Doctor(s): 5th Doctor (Peter Davison) and 6th Doctor (Colin Baker)
Traveled: 1984 – 1986
Actor: Nicola Bryant (born 11 October 1960)
Episodes & Stories
Planet of Fire (introduced), The Caves of Androzani, The Twin Dilemma, Vengeance on Varos, The Two Doctors, Revelation of the Daleks, The Trial of a Time Lord (departure).
Personality
An American botany student, Peri is warm, resourceful, quick to speak her mind and often exasperated by the volatile Sixth Doctor, while showing real courage under frequent physical peril.
Interesting Facts
- Peri was the first American companion, though actress Nicola Bryant is actually English.
- Her fate was left deliberately ambiguous, implying her death in “Mindwarp.”
- A later coda reveals she actually survived and married the warrior king Yrcanos.
What Happened to the Character
Officially left ambiguous in the original 1986 broadcast, The Trial of a Time Lord’s finale later reveals Peri survived and rules alongside King Yrcanos.
The Actor Today
Nicola Bryant has continued acting on stage and in audio, including extensive Big Finish work reprising Peri.