Doctor Who returns on March 30 as part of BBC AMERICA’s Supernatural Saturday programming block, alongside world premieres of new original series The Nerdist and Orphan Black. The drama is produced by Matt Strevens ( Misfits, Skins) and directed by Terry McDonough ( Breaking Bad, The Street).ĭoctor Who recently delivered record ratings for BBC AMERICA when the Christmas Day special Doctor Who: The Snowmen became the channel’s best ever telecast in demo, delivering 2.4 million total viewers and 1.3 million A25-54 in Live+7, rounding out a year of success. Filming begins at the beginning of February at BBC’s Television Centre in London before moving to Wimbledon Studios. I’m so looking forward to getting started.”Īn Adventure in Space and Time is a co-production between BBC Cymru Wales and BBC AMERICA. William Hartnell was one of the finest character actors of our time and as a fan I want to make sure that I do him justice. When he asked if I would be interested, I almost bit his hand off! Mark has written such a wonderful script not only about the birth of a cultural phenomenon, but a moment in television’s history. I first heard about this role from Mark while watching the Diamond Jubilee flotilla from the roof of the National Theatre. Mark and the talented team behind the project are sure to create a special that will delight audiences while commemorating this incredible series’ 50 th anniversary.”Ĭommenting on his upcoming role, David Bradley said, “I’m absolutely thrilled. Richard De Croce, SVP Programming, BBC AMERICA added: “We’re excited to work with BBC Cymru Wales on this co-production, allowing us to bring An Adventure in Space and Time to Doctor Who fans on both sides of the pond. We have a terrific team who can’t wait to tell the fascinating and surprising story of how the Doctor began his journey through Space and Time.” Mark Gatiss, writer and executive producer said: “What a cast! I’m utterly delighted that everyone’s favorite Time Lord will be in such brilliant and stellar company. The BBC’s Head of Drama Sydney Newman, credited with the creation of the show, will be portrayed by Brian Cox ( The Bourne Supremacy, Bourne Identity) and the producer, Verity Lambert, by Jessica Raine ( Call the Midwife). The director of the first ever episode An Unearthly Child, Waris Hussein, will be played by Sacha Dhawan ( History Boys, Last Tango In Halifax). The drama will premiere later this year on BBC AMERICA. An Adventure in Space and Time (1×90) is a co-production between BBC Cymru Wales and BBC AMERICA. An Adventure in Space and Time will tell the story of the genesis of Doctor Who – which first aired on Novem– and the many personalities involved.Īnnounced today,David Bradley ( Harry Potter) is set to play the first ever Doctor, the iconic William Hartnell, in the drama written by Mark Gatiss ( Sherlock, Doctor Who), who will also serve as executive producer alongside Steven Moffat ( Doctor Who, Sherlock) and Caroline Skinner ( Doctor Who, The Fades). Newman tells him that Doctor Who will 'regenerate' and he will be replaced by younger actor Patrick Troughton.New York, NY – BBC AMERICA will co-produce and premiere An Adventure in Space and Time as part of the channel’s celebrations to mark the 50 th anniversary of Doctor Who. Actor William Hartnell (David Bradley, Filch from the Harry Potter films. As the show becomes a success Hartnell displays an obsession with his character but, after three years, ill health catches up with him and he starts to forget lines. Plot Synopsis: Travel back in time to witness the dramatic birth of Doctor Who. Fighting sexist and racial bigotry Verity and young Indian director Waris Hussein persuade crusty character actor William Hartnell to play the doctor figure and, despite technical hiccups and competition with coverage of the Kennedy assassination, the first episode of 'Doctor Who' is born. He engages inexperienced young producer Verity Lambert to expand the idea. Synopsis: In 1963 Sydney Newman, progressive head of BBC TV's drama department, wants to fill a Saturday tea-time slot with a show with youth appeal and hits on the idea of an august figure, like a doctor, leading a group of companions on time travel adventures.
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