The Kidnappers (TV story)
The Kidnappers was a comedy sketch in which Peter Davison is kidnapped by an enthusiastic Doctor Who fan, broadcast as part of BBC Two's Doctor Who Night.
Summary
David enters what appears to be his shared bedroom with Mark, whom he promptly wakes. He is with someone who has their head covered, and tells Mark he has a surprise for him. After giving him several clues, he reveals the other man to be Peter Davison, but leaves him tied and gagged.
Mark then asks David if Davison can sign some of his Doctor Who memorabilia, which David refuses as it would be an imposition to their "guest". Eventually they compromise, and have their photographs taken with him instead.
Cast
- David - David Walliams
- Mark - Mark Gatiss
- Peter Davison - Himself
References
Portraying two Doctor Who fans, the sketch contains many references.
- A poster for Dr. Who and the Daleks is seen in the background.
- Mark asks David if his surprise is the missing episodes to the serial The Ice Warriors.
Story Notes
- Although David Walliams and Mark Gatiss are both fans of Doctor Who, and use their own names for the characters they play, it is presumed that they are not portraying themselves.
Home Video Releases
The Kidnappers was later released as a special feature on the An Unearthly Child disc of the DVD box-set, The Beginning.
