David Tennant - Actor Profile

David Tennant

Acting
Updated: Apr 10, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 18, 1971
Birth Place: Bathgate, West Lothian, Scotland, UK

About David Tennant

David John Tennant (né McDonald; 18 April 1971) is a Scottish actor. He is best known for portraying the tenth incarnation of the Doctor in the sci-fi series Doctor Who (2005–2010; 2013). In 2022, he returned to the show as the fourteenth incarnation. His other notable screen roles include DI Alec Hardy in the crime drama series Broadchurch (2013–2017) and its 2014 remake, Kilgrave in the superhero series Jessica Jones (2015–2019), Crowley in the fantasy series Good Omens (2019–present), and various fictionalised versions of himself in the comedy series Staged (2020–2022). Tennant has worked extensively on stage, including a portrayal of the title character in a 2008 Royal Shakespeare Company production of Hamlet that was later adapted for television. He is also a voice actor, featuring in the animated series DuckTales (2017–2021) as the voice of Scrooge McDuck. In 2015, he received the National Television Award for Special Recognition.

David Tennant Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of David Tennant reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of David Tennant's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of David Tennant's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Ballad of Russell & Julie, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best David Tennant Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from David Tennant's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie David Tennant has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Macbeth Macbeth Super Hit Similar →
2023 imagine… Russell T Davies: The Doctor and Me Self Super Hit Similar →
2023 Doctor Who: 60th Anniversary Specials The Doctor (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2023 National Theatre Live: Good Professor John Halder/Johnny Super Hit Similar →
2023 Comic Relief 2023 Self - Host Super Hit Similar →
2021 An Audience with Adele Self Super Hit Similar →
2020 Our Sarah Jane: The Life of Elisabeth Sladen Self Super Hit Similar →
2020 Good Omens: Lockdown Crowley (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2020 The Big Night In Mr. Logan Super Hit Similar →
2020 The Big Night In Self Super Hit Similar →
2019 Children In Need 2019: Got It Covered Self Super Hit Similar →
2019 How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World Spitelout / Ivar the Whitless (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2018 The Muppets Take The O2 Self Super Hit Similar →
2017 Proclaimers: This Is the Story Self Super Hit Similar →
2015 Doctor Who: The Husbands of River Song The Doctor (10) (picture) (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
2015 Inside Einstein's Mind: The Enigma of Space and Time Narrator (Voice UK) Hit Similar →
2015 The Nation's Favourite Beatles Number One Self Super Hit Similar →
2015 Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Mickey's Monster Musical Igor the Door (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2014 Doctor Who: The Ultimate Companion Self / The Doctor (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2014 Wings 3D Narrator (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2013 The Day of the Doctor: Cinema Intro The Doctor (10) Super Hit Similar →
2013 Doctor Who Live: The Afterparty The Doctor (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2013 Doctor Who: The Day of the Doctor The Doctor (10) Super Hit Similar →
2013 The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot Self Super Hit Similar →
2013 Doctor Who: The Ultimate Guide Self Super Hit Similar →
2013 RSC Live: Richard II Richard II Hit Similar →
2013 Doctor Who Explained Self Super Hit Similar →
2011 Shrek: Once Upon a Time Self / Narrator Super Hit Similar →
2011 Catherine Tate: Laughing at the Noughties Self Super Hit Similar →
2011 The Ballad of Russell & Julie Russell T. Davies / Self Super Hit Similar →
2011 Doctor Who: Tales Lost in Time - Super Hit Similar →
2011 The Itch of the Golden Nit Radio Newsreader / Stretchy McStretch (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2011 Much Ado About Nothing Benedick Super Hit Similar →
2011 Polar Bear: Spy on the Ice Narrator Super Hit Similar →
2010 How to Train Your Dragon Spitelout (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2009 Hamlet Hamlet Hit Similar →
2009 The Catherine Tate Show: Nan's Christmas Carol Ghost of Christmas Present Super Hit Similar →
2009 Doctor Who: The Waters of Mars The Doctor Super Hit Similar →
2009 Doctor Who: Planet of the Dead The Doctor Super Hit Similar →
2008 Doctor Who: The Next Doctor The Doctor Hit Similar →
2008 Doctor Who: Music of the Spheres - Doctor Who at the Proms 2008 The Doctor (Uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
2007 Doctor Who: Voyage of the Damned The Doctor Super Hit Similar →
2007 The Friday Night Project - Unleashed Self - Guest Host Super Hit Similar →
2007 Doctor Who: Time Crash The Doctor (10) Super Hit Similar →
2007 David Tennant's Video Diary Self Super Hit Similar →
2006 Doctor Who: The Runaway Bride The Doctor Super Hit Similar →
2005 Doctor Who:The Christmas Invasion - Super Hit Similar →
2005 Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Barty Crouch Junior Super Hit Similar →
2004 Traffic Warden Traffic Warden Super Hit Similar →
2004 Old Street Mr. Watson Super Hit Similar →

David Tennant - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of David Tennant?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Tennant is "The Ballad of Russell & Julie" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has David Tennant acted in?

David Tennant has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by David Tennant?

Other notable films include "Catherine Tate: Laughing at the Noughties", "The Day of the Doctor: Cinema Intro", and "imagine… Russell T Davies: The Doctor and Me".

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