Noel Clarke, famed for his portrayal in the science fiction series “Doctor Who,” has been accused of six sexual offenses, including two instances of sexual assault, as confirmed by England and Wales’ Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) on Wednesday. The 50-year-old British actor and filmmaker gained prominence for his role as Mickey Smith on the BBC program from 2005 to 2010. Additionally, he faces charges of exposure and three counts of voyeurism. Voyeurism, as defined by CPS, involves observing or recording someone engaging in a private act without their consent, usually for sexual satisfaction. The alleged offenses linked to Clarke reportedly occurred between 2007 and 2016 and are based on complaints lodged by five women.
These charges surface five years following a Guardian expose that featured claims of sexual harassment, groping, and mistreatment by 20 women against Clarke, some of whom asserted they endured unwanted advances during the filming of “Doctor Who.” Clarke vehemently refuted these allegations. The recent charges were pressed after an investigation that commenced in September 2025, as reported by the Guardian. Clarke is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on October 21.
Apart from his role in “Doctor Who,” Clarke is recognized for his work in the teen crime dramas “Kidulthood” (2006), “Adulthood” (2008), and “Brotherhood” (2016), which explored themes of substance abuse, bullying, and violence in London’s neighborhoods. He directed “Adulthood” and directed and produced “Brotherhood.” Clarke’s other acting credits include appearances in “Centurion” (2010), “Fast Girls” (2012), “Star Trek Into Darkness” (2013), and the television series “Bulletproof” (2018-2021).