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Jodie Whittaker's 'Wicked' Sense Of Humor Will Make For A Stunning Doctor
Time is ticking for the Twelfth Doctor, as his time is nearly up. Peter Capaldi announced his departure from Doctor Who back in January and the BBC kept fans waiting patiently until July, when the new Time Lord was revealed — Jodie Whittaker, the show's first female Doctor.
By Lewis Jefferies8 years ago in Futurism
Billie Piper Explains Being A 'Doctor Who' Companion Is Very 'Overwhelming'
Since Doctor Who was revived in 2005, the Doctor has travelled with a number of companions in his iconic blue box. Every fan has their favorite companion, however, it appears the most loved companion is Billie Piper's character — Rose Tyler.
By Lewis Jefferies8 years ago in Futurism
'Doctor Who' Spin-Off Show 'Class' Axed By The BBC
#Class is the fourth spin-off show for the BBC hit series #DoctorWho. The series was created by novelist Patrick Ness and saw a group of teenagers attempt to save the world at Coal Hill school, which is where Clara Oswald taught.
By Lewis Jefferies8 years ago in Futurism
Series 11 Of 'Doctor Who' Is In 'Safe Hands' Says David Tennant
As we all know, Steven Moffat has announced that he is stepping down as showrunner for the hit BBC series #DoctorWho. The question now: Who is going to take his place? In January 2016 it was officially announced that Broadchurch showrunner Chris Chibnall will act as head writer to continue on the longest running science fiction show, and a very familiar face approves of this promotion.
By Lewis Jefferies8 years ago in Futurism
Don't Hate The Players, Hate The Game: Ranking The Winners And Losers Of 'Westworld' Season 1
As Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy's Westworld turns out to be a giant wooden game of "get the ball to the middle of the maze," we are still left reeling from the bullet-riddled finale. Episode 10, "The Bicameral Mind" saw Dr. Ford's new narrative spell a possible end to the park's serene life of donkey walks and piano ditties. The first season wrapped with #Westworld's signature keep 'em wanting more style, meaning that the wait until Season 2 in 2018 is likely to be an agonizing one (robots feel pain too). While we practice our lasso skills, let's rank the winners and losers of #HBO's wild, wild western.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
Dr. Lecter Returns: Is Anthony Hopkins The Real Villain Of Westworld?
Everything began to short-circuit and the curtain started to fall in the fourth episode of #Westworld, "Dissonance Theory," as a surprising new menace reared its head. Beyond the fact of "Oh my God, it's Hannibal Lecter," this week set in motion that Anthony Hopkins could be the true villain of Westworld. Don't let that cuddly Santa exterior fool you, Ford is channeling some serious Dr. Lecter vibes. From his sinister meeting with park Operations Leader Theresa Cullen, to his cavalier attitude to his partner's demise, let's break down the facts on why Dr. Robert Ford is the wild West's newest outlaw.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
Dolores's 'Grave' Mistake: Unravelling Religion In 'Westworld'
HBO's robo-romp #Westworld continued to mystify in its fourth episode and it looks like the ghosts of the past could be about to rear their heads for our sentient hosts. The park itself has been used as an analogy for the Garden of Eden, with our titular Dolores being the eve of the world, and Anthony Hopkins's Ford is God, battling with Ed Harris's Man in Black/The Devil. It is all speculation at this stage, however, "Dissonance Theory" gave us a real insight to the religion of Westworld, where it looks like Dolores is digging up trouble.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
Mirror, Mirror, On The Wall: 10 Shows To Fill Your Black Mirror Void!
Mr. Brooker, you have done it again — from Bryce Dallas Howard's pastel pinks, to the electro soundtrack of San Junipero, and the grim horror of haunted house VR, #BlackMirror departs for a third time. As we inevitably gorged on the six Netflix episodes of Charlie Brooker's tech-anthology, the season is over before it even began. If your obsession with the dark arts isn't fully quenched, here are 10 shows that can shatter the mirror in terms of the meta, obscure, or just downright wrong. Have some videos of dancing kittens on standby — things are about to get dark.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
We Could Be About To See Previous Doctors And Rose Return In Series 10 Of 'Doctor Who'
Doctor Who' Series Ten has began filming with Block One already complete. Very little has been revealed about what to expect from the new Series apart from a few familiar faces and one new face. Firstly, as we know Peter Capaldi will be back as the Doctor for Series Ten. But will it be his last? Secondly, it has been confirmed that Matt Lucas will be making a return to the show but as a recurring character and making him part of the TARDIS team of 2017. Matt Lucas was previously seen in the 2015 Christmas Special 'The Husbands of River Song' as the character Nardole. Lastly, it has been confirmed that the young actress Pearl Mackie will be the brand new companion called 'Bill' to travel through time and space with the Doctor.
By Lewis Jefferies8 years ago in Futurism
Here Come The Men In Black: Westworld's Time Time Travel Theory Is A Mindblower!
Warning: Spoilers for Westworld Episode 3 'The Stray' ahead! With Westworld theories coming thick and fast, it looks like HBO's all-star Western is becoming more like an episode of Sherlock than your standard John Wayne outing. The latest Westworld puzzler proposes a twist that seems plucked from the screenplay of Saw IV — are we actually seeing two different timelines play out on the plains of the wild, wild, West? If so, the truth about Ed Harris's Man in Black has been right in front of our noses this whole time.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
'Bravest Warriors' Is What Happens If You Cross 'Rick And Morty' With 'Adventure Time'
Adults, watching cartoons, pfft, what sorcery is this! We all do it, so don't pretend like you don't. However — if you like to feel like a grown-up — on the more "adult" end of the spectrum is Dan Harmon and Justin Roiland's sci-fi smorgasbord Rick and Morty. We will (finally) pick up Season 2's cliffhanger ending when the series flies in its third season by the end of the year. As we continue to grow old waiting for the show return, here is something to quench your cartoon thirst in the meantime.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
