Let's take a look at some of the least popular Doctor Who serials from DWM's 60th anniversary fan survey. What is there to love in these unloved adventures? Orphan 55 The 5.38 million viewers who tuned into the first of our Doctor Who serials may forever have the words "Benni!" ringing in their ears, but behind the hysterics is a very interesting idea: what affect could … [Read more...] about How to love the least popular Doctor Who serials
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Doctor Who Series 2: Our predictions
Doctor Who Series 2 / Series 15 / Season 41 will soon be upon us! But will the Time Lord finally have an epic rematch with the Plasmatons?! These are our predictions for the upcoming adventures... 1) Mrs Flood: her identity revealed This is not so much a prediction as a certainty. The identity of the mysterious Mrs Flood will be revealed at some point in Doctor Who … [Read more...] about Doctor Who Series 2: Our predictions
Why is The Talons of Weng-Chiang such a popular Doctor Who story?
The classic Doctor Who story 'The Talons of Weng-Chiang' is often cited as a fan favourite. But what is it about this adventure that makes it so popular? 'The Talons of Weng-Chiang' came at the tail end of one of Doctor Who's most successful eras, both in terms of viewing figures and audience appreciation. At the time of broadcast, Tom Baker had been playing the eponymous … [Read more...] about Why is The Talons of Weng-Chiang such a popular Doctor Who story?
Are these the longest Doctor Who stories?
Time is relative, but there is no denying that some Doctor Who stories have been longer than others. In fact, some of the Time Lord's adventures have spanned entire seasons. Are these truly the biggest Doctor Who serials? Doctor Who Season 1 Did you know that the very first season of Doctor Who is technically one long story? Each of the Doctor Who stories in this season … [Read more...] about Are these the longest Doctor Who stories?
The top 10 Doctor Who video covers
Back in the 80s, fans began building their Doctor Who video libraries - a process they wouldn't complete until the show's 40th anniversary in 2003. These releases sported stunning pieces of digital and hand-painted artwork. Here is a rundown of some of the finest sleeves... 10) An Unearthly Child 'An Unearthly Child' is quite a creepy Doctor Who story (particularly its … [Read more...] about The top 10 Doctor Who video covers