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On "Rosa" - 'Doctor Who'
At the end of last year, British TV was introduced to the new face of Doctor Who with its first-ever female actress, Jodie Whittaker, as the leading protagonist. Being a person who’s generally interested in the discourse of popular culture, as well as being a veteran “Whovian,” this was something that really intrigued me. It pushed many questions to the front of my mind about the show and its agenda in a way that I never considered before as a sci-fi loving pre-teen. What sort of messages were to be made about diversity and inclusivity? Were they ready for the potential backlash that could come from it? To be honest, after a while these questions fell from my mind and public interest shortly after the announcement; the UK government’s falling to pieces and I had a history essay due to think about. But it was one day recently, after stumbling upon my favourite childhood show, that Doctor Who came to the forefront of my mind once more but for some less than comfortable reasons.
By Kofo Ajala7 years ago in Futurism
Matt Smith's Debut 'Doctor Who' Episode Was Based on Moffat's Childhood Dream
Doctor Who is one of the most popular shows ever since it began back in 1963. From a regenerating Time Lord to deadly enemies, Doctor Who has a lot to offer if you've never watched the show before. The BBC cancelled the show in 1989, but Russell T. Davies brought the show back in 2005 and it was bigger (and better?)!
By Lewis Jefferies7 years ago in Futurism
Top 10 'Doctor Who' Episodes: The Twelfth Doctor's Era
This list was a slightly different experience for me because I was watching two of the Twelfth Doctor's seasons for the first time whereas all the other season before now were re-watches. I think Peter Capaldi did a fantastic job and I do like Twelve; however, his seasons are probably my least favourites of the show so far so I was happy to find a few gems that I loved a lot and think deserve to be seen and appreciated.
By Danielle T. Murray7 years ago in Futurism
'The Sarah Jane Adventures' Series 5 Finale Would've Seen the "Destruction" of Bannerman Road
To this day, Doctor Who is one of the most successful shows there's ever been. Starting in 1963, the show about travelling through time and space has built up a massive audience. With the show being such a success, it has expanded the fanbase through spin-off shows, including K-9 and Company and the most iconic spin-off show The Sarah Jane Adventures.
By Lewis Jefferies7 years ago in Futurism
It Was the Fans That Let 'Doctor Who' Series 11 Down, Not Jodie Whittaker or Chris Chibnall
Peter Capaldi's swansong series Doctor Who (Series 10) went down a storm with fans. Not only were we treated to a new TARDIS Team, as Bill (Pearl Mackie) and Nardole (Matt Lucas) joined the Twelfth Doctor, but we were treated to favourite villains for Capaldi's final series. Not only did the Ice Warriors return, but so did Missy (Michelle Gomez) and John Simm's Master for the finale. However, as always, the Doctor regenerates and passes the TARDIS key to their next face, which is now Jodie Whittaker.
By Lewis Jefferies7 years ago in Futurism
Top 10 'Doctor Who' Episodes: The Eleventh Doctor's Era
In 2018 I wrote two Doctor Who articles like this one. The first was my top 5 episodes of the Ninth Doctor's era, and the second was my top 10 episodes of the Tenth Doctor's era. Now it's the 11th Doctor's turn!
By Danielle T. Murray7 years ago in Futurism
Old Enemies Likely to Return in Series 12 of 'Doctor Who'—Who Will Make a Comeback?
A female Doctor, four companions/friends and an entire batch of new monsters; Doctor Who is back with a fresh, bold new era. Jodie Whittaker's first series, joined by Mandip Gill, Bradley Walsh, and Tosin Cole, has stormed the viewing figures for BBC One in 2018, with the opening episode itself getting just under 12 million viewers itself alone.
By Lewis Jefferies7 years ago in Futurism
The Doctor Is Dead
'Doctor Who' Doctor Who has long been one of my favorite shows, classic or new who. As a huge sci-fi nerd, it’s a show that ticks all boxes. A new person in the role leads the show to have an overhaul. Personalities change and you can have a new take on an old story.
By Samuel Moore7 years ago in Futurism
Review—'Doctor Who: The Mega'
Given its more than 50 year history, it comes as no surprise that there would be stories written for Doctor Who on TV that never got made. From 2009 to 2013, Big Finish produced a sizable number of them as audio dramas in a range entitled The Lost Stories. Serving as the finale was the sole Third Doctor entry for the series, The Mega.
By Matthew Kresal7 years ago in Futurism
Three Writers to Get ‘Doctor Who’ Back on Track Following Chibnall’s Era
Series 11 of Doctor Who is nearly over and fans have started to admit they’re missing the former showrunner, Steven Moffat, who stepped down and bowed out of the show nearly a year ago. But why? Chris Chibnall, who took over for Moffat, has taken the show's long-running science fiction show to a completely different era. From the show’s first ever female Doctor (Jodie Whittaker) to having the series reduced down to just 10 episodes—all of which are standalone episodes. That’s right, wave goodbye to the two-part finale.
By Lewis Jefferies7 years ago in Futurism
Amazon Prime Blunder Releases New ‘Doctor Who’ Episode Days Before Its Premiere. Top Story - November 2018.
Doctor Who Series 11 has taken off on a high start with the viewing figures for the opening episode “The Woman Who Fell to Earth” now exceeding 11 million viewers. The series penned by new showrunner, Chris Chibnall, and a mix of other new writers, has so far gained very mixed reviews within its fanbase. You either love it or you hate it. There doesn’t really seem to be an in between. Series 11 episodes 1-5 were written by Chibnall (apart from episode three where he co-wrote with Malorie Blackman), which has done some damage, as people can’t adjust to his writing, with a large majority of fans branding Chibnall’s episodes this series as mediocre.
By Lewis Jefferies7 years ago in Futurism
Chris Chibnall Set to Step down as ‘Doctor Who’ Showrunner in 2019, but Will Jodie Whittaker Follow?
Regeneration, different companions, different TARDIS interiors etc. You get the idea. BBC’s long running science fiction show, Doctor Who, has been on our screens for well over fifty years now, and not only is it about time travel and space, but it’s all about change. The Doctor has the ability to change his/her face by regenerating when his/her body becomes seventy injured or is dying. It’s not just the Doctor that changes faces, but the Doctor Who showrunner does too, and now it appears to happen on a regular basis.
By Lewis Jefferies7 years ago in Futurism
