The Doctor Who Thread

[Demdike@Cult Labs]

Polly (Anneke Wills) made her first appearance during The War Machines (1966)

[iank]

Saw Remembrance of the Daleks again last night. Still a great story, looks fantastic on Blu ray!

[Demdike@Cult Labs]

Eldrad (Judith Paris) goes all blue glowing eyes during The Hand of Fear (1976)

[Susan Foreman]

Doctor Who Cancelled as New Amazon Deal Confirms Rebranded 'Dr Who' Reboot / Doctor Who TV

Press release:

"In a groundbreaking move set to reshape one of television's most beloved institutions, the BBC and Amazon MGM Studios have announced a major new partnership that will see Doctor Who come to an end in its current form, only to be reborn under a bold new name: Dr Who.

Following the epic finale, airing this May on BBC One and iPlayer, the long-running sci-fi series will close the doors on its current incarnation. Titled "Wish World" and "The Reality War", the two-part finale promises a reality-shattering conclusion for Ncuti Gatwa's Doctor, one that will mark the definitive end of the Time Lord's life, with no regeneration to follow.

But the end is just the beginning.

The show will be relaunching with a new timeline, a fresh-faced First Doctor, companions, and a fully reimagined origin story for a modern audience, now under the simplified title Dr Who.

The series will premiere exclusively on Prime Video internationally, and continue to air on BBC One and iPlayer in the UK and Ireland.

Ncuti Gatwa said:

"The Doctor's story has always been about change, and this one is massive. While I'm heartbroken to be saying goodbye, I'm also genuinely curious to see where Dr Who goes next. Whatever happens, I hope there's still running involved!"

Russell T Davies, departing showrunner, added:

"Suprise! Series 15 was always going to be the end of our journey. It's a farewell. A full stop. No regeneration, no loopholes. What happens next is a new beginning, and this new version is brave, bold, and completely bonkers. I wish the new team the very best as they pick up the baton."

Tim Davie, BBC Director-General, said:

"This marks the end of one era and the beginning of something truly different, but also the same. With Dr Who, we're taking the opportunity to speak to a new generation, while still honouring the depth of storytelling and imagination that have defined this show for decades."

Vernon Sanders, Head of Television at Amazon MGM Studios, commented:

"We?re thrilled to join forces with the BBC on launching Dr Who, a sleek, modern reimagining of one of the world's most iconic sci-fi properties. The simplified title reflects our goal to make the brand more accessible and recognisable to younger global audiences. It's Doctor Who for the TikTok age, and we think it's going to be something truly special!"

Casting for the new First Doctor will be announced shortly, with filming beginning later in 2025.

Synopsis: When brilliant and unpredictable teenager Susan Foreperson begins raising eyebrows at her school, two concerned teachers, Babs Wright and Iona Chezerton, follow her to the London Central Learning Archive. There, hidden in the restricted section, they discover a strange purple police box ... and a half-human traveller going by the name Dr ...

Doctor Who concludes in May 2025 with "Wish World" and "The Reality War". After sixty-two years, the Doctor's journey comes to an end ... making way for Dr Who."

Hmmm. April 1st anyone !!

[Susan Foreman]

More info about the Amazon reboot !

Amazon's Doctor Who Reboot Casts Harry Styles as First 'Dr Who' / Doctor Who TV

"Press release:

The BBC and Amazon MGM Studios are delighted to confirm that Harry Styles will take on the lead role in the upcoming reboot of the long-running sci-fi series, newly reimagined under the title Dr Who.

Following the conclusion of Doctor Who in its current form this May, the new version of the series will launch with an entirely fresh continuity, a new cast of companions, and a bold creative direction. Dr Who will air on BBC One and iPlayer in the UK and Ireland, and stream exclusively on Prime Video in territories outside the UK.

Best known for his globally successful music career and acclaimed roles in film and television, Styles will portray the new first Doctor, bringing a unique energy to the role as the series embarks on a new era.

Harry Styles said:

"I've always loved stories that explore time, identity, and adventure. Taking on Dr Who is an enormous honour, and I can't wait to travel through time in something other than a tour bus."

Ncuti Gatwa, who departs the role later this spring, said:

"Harry's going to be brilliant. The man already dresses like he's halfway across the vortex, and that's before he even sets foot in the TARDIS. I'm genuinely excited to see where he takes it."

Tim Davie, BBC Director-General, said:

"This marks a new chapter for one of the BBC's most iconic titles. Dr Who will offer fresh stories and perspectives while celebrating everything audiences have loved about the show for over 60 years."

Vernon Sanders, Head of Television at Amazon MGM Studios, added:

"We are thrilled to be working with the BBC on Dr Who. Harry Styles brings global appeal, creative ambition, and a sense of wonder that fits perfectly with this new vision of the series."

Production on Dr Who is set to begin later in 2025, with further casting announcements to follow later this year."

[Demdike@Cult Labs]

The outer cover to Doctor Who Magazine issue 502, cover dated September 2016, featuring the new 'team' of the Doctor (Peter Capaldi), Bill Potts (Pearl Mackie) and Nardole (Matt Lucas)

[iank]

"Susan Foreperson" was my favourite part.

[Demdike@Cult Labs]

A wedding publicity image of Rory (Arthur Darvill), Amy (Karen Gillan) and the Doctor (Matt Smith) for The Pandorica Opens / The Big Bang (2010)

[Demdike@Cult Labs]

The BBC website background for the 2007 episode Blink. A 'Doctor-lite- episode which mainly featured Carey Mulligan as Sally Sparrow

[Susan Foreman]

In memory of Gordon Faith (1931 - 2025)

Appeared as a guard captain in the 1967 - 1968 story 'The Enemy Of The World'