Noel Clarke, renowned for his portrayal in the science fiction series “Doctor Who,” is facing six sexual offense charges, including two sexual assault charges, as announced by England and Wales’ Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) on Wednesday. The 50-year-old British actor and filmmaker gained fame for his role as Mickey Smith on the BBC show from 2005 to 2010. Additionally, he is accused of one exposure charge and three voyeurism charges, with voyeurism referring to the act of observing or recording a private act without consent, often for sexual satisfaction.
The alleged incidents involving Clarke are said to have occurred between 2007 and 2016, based on complaints from five women. This development comes half a decade after a report by The Guardian in which 20 women accused Clarke of harassment, groping, and bullying on the set of “Doctor Who,” allegations vehemently denied by the actor.
Following an investigation that commenced in September 2025, the recent charges were brought against Clarke, who is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates Court on October 21. Apart from his role in “Doctor Who,” Clarke is recognized for writing, starring in, directing, and producing the teen crime drama films “Kidulthood” (2006), “Adulthood” (2008), and “Brotherhood” (2016), exploring themes of drug abuse, bullying, and violence in London streets. His filmography also includes “Centurion” (2010), “Fast Girls” (2012), “Star Trek Into Darkness” (2013), and the TV series “Bulletproof” (2018-2021).