A new Doctor Who trailer has arrived that seems to show Peter Capaldi’s Time Lord start to regenerate ahead of the actors departure this Christmas.

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In the new footage, which also includes more appearances from Michelle Gomez’ Missy and the classic Mondasian Cybermen, Capaldi’s Doctor appears to grip a wall in pain as his hand glows with golden regeneration energy.

Here's a better look here, if you missed it:

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It’s unclear whether this will be the true regeneration of Capaldi’s Doctor – given that he still has a Christmas special to film, it seems unlikely – but it’s definitely sure to ramp up fans’ excitement as the series comes ever closer.

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Doctor Who returns to BBC1 on Saturday 15th April

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