Hawes, 36, currently starring in BBC Two's hit drama 'Line of Duty' - will play Ms Delphox on the sci-fi drama, reported Daily Mirror.
Described as a "powerful out of this world character with a dark secret", Delphox will encounter the new Doctor (Peter Capaldi) and companion Clara (Jenna Coleman) when they arrive on a strange and puzzling planet.
"I am delighted to join 'Doctor Who' and to be working with this incredible team," said Hawes, who will appear in the fifth episode of the new series, written by Steve Thompson.
Filming is currently under way on the new series of 'Doctor Who'.
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