Peter Capaldi

Personal context

Summary

Peter Capaldi is a Scottish actor, director, and producer known for Doctor Who, The Thick of It, and films including Local Hero. His work ranges from political satire to science fiction and drama. In 2014, he said Doctor Who should move beyond casting white men as the Doctor; he also took part in UNHCR refugee campaigns and Greenpeace UK’s 2024 climate voter campaign. In a 2024 interview, he said he was glad the Conservatives lost the UK election but described himself as not politically engaged.