Jinkx Monsoon has landed and started filming for Doctor Who and here is the first look image of her in character… as the Doctor’s most powerful enemy yet!
Jinkx has cultivated an international fanbase after winning two seasons of RuPaul’s Drag Race including an All Stars season where she was crowned Queen of Queens, competing against other winners of the show.
Jinkx joins Doctor Who after completing her sell out run on Broadway, where she made her highly-anticipated debut as Matron ‘Mama’ Morton in Broadway’s longest-running show, Chicago. Her run on Broadway was a historic moment for the LGBTQIA+ community, as she became the first drag queen to play the role of Mama Morton, breaking box office records in her extended 8-week run.
Doctor Who returns in November 2023 with three special episodes with David Tennant as the Fourteenth Doctor to coincide with the 60th anniversary. Ncuti Gatwa’s first episode as the Fifteenth Doctor will then air over the festive period.
Doctor Who will premiere exclusively on the BBC for the UK and Ireland. Disney+ will be the exclusive home for new seasons of Doctor Who outside of the UK and Ireland.
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New audio adventures for the Fifth Doctor, Rani and Clyde and more!
April sees the release of a range of brand-new audio adventures from Big Finish. Here’s a roundup of what’s available to buy on CD and download this month…
A new adventure for the Doctor, Nyssa and Tegan
In the far future and the recent past, the Fifth Doctor, Nyssa and Tegan discover that humans can be monsters too.
This release comes with a bonus audiobook: GOBBLEDEGOOK by Frazer Lee, performed by Dan Starkey.
Life on Bannerman Road was always an adventure for Rani Chandra and her friends. A childhood of mystery and wonder, of meeting aliens, time travellers, lost princes, intergalactic robots and so much more – all alongside Sarah Jane Smith.
Sarah Jane is gone. Childhood ends. Everyone grows up eventually. But the story doesn’t stop there. When Rani and Clyde are reunited, adventure finds them once again – ready and waiting to take on the world!
During the events of Doctor Who: Ravenous 2, Liv Chenka left the Doctor and the TARDIS behind. Just for one year. A year during which she would live on Kaldor, and get to know her sister Tula all over again.
But Kaldor is going through a period of tumultuous change. Technology is changing at an advanced rate – the robots are evolving, artificial intelligence is adapting, and with these changes so the politics are altering too. Dangerously.
Can Liv and Tula make a difference during the most turbulent time in their world’s history?
All stories are initially available exclusively from the Big Finish website in April. Check back here next month for a roundup of next month’s releases!
Radio Times have just released their top 100 TV figures for 2022 and an impressive NINE of these are prominent Doctor Who members. Straight in at number 1 is Ncuti Gatwa (the new 15th Doctor) followed by Jodie Whittaker (Doctor 13) at number 21. Lenny Henry (Daniel Barton, “Spyfall”) is at 52. Another Doctor (10 and 14) David Tennant is at number 55 with The Master actor Sacha Dhawan at number 58. Doctor 11 Matt Smith is listed at number 63 with returning showrunner Russel T Davies at number 65. Yazz actor Mandip Gill comes in at number 77 with two recent showrunners Steven Moffat achieving number 81 and Chris Chibnall number 87.
Here follows the complete list…
1. Ncuti Gatwa
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“Ncuti has an incredible dynamism, he’s a striking and fearless actor whose talent and energy are boundless. From what I’ve seen so far – no spoilers – he is going to set the world alight and take Doctor Who on extraordinary adventures when he takes charge of the TARDIS.” – CHARLOTTE MOORE, CHIEF CONTENT OFFICER AT BBC TV AND RADIO
2. Alice Oseman
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“Alice is the genius creator of Netflix’s huge hit Heartstopper, which burst onto our screens last year. Alice wrote and illustrated the original webcomic, and also wrote the subsequent TV series detailing the tender, romantic coming-of-age of two teenage boys, Charlie and Nick. Alice’s writing is utterly original, big-hearted, and emotionally engrossing and it’s no wonder the series is so enormously popular with audiences around the world.” – DAME PIPPA HARRIS, FOUNDER OF NEAL STREET PRODUCTIONS
3. Huw Edwards
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“Huw Edwards faced one of the greatest challenges in television broadcasting history last September, tasked with delivering the news to the nation that Queen Elizabeth II had passed away following an unrivalled seven decades as monarch. Though he’d reportedly only learnt of the Queen’s death 10 seconds beforehand, the BBC News anchor broke the news with the same level of professionalism and decorum he’s displayed throughout his almost 40-year career. He remained a constant across the coverage that followed, including fronting the BBC’s broadcast of the Queen’s funeral, providing a much-needed sense of dependability during what was for many a time of great loss and instability.” – MORGAN JEFFERY, RADIOTIMES.COM EXECUTIVE EDITOR
4. Jennifer Coolidge
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“Like the rest of the world, I was captivated by Jennifer Coolidge in the return of The White Lotus, from her on-screen rollercoaster adventure in the show to an award-winning off-screen adventure in the form of an Emmy and a SAG. Nearly two decades on from when her comedy talents first graced our screens, it’s been amazing to see her achieve the recognition she’s always deserved, and I can’t wait for what’s to come.” – MARINA STORTI, MANAGING DIRECTOR AT NOW
5. Emma D’Arcy
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“Emma D’Arcy was a breakout star as Rhaenyra in House of the Dragon. Despite arriving halfway through the season and taking over the role, their commanding power earned them critical acclaim and a Golden Globes nomination. And then there was the negroni sbagliato!” – DAMIEN TIMMER, CHIEF CREATIVE OFFER AT MAMMOTH SCREEN
6. Claudia Winkleman
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“Claudia Winkleman is so brilliant at making the audience feel totally engaged with the shows she presents, as if she is one of them watching alongside and I’m sure her very natural performances require a huge amount of skill and ability to perform. But it’s fun to watch! Her taste is also trusted by audiences so if she is on a show, they feel they know it will be worth watching.” – NICOLA SHINDLER, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER AT QUAY STREET PRODUCTIONS
7. Adam Kay
Adam Kay Roberto Ricciuti/Getty Images
“Former doctor Adam Kay took the hilarious, heart-breaking and sometimes headache-inducing entries from his best-selling 2017 memoir This Is Going to Hurt and adapted them into one of the best comedy-dramas to come out of 2022. An increasingly chaotic and ultimately devastating dose of junior doctor life, the show is another impressive credit to add to the writer’s ever-growing TV résumé, and with multiple BAFTA nominations under his belt, let’s hope Kay is planning on penning more for the screen.” – LAUREN MORRIS, RADIOTIMES.COM ENTERTAINMENT WRITER
8. Lionesses
Lionesses at the UEFA Women’s EURO 2022. Sarah Stier – UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images
“The Lionesses provided one of the most-watched TV spectacles of the year as a peak audience of 17.6 million viewers tuned in to watch England’s Euro 2022 final victory against Germany. Top scorer Beth Mead, captain Leah Williamson and match-winner Chloe Kelly have become household names, their achievements woven into the fabric of British football history. And there’s more to come with the 2023 World Cup on the way.” – MICHAEL POTTS, RADIOTIMES.COM SPORT EDITOR
9. Yasmin Finney
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“Brand new to the scene, Yasmin has arrived into acting with the most incredible energy, passion and excitement for what is sure to be a wonderful career ahead. Heartstopper found a special place in people’s hearts last year, as did Yasmin with her gentle depiction of Elle. We are looking forward to seeing her again in season 2 as well as her other projects including the BBC/Disney’s iconic Doctor Who.” – ANNE MENSAH, VP AT NETFLIX
10. Hamza Yassin
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“Hamza Yassin captured the hearts of the nation last year when he took to the dance floor in Strictly Come Dancing. The CBeebies and wildlife presenter was crowned the winner and proved hugely popular with audiences, both young and old. He exudes warmth and passion and I’m excited about his future on the BBC.” – CHARLOTTE MOORE
11. Paapa Essiedu
Paapa Essiedu in The Capture Laurence Cendrowicz/BBC/Heyday Films/NBC Universal
“I’m thrilled that Paapa has made this list. He’s proved himself as a leading man in The Lazarus Project, showing us yet again what a compelling and dynamic actor he is. We’re excited to see him in action again, with the second series returning to screens later this year.” – ZAI BENNETT, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF CONTENT, SKY UK AND IRELAND
12. Heidi Thomas
Heidi Thomas
“Heidi Thomas is a true one off – a creative power house whose talent for creating three-dimensional, beautifully drawn characters is fully matched by her ability for writing storylines that entertain and enthral viewers in their millions. The enduring success of Call the Midwife is a testament to her extraordinary creativity and dedication to such a very special show that never shies away from challenging subject matter which makes it utterly unique.” – CHARLOTTE MOORE
“Call the Midwife has been keeping us all entertained for over a decade, a mammoth achievement which can be attributed to the memoirs of nurse and midwife Jennifer Worth, on which it’s based, its ever-evolving cast and Heidi Thomas, the brain behind the brilliant operation. The creator, writer and executive producer continues to find ways to tap into what people love so much about the BBC period drama while also carrying the narrative forwards as we head into the 1970s, which is no small feat. And on a more profound level, Thomas has continually ensured that women’s stories and voices remain at the forefront of the conversation, which might not seem as revolutionary in 2023 given the wealth of female-led projects on offer, but her work undoubtedly paved the way for countless other women who are now making their mark on the world. It’s a glittering legacy that makes Thomas one of the most influential creators working today.” – ABBY ROBINSON, RADIOTIMES.COM DRAMA EDITOR
13. Harry and Meghan
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Getty Images
“It was a big year for Harry and Meghan, as they invited viewers into their lives following their decision to step down as senior members of the royal family in 2020. Talking candidly about their new life in California, as well as sharing moments from their courtship, marriage and eventual exit from the UK, the six-part documentary gave viewers a chance to hear the couple’s side of events. And what a viewing success it was, with the documentary becoming Netflix’s biggest factual debut yet, as the first three episodes racked up 81.55m viewing hours around the world in its first week. If that wasn’t enough, the couple signed a five-year deal with the streaming giant reportedly worth $100 million – so we can expect a lot more from them in the coming years.” – GRACE HENRY, RADIOTIMES.COM ENTERTAINMENT AND FACTUAL EDITOR
14. Kit Connor
Kit Connor Netflix
“Despite having already featured in the likes of Rocketman and His Dark Materials, Kit Connor truly was launched into the international spotlight with his moving and charismatic screen presence as Nick in Netflix’s Heartstopper. Now with film castings and a devoted fan following, Kit Connor is a face we can expect to see on our screens again and again.” – LEWIS KNIGHT, RADIOTIMES.COM TRENDS EDITOR
15. Joe Locke
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“A total unknown before his breakout role as Charlie in Netflix’s Heartstopper, Locke’s immense likability and effervescence shone throughout the show’s first run. Now the social media savvy star is set to appear in Marvel series Agatha: Coven of Chaos opposite the likes of Kathryn Hahn, and these days there are few surer signs of mainstream success.” –LEWIS KNIGHT
16. Sadie Sink
Sadie Sink in Stranger Things Netflix
“Sadie Sink’s breakout role was as the feisty, fearless Max in Stranger Things. The tough skater-girl first appeared in series 2 and quickly became a firm favourite with audiences. Sink has an extraordinary ability to combine brooding teenage anger with wit and vulnerability, giving a truly memorable performance. Her reputation as one of the most exciting young actors of her generation was consolidated by her outstanding performance in Darren Aronofsky’s The Whale playing Brendan Fraser’s estranged daughter.” – DAME PIPPA HARRIS
17. Chris Clenshaw
Chris Clenshaw BBC
“Since Chris Clenshaw became the Executive Producer on EastEnders, you can’t deny how the soap has gone from strength to strength. Mind-blowing plot twists, devastating real-life storylines and of course the same classic humour we love from the genre have all combined to create a near-perfect era for the soap, which is full of ambition and entertainment. Clenshaw is proving himself to be a master of the genre, and we can’t wait to see what’s next for the residents of Walford (not least who dies in the Christmas flash-forward!).” – HELEN DALY, RADIOTIMES.COM ASSOCIATE EDITOR
“Jenna Ortega firmly stole the spotlight last year with her performance in Tim Burton’s Addams Family revival, Wednesday. Starring in the titular role, Jenna redefined Wednesday for the modern day, and expertly captured her character’s wickedly cynical worldview, curiosity and intelligence. Her wit, humour and poise struck a chord with audiences all across the world and we can’t wait to see what she’ll do next when Wednesday returns for a second season.” – ANNE MENSAH
19. Joe Lycett
Joe Lycett Channel 4 / Rob Parfitt
“Comedian Joe Lycett has really stepped into his power over the last year, leveraging his position as a household-name comic and trusted presenter to enact meaningful change and push other public figures to make better decisions for the good of society and the planet. Making the nation think whilst also making his devout followers chuckle with as much regularity as ever, Lycett is a shining example of using your platform for good (without squandering your skills in the process).” – ROB LEANE RADIOTIMES.COM GAMING EDITOR
20. Mo Gilligan
Mo Gilligan Photo by Mike Marsland/WireImage
“Last year, Mo Gilligan kept us laughing with the release of his second Netflix comedy special, There’s Mo to Life. Mo’s high-energy, common touch and outstanding humour allowed him to bring light and laughter to a range of topics including being a broke teenager and the joys of working in a London retail store. We look forward to seeing him continue to thrive this year across his stand-up comedy and hosting projects.” – ANNE MENSAH
SPOTLIGHT ON… 21. Jodie Whittaker
Jodie Whittaker BBC
“Jodie made Doctor Who history as the first female Doctor and her time on the show is indelibly marked on our memories. She instantly became a huge success and was welcomed by fans around the world as the Thirteenth Doctor. Everyone she worked with all said how welcome she made them, she was a great company leader both on and off screen and really inhabited the traits of the Doctor. She also knew how important that role is to the viewers which showed in her performance. She’s a brilliantly gifted actress and I can’t wait to see what’s next.” – CHARLOTTE MOORE
22. Ukraine Eurovision winners
23. Jack Rooke
24. Sharon Horgan
25. Mike White
26. Joseph Quinn
27. Romesh Ranganathan
28. Simone Ashley
29. Sam Ryder
30. Jackie Woodburne
31. Elizabeth Debicki
32. Milly Alcock
33. Leo Woodall
34. Steven Knight
35. Jamie Dornan
36. Lesley Manville
37. Tony Schumacher
38. Mark Charnock
39. Ambika Mod
40. Zendaya
41. Clive Myrie
42. Jack Thorne
43. Paddy Considine
SPOTLIGHT ON… 44. Will Sharpe
Will Sharpe in The White Lotus. HBO
“This year, Will got the wider global attention he’s long-deserved thanks to his stand-out performance in The White Lotus series 2. Not only is he an extraordinary actor, but he writes, directs and is generally just far too talented. We can’t wait to see what he does next.” – DAN GRABINER, HEAD OF ORIGINALS, UK AT AMAZON STUDIOS
45. Alison Hammond
46. Bob Odenkirk
47. Danielle Macdonald
48. Leon Harrop & Sarah Gordy
49. Cillian Murphy
50. Sally Wainwright
51. Daisy May Cooper
SPOTLIGHT ON… 52. Sir Lenny Henry
Sir Lenny Henry NIKLAS HALLE’N/AFP via Getty Images
“Lenny Henry is a legend. He is hugely talented as a writer, actor and comedian, incredibly clever and a trailblazing activist. We should all be more Sir Lenny.” – NICOLA SHINDLER
53. Ayo Edebiri
54. Olivia Cooke
55. David Tennant
56. Nicola Walker
57. Dan Erickson
58. Sacha Dhawan
59. Lydia Adetunji
60. Selin Hizli
61. Emer Kenny
62. Chris Lang
63. Matt Smith
64. Cast of The Traitors
65. Russell T Davies
66. Nicola Coughlan
67. Hugo Blick
68. Masali Baduza
69. Monica Dolan
70. Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu
71. Harry & Jack Williams
72. Ant & Dec
73. Julia Garner
74. Douglas Henshall
75. Suranne Jones
76. Sue Vertue
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“Sue combines the experience of a TV legend with the sheer enthusiasm of someone who’s just started. Her list of credits speaks for itself, and she is an inspiration to work with, bringing joy to everyone in her orbit.” – DAN GRABINER
77. Mandip Gill
78. Wunmi Mosaku
79. Jack Rowan
80. Mark Stanley
81. Steven Moffat
82. Cast of Ghosts
83. Ben Whishaw
84. Micheal Ward
85. Connor Swindells
86. Daniel Laurie
87. Chris Chibnall
88. Daryl McCormack
89. Iman Vellani
90. Joe Barton
91. Lee Mack
92. Lauren Lyle
93. Sir Kenneth Branagh
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“Kenneth Branagh blew us away with his powerful and transformational performance as Boris Johnson in This England, one of Sky’s most compelling titles last year. Sky was pleased to have retold one of the most extraordinary and unprecedented events this county has ever faced, and Branagh’s performance did us proud.” – ZAI BENNETT
94. Dolly Alderton
95. Stanley Tucci
96. Ryan Murphy
97. Simona Tabasco
98. Kane Robinson
99. Eddie Marsan
100. Selena Gomez
Full list of contributors:
Charlotte Moore, Chief Content Officer, BBC TV and Radio
Dame Pippa Harris, Neal Street Productions, Co-Founder
The award-winning actress, singer and two-time RuPaul’s Drag Race winner joins Doctor Who following a sell out run in Chicago on Broadway
I’m honoured, thrilled, and utterly excited to join Doctor Who! Russell T Davies is a visionary and a brilliant writer— I can’t wait to get into the weeds with him and the crew! I hope there’s room in the TARDIS for my luggage.
This special multi-platform story will celebrate Doctor Who’s 60th anniversary by introducing a brand-new character on a 24-hour pursuit of the Doctor.
Universe, meet its greatest assassin, Doom! #DoctorWho
Someone has sent literal Death after Doom. She can only outrun it for 24 hours. Unless she can find the Doctor.
Launching later in 2023, this standalone trans media series will allow Doctor Who fans to follow Doom, the Universe’s greatest assassin, as she travels through all of time and space in pursuit of the Doctor to save her from the ever-approaching Death. She only has 24 hours and a vortex manipulator to save herself before her fate is sealed forever.
Sooz Kempner as Doom
Stand-up comedian, comedy sketch artist and actor Sooz Kempner will be the face and voice of Doom, and a number of fan-favourite characters will feature along her journey.
Russell T Davies says:
“DOOM’S DAY is a huge new adventure for the whole Doctor Who universe – starring the brilliant and hilarious Sooz Kempner as an intergalactic assassin. Her adventures will span comics, audio, a novel, video games stories and more, expanding the world of Doctor Who into brand new territories. Beware the Doom’s Day, it’s coming for us all.”
Sooz Kempner says:
“To be part of the Doctor Who universe, a British institution up there with cups of tea and James Bond, is surreal and amazing! I love everything about Doom and can’t believe I get to travel across time and space with her.”
Doom’s Day will kick off on Doctor Who digital channels later this year followed by products from Doctor Who Magazine, Titan Comics, Penguin Random House, East Side Games, Big Finish and BBC Audio, each telling a section of Doom’s story.
Each partner will create their own adventures for DOOM’S DAY, each focusing on one of the 24 hours Doom has left on the clock. The standalone stories will also have an overarching narrative that will play out before the finale which will release on Doctor Who digital channels.
More details on each individual DOOM’S DAY storyline will be revealed.
Celebrate 60 Years Of Doctor Who At The Blue Dot Festival
Join us for a special Sunday celebrating 60 years (!) of the legendary sci-fi series Doctor Who, featuring panels, performances, screenings and much more taking over Jodrell Bank. With Delia Derbyshire Day and Doctor Who expert Toby Hadoke we’ll be presenting the ultimate Whovian day out – and you can celebrate with us by digging out your fancy dress to get in the mood!
Standby for the full 60 Years of Doctor Who celebration line-up, revealed in the coming weeks.
Founded in 1958 by Desmond Briscoe and Daphne Oram, the Radiophonic Orchestra was home to a maverick group of experimental composers, sound engineers and musical innovators.
Now, original members Peter Howell, Roger Limb, Dr Dick Mills, Paddy Kingsland and Mark Ayres are back working together, described by the music press as the ‘Electronic Buena Vista Social Club’ and ‘the British Kraftwerk’.
This year, Red Nose Day is set to be sweeter than ever, giving the Red Nose Nation the opportunity to win incredible objects from some of the BBC’s best known programmes, including EastEnders, The Traitors, Waterloo Road, Killing Eve, The Apprentice: You’re Fired and of course Doctor Who.
The initiative was announced in a trail fronted by Sharon Horgan and Lenny Rush, who revealed some of the amazing objects on offer.
Items up for grabs include Pat Butcher’s earrings, Luther’s tie and coat, Craig’s Strictly ‘10’ paddle, a cloak from The Traitors and much more.
It is completely free to enter, however entrants can choose to make a donation to Comic Relief if they wish,which will help make a life changing difference to people facing the toughest time of their lives.
Katie Taylor, Commissioning Editor, BBC Entertainment, says:
“This is a fantastic chance for Telly Treasure hunters to win and own a bit of BBC TV magic and to help raise awareness of Comic Relief which changes the lives of people for the better”.
For the very first time, AJ Odudu and Joel Dommett will host the Red Nose Day night of TV alongside Zoe Ball, Paddy McGuinness and David Tennant. Returning to screens live on BBC One on Friday 17 March, they will be joined by a host of stars and supporters to bring viewers an unmissable evening of comedy, live music, exclusive prizes and plenty of surprises.
The Telly Treasures Giveaway campaign was devised by BBC Creative, the BBC’s in-house creative agency, and made possible by contributions from across the BBC.
Prize list:
Waterloo Road – School jumper, tie and blazer
Casualty – Ethan’s scrubs, stethoscope and nametag
Strictly Come Dancing – Craig Revel Horwood’s ‘10’ judges paddle
Eastenders – Pat Butcher’s earrings
Pointless – Winners trophy
The Apprentice: You’re Fired – Hired/Fired cards
Richard Osman’s House of Games – Suitcase prize
The Traitors – Cloak
RuPaul’s Drag Race UK – Brit crew pants and judges badge
Gardener’s World – Monty Don’s wheelbarrow
The Graham Norton Show – Graham’s jacket
Luther – Tie and coat
Killing Eve – Villanelle’s (stunt doubles) suit
Doctor Who – Thirteenth Doctor’s t-shirt
Inside No 9 – Bear head football mascot
Motherland – Julia’s onesie and Kevin’s jumper from the Christmas special
Bedtime stories – Cushion
CBBC – Hacker’s bowl
Blue Peter – Henry the dog’s collar
Football Focus – BBC Sport mic cover
Morning Live – Mug
This Country – Kerry’s football shirt
SAS Rogue Heroes – Beret
The Ninth Doctor faces the Vashta Nerada, the Third Doctor reunites with Jo and more on audio…
February sees the release of a range of brand-new audio adventures from Big Finish. Here’s a roundup of what’s available to buy on CD and download this month.
THE NINTH DOCTOR FACES THE VASHTA NERADA
Alien threats come in many forms – and many different hues. A charity shop where customers vanish, a 1920s gentleman’s club besieged by giant plants, and a distant colony planet where death hides in darkness – wherever they manifest, the Doctor is on hand to fight every shade of fear…
After decades apart, Jo Jones is reunited with her Doctor. And while the time that passed is a mere beat of the hearts for a Time Lord, it’s been a lifetime of change for Jo. There’s a lot to catch up on. But there’s one thing Jo isn’t ready to share…
There’s a story told throughout the universe. Of the traveller in the blue box. The story of the Doctor. No one knows the power of stories more than the Doctor, but for Valarie, this is all new. She’s about to learn how a story can save a life or rewrite reality itself.
From exploring a haunting melody and missing people in modern-day Camden to uncovering a deadly alien threat in 40’s coastal England, The First Doctor and Dodo explore two wildly different eras in two brand-new adventures!
Doctor Who – Short Trips returns for a twelfth volume! From a sinister restaurant to a dying world and a sanctuary for abandoned and misplaced things, explore hidden corners of various Doctor Who eras in a brand-new box set of five first-person narratives and one audio mini-drama.
BBC iPlayer has seen its best year ever, breaking 7 billion streams for the first time ever. 2022 grew 9 per cent on 2021, and ended the year with both the best month and best quarter iPlayer has ever seen, with 700 million streams for December and 2 billion streams between October – December.
The World Cup capped the year in spectacular fashion, streamed a huge 92 million times on iPlayer, while also reaching 38.8 million on BBC TV.
Other data revealed by the BBC today includes:
The return of Peaky Blinders was the top episode of the year, streamed 6.9 million times across the year, with over 55 million streams for the boxset
Other top boxsets of the year include Doctor Who (56m streams), Waterloo Road (2006-2015) (46m streams), and Death in Paradise (46m streams)
Sporting events were also among the most-watched programmes of the year, including Commonwealth Games (53m streams, plus reached 28.6 million on BBC TV) and Wimbledon (43m streams, plus reached 27.4 million on BBC TV)
New dramas dominate the most watched episodes per series of the year – with The Tourist, The Responder, SAS Rogue Heroes, Inside Man, Sherwood and This is Going to Hurt all making the top ten most streamed episodes
EastEnders enjoyed its best year ever on iPlayer, streamed 366 million times
Director of BBC iPlayer Dan McGolpin says:
“2022 saw huge growth for BBC iPlayer, 7 billion streams is double where we were a few years ago. Alongside the big events like the World Cup and the outstanding coverage of the state funeral for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, people arrived in their millions to watch an array of big drama boxsets including the final series of Peaky Blinders and a large number of brand new series such as The Tourist, The Responder and SAS Rogue Heroes. Over the last year we’ve added more choice than ever before in every genre, with plenty more in store for 2023.”
Remembering those whom we lost from the worlds of Doctor Who this year. Includes a small number from before 2022 whose deaths only came to light this year.
