Sir Tony Robinson’s ‘history with a twist podcast’ Cunningcast is releasing an episode dedicated to Dr Who ahead of the brand-new BBC series. Fresh off the back of celebrating 60 years of Dr Who last year, and looking ahead to welcoming Ncuti Gatwa as the 15th Doctor to the show, Tony is joined by Sophie Aldred, Dr Who’s first ever assistant Ace, and the journalist and Dr Who superfan, Matthew Sweet.
- 5/1/2024
- by PodcastingToday
- Podcastingtoday
In January 2024, Fourth Doctor companion Louise Jameson returned to Doctor Who in the short promotional film Leela vs the Time War for the release of the Season 15 Blu-ray boxset. It showed Jameson’s character on Gallifrey in the final moments of the Time War being threatened with extermination by the Daleks. “This is not how this ends,” says Leela, before transporting herself to the safety of the Tardis.
As reported by RadioTimes.com, writer/director Pete McTighe said at a BFI screening of 1977 episode “Horror of Fang Rock”, that he saw the new scene as “an opportunity to right [the] wrong” of Jameson’s character’s original exit, in which Leela was hurriedly married off to a Gallifreyan Time Lord.
McTighe has written increasingly ambitious promotional films for these series releases with original actors returning to play their roles, though the complexity of producing them means they won’t be done for every boxset.
As reported by RadioTimes.com, writer/director Pete McTighe said at a BFI screening of 1977 episode “Horror of Fang Rock”, that he saw the new scene as “an opportunity to right [the] wrong” of Jameson’s character’s original exit, in which Leela was hurriedly married off to a Gallifreyan Time Lord.
McTighe has written increasingly ambitious promotional films for these series releases with original actors returning to play their roles, though the complexity of producing them means they won’t be done for every boxset.
- 2/15/2024
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
If Doctor Who fans ever felt hard done by during any of the show’s previous big anniversaries then the 60th is here to soothe spirits, hand out cherished gifts, and generally make a bloody big hair-ruffling fuss of the lot of us.
First came news of David Tennant and Catherine Tate’s return in three anniversary specials, then came the ‘roughly 8 million episodes of Doctor Who are coming to BBC iPlayer on November 1’ announcement, then they brought back Doctor Who Confidential under a different name, and now…
…three Classic era Doctors are returning alongside eight former Doctor Who Companions (plus The Sarah Jane Adventures’ Clyde Langer) for new series Tales of the Tardis.
New Scenes, Classic Who Cast
Not a behind-the-scenes documentary, and not standalone adventures, the six-part series will pair up the stars of classic Who acting in new scenes together, in character, wrapped around episodes from six existing serials.
First came news of David Tennant and Catherine Tate’s return in three anniversary specials, then came the ‘roughly 8 million episodes of Doctor Who are coming to BBC iPlayer on November 1’ announcement, then they brought back Doctor Who Confidential under a different name, and now…
…three Classic era Doctors are returning alongside eight former Doctor Who Companions (plus The Sarah Jane Adventures’ Clyde Langer) for new series Tales of the Tardis.
New Scenes, Classic Who Cast
Not a behind-the-scenes documentary, and not standalone adventures, the six-part series will pair up the stars of classic Who acting in new scenes together, in character, wrapped around episodes from six existing serials.
- 10/31/2023
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
It’s a good time to be a Doctor Who fan. Over 800 episodes of the iconic sci-fi series will soon be available to watch on BBC iPlayer, and they’ll be joined by a brand-new Doctor Who spinoff series which will reunite classic Doctor Who duos, including classic Doctors and their companions.
Tales of the Tardis will span six-episodes, with each featuring a different duo, with brand new scenes woven together with classic episodes to create feature-length omnibus episodes. Reprising their roles for the Doctor Who spinoff series are; Maureen O’Brien as Vicki and Peter Purves as Steven, Frazer Hines as Jamie and Wendy Padbury as Zoe, Katy Manning as Jo and Daniel Anthony as Clyde, Peter Davison as the Fifth Doctor and Janet Fielding as Tegan, Colin Baker as the Sixth Doctor and Nicola Bryant as Peri, and Sylvester McCoy as the Seventh Doctor and Sophie Aldred as Ace.
Tales of the Tardis will span six-episodes, with each featuring a different duo, with brand new scenes woven together with classic episodes to create feature-length omnibus episodes. Reprising their roles for the Doctor Who spinoff series are; Maureen O’Brien as Vicki and Peter Purves as Steven, Frazer Hines as Jamie and Wendy Padbury as Zoe, Katy Manning as Jo and Daniel Anthony as Clyde, Peter Davison as the Fifth Doctor and Janet Fielding as Tegan, Colin Baker as the Sixth Doctor and Nicola Bryant as Peri, and Sylvester McCoy as the Seventh Doctor and Sophie Aldred as Ace.
- 10/30/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
There truly has never been a better time to be a Doctor Who fan.
Not only do we have the three long-awaited 60th anniversary episodes mere weeks away (even if we are still waiting on an official release date beyond “November!”), we’re then getting the return of the Doctor Who festive special with a brand-new Doctor and companion on the way in Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson, not to mention the shiny new series 14 launching some time in 2024.
But in the mean time, the surprise 60th anniversary celebration announcements keep on coming – and the BBC’s latest Doctor Who news is a biggie:
The Entire Doctor Who Back Catalogue Is Coming To BBC iPlayer!
From 1st November, BBC iPlayer will host over 800 episodes of Doctor Who, including all the classic series from the very first Doctor, William Hartnell, right the way through to the 1996 TV movie with Paul McGann.
Not only do we have the three long-awaited 60th anniversary episodes mere weeks away (even if we are still waiting on an official release date beyond “November!”), we’re then getting the return of the Doctor Who festive special with a brand-new Doctor and companion on the way in Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson, not to mention the shiny new series 14 launching some time in 2024.
But in the mean time, the surprise 60th anniversary celebration announcements keep on coming – and the BBC’s latest Doctor Who news is a biggie:
The Entire Doctor Who Back Catalogue Is Coming To BBC iPlayer!
From 1st November, BBC iPlayer will host over 800 episodes of Doctor Who, including all the classic series from the very first Doctor, William Hartnell, right the way through to the 1996 TV movie with Paul McGann.
- 10/10/2023
- by Lauravickersgreen
- Den of Geek
The best way to describe Chris Chibnall and Jodie Whittaker's era of "Doctor Who" is "stuff happened." And in the centenary special "The Power of the Doctor," which served as Whittaker's Thirteenth Doctor swan song, stuff certainly happened. Was any of that stuff emotionally, narratively, or thematically resonant? Well, that's another story.
Jodie Whittaker's run as the first female Doctor in "Doctor Who" history has been mired in clunky writing, nonsensical plots, half-realized characters, and empty spectacle — which on the surface, sounds par for the course for a show as silly and weird as "Doctor Who." But it's been missing the heart that made those kinds of quirks bearable, and as a result — despite some genuine bright spots through this four-year run — has felt like a chore to watch more than anything. And Whittaker's final episode as the Thirteenth Doctor certainly felt like a laundry list of fan...
Jodie Whittaker's run as the first female Doctor in "Doctor Who" history has been mired in clunky writing, nonsensical plots, half-realized characters, and empty spectacle — which on the surface, sounds par for the course for a show as silly and weird as "Doctor Who." But it's been missing the heart that made those kinds of quirks bearable, and as a result — despite some genuine bright spots through this four-year run — has felt like a chore to watch more than anything. And Whittaker's final episode as the Thirteenth Doctor certainly felt like a laundry list of fan...
- 10/24/2022
- by Hoai-Tran Bui
- Slash Film
Saying goodbye to Jodie Whittaker’s Doctor feels bittersweet. As the first female actor to play the Time Lord, she’s brought Doctor Who up to speed with modern times – but her tenure has often struggled to live up to its potential. That’s due less to her performance – lord knows, she’s been giving all she can – than the scripts the actor has been given. There’s been a renewed interest in the show with Russell T Davies, the brains behind the original reboot, taking back the showrunner reins for the next series.
We know that Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa will be the 14th Doctor – a choice that was warmly received by fans. But rather than speculating about its future, I want this last review to focus on Whittaker. And, given the final moments of Whittaker’s regeneration were removed from the episode sent to reviewers, the Doctor...
We know that Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa will be the 14th Doctor – a choice that was warmly received by fans. But rather than speculating about its future, I want this last review to focus on Whittaker. And, given the final moments of Whittaker’s regeneration were removed from the episode sent to reviewers, the Doctor...
- 10/24/2022
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - TV
Warning: Contains spoilers for the latest episode of “Doctor Who”
“Can somebody tell me what the hell is going on?” says incoming “Doctor Who” star Ncuti Gatwa in a trailer for next year’s series premiere. After seeing “The Power of the Doctor,” it would be hard to find any “Who” fan who doesn’t feel the same way.
Airing on the BBC on Sunday, “The Power of the Doctor” was advertised as a sendoff for the Thirteenth Doctor, Jodie Whitaker, after four years in the role. But with the special also airing as part of the BBC’s 100th anniversary celebrations, it also was overloaded with cameos from past Doctors and companions.
As advertised, we got Sophie Aldred and Janet Fielding returning as 80s “Who” companions Ace and Tegan, but we also got cameos from four previous Doctors. Doctors No. Five through Eight — Peter Davison, Colin Baker, Sylvester McCoy...
“Can somebody tell me what the hell is going on?” says incoming “Doctor Who” star Ncuti Gatwa in a trailer for next year’s series premiere. After seeing “The Power of the Doctor,” it would be hard to find any “Who” fan who doesn’t feel the same way.
Airing on the BBC on Sunday, “The Power of the Doctor” was advertised as a sendoff for the Thirteenth Doctor, Jodie Whitaker, after four years in the role. But with the special also airing as part of the BBC’s 100th anniversary celebrations, it also was overloaded with cameos from past Doctors and companions.
As advertised, we got Sophie Aldred and Janet Fielding returning as 80s “Who” companions Ace and Tegan, but we also got cameos from four previous Doctors. Doctors No. Five through Eight — Peter Davison, Colin Baker, Sylvester McCoy...
- 10/24/2022
- by Jeremy Fuster
- The Wrap
Warning: contains major spoilers for Doctor Who The Power of the Doctor
In a Q&a session alongside a screening of “The Power of the Doctor,” departing showrunner Chris Chibnall discussed his desire to pack the episode full of easter eggs, layering in the past, present, and future of the long-running programme.
While the story itself may have been somewhat messy as a result – more on that in our spoiler-packed review – there’s no denying there’s a lot here for long-time Doctor Who fans to sink their teeth into, with some references being more obscure than others. There’ll be spoilers ahead as we dig in…
Tegan Jovanka
Two classic companions returning in a single outing means there’s plenty of opportunities for nostalgic nods, and while Tegan is slightly less well served in the easter egg department than Ace, she has her moments:
When facing a fatal fall...
In a Q&a session alongside a screening of “The Power of the Doctor,” departing showrunner Chris Chibnall discussed his desire to pack the episode full of easter eggs, layering in the past, present, and future of the long-running programme.
While the story itself may have been somewhat messy as a result – more on that in our spoiler-packed review – there’s no denying there’s a lot here for long-time Doctor Who fans to sink their teeth into, with some references being more obscure than others. There’ll be spoilers ahead as we dig in…
Tegan Jovanka
Two classic companions returning in a single outing means there’s plenty of opportunities for nostalgic nods, and while Tegan is slightly less well served in the easter egg department than Ace, she has her moments:
When facing a fatal fall...
- 10/23/2022
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
It's time to say goodbye to Jodie Whittaker as the Thirteenth Doctor. With the approach of her final episode the BBC, the actress is getting fans hyped for the big farewell, and the new Doctor on the horizon.
"Doctor Who" regenerations are generally overwhelming events. As Whittaker explained to Entertainment Weekly, the theme of change was a strong driver in tomorrow's special, "The Power of the Doctor," which will be her last adventure in the Tardis:
"I think it's got something for everybody. It [is] a celebration of everything that makes the show what it is: Cybermen, Master, Daleks. But also, if you've never seen it before, it's the biggest advert of what the show is about. It celebrates change, the challenges the Doctor goes through, the darkness and the lightness. I think it certainly delves deep into the psyche of the Doctor. But then for me — as Jodie — it has...
"Doctor Who" regenerations are generally overwhelming events. As Whittaker explained to Entertainment Weekly, the theme of change was a strong driver in tomorrow's special, "The Power of the Doctor," which will be her last adventure in the Tardis:
"I think it's got something for everybody. It [is] a celebration of everything that makes the show what it is: Cybermen, Master, Daleks. But also, if you've never seen it before, it's the biggest advert of what the show is about. It celebrates change, the challenges the Doctor goes through, the darkness and the lightness. I think it certainly delves deep into the psyche of the Doctor. But then for me — as Jodie — it has...
- 10/22/2022
- by Sarah Musnicky
- Slash Film
When the return of companions Tegan Jovanka and Ace to Doctor Who was confirmed in the trailer at the end of ‘Legend of the Sea Devils’, a certain section of the show’s fandom – for want of a better term – lost its nut. Newer viewers less familiar with 1980s Doctor Who however, could be forgiven for feeling slightly mystified by this mass hysteria. So with that in mind, here’s a handy guide to what makes Janet Fielding and Sophie Aldred’s characters such icons of the show.
Shaking Up the Tardis Status Quo
As if she had been plucked from an entirely different genre of television, much like Donna Noble would many years later, Australian flight attendant Tegan Jovanka shook up the Tardis status quo like never before. Given how integral a companion’s home life is to the modern era of Doctor Who, it’s of note that...
Shaking Up the Tardis Status Quo
As if she had been plucked from an entirely different genre of television, much like Donna Noble would many years later, Australian flight attendant Tegan Jovanka shook up the Tardis status quo like never before. Given how integral a companion’s home life is to the modern era of Doctor Who, it’s of note that...
- 10/18/2022
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
Jodie Whittaker doesn’t think Ncuti Gatwa needs any advice from her on becoming the next face of Doctor Who.
At the Q&a after the press screening for her final episode, ‘The Power of the Doctor’, held at the Curzon Bloomsbury in London on Tuesday 11th October, Whittaker was answering questions alongside co-stars Mandip Gill, Sacha Dhawan, and departing showrunner Chris Chibnall.
When asked by Q&a moderator Charlie Girling what her biggest piece of advice is for the next Doctor, Jodie Whittaker’s light-hearted reply was: ‘There’s no advice you can give. I’m certainly not giving that phenomenal actor any advice, he doesn’t need it from me!’ She added one very short-but-sweet encouragement to Gatwa: ‘It’s yours to own, and you’ve earned it.’
Asked to pinpoint what she would miss most about Doctor Who, Whittaker described the role as the most special time of her life.
At the Q&a after the press screening for her final episode, ‘The Power of the Doctor’, held at the Curzon Bloomsbury in London on Tuesday 11th October, Whittaker was answering questions alongside co-stars Mandip Gill, Sacha Dhawan, and departing showrunner Chris Chibnall.
When asked by Q&a moderator Charlie Girling what her biggest piece of advice is for the next Doctor, Jodie Whittaker’s light-hearted reply was: ‘There’s no advice you can give. I’m certainly not giving that phenomenal actor any advice, he doesn’t need it from me!’ She added one very short-but-sweet encouragement to Gatwa: ‘It’s yours to own, and you’ve earned it.’
Asked to pinpoint what she would miss most about Doctor Who, Whittaker described the role as the most special time of her life.
- 10/16/2022
- by Lauravickersgreen
- Den of Geek
Get ready to say goodbye to Jodie Whitaker as The Doctor. The upcoming Doctor Who special, titled "The Power of the Doctor," will be her final performance in the role. The special will hit the small screen on October 23rd.
Before her time on the series ends, Whitaker's Doctor will face her toughest enemies yet. Viewers will see her go up against The Master, Daleks, and Cybermen during the special.
In addition to Whitaker, the special will feature Mandip Gill, John Bishop, Jacob Anderson, Jemma Redgrave, Sacha Dhawan, Patrick O'Kane, Janet Fielding, and Sophie Aldred.
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Before her time on the series ends, Whitaker's Doctor will face her toughest enemies yet. Viewers will see her go up against The Master, Daleks, and Cybermen during the special.
In addition to Whitaker, the special will feature Mandip Gill, John Bishop, Jacob Anderson, Jemma Redgrave, Sacha Dhawan, Patrick O'Kane, Janet Fielding, and Sophie Aldred.
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- 10/12/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
The BBC has announced when Jodie Whittaker’s final Doctor Who episode will air.
Whittaker will step down as the Time Lord in the third of three specials that have been broadcast throughout 2022.
Titled “The Power of the Doctor”, the episode will air on Sunday 23 October.
It’s currently unknown whether the episode will introsduce Sex Education actor Ncuti Gatwa as the next Doctor.
Gatwa was confirmed to play the role earlier this year for a new series that is being overseen by returning showrunner Russell T Davies.
The full synopsis for Whittaker’s final adventure reads as follows: “Action-adventure in space and time for all the family, starring Jodie Whittaker, Mandip Gill, John Bishop, Sophie Aldred, Janet Fielding and Sacha Dhawan. In this feature-length Special to mark her last adventure, Jodie Whittaker’s Thirteenth Doctor must fight for her very existence, against her deadliest enemies: the Daleks, the Cybermen and her arch-nemesis,...
Whittaker will step down as the Time Lord in the third of three specials that have been broadcast throughout 2022.
Titled “The Power of the Doctor”, the episode will air on Sunday 23 October.
It’s currently unknown whether the episode will introsduce Sex Education actor Ncuti Gatwa as the next Doctor.
Gatwa was confirmed to play the role earlier this year for a new series that is being overseen by returning showrunner Russell T Davies.
The full synopsis for Whittaker’s final adventure reads as follows: “Action-adventure in space and time for all the family, starring Jodie Whittaker, Mandip Gill, John Bishop, Sophie Aldred, Janet Fielding and Sacha Dhawan. In this feature-length Special to mark her last adventure, Jodie Whittaker’s Thirteenth Doctor must fight for her very existence, against her deadliest enemies: the Daleks, the Cybermen and her arch-nemesis,...
- 10/8/2022
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - TV
Welcome to the end of Thirteen’s existence. It’s time for the Doctor to do battle with the forces that mass against her, and their Master… The BBC has confirmed that Jodie Whittaker’s farewell adventure ‘The Power of the Doctor’ will air on Sunday the 23rd of October on BBC One.
That puts the Special exactly one year and one month away from Doctor Who’s 60th anniversary on the 23rd of November 2023, when former showrunner Russell T Davies will be back in the driving seat and is expected to introduce Ncuti Gatwa as the 14th Doctor (as well as reintroducing a host of welcome and familiar faces).
Thirteen is going out with a bang, by the looks of the latest trailer, which features regulars Mandip Gill, John Bishop and Jacob Anderson as Yaz, Dan and Vinder, alongside Jemma Redgrave as Unit’s Kate Stewart.
They’re back...
That puts the Special exactly one year and one month away from Doctor Who’s 60th anniversary on the 23rd of November 2023, when former showrunner Russell T Davies will be back in the driving seat and is expected to introduce Ncuti Gatwa as the 14th Doctor (as well as reintroducing a host of welcome and familiar faces).
Thirteen is going out with a bang, by the looks of the latest trailer, which features regulars Mandip Gill, John Bishop and Jacob Anderson as Yaz, Dan and Vinder, alongside Jemma Redgrave as Unit’s Kate Stewart.
They’re back...
- 10/8/2022
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
All good things must come to an end, and all Doctors must regenerate eventually. For Jodie Whittaker, who has embodied the iconic "Doctor Who" character for the past five years, that unavoidable ending is on the horizon. The actor's final bow in the role will take place this fall, when she says goodbye in the 90-minute special "The Power of the Doctor." Whittaker spoke to Empire Magazine about filming the final scene, and described the emotions that poured out right when it wrapped.
"I love the dialogue [showrunner Chris Chibnall] wrote for my regeneration," she told the outlet. "It captures my Doctor beautifully. It's simple, epic and beautiful." While her description of the scene only reveals that it features a long take, it's possible to surmise that it doesn't involve any tears from her character since, apparently, her own reaction came right after the filmmaker called cut. "When I could see...
"I love the dialogue [showrunner Chris Chibnall] wrote for my regeneration," she told the outlet. "It captures my Doctor beautifully. It's simple, epic and beautiful." While her description of the scene only reveals that it features a long take, it's possible to surmise that it doesn't involve any tears from her character since, apparently, her own reaction came right after the filmmaker called cut. "When I could see...
- 9/27/2022
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
Jodie Whittaker has spent the last five years playing one of the most beloved characters in television history as the 13th incarnation of the Time Lord on "Doctor Who." Whittaker holds the distinction as the first woman to ever play The Doctor from planet Gallifrey, but will be saying goodbye in the upcoming 90-minute special "The Power Of The Doctor," which will also mark the end of showrunner Chris Chibnall's tenure. Whittaker's successor is "Sex Education" star Ncuti Gatwa, who will also make history as the first Black actor to play the titular role. The regeneration of a new Doctor is always an exciting passing of the Tardis, so to speak, but with the introduction of Gatwa coinciding with the series' 60th anniversary, "Doctor Who" is celebrating in a massive way.
It was already announced that series favorites Catherine Tate and former Doctor David Tennant would be returning for the special,...
It was already announced that series favorites Catherine Tate and former Doctor David Tennant would be returning for the special,...
- 9/26/2022
- by BJ Colangelo
- Slash Film
Bunny King just wants to throw a birthday party. She’s promised her five-year-old daughter Shannon (Amelia Baynes) that they’ll spend her birthday together, in their home – which sounds like an innocuous enough promise, except for the tenuous situation in which Bunny finds herself, as depicted in Gaysorn Thavat’s “The Justice of Bunny King.”
The unhoused Bunny is a self-described “homeless squeegee bandit.” She earns a meager keep washing windshields in traffic with a scrappy crew and does chores at her sister’s house in exchange for crashing on their couch. Her sister Grace (Toni Potter) is an overworked nurse; her brother-in-law Bevan is a user and a loser.
Bunny has highly supervised visits with her anxious teenage son Reuben (Angus Stevens) and loving young daughter, both of whom live with a foster family. Bunny has vowed to the vigilant social worker Ai Ling that she will get...
The unhoused Bunny is a self-described “homeless squeegee bandit.” She earns a meager keep washing windshields in traffic with a scrappy crew and does chores at her sister’s house in exchange for crashing on their couch. Her sister Grace (Toni Potter) is an overworked nurse; her brother-in-law Bevan is a user and a loser.
Bunny has highly supervised visits with her anxious teenage son Reuben (Angus Stevens) and loving young daughter, both of whom live with a foster family. Bunny has vowed to the vigilant social worker Ai Ling that she will get...
- 9/22/2022
- by Katie Walsh
- The Wrap
There’s a crucial point of clarity in the director’s notes for The Justice of Bunny King wherein director Gaysorn Thavat admits one of her goals for the film was to never let its main character become a victim. Bunny (Essie Davis) is obviously struggling with an unnuanced system of legality that’s left her on the streets without custody of her kids, but she harbors zero regrets where it comes to the actions that brought her to this point. Yes, she served time for manslaughter, but killing her husband was the only way to protect her children from his abuse—abuse that left young Shannon (Amelie Baynes) with permanent disabilities. It wasn’t therefore a choice. It was a necessity. Nothing trumps her family’s safety. Not even Bunny’s own happiness.
We witness this truth early on courtesy of a moment Bunny simultaneously wishes she never saw...
We witness this truth early on courtesy of a moment Bunny simultaneously wishes she never saw...
- 9/22/2022
- by Jared Mobarak
- The Film Stage
Doctor Who fans have been treated to a glimpse of the show’s centenary special, “The Power of the Doctor”.
The new episode, out next month, will be Jodie Whittaker’s final appearance as the 13th Time Lord.
In the centenary special, she will be up against a triple threat of Daleks, Cybermen, and Sacha Dhawan’s The Master.
The new photos, shared on Twitter, offer a peek at some of the Doctor’s old friends, who are reprising their roles for the special, from Ace (Sophie Aldred) to Tegan (Janet Fielding).
“Old friends and enemies reunite,” the post teased.
Other photos see The Master and Mandip Gill’s Yaz going head-to-head, while more show the dreaded Cybermen back on the scene.
John Bishop will reprise his role as companion Dan Lewis for the episode.
A specific release date in October is yet to be revealed.
Old friends and enemies...
The new episode, out next month, will be Jodie Whittaker’s final appearance as the 13th Time Lord.
In the centenary special, she will be up against a triple threat of Daleks, Cybermen, and Sacha Dhawan’s The Master.
The new photos, shared on Twitter, offer a peek at some of the Doctor’s old friends, who are reprising their roles for the special, from Ace (Sophie Aldred) to Tegan (Janet Fielding).
“Old friends and enemies reunite,” the post teased.
Other photos see The Master and Mandip Gill’s Yaz going head-to-head, while more show the dreaded Cybermen back on the scene.
John Bishop will reprise his role as companion Dan Lewis for the episode.
A specific release date in October is yet to be revealed.
Old friends and enemies...
- 9/22/2022
- by Ellie Harrison
- The Independent - TV
Between “The Babadook,” “Babyteeth,” and her own husband’s “True History of the Kelly Gang,” Australian actress Essie Davis has established herself as modern cinema’s most anguished mother. Nobody is better at — or more committed to — playing “good” parents in bad situations. She’s a widowed single mom who’s terrorized by a demonic manifestation of her own grief. She’s a Sydney woman who’s teenage daughter is coming of age and dying of cancer at the same time. She’s a loving matriarch of an infamous outlaw family who’s proud to watch her son get hanged for his crimes. It’s because Davis is so drawn to the agonies of unconditional love that she’s able to sell the beauty of it; no matter how wrenching and feral these performances might be, they all make it perfectly clear why having kids is worth the threat of...
- 9/21/2022
- by David Ehrlich
- Indiewire
When Jodie Whittaker regenerates during Doctor Who’s BBC Centenary special this autumn, we’ll be saying goodbye to one of the series’ most beloved and memorable incarnations of the infamous timelord.
The first ever female Doctor, Jodie was also voted the fans’ second favourite Doctor of all time in a 2020 Radio Times poll, but her reign hasn’t been without controversy. From debates on whether there should even be a female Doctor (spoiler alert: there should) to series 13 having three episodes cut due to the Covid-19 pandemic, plus the show’s producers defending lower-than-usual ratings, it’s been a bit of a rollercoaster for the Thirteenth Doctor.
Just what is in store for Whittaker’s final episode?
The following article contains potential Spoilers for Jodie Whittaker’s final episode of Doctor Who
Chris Chibnall’s Swan Song
When it was announced that Jodie Whittaker was leaving the show, showrunner...
The first ever female Doctor, Jodie was also voted the fans’ second favourite Doctor of all time in a 2020 Radio Times poll, but her reign hasn’t been without controversy. From debates on whether there should even be a female Doctor (spoiler alert: there should) to series 13 having three episodes cut due to the Covid-19 pandemic, plus the show’s producers defending lower-than-usual ratings, it’s been a bit of a rollercoaster for the Thirteenth Doctor.
Just what is in store for Whittaker’s final episode?
The following article contains potential Spoilers for Jodie Whittaker’s final episode of Doctor Who
Chris Chibnall’s Swan Song
When it was announced that Jodie Whittaker was leaving the show, showrunner...
- 9/15/2022
- by Lauravickersgreen
- Den of Geek
We now finally know what the title of the upcoming "Doctor Who" centenary special is going to be. This episode, which is set to air in the fall, will serve as a goodbye to Jodie Whittaker's Thirteenth Doctor, who made history as the first woman to take on the character in the show's long history. So, her final, feature-length special episode? It will be "The Power of the Doctor."
The news was revealed via the latest issue of "Doctor Who Magazine" (via Cultbox). The outlet also notes that the title brings to mind several previous episodes from the show's history, including "The Power of the Daleks" from 1966, which featured Patrick Troughton's Doctor, and 2012's The Power of Three, during Matt Smith's tenure as the Doctor. A brief synopsis for the episode has also surfaced, which reads as follows:
Her final battle. Her deadliest enemies. The Thirteenth Doctor faces multiple threats from Daleks,...
The news was revealed via the latest issue of "Doctor Who Magazine" (via Cultbox). The outlet also notes that the title brings to mind several previous episodes from the show's history, including "The Power of the Daleks" from 1966, which featured Patrick Troughton's Doctor, and 2012's The Power of Three, during Matt Smith's tenure as the Doctor. A brief synopsis for the episode has also surfaced, which reads as follows:
Her final battle. Her deadliest enemies. The Thirteenth Doctor faces multiple threats from Daleks,...
- 9/14/2022
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Jodie Whittaker is nearing the end of her journey at the 13th Doctor, and the teaser for her final episode promises the return of some familiar faces to send her off.
The BBC (the show airs on BBC America in the U.S.) released the first look at Whittaker’s final episode, which also happens to be the feature-length Centenary Special, on Sunday. You can watch the teaser above.
“This is the day you die,” Sacha Dhawan’s Master tells Whittaker’s Doctor. While the clip gives away few details about the actual plot of the final episode, Master appears to be just one of several villains that the Doctor will face.
Daleks and even Cybermen are also on hand in the clip. Perhaps the biggest surprise is that two classic companions are back to help the Doctor face off against her foes.
Tegan (Janet Fielding) and Ace (Sophie Aldred...
The BBC (the show airs on BBC America in the U.S.) released the first look at Whittaker’s final episode, which also happens to be the feature-length Centenary Special, on Sunday. You can watch the teaser above.
“This is the day you die,” Sacha Dhawan’s Master tells Whittaker’s Doctor. While the clip gives away few details about the actual plot of the final episode, Master appears to be just one of several villains that the Doctor will face.
Daleks and even Cybermen are also on hand in the clip. Perhaps the biggest surprise is that two classic companions are back to help the Doctor face off against her foes.
Tegan (Janet Fielding) and Ace (Sophie Aldred...
- 4/18/2022
- by Katie Campione
- The Wrap
So “Legend of the Sea Devils” was a serviceable, fairly by-the-numbers, classic-monster-meets-celebrity historical story that didn’t hit any truly spectacular highs or lows, but which will surely be hotly debated in the comments anyway.
The biggest reveal of the episode was in the 30-second clip before the end credits. Yes, the next episode will show us the Thirteenth Doctor regenerate into the Fourteenth, we know. And in this story she’ll be facing the Master, the Daleks, and the Cybermen which, of course she is. Who doesn’t want to bring all the big stops out for the final bash?
We expected all of these reveals…except the one that truly blew us away: the Thirteenth Doctor’s final story will feature the return of Classic Who companions Ace and Tegan Jovanka, once again played by Sophie Aldred and Janet Fielding, respectively. It is the biggest special guest appearance...
The biggest reveal of the episode was in the 30-second clip before the end credits. Yes, the next episode will show us the Thirteenth Doctor regenerate into the Fourteenth, we know. And in this story she’ll be facing the Master, the Daleks, and the Cybermen which, of course she is. Who doesn’t want to bring all the big stops out for the final bash?
We expected all of these reveals…except the one that truly blew us away: the Thirteenth Doctor’s final story will feature the return of Classic Who companions Ace and Tegan Jovanka, once again played by Sophie Aldred and Janet Fielding, respectively. It is the biggest special guest appearance...
- 4/18/2022
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
Jodie Whittaker's turn as the Thirteenth Doctor will conclude in epic fashion.
BBC America shared a trailer for the forthcoming final episode featuring Whittaker, and it also teases some big returns.
The clip teases the characters going to war with the Daleks, Cybermen, and the Master.
We also get confirmation that Janet Fielding and Sophie Aldred, who appeared on the series back in the '80s, will both be back for the milestone episode.
Whittaker confirmed last summer that her run as the Doctor would conclude.
“My heart is so full of love for this show, for the team who make it, for the fans who watch it and for what it has brought to my life,” Whittaker said in a statement at the time.
“I cannot thank Chris enough for entrusting me with his incredible stories."
"We knew that we wanted to ride this wave side by side,...
BBC America shared a trailer for the forthcoming final episode featuring Whittaker, and it also teases some big returns.
The clip teases the characters going to war with the Daleks, Cybermen, and the Master.
We also get confirmation that Janet Fielding and Sophie Aldred, who appeared on the series back in the '80s, will both be back for the milestone episode.
Whittaker confirmed last summer that her run as the Doctor would conclude.
“My heart is so full of love for this show, for the team who make it, for the fans who watch it and for what it has brought to my life,” Whittaker said in a statement at the time.
“I cannot thank Chris enough for entrusting me with his incredible stories."
"We knew that we wanted to ride this wave side by side,...
- 4/18/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Two iconic Doctor Who companions will return to bid farewell to Jodie Whittaker‘s 13th Doctor, who will depart the Tardis later this year. As revealed in a trailer (watch below) that followed the show’s Easter special, former companions Tegan Jovanka (Janet Fielding) and Ace (Sophie Aldred) are set to feature in Whittaker’s final episode. The clip also teased the return of the Doctor’s long-time nemesis, The Master (Sacha Dhawan), and her most fearsome foes, the Daleks and the Cybermen. Fielding played Tegan on the hit sci-fi series between 1981 and 1984; she was the companion to Tom Baker and Peter Davison’s Doctors. An Australian airline stewardess, Tegan was known for being stubborn, loud, and direct, with a no-nonsense attitude and not afraid to speak her mind. This will mark her first appearance on the show in almost 40 years. “In some ways, it was a very different experience...
- 4/18/2022
- TV Insider
When the 13th Doctor, Jodie Whittaker, departs the Tardis later this year, she will be joined for a final adventure by some familiar faces from the long-running series.
Two former Doctor’s companions will be appearing, Tegan Jovanka and Ace, played by Janet Fielding and Sophie Aldred respectively.
Fielding appeared on the BBC show between 1981 and 1984. She says of her return, “In some ways it was a very different experience to what it was like when I finished recording in 1983, but in many ways it was very similar. It was so lovely to be a working member of the Doctor Who family again.”
Sophie Aldred starred in the sci-fi drama from 1987 to 1989 and says, “It’s been quite a challenge to have such a big secret to keep, even from my family, and I couldn’t be more thrilled and excited to have been asked back. I hope everyone enjoys...
Two former Doctor’s companions will be appearing, Tegan Jovanka and Ace, played by Janet Fielding and Sophie Aldred respectively.
Fielding appeared on the BBC show between 1981 and 1984. She says of her return, “In some ways it was a very different experience to what it was like when I finished recording in 1983, but in many ways it was very similar. It was so lovely to be a working member of the Doctor Who family again.”
Sophie Aldred starred in the sci-fi drama from 1987 to 1989 and says, “It’s been quite a challenge to have such a big secret to keep, even from my family, and I couldn’t be more thrilled and excited to have been asked back. I hope everyone enjoys...
- 4/18/2022
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
Doctor Who fans were gifted with something very special today as the BBC released a new short which acts as an epilogue to beloved spinoff show The Sarah Jane Adventures. The series came to a premature end after five seasons back in 2011, following leading lady Elisabeth Sladen tragically passing away. Nine years later, creator Russell T. Davies has managed to regroup many of the cast – remotely, of course – for a poignant tale that wraps up the Sja team’s adventures.
In doing so, it reveals where Sarah Jane’s young friends Rani Chandra (Anjli Mohindra), Clyde Langer (Daniel Anthony) and her son Luke Smith (Thomas Knight) are now, with them all going on to successful careers. Once an aspiring journalist, we learn Rani is about to publish an expose that will topple the British government. Meanwhile, Clyde – who dreamt of working in comics in the show – is said to be...
In doing so, it reveals where Sarah Jane’s young friends Rani Chandra (Anjli Mohindra), Clyde Langer (Daniel Anthony) and her son Luke Smith (Thomas Knight) are now, with them all going on to successful careers. Once an aspiring journalist, we learn Rani is about to publish an expose that will topple the British government. Meanwhile, Clyde – who dreamt of working in comics in the show – is said to be...
- 4/19/2020
- by Christian Bone
- We Got This Covered
It has been nine years since Elisabeth Sladen, known to millions of “Doctor Who” fans as Sarah Jane Smith, passed away. Now, Whovians finally have a chance to say goodbye as former “Who” showrunner Russell T. Davies released a 15-minute audio epilogue for “The Sarah Jane Adventures,” the spinoff series that featured the beloved Tardis companion.
Narrated by Jacob Dudman, who has played the Doctor in several audio dramas, the epilogue reveals that Sarah Jane had died alongside Sladen. All of her friends from Bannerman Road are there at her funeral, including Clyde Langer, Rani Chandra, and her adopted son Luke. Her funeral is also attended by two fellow companions of the Doctor, Jo Grant and Ace, played once again by Katy Manning and Sophie Aldred.
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Tommy, Clyde and Rani were all allies...
Narrated by Jacob Dudman, who has played the Doctor in several audio dramas, the epilogue reveals that Sarah Jane had died alongside Sladen. All of her friends from Bannerman Road are there at her funeral, including Clyde Langer, Rani Chandra, and her adopted son Luke. Her funeral is also attended by two fellow companions of the Doctor, Jo Grant and Ace, played once again by Katy Manning and Sophie Aldred.
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Tommy, Clyde and Rani were all allies...
- 4/19/2020
- by Jeremy Fuster
- The Wrap
To keep Whovians entertained while we’re stuck indoors during this period of quarantine, Doctor Who creatives past and present have been sharing new content online, with many of them featuring the return of fan favorite stars. The best of the lot, though, has to be this new video – released today – which finally wraps up beloved spinoff show The Sarah Jane Adventures in the most emotional, satisfying way.
First of all, in case you aren’t aware, Sja followed classic companion Sarah Jane Smith’s adventures after her life with the Doctor. It had a successful five season run from 2007 to 2011, and was only brought to a premature end when leading lady Elisabeth Sladen passed away. The series never got a proper conclusion, then, but creator Russell T. Davies has now brought together various familiar faces to give it a finale at long last.
The 13-minute video, titled “Farewell, Sarah Jane,...
First of all, in case you aren’t aware, Sja followed classic companion Sarah Jane Smith’s adventures after her life with the Doctor. It had a successful five season run from 2007 to 2011, and was only brought to a premature end when leading lady Elisabeth Sladen passed away. The series never got a proper conclusion, then, but creator Russell T. Davies has now brought together various familiar faces to give it a finale at long last.
The 13-minute video, titled “Farewell, Sarah Jane,...
- 4/19/2020
- by Christian Bone
- We Got This Covered
Despite recurring criticism for some areas of the Doctor Who fandom, current showrunner Chris Chibnall looks set to continue for at least another season, due to be released in 2021. One of the most striking features of season 12 of the show has been Chibnall turning away from the more standalone approach of season 11, and embracing characters from the history of the series. And now, he’s revealed which existing characters from Doctor Who canon he’d like to bring back to play along Jodie Whittaker.
Speaking as part of an interview with BBC America, Chibnall gave his choices for which much-loved characters would work well in contemporary Who, saying:
“I would really love to bring back Sarah Jane. People working on the show now worked with Lis Sladen, and everybody still remembers her so fondly and talks about her a lot. I would love to see her with the Thirteenth Doctor.
Speaking as part of an interview with BBC America, Chibnall gave his choices for which much-loved characters would work well in contemporary Who, saying:
“I would really love to bring back Sarah Jane. People working on the show now worked with Lis Sladen, and everybody still remembers her so fondly and talks about her a lot. I would love to see her with the Thirteenth Doctor.
- 2/23/2020
- by Jessica James
- We Got This Covered
Andrew Blair Nov 13, 2019
Andrew argues that one of the most influential episodes of Classic Who can act as a litmus test for the show's fandom...
This Doctor Who article originally appeared on Den of Geek UK.
Doctor Who contradicts itself. It contains multitudes. Thus, not everyone likes it for the same reasons, and one of the best examples of this is "The Moonbase." Broadcast in February - March 1967, this is the fourth story to feature Patrick Troughton in the lead role and the second ever Cyberman story (broadcast only four months after their debut). Two episodes of it exist in the BBC archives with the missing episodes animated for DVD release.
There are plenty of reasons to enjoy "The Moonbase." There are a few reasons to roll your eyes at it too. This article will look at the different aspects of the story and how fans respond to them.
The...
Andrew argues that one of the most influential episodes of Classic Who can act as a litmus test for the show's fandom...
This Doctor Who article originally appeared on Den of Geek UK.
Doctor Who contradicts itself. It contains multitudes. Thus, not everyone likes it for the same reasons, and one of the best examples of this is "The Moonbase." Broadcast in February - March 1967, this is the fourth story to feature Patrick Troughton in the lead role and the second ever Cyberman story (broadcast only four months after their debut). Two episodes of it exist in the BBC archives with the missing episodes animated for DVD release.
There are plenty of reasons to enjoy "The Moonbase." There are a few reasons to roll your eyes at it too. This article will look at the different aspects of the story and how fans respond to them.
The...
- 11/13/2019
- Den of Geek
Kayti Burt Nov 1, 2019
The book, titled At Childhood's End, will see Ace meeting the Thirteenth Doctor.
One of the most delightful aspects of having such long, rich Doctor Who canon is getting to see characters from different eras interact.
Getting to see Classic Who Companion Ace meet up with not only the Thirteenth Doctor (Jodie Whittaker), but also Ryan, Graham and Yaz, is something I never dared dream to happen this soon, but that's exactly what is happening in an upcoming Doctor Who book, penned by Ace herself: actress Sophie Aldred.
Check out the adorable announcement video Aldred made to announce At Childhood's End, a new Doctor Who book...
Here is the wonderful @sophie_aldred with some #DoctorWho news for you - https://t.co/WTwXBtpF6R pic.twitter.com/GlJOY2OSr6
— Doctor Who BBC Books (@DWBBCBooks) November 1, 2019
The book will be out on February 6th in the U.K.
The book, titled At Childhood's End, will see Ace meeting the Thirteenth Doctor.
One of the most delightful aspects of having such long, rich Doctor Who canon is getting to see characters from different eras interact.
Getting to see Classic Who Companion Ace meet up with not only the Thirteenth Doctor (Jodie Whittaker), but also Ryan, Graham and Yaz, is something I never dared dream to happen this soon, but that's exactly what is happening in an upcoming Doctor Who book, penned by Ace herself: actress Sophie Aldred.
Check out the adorable announcement video Aldred made to announce At Childhood's End, a new Doctor Who book...
Here is the wonderful @sophie_aldred with some #DoctorWho news for you - https://t.co/WTwXBtpF6R pic.twitter.com/GlJOY2OSr6
— Doctor Who BBC Books (@DWBBCBooks) November 1, 2019
The book will be out on February 6th in the U.K.
- 11/1/2019
- Den of Geek
Kayti Burt Oct 25, 2019
The only thing better than listening to a Doctor Who podcast? Listening to a Who podcast while helping to make the world a better place.
Over 50 Doctor Who podcasters, writers, and artists—as well as Classic Who star Sophie Aldred (aka Ace)—are coming together to record commentaries for Season 26, the final season of Classic Who, on the 30th anniversary of its original broadcast. The more urgent occasion? To raise money for a cause The Doctor supports wholeheartedly: increasing access to education around the world.
The campaign is called #WhoForSchools, and those who contribute at least $10 to one of the suggested organizations committed to expanding educational access and supporting the work of teachers will gain access to the exclusive podcast commentaries, which won't be available anywhere else. The campaign will also feature giveaways of Doctor Who-related books, comics, and other Who surprises.
(If you were wondering,...
The only thing better than listening to a Doctor Who podcast? Listening to a Who podcast while helping to make the world a better place.
Over 50 Doctor Who podcasters, writers, and artists—as well as Classic Who star Sophie Aldred (aka Ace)—are coming together to record commentaries for Season 26, the final season of Classic Who, on the 30th anniversary of its original broadcast. The more urgent occasion? To raise money for a cause The Doctor supports wholeheartedly: increasing access to education around the world.
The campaign is called #WhoForSchools, and those who contribute at least $10 to one of the suggested organizations committed to expanding educational access and supporting the work of teachers will gain access to the exclusive podcast commentaries, which won't be available anywhere else. The campaign will also feature giveaways of Doctor Who-related books, comics, and other Who surprises.
(If you were wondering,...
- 10/25/2019
- Den of Geek
If you’re a Doctor Who fan, you probably know of the work of Big Finish Productions, the audio company with the license to create brand new stories starring the ever-changing cast of the TV show. Virtually every living Doctor and a whole host of companions, allies and supporting characters appear in Big Finish’s audio dramas, which will have been going for an impressive 20 years in 2019.
To celebrate this milestone, the company’s releasing its biggest boxset yet. Titled The Legacy of Time, the six-part collection unites at least five Doctors and a galaxy of stars from the show, both contemporary and classic. The cast, which is full of Doctor Who royalty, includes Tom Baker, Peter Davison, Colin Baker, Sylvester McCoy, Paul McGann, Alex Kingston, Sophie Aldred, Katy Manning, Jemma Redgrave and Ingrid Oliver. And there’s still plenty more where that came from.
The stories involve lots of time-travel hijinks,...
To celebrate this milestone, the company’s releasing its biggest boxset yet. Titled The Legacy of Time, the six-part collection unites at least five Doctors and a galaxy of stars from the show, both contemporary and classic. The cast, which is full of Doctor Who royalty, includes Tom Baker, Peter Davison, Colin Baker, Sylvester McCoy, Paul McGann, Alex Kingston, Sophie Aldred, Katy Manning, Jemma Redgrave and Ingrid Oliver. And there’s still plenty more where that came from.
The stories involve lots of time-travel hijinks,...
- 8/22/2018
- by Christian Bone
- We Got This Covered
Doctor Who might be a cultural phenomenon that’s lasted 55 years and counting, but its spinoffs have been a mixed bag in terms of success. Torchwood is a cult favorite to this day, but it only managed four seasons before slipping off the air. The Sarah Jane Adventures, meanwhile, was a family-friendly hit for five years until star Elisabeth Sladen sadly passed away. Lastly, Class arrived to little fanfare in 2016 and quickly disappeared after one season.
Thanks to the good people at Big Finish Productions, though, it’s now getting a new lease on life in the audio medium. Following on from its revival of Torchwood, and all-new adventures for David Tennant’s Doctor, the company’s resurrecting the teen-oriented spinoff for at least two boxsets of three brand new stories, with the original cast of the show returning to reprise their roles.
In case you missed the series’ initial 8-episode run,...
Thanks to the good people at Big Finish Productions, though, it’s now getting a new lease on life in the audio medium. Following on from its revival of Torchwood, and all-new adventures for David Tennant’s Doctor, the company’s resurrecting the teen-oriented spinoff for at least two boxsets of three brand new stories, with the original cast of the show returning to reprise their roles.
In case you missed the series’ initial 8-episode run,...
- 5/31/2018
- by Christian Bone
- We Got This Covered
This June, BBC Worldwide Americas and Titan Comics are set to bring us a brand new adventure of the Seventh Doctor! This new three-part comic series stars the Seventh Doctor, as played by Sylvester McCoy, alongside classic [and the best] companion Ace (Sophie Aldred).
Hitting stores and digital platforms in June 2018 with a double-sized first issue, Doctor Who: The Seventh Doctor #1, is written by Seventh Doctor script editor and showrunner Andrew Cartmel, and writer Ben Aaronovitch (Rivers of London); they are joined by illustrator Christopher Jones (The Third Doctor) and colorist Marco Lesko (Robotech, The Ninth Doctor).
In Titan Comics’ new mini-series, an unknown alien intelligence in orbit around the Earth. Astronauts under attack. A terrifying, mysterious landing in the Australian interior. The future of the world itself at stake. Counter Measures activated. The Seventh Doctor and Ace are slap bang in the middle of it all! This is Operation Volcano!
Actor Sylvester...
Hitting stores and digital platforms in June 2018 with a double-sized first issue, Doctor Who: The Seventh Doctor #1, is written by Seventh Doctor script editor and showrunner Andrew Cartmel, and writer Ben Aaronovitch (Rivers of London); they are joined by illustrator Christopher Jones (The Third Doctor) and colorist Marco Lesko (Robotech, The Ninth Doctor).
In Titan Comics’ new mini-series, an unknown alien intelligence in orbit around the Earth. Astronauts under attack. A terrifying, mysterious landing in the Australian interior. The future of the world itself at stake. Counter Measures activated. The Seventh Doctor and Ace are slap bang in the middle of it all! This is Operation Volcano!
Actor Sylvester...
- 2/19/2018
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
It’s almost that time of year when hordes of TV fans storm San Diego to get a sneak peek at their favorite returning shows and a glimpse of the upcoming season’s best new offerings at Comic-Con 2017. Below, we’ve compiled the dates, times and locations of all the major TV-related events.
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- 6/27/2017
- by Vlada Gelman
- TVLine.com
Simon Brew May 6, 2017
Lots of spoilers, as we dissect the latest episode of Doctor Who series 10, Knock Knock...
This review contains spoilers. Our spoiler-free review is here.
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10.4 Knock Knock
“Do you like Little Mix?”
There’s a bit towards the end of the Sylvester McCoy Doctor Who story, The Curse Of Fenric, that always moves me. I don’t want to spoil the exact nature of it, not least because it’s a moment that hits you all the harder if you don’t see it coming. Just that it involves Ace, played by Sophie Aldred, and it really adds something special and incredibly human to the story.
I bring it up because I love the last third of Knock Knock,...
Lots of spoilers, as we dissect the latest episode of Doctor Who series 10, Knock Knock...
This review contains spoilers. Our spoiler-free review is here.
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10.4 Knock Knock
“Do you like Little Mix?”
There’s a bit towards the end of the Sylvester McCoy Doctor Who story, The Curse Of Fenric, that always moves me. I don’t want to spoil the exact nature of it, not least because it’s a moment that hits you all the harder if you don’t see it coming. Just that it involves Ace, played by Sophie Aldred, and it really adds something special and incredibly human to the story.
I bring it up because I love the last third of Knock Knock,...
- 5/6/2017
- Den of Geek
Mark Harrison May 10, 2017
Over Doctor Who's long history, what prompted the decision to leave for those in the lead role?
All sorts of things have killed off the Doctor. In the last half century, Doctor Who's unique approach to recasting the lead character has seen him fettled by old age, as punishment, by radiation poisoning, falls big and small, dodgy operations and time itself. There are plenty of in-universe reasons for why the Doctor regenerates, and the outgoing Time Lord Peter Capaldi promises that his upcoming demise will be suitably timey-wimey, but what of the behind-the-scenes reasons that the Doctor has to go?
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“While you're enjoying it,...
Over Doctor Who's long history, what prompted the decision to leave for those in the lead role?
All sorts of things have killed off the Doctor. In the last half century, Doctor Who's unique approach to recasting the lead character has seen him fettled by old age, as punishment, by radiation poisoning, falls big and small, dodgy operations and time itself. There are plenty of in-universe reasons for why the Doctor regenerates, and the outgoing Time Lord Peter Capaldi promises that his upcoming demise will be suitably timey-wimey, but what of the behind-the-scenes reasons that the Doctor has to go?
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“While you're enjoying it,...
- 5/3/2017
- Den of Geek
Pete Dillon-Trenchard Apr 29, 2017
Spoilers! We dig into Doctor Who series 10's Thin Ice, to see what else we can find...
This article contains spoilers. Lots of them.
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The Doctor and Bill have saved the day again and something’s knocking in the vault - but it’s only knocking three times, so it doesn’t constitute a reference. Instead, here’s our weekly list of references, callbacks, tenuous spots and generally interesting waffle from this week’s episode. You’ll have to forgive me if I’ve missed anything - I’m at my sister’s wedding as this episode goes out, and they’ve refused to turn the music off for an hour so we can watch it.
Spoilers! We dig into Doctor Who series 10's Thin Ice, to see what else we can find...
This article contains spoilers. Lots of them.
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The Doctor and Bill have saved the day again and something’s knocking in the vault - but it’s only knocking three times, so it doesn’t constitute a reference. Instead, here’s our weekly list of references, callbacks, tenuous spots and generally interesting waffle from this week’s episode. You’ll have to forgive me if I’ve missed anything - I’m at my sister’s wedding as this episode goes out, and they’ve refused to turn the music off for an hour so we can watch it.
- 4/28/2017
- Den of Geek
Author: Reuben Roper
As the first episode of the tenth series of Doctor Who hits our screens, we sent our Doctor Who expert Reuben Roper to the first official press screening in Soho, London. Obviously, we will be issuing a Massive Spoiler Warning for this review as it contains a fair few spoilers for the upcoming episode and series.
The episode started in The Doctor’s study in Cardiff University. Many ‘kisses to the past’ were featured in this scene: a mug full of The Doctor’s previous models of sonic screwdrivers, and framed pictures of River Song and Susan Foreman (The Doctor’s Granddaughter). There was also a sign hung on The Tardis saying ‘out of order’, which could be a reference to the scene in the William Hartnell story The War Machines. We were off to a great start.
We were also introduced to Bill, the Doctor’s...
As the first episode of the tenth series of Doctor Who hits our screens, we sent our Doctor Who expert Reuben Roper to the first official press screening in Soho, London. Obviously, we will be issuing a Massive Spoiler Warning for this review as it contains a fair few spoilers for the upcoming episode and series.
The episode started in The Doctor’s study in Cardiff University. Many ‘kisses to the past’ were featured in this scene: a mug full of The Doctor’s previous models of sonic screwdrivers, and framed pictures of River Song and Susan Foreman (The Doctor’s Granddaughter). There was also a sign hung on The Tardis saying ‘out of order’, which could be a reference to the scene in the William Hartnell story The War Machines. We were off to a great start.
We were also introduced to Bill, the Doctor’s...
- 4/18/2017
- by Reuben Roper
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Alex Westthorp Oct 3, 2016
It's 40 years since Multi-Coloured Swap Shop made its television debut and kick-started the Saturday morning kids' TV slot...
Imagine the excitement - it's just before 9.30am on Saturday 2nd October 1976. It's almost like Christmas has come early, such is the anticipation. The nation's kids, who hitherto got their kicks at the Saturday morning pictures, settle in front of their television screens and press the button marked 'BBC1'. Those who read their parents' Radio Times know a new show is about to start with Radio 1 Breakfast Show DJ Noel Edmonds at the helm. 28 year old Noel is cool and down with the kids. Tom Baker and Elisabeth Sladen - the Doctor and Sarah Jane from Doctor Who - are to be the first star guests, and you can actually speak to them live by telephone! The TV set warms up and the familiar blue and yellow BBC...
It's 40 years since Multi-Coloured Swap Shop made its television debut and kick-started the Saturday morning kids' TV slot...
Imagine the excitement - it's just before 9.30am on Saturday 2nd October 1976. It's almost like Christmas has come early, such is the anticipation. The nation's kids, who hitherto got their kicks at the Saturday morning pictures, settle in front of their television screens and press the button marked 'BBC1'. Those who read their parents' Radio Times know a new show is about to start with Radio 1 Breakfast Show DJ Noel Edmonds at the helm. 28 year old Noel is cool and down with the kids. Tom Baker and Elisabeth Sladen - the Doctor and Sarah Jane from Doctor Who - are to be the first star guests, and you can actually speak to them live by telephone! The TV set warms up and the familiar blue and yellow BBC...
- 9/28/2016
- Den of Geek
Andrew Reynolds is a writer at Kasterborous Doctor Who News and Reviews - All the latest Doctor Who news and reviews with our weekly podKast, features and interviews, and a long-running forum.
Sayle-ing into space, comedian, author and questionable landlord Alexei Sayle will star in a brand new episode of Strangeness in Space, the free fan funded sci-fi comedy audio adventure, starring Ace herself, Sophie Aldred and Saturday Morning TV legends Trev and Simon, which will be released on Saturday 13th February at 9.30am. In the episode,...
The post Coming Soon – Strangeness in Space Episode Three appeared first on Kasterborous Doctor Who News and Reviews.
Sayle-ing into space, comedian, author and questionable landlord Alexei Sayle will star in a brand new episode of Strangeness in Space, the free fan funded sci-fi comedy audio adventure, starring Ace herself, Sophie Aldred and Saturday Morning TV legends Trev and Simon, which will be released on Saturday 13th February at 9.30am. In the episode,...
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- 2/10/2016
- by Andrew Reynolds
- Kasterborous.com
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Heading back to the planet mirth, work is now underway on the third episode of Strangeness in Space – the free to download online audio comedy which unites former Doctor Who companion Sophie Aldred with Saturday morning comedy legends Trevor Neal and Simon Hickson – and once again, joining them on the next leg of...
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Heading back to the planet mirth, work is now underway on the third episode of Strangeness in Space – the free to download online audio comedy which unites former Doctor Who companion Sophie Aldred with Saturday morning comedy legends Trevor Neal and Simon Hickson – and once again, joining them on the next leg of...
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- 12/15/2015
- by Andrew Reynolds
- Kasterborous.com
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Searching for a Christmas gift for a Seventh Doctor fan? I think we have something perfect… A new novel adaptation by Big Finish has just been released, Theatre of War, starring Sylvester McCoy as the Doctor, Sophie Aldred as Ace, and Lisa Bowerman as Bernice Summerfield. Based on the original 1994 book of the same name...
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Searching for a Christmas gift for a Seventh Doctor fan? I think we have something perfect… A new novel adaptation by Big Finish has just been released, Theatre of War, starring Sylvester McCoy as the Doctor, Sophie Aldred as Ace, and Lisa Bowerman as Bernice Summerfield. Based on the original 1994 book of the same name...
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- 12/10/2015
- by Philip Bates
- Kasterborous.com
Doctor Who warps back on to our screens in two short days, with the premiere of a new 12-part series of sci-fi, sonic screwdrivers and Capaldi attack eyebrows.
But while the BBC has broadcast more than 800 episodes of generation-defining time travels, there's been as many cracking scripts that never made it to our TVs – from key character deaths to Jk Rowling cameos.
1. Jk Rowling vs. wizards
Russell T Davies' first idea for the 2008 Christmas special was to have the Doctor meet Jk Rowling - playing herself - with the pair battling wizards and witches.
David Tennant wasn't fond of the idea - he felt it sounded like a spoof - so Davies quashed the story to placate his leading man. In its place, we got 'The Next Doctor', which was pretty magical in its own right - so no damage, no foul.
2. Stephen Fry's 1920s adventure
Doctor Who...
But while the BBC has broadcast more than 800 episodes of generation-defining time travels, there's been as many cracking scripts that never made it to our TVs – from key character deaths to Jk Rowling cameos.
1. Jk Rowling vs. wizards
Russell T Davies' first idea for the 2008 Christmas special was to have the Doctor meet Jk Rowling - playing herself - with the pair battling wizards and witches.
David Tennant wasn't fond of the idea - he felt it sounded like a spoof - so Davies quashed the story to placate his leading man. In its place, we got 'The Next Doctor', which was pretty magical in its own right - so no damage, no foul.
2. Stephen Fry's 1920s adventure
Doctor Who...
- 9/16/2015
- Digital Spy
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News, news, news! Gather round young and old. Hear ye, hear ye. Christopher Eccleston, Christmas special and Welsh Bafta stories appear in our latest news blast! Christopher Eccleston Never Watched Doctor Who Surprise, surprise. Now, I was a Doctor Who fan before the New Series reared its big flashy head and expected to take to...
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News, news, news! Gather round young and old. Hear ye, hear ye. Christopher Eccleston, Christmas special and Welsh Bafta stories appear in our latest news blast! Christopher Eccleston Never Watched Doctor Who Surprise, surprise. Now, I was a Doctor Who fan before the New Series reared its big flashy head and expected to take to...
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- 9/6/2015
- by Billy Garratt-John
- Kasterborous.com
Philip Bates is a writer at Kasterborous Doctor Who News and Reviews - All the latest Doctor Who news and reviews with our weekly podKast, features and interviews, and a long-running forum.
The latest release in Big Finish’s long-running Short Trips range has just been released and sees the Seventh Doctor and Ace in the middle of the Second World War. Dark Convoy is written by Mark B. Oliver and narrated by Sophie Aldred (Ace), and this is what it’s all about: Materialising aboard the corvette Hms Thunder during...
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The latest release in Big Finish’s long-running Short Trips range has just been released and sees the Seventh Doctor and Ace in the middle of the Second World War. Dark Convoy is written by Mark B. Oliver and narrated by Sophie Aldred (Ace), and this is what it’s all about: Materialising aboard the corvette Hms Thunder during...
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- 7/24/2015
- by Philip Bates
- Kasterborous.com
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