Doctor Who

When Bernard Cribbins passed away in July 2022, Doctor Who fans knew they’d get to see him one last time in the series, after set pictures revealing him shooting a scene with Catherine Tate and David Tennant emerged online. But while there were plans for more, what we saw when that scene broadcast this past weekend is what we’re getting.“Even AI Rappers are Harassed by Police” | AI UnlockedCribbins’ return as Donna Noble’s grandfather Wilf climaxed the second of three 60th anniversary specials, “Wild Blue Yonder,” which…

Image: BBCWhen Doctor Who returned to our screens this past weekend in “The Star Beast,” it brought with it all sorts of weird and occasionally fearsome threats, from the mischievous Meep to the insectoid Wrarth Warriors. But perhaps nothing could send you scurrying behind the sofa than one single joke/threat: a fish curry made by Donna’s mom.“Even AI Rappers are Harassed by Police” | AI UnlockedWhen we reunite with Donna and her family in “The Star Beast,” the Nobles are having a bit of a rough time. Having given away…

Image: BBCIf you thought Miriam Margolyes’ the Meep was the apex of Doctor Who’s creepy little guys, then either good or bad news: things are going to get so much creepier littler and guy-er this Christmas.Although we still have two more 60th anniversary specials to look forward to, the BBC has lifted the lid on “The Church on Ruby Road,” Doctor Who’s first Christmas Day special since 2017. The episode marks the formal debut of Ncuti Gatwa’s 15th Doctor, as well as his first companion, Ruby Sunday, played by Millie…

After Doctor Who’s triumphant return this past weekend in “The Star Beast,” all eyes are now on this weekend’s second of three 60th anniversary specials, “Wild Blue Yonder.” But the fact that those eyes are upon it and the BBC is not willing to say almost anything of substance about it is leading Doctor Who fans to go a little bit doolally with the wait.“Even AI Rappers are Harassed by Police” | AI UnlockedWe knew a lot about “The Star Beast” in the run up to its release—it’s arguably the special we saw the most of in…

For as much as Doctor Who’s first 60th anniversary special, “The Star Beast,” was a celebration of the old, it also brought plenty of new with it—including Heartstopper’s Yasmin Finney as Rose, Donna Noble’s trans teenage daughter. But for as important as Rose became to the episode, for showrunner Russell T. Davies, it was equally important to show the realities of her existence as a young transgender person.Like It or Not, Your Doctor Will Use AI | AI UnlockedEarly on in “The Star Beast” as Rose and her mother walk home,…

Initial overnight ratings have come in for Doctor Who’s highly anticipated return this past weekend in “The Star Beast,” and it’s good news for the show: numbers are way, way up, even if they’re also way, way down compared to where the show used to be. But, for good reason!Like It or Not, Your Doctor Will Use AI | AI UnlockedThe Radio Times reports that “The Star Beast” clocked in initial overnight viewing figures—specifically those who watched the episode as it broadcast live on BBC One this past Saturday—of 5.08…

In all my years covering television, I have only ever once cursed out an interview subject, even in jest. This was back in 2009, when I was speaking with Russell T. Davies about the end of his tenure as showrunner of Doctor Who, and the launch of spinoff miniseries Torchwood: Children of Earth. Specifically, I had a bone to pick regarding the departure of Donna Noble, the blunt, hilarious, endearing companion to David Tenant’s Tenth Doctor, played by Catherine Tate. Donna’s character arc was all about how…

Willem Dafoe teases his Beetlejuice 2 character. Get a look at the next Doctor Who anniversary special. Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu teases its Count Orlok. Plus, Monarch teases a new monster in what’s to come. Spoilers, away!Fantastic FourAccording to a new report from entertainment insider Daniel Richtman’s Patreon page (via Coming Soon), Marvel is considering Anya Taylor-Joy to play an “unnamed villain” in Disney’s Fantastic Four.Beetlejuice 2During a recent interview with Variety, Willem Dafoe revealed he plays a former…

Human drama suffused with alien weirdness? A shotgun blast of emotional sincerity to sweep you away from barely coherent sci-fi technobabble? The power of love, specifically encapsulating queer love? David Tennant and Catherine Tate running around the place having the time of their lives? Do not adjust your clocks friends: it is indeed 2023 rather than 2008. But for one November night, Doctor Who certainly made it feel that way.Who’s This Thing Actually for? | PlayStation Portal Hands On“The Star Beast,” the first in a…

The following discusses spoilers for “The Star Beast” and references transphobia.If there’s one thing the rebooted Doctor Who always tried to do, it was avoid cliches about its predecessor’s small budget. The 1963 - 1989 run was made on a shoestring, leading to lazy gags about wobbly sets and bad visual effects. The 2005 revival was well-budgeted compared to its British TV peers, but still had to work hard to not "embarrass" itself. Now, the show is back, armed with bags of cash from Disney in exchange for its…