grand Canyon adventure anyone?