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Month: February 2018

William Hartnell’s script for Doctor Who’s first ever episode is now up for auction

William Hartnell’s script for Doctor Who’s first ever episode is now up for auction

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A rare piece of Doctor Who history is now up for auction. William Hartnell’s (aka The First Doctor) personal script for the first ever episode of the iconic show is up for bids, estimated at between £5,000 and £8,000, according to Antiques Trade Gazette. Doctor Who and the Tribe of Gum (the working title for the show’s first episode) was written by Anthony Coburn, and was previously featured on Antiques Roadshow. Interestingly, Hartnell’s 1963 script features the blue markings of annotations, and was discovered by…

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Former Doctor Who star Peter Miles dies, aged 89

Former Doctor Who star Peter Miles dies, aged 89

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Former Doctor Who star Peter Miles has died at age 89. The wider-reaching Doctor Who community of former cast members and super-fans have been sharing remembrances of the late English actor since the sad announcement of his passing was made on Twitter on Tuesday (February 27). It is with great sadness that I have to inform you Peter passed away peaceful at home, last week at the age of 89. He didn’t suffer & was full of his usual love of life last time…

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BRIGADIER BAMBERA FROM DOCTOR WHO INTERVIEWED FOR MYTH MAKERS!

BRIGADIER BAMBERA FROM DOCTOR WHO INTERVIEWED FOR MYTH MAKERS!

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Reeltime Pictures spent a marvellous day at Rutland Water on Sunday with Ollie Hardaker (Production Assistant), Denise Yarde (Sound), Sophie Henderson (Aldred) – with her husband Vince Henderson – and, of course, the utterly wonderful Angela Bruce! Brigadier Bambera was on top form as we travelled around hotels and locations used in the Doctor Who story Battlefield.

NEW DOCTOR WHO ‘TARGET’ STYLE NOVELISATIONS ON THE WAY

NEW DOCTOR WHO ‘TARGET’ STYLE NOVELISATIONS ON THE WAY

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April sees a whole new range of novelisations of Doctor Who television episodes in the style of the classic ‘Target’ book range. The five new releases see the debut Doctor Who novelisations from former Doctor Who showrunners Russell T Davies and Steven Moffat. The books are also the first novelisations of the show’s post-2005 era. During the ‘classic’ era of Doctor Who, Target novelisations of episodes were regularly released with almost every story being adapted. For three decades this series…

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All 53 episodes of Doctor Who spin-off The Sarah Jane Adventures are now free to watch on BBC iPlayer

All 53 episodes of Doctor Who spin-off The Sarah Jane Adventures are now free to watch on BBC iPlayer

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While we’re counting down the days until Jodie Whittaker’s tenure as the Doctor gets going later this year, the BBC has given Doctor Who fans a little something to occupy their time. Or 53 somethings rather, as every single episode of Doctor Who spin-off The Sarah Jane Adventures is now available to watch – for free – on BBC iPlayer. The series follows the adventures of investigative journalist Sarah Jane Smith, the Doctor’s former companion who appeared in Doctor Who between 1973 and 1976 alongside Jon Pertwee’s Third Doctor and Tom…

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DOWNLOAD EXTRACT FROM NEW DOCTOR WHO STORY COLLECTION, THE MISSY CHRONICLES

DOWNLOAD EXTRACT FROM NEW DOCTOR WHO STORY COLLECTION, THE MISSY CHRONICLES

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Out today is a collection of all-new stories featuring the Doctor’s favourite frenemy, Missy. And we have an extract for you to download below. Played by Michelle Gomez on television, The Missy Chronicles features tales from the first ever female incarnation of the Master. Authors include: Cavan Scott, Jacqueline Rayner, Paul Magrs, James Goss, Peter Anghelides and Richard Dinnick. THE MISSY CHRONICLES “I’ve had adventures too. My whole life doesn’t revolve around you, you know.” When she’s not busy amassing armies of Cybermen, or manipulating the Doctor and his companions, Missy…

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The Doctor Who Experience: more details on why it closed

The Doctor Who Experience: more details on why it closed

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Last September, the terrific The Doctor Who Experience exhibit in Cardiff closed down, some five years after it opened. A few more details have now come to light about the deal that saw it arrive in Cardiff in the first place, and a clue as to why it closed down. Basically: money. The story at the time of its closure was that its lease was up, and the decision was made not to renew it. It turns out now, though,…

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Doctor Who series 11 will start later than thought

Doctor Who series 11 will start later than thought

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The BBC Worldwide conference is currently taking place in Liverpool, and it’s where the corporation showcases its shows that are coming up. As you might expect, Doctor Who was represented, and both the new showrunner – Chris Chibnall – and the new Doctor – Jodie Whittaker – were in attendance. The pair took part in a discussion, and if you look closely at the backdrop, you’ll see a piece of new information… https://twitter.com/GirlyLetters/status/965976300535021568 Yep, it looks like Doctor Who won’t be returning to our…

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NEW DOCTOR, NEW SERIES, NEW LOGO

NEW DOCTOR, NEW SERIES, NEW LOGO

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Thirteenth Doctor Jodie Whittaker today teased the new series of Doctor Who by unveiling a new logo and insignia for the brand to over 700 of the world’s top TV buyers and international press at BBC Worldwide’s annual showcase event in Liverpool. In an evening devoted to the new incarnation of Doctor Who, Whittaker built excitement in anticipation of the new era of The Doctor, leaving global broadcasters in no doubt as to the sense of wonder, joy and mystery…

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Composer Murray Gold confirms his depature

Composer Murray Gold confirms his depature

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Composer Murray Gold has officially confirmed that he’s left Doctor Who… It’s official: as we reported back in November, composer Murray Gold has now confirmed that he has indeed left Doctor Who.  He made the announcement at the Gallifrey One convention in the US over the weekend. Last year’s Christmas special, Twice Upon A Time, was indeed his last work on the show. November 18th 2017 As part of the shake-up behind the scenes of Doctor Who, we understand from multiple sources that composer Murray…

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