The Cybermen have been causing trouble for the Doctor ever since their arrival in 1966. Here's a rundown of some of the metal giants' most important stories. The Doctor first encountered the Cybermen in the 1966 story 'The Tenth Planet.' It was here that we learned that the creatures did, in fact, used to be human - or humanoid, at least, living on Earth's twin planet … [Read more...] about Doctor Who: Which are the key Cybermen stories?
The Sontarans: Everything you need to know
The Sontarans are a war-like species from the planet Sontar, and made their first appearance in Doctor Who in 1974 - some 47 years ago! To say that the Sontarans are "war-like" is perhaps an understatement. They are war-obsessed, even going so far as to believe that there is no greater fate than to die in battle for the glory of the Sontaran empire. But, to an extent, … [Read more...] about The Sontarans: Everything you need to know
What is the storyline of Doctor Who: Time Lord Victorious?
Doctor Who: Time Lord Victorious is a multi-media adventure starring the Eighth, Ninth and Tenth Doctors. But what is it all about? The first thing to note is that the name Time Lord Victorious links back to a name the Tenth Doctor gave himself in the 2009 episode 'The Waters of Mars,' where he declared that the laws of time were his, and that they would obey him - before … [Read more...] about What is the storyline of Doctor Who: Time Lord Victorious?
The new trailer for Doctor Who Flux has arrived
The BBC has released the new trailer for the 13th series of Doctor Who, also known as Doctor Who Flux. Decorated throughout with the Thirteenth Doctor's signature rainbows, the latest trailer expands on the original teaser, depicting the new-look Sontarans, the new companion Dan, Cybermen, Ood, and maybe a Weeping Angel (don't blink.) There is also a new baddie called … [Read more...] about The new trailer for Doctor Who Flux has arrived
The story behind the Eleventh Doctor’s regeneration
What led to the regeneration of the Eleventh Doctor Matt Smith in 2013? 2013 was an exciting year for Doctor Who. The series had just introduced a new companion in the form of Clara Oswald (played by Jenna Coleman.) The Great Intelligence had returned, as had one of its missing stories 'The Web of Fear.' There was a brand new series, an epic 50th anniversary special, and a … [Read more...] about The story behind the Eleventh Doctor’s regeneration