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Doctor Who DVD Special Features Index

This is a list of the Doctor Who DVD Special Features.


The stories are shown be in chronological order.

 


Mins is the approximate length. 1 can mean below one minute in the case of clips may be just a few seconds. 
Media is assumed to be video. 
Feature refers to the title. The in box insert feature title can differ from the title seen on screen. Also some features are omitted from the inserts eg Earthshock Episode 5. one feature appears to be missing from a DVD ie Destiny of the Daleks Radio Times Billings PDF.
Description taken from the in box insert (that bit of coloured paper describing the contents of the DVD).


First Doctor

35 An Earthly Child Pilot Episode Studio Recording An unedited 35-minute recording of the entire studio session for the untransmitted Pilot Episode, including studio clock and all the retakes. (Can be viewed with an optional commentary by producer Verity Lambert and director Waris Hussein).
25 An Earthly Child Pilot Episode An Earthly Child An edited 25-minute version of the untransmitted Pilot Episode, An Unearthly Child. A look at how all the studio recorded material would have best fitted together if this version had been chosen as suitable for transmission as the programme's opening episode.
2 An Earthly Child Theme Music Video An opportunity to hear the full-length version of the original Doctor Who theme music, coupled with the original 1963 title sequence visual elements. Can be viewed in three different versions - mono, stereo or 5.1 sound mixes.
15 An Earthly Child Comedy Sketches A selection of four short sketches, mostly themed around the early years of Doctor Who. From Mark Gatiss (The League of Gentlemen) and David Walliams [Little Britain] come three sketches from the BBC's Doctor Who Night in 1999: The Pitch of Fear, The Web of Caves and The Kidnappers. Meanwhile, The Corridor Sketch offers a glimpse at the how early Doctor Who may have looked with a different actor in the title role.
16 The Daleks Creation of The Daleks A documentary which looks at the origins and creation of Doctor Who's most feared villains, the Daleks. From Terry Nation's script, through to the visual design of the creatures and their unique rasping voices, the concepts behind the Daleks are explored. With contributions from producer Verity Lambert, director Richard Martin, designer Raymond Cusick, sound designer Brian Hodgson, original Dalek voice David Graham, and original Dalek operator Michael Summerton.
55 The Edge of Destruction Doctor Who : Origins A fascinating 55-minute documentary, detailing the creation of Doctor Who. Looking at the factors that led to the birth of the programme, it includes a rare interview with the programme's creator, the late Sydney Newman, and new interviews with producer Verity Lambert, directors Waris Hussein and Richard Martin, actors William Russell and Carole Ann Ford, title sequence designer Bernard Lodge, and TARDIS sound effect creator Brian Hodgson.
29 The Edge of Destruction Over the Edge A look at the production of The Edge of Destruction, featuring interviews with producer Verity Lambert, directors Frank Cox and Richard Martin, designer Raymond Cusick, and actors William Russell and Carole Ann Ford.
10 The Edge of Destruction Inside the Spaceship Members of the original cast and crew talk about the Doctor's unique time and space ship, the TARDIS.
12 The Edge of Destruction Masters of Sound A look inside the BBC Radiophonic Workshop through interviews with the musicians and technicians who brought composer Ron Grainer's Doctor Who theme to life using electronic music. Features interviews with Dick Mills, Brian Hodgson, Verity Lambert and the late Delia Derbyshire.
PDF PDF The Edge of Destruction PDF Documents A selection of Radio Times billings for the first three stories, plus the full script for the first ever episode of Doctor Who, An Unearthly Child, by Anthony Coburn. (DVD-ROM content only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).
The Edge of Destruction Arabic Soundtrack Doctor Who was widely sold abroad in the 1960s - often dubbed into a foreign language. The final episode of this story is presented with an option to view it with an Arabic soundtrack
30 The Edge of Destruction Marco Polo condensed version A condensed 30-minute version of the fourth ever Doctor Who story, a seven-part historical adventure which saw the TARDIS crew meet Marco Polo and Kubla Khan. Although completely missing from the BBC's archives, a tantalising glimpse of this lost story is given with the use of an off-air recording of the soundtrack, plus off-screen stills and production photographs.
The Keys of Marinus The Sets of Marinus An interview with designer Raymond Cusick about his work on the story. 
The Keys of Marinus Sweet cigarette cards
The Keys of Marinus Radio Times Listings
28 The Aztecs Remembering the Aztecs In a newly recorded exclusive documentary, actors John Ringham (Tlotoxl), Ian Cullen (ixta) and Walter Randall (Tonila) discuss their memories of the making of this story
24 The Aztecs Designing  the Aztecs The designer of The Aztecs, Barry Newbery, looks back on his contribution to the story in this specially recorded interview.
5 The Aztecs Cortez & Montezuma The history of the Aztecs, Montezuma and Cortez, as told by Valerie Singleton from an edition of Blue Peter originally broadcast on 21/09/70 on BBC1.
8 The Aztecs Restoring the Aztecs A look at the digital remastering process for this DVD, including VidFIRE which restores much of the original video appearance to archive film recordings, and has been used on all four episodes of this story.
The Aztecs Arabic Soundtrack Doctor Who was widely sold abroad in the 1960s - often dubbed into a foreign language. The final episode of this story is presented with an option to view it in Arabic.
2 The Aztecs Making Cocoa Tlotoxl and Tonila show you how to make this special Aztec drink!
The Aztecs Tardis Cam 3 Another brand-new model sequence from BBCi's TARDIS-cam feature is included on this DVD. For more information visit: www.bbc.co.uk/doctorwho
45 The Dalek Invasion of Earth Future Memories A new 45-minute documentary, featuring members of the cast of The Dalek Invasion of Earth discussing their memories of the making of the story. Featuring contributions from Ann Davies (Jenny), Nick Evans (Dalek/Slyther), Peter Fraser (David Campbell], David Graham (Dalek Voice], Bernard Kay (Tyler), Nicholas Smith (Wells), Peter Hawkins (Dalek voice) and Robert Jewell (Dalek
17 The Dalek Invasion of Earth Future Visions A newly-recorded documentary, looking at the work of this story's designer, Spencer Chapman.
10 The Dalek Invasion of Earth Talking Daleks A look at the creation of the Daleks' unique voices, with contributions from David Graham, Brian Hodgson, Nicholas Smith and Peter Hawkins.
7 The Dalek Invasion of Earth Now & Then A look back at the locations used in 1964 for the recording of this story, comparing and contrasting them to how they appear now, nearly 40 years later.
6 The Dalek Invasion of Earth Script to Screen An innovative animated demonstration of how the final episode was recorded using the camera script, clips, and the original designer's floorplans, demonstrating how the cameras followed the action.
30 Audio The Dalek Invasion of Earth Whatever Happened to Susan? An audio-only presentation of this 30-minute radio drama from 1993, written by Adrian Mourby and featuring Jane Asher as the Doctor's granddaughter, Susan Foreman.
1 The Dalek Invasion of Earth Rehearsal Film A short, silent colour 8mm film shot by Carole Ann Ford (Susan) on the last day of studio rehearsal. The film has unfortunately been double exposed, but is still a unique record of the making of 1960s Doctor Who.
7 The Dalek Invasion of Earth Dalek Cakes From an edition of Blue Peter screened on 03/02/66, Valerie Singleton shows us how to make Dalek cakes!
The Rescue Mounting the Rescue Documentary
The Romans What Has the Romans ever done for Us? Documentary
The Romans Wanna Write a Television Series? Featurette on writer and script writer Dennis Spooner.
The Romans Girls! Girls! Girls!  The 1860s featurette on the companions of the black and white era.
The Romans Roma Parva Featurette on studio designs and layout.
The Romans Blue Peter Excerpt featuring a Roman banquet.
37 The Web Planet Tales of Islop Many of the original cast and crew recall the making of this story. Featuring contributions from William Russell (Ian), Maureen O'Brien (Vicki), Martin Jarvis (Hilio), Verity Lambert (Producer), Richard Martin (Director), John Wood (Designer) and Sonia Markham (Make-up).
Audio The Web Planet The Lair of the Zarbi Supremo William Russell reads the short story from the first Doctor Who Annual, which sees the Doctor return to face the Zarbi on Vortis.
PDF The Web Planet The Doctor Who Annual 1965 1st one In the 1960s and 70s, the Doctor Who Annual was published every year in time for the Christmas market, and made an excellent stocking-filler! Now many of the early annuals are collectors; items. The first ever Doctor Who Annual from 1965 is presented on this DVD in its entirety. (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC/Mac)
The Web Planet Spanish Soundtrack Doctor Who was widely sold abroad in the 1960s - often dubbed into a foreign language. The final episode of this story is presented with an option to view it with a Spanish soundtrack. (With thanks to Colin Young).
Slides The Web Planet Give-a-Show Slides A popular toy of the 1960s and 70s was the Chad Valley Give-a-Show Projector, where images from cartoon slides could be projected onto a wall or screen. A set of Doctor Who slides was released in 1965, based on The Web Planet, and are reproduced on this DVD. (With thanks to Colin Young).
Text The Time Meddler Verity Lambert Obituary A concise essay looking back over the career of one of Doctor Who's co-creators.
2 The Time Meddler Verity Lambert Gallery Short collection of photos of the trailblazing producer.
15 The Time Meddler Stripped for Action - The First Doctor A look at the First Doctor's comic strip adventures. Featuring interviews with artist Bill Mevin, comics historians Jeremy Bentham and John Ainsworth, and former Doctor Who Magazine editors Gary Russell and Alan Barnes.
1 The Time Meddler The Lost Twelve Seconds Twelve seconds from the fourth episode, Checkmate, are still missing, excised by overseas censors prior to recovery of the print. This short item uses an off-air audio recording and the original script to place the cut material in context within the story.
4 The Time Meddler Restoration A featurette showing 'before and after' examples of techniques used during the restoration of The Time Meddler for its DVD release.
PDF The Time Meddler Radio Times Billings Articles and Listings for this story's original transmission from the BBC magazine Radio Times presented in a PDF file (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).
6 The War Machines Now & Then A Look at the  locations used in making of the story, comparing how they are today.
16 The War Machines Blue Peter A compilation of features relating to The War Machines from the children's magazine show. Valerie Singleton shows new stamps of the Post Office Tower; Christopher Trace goes to visit the tower and shows viewers how to build a model of it; a War Machine visits the Blue Peter studio; and schoolchildren bring in a Dalek they built at school.
7 The War Machines One Foot in the Past Politician and ex-Postmaster General Tony Benn investigates the history of the Post Office Tower and ; allowed up to the now-defunct revolving restaurant and onto the roof, in this extract from the BBC2 how.
9 The War Machines Wotan Assembly A look at how these four episode were restored and remastered for this DVD
PDF The War Machines War Machine Design Plan Designs for a powerful machine (DVD-ROM only -to be viewed on PC/Mac).
PDF The War Machines Radio Times Billings Episode listings and illustrations for The War Machines from the BBC listings magazine Radio Times [DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC/Mac).

Second Doctor

Mins Media Story Feature Description
3 The Tomb of the Cybermen Introduction by Morris Barry Recorded in 1992 for the original UK video release of this Story, Director Morris Barry talks about the casting of the Cybercontroller, and the impact the story had at the time of transmission.
2 The Tomb of the Cybermen Late Night Line-Up A popular BBC magazine programme from the 1960s, this particular edition [originally screened 25/11/6?) features BBC Visual Effects Designer Jack Kine discussing with Joan Bakewell the department's work on Doctor Who. This edited extract showcases many props from the series - including the Cybermats in colour!
28 The Tomb of the Cybermen Tombwatch To celebrate the return of The Tomb of the Cybermen to the BBC, the Doctor Who Appreciation Society together with Dominitemporal Services Ltd, arranged for the story to be screened for the first time in nearly 25 years on Sunday 26th April 1992 at BAFTA in London. In attendance were Frazer Mines, Deborah Watling, Shirley Cooklin, Michael Kilgarriff, Peter Bryant and Victor Pemberton, and the highlights of this day are presented on this DVD for the first time.
1 The Tomb of the Cybermen The Final End' The Tomb of the Cybermen begins with the TARDIS leaving Skaro, homeworld of the Daleks. Although the last episode of The Evil of the Daleks no longer exists, part of the final climactic battle scene does still survive, in the form of an 8mm cine film shot at Baling Studios. Extracts from this film are presented along with the original programme's soundtrack in order to give some idea of how the Daleks' 'final end' may have appeared...
3 The Tomb of the Cybermen Title Sequence Tests A selection of test sequences and raw footage, much of it ultimately unused, that went into the creation of the Patrick Troughton version of the Doctor Who title sequence.
1 The Tomb of the Cybermen Restoration A short feature - with subtitle commentary - showing how the surviving film prints of this story have been cleaned up in preparation for its release on DVD.
34 The Mind Robber The Fact of Fiction - The Making of 'The Mind Robber' The cast and crew of The Mind Robber look back on the making of this story, which had more than its fair share of challenges and memorable moments. With contributions from Frazer Hines (Jamie), Wendy Padbury (Zoe), Hamish Wilson (Jamie), Christopher Robbie (the Karkus), David Maloney (director), Peter Ling (writer), Derrick Sherwin (script editor and writer] and Evan Hercules (designer).
22 The Mind Robber Highlander - The Jamie McCrimmon Story Frazer Hines takes an informal look back at his time in Doctor Who as Jamie McCrimmon, his connections to the programme, and his career away frond the TARDIS.
10 The Mind Robber Basil Brush During the 1970s, Doctor Who and Basil Brush were inextricably entwined in the Saturday evening TV schedule. This sketch from 1975 features an appearance by one of the Second Doctor's most popular foes, the fearsome Yeti, which utilises original Doctor Who costumes from the 1960s
11 The Invasion Flash Frames A featurette about the creation of the animated episodes, including interviews with the team at Cosgrove Hall.
15 The Invasion Love Off-Air An affectionate tribute to the people dedicated enough to capture the soundtracks of Doctor Who throughout the 1960s, in the days before video recorders. Includes interviews with fans who recorded Doctor Who off air, and with Mark Ayres, who remastered these soundtracks for the new animation.
1 The Invasion Trailers Two animated trailers for The Invasion.
2 The Invasion Character Design A short featurette showcasing Steve Maher's character design drawings and tests for the animated episodes.
50 The Invasion Evolution of the Invasion Cast and crew recall making The Invasion. This documentary features contributions from actors Wendy Padbury, Frazer Hines, Nicholas Courtney, Kevin Stoney, Sally Faulkner, Peter Halliday, Edward Burnham and Ian Fairbairn, plus script editor Terrance Dicks and production assistant Chris D'Oyly-John.
2 The Invasion VHS Links Nicholas Courtney's links to camera from the BBC Video 1993 VHS release of The Invasion
23 The Seeds of Death Sssowing The Ssseedsss An all-new 25-minute feature about the on-screen realisation of the Ice Warriors themselves, and the making of The Seeds of Death. Includes contributions from Ice Warrior actors Alan Bennion, Sonny Caldinez and Bernard Bresslaw, plus make-up supervisor Sylvia James.
1 The Seeds of Death The Last Dalek BBC designer Tony Cornell was working at Ealing film studios in May 1967, during the filming of the climactic Dalek battle scenes from The Evil of the Daleks - a story which is now missing from the BBC archives. He took an 8mm film camera with him, and made this 10-minute black and white silent film of the day's events. Original effects designers Michealjohn Harris and Peter Day provide a commentary on the action.
1 The Seeds of Death New Zealand Censor Clips When Doctor Who was sold to New Zealand in the 1960s, some episodes had small sequences removed before screening, because they were considered too frightening, disturbing or violent. In 2002, a reel of these censored clips was discovered in a private collection by New Zealand fan Graham Howard. It was found to contain material from the missing episodes of The Web of Fear (1968) and The Wheel in Space (1968) which are presented for the first time on this DVD.
1 The Seeds of Death Tardis Cam 5 Another brand-new model sequence from BBCi's TARDIS-cam feature is included on this disc. For more information visit: www.bbc.co.uk/doctorwho
36 The War Games War Zone A new documentary about the making of The War Games. Featuring actors Frazer Mines, Wendy Padbury, Bernard Horsfall, Jane Sherwin and Graham Weston, director David Maloney, producer Derrick lerwin, writer Terrance Dicks, designer Roger Cheveley, Doctor Who Magazine editor Tom Spilsbury, and new writers Paul Cornell, James Moran and Joseph Lidster.
21 The War Games Shades of Grey The War Games saw the end of black-and-white Doctor Who. This documentary examines the limitations - and advantages - of monochrome. With actors Frazer Mines, Wendy Padbury and Jane Irwin, script editors Terrance Dicks and Derrick Sherwin, director Timothy Combe, production designer Roger eveley, graphic designer Bernard Lodge and sound designer Brian Hodgson. Narrated by Gerard Murphy.
9 The War Games Now & Then The locations of The War Games, forty years on.
17 The War Games The Doctor's Composer A unique insight - the popular and respected Doctor Who composer Dudley Simpson discusses his first five years on the programme.
8 The War Games Sylvia James - In Conversation Make-up designer Sylvia James talks about her work on Patrick Troughton's Doctor Who stories.
24 The War Games Talking about Regeneration Regeneration, the key to longevity for both the Doctor and the show, is explored in this new documentary by actors Peter Davison and Kate O'Mara, and writers Rob Shearman, Joseph Lidster, Clayton Hickman and Gareth Roberts.
15 The War Games Time Zones The facts behind the fiction - historians discuss the reality behind the various conflicts featured in The War Games. With political historian Martin Farr, military historian Crispin Swayne, Newcastle University's Lindsay Allison-Jones, and author Susan-Mary Grant.
13 The War Games Stripped for Action - The Second Doctor The continuing series of features focussing on the Doctor's comic strip adventures looks at the Second Doctor. With former Doctor Who Magazine editors Alan Barnes and Gary Russell, i comics historians Jeremy Bentham and John Ainsworth.
19 The War Games On Target - Malcolm Hulke Before home video and DVD, fans re-lived the Doctor's television adventures through the immensely popular Target books. The first in a series of features on the Target range looks at the work of writer Malcolm Hulke. With authors Terrance Dicks, Gary Russell and David J Howe, and artist Chris Achilleos.
19 The War Games Devious What exactly happened to the Doctor between The War Games and Spearhead from Space? One answer is provided by Devious, an amateur Doctor Who film that has been shooting for over a decade. The production team managed to secure an appearance by Jon Pertwee, in what was to become his last ever appearance as the Third Doctor. Featuring a commentary from the production team.
PDF The War Games PDF material Radio Times listings, BBC Enterprises sales literature and original design plans of the SIDRAT in t (DVD-Rom only - to be viewed on PC/Mac]



Audio Lost in Time Soundtrack Soundtracks of the second and fourth episodes of The Crusade
Lost in Time Introduction from William Russell Introductions to episodes 1 and 3 of The Crusade from William Russell (Ian Chesterton]
Lost in Time Clips Surviving clips from The Daleks' Master Plan, The Smugglers, and The Tenth Planet
Lost in Time Film Footage Film footage showing the making of The Smugglers on location
Lost in Time 8mm off-screen 8mm off-screen footage from various episodes
Lost in Time Soundtrack Soundtracks of the first and third episodes of The Moonbase
Lost in Time Clips Surviving clips from The Power of the Daleks, The Highlanders, The Underwater Menace, and The Macra Terror BBC-1 trailer for The Power of the Daleks
Lost in Time The Last Dalek The Last Dalek: a short film, with commentary, showing the making of The Evil of the Daleks at Ealing film studios 8mm off-screen footage from various episodes
Lost in Time Clips Surviving clips from The Abominable Snowmen, The Web of Fear, Fury from the Deep, The Wheel in Space, and The Space Pirates.
Lost in Time Film Footage Film footage showing the making of The Abominable Snowmen on location, and Fury from the Deep in the studio.
Lost in Time The Missing Years The Missing Years: a documentary about the missing episodes of Doctor Who. Additional Material narrated by Frazer Mines and Deborah Watling.


Third Doctor

Mins Media Story Feature Description
4 Spearhead in Space UNIT Recruitment Film Made in 1993 for the programme's thirtieth anniversary celebrations on BBC1, this five-minute "featurette" gives a light-hearted overview of the UNIT organisation throughout all periods of the programme's history. Directed by Kevin Davies and featuring the vocal talents of Dexter Fletcher ('Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels'), it showcases some of UNIT'S finest hours...
Spearhead in Space Trailers Specially-made television trailers from 1999's BBC2 repeat season are included
Doctor Who and the Silurians Isolated Music Isolated synchronous music from the story, composed by Carey Blyton, is available on a separate audio track.
35 Doctor Who and the Silurians What Lies Beneath A documentary showing how the socio-political climate of the late Doctor Who story. Featuring Doctor Who story. Featuring director Timothy Combe, producer Barry Letts, script editor Terrance Dicks, actors Caroline John, Nicholas Courtney and Peter Miles, new series writer Paul Cornell and former MP Roy Hattersley. Narrated by Geoffrey Palmer.
18 Doctor Who and the Silurians Going Underground The story's producer, director and designer discuss the problems of shooting underground caves and cave-dwelling monsters in the confines of a TV studio. Featuring Barry Letts, Timothy Combe, Barry Newbery, Terrance Dicks, Caroline John, Nicholas Courtney and Peter Miles.
9 Doctor Who and the Silurians Now & Then Comparing and contrasting locations used in the story during production with how they appear today. Narrated by Geoffrey Palmer.
13 Doctor Who and the Silurians Musical Scales A look at an extraordinary era of musical experimentation within Doctor Who, with special emphasis on the musical scores for Doctor Who and the Silurians and The Sea Devils. Featuring producer Barry Letts, composer Mark Ayres and directors Timothy Combe, Christopher Barry and Michael Briant, with an archive appearance from Radiophonic composer Malcolm Clarke.
4 Doctor Who and the Silurians Colour Siliurian Overlay A fascinating featurette explaining how the story was restored to its present glory using a combination of black and white film prints, off-air American Betamax video recordings and modern video processing technology. Narrated by IT Williams.
PDF Doctor Who and the Silurians Radio Times Billings Illustrations, articles and listings for this story from the BBC magazine Radio Times in a PDF file (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).
35 Inferno Can You Hear the Earth Scream? A special 35-minute documentary that looks at the making of Inferno. With contributions from Caroline John (Liz Shaw], Nicholas Courtney (the Brigadier], John Levene, (Benton), Ian Fairbairn (Bromley), Barry Letts (producer), Terrance Dicks (script editor] and Derek Ware (stunt arranger).
36 Inferno The UNIT Family (Part One) A 36-minute feature looking at the role that UNIT had in the world of Doctor Who, from its inception in the Patrick Troughton years, through to the end of Jon Pertwee's first year as the Doctor. With contributions from UNIT creator Derrick Sherwin, Barry Letts, Terrance Dicks, Nicholas Courtney, Caroline John, John Levene and Derek Ware.
1 Inferno Deleted Scene When this story was returned to the BBC in colour from Canada in the 1980s, it was discovered to contain a scene that was not included in the UK transmission of the story. The 2-minute scene is included here, and features Jon Pertwee voicing a radio announcer in a rather-too-obvious manner, which was the reason the scene was dropped in the first place.
5 Inferno Visuals Effects Promo Film In the early 1970s, the BBC's Visual Effects Department put together a showreel of their various contributions to programmes such as Doctor Who, Marty Amok, The Caves of Steel and Doomwatch amongst others. This 6-minute excerpt from the film shows their work on the Doctor Who stories The Ambassadors of Death (1970) and Inferno,
2 Inferno The Pertwee Years Introduction Jon Pertwee's original introduction to the final episode of this story, from the 1992 BBC video release Doctor Who: The Pertwee Years.
PDF Inferno Radio Times Billings Illustrations, articles and listings for this story from the BBC listings magazine Radio Times from its 1970 transmission (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).
PDF Inferno The Doctor Who Annual 1971 In the 1960s, 1970s and early 1980s, the Doctor Who Annual was published every year in time for the Christmas market, and made an excellent stocking-filler! Now many of the annuals are collectors items. The Doctor Who Annual from 1971 - the first to feature Jon Pertwee's Doctor - is presented on this DVD in its entirety. (DVD-ROM only-to be viewed on PC/Mac).
25 The Claws of Axos Behind the Scenes (Deleted & Extended Scenes) A 25-minute selection of studio recorded material from the making of this story, including material that was recorded but ultimately never used in the finished programme. Optional subtitles may be selected to give the viewer additional information.
6 The Claws of Axos Now & Then A look back at the Dungeness locations used in 1970 for the recording of this story, comparing and contrasting them to how they appear nearly 35 years later. Narrated by Katy Manning.
10 The Claws of Axos Reverse Standards Conversion - The Axon Legacy A 10-minute documentary which looks at the restoration of this story for DVD. How did NTSC colour videotapes supplied to Canada in the 1970s enable this story to be released completely in colour?
14 The Claws of Axos Directing Who Michael Ferguson, the director of The Claws of Axos, talks about his memories of working on the story in this 15-minute documentary
The Sea Devils Isolated Music Isolated synchronous music from the story, composed by Malcolm Clarke, is available on a separate audio track.
36 The Sea Devils Hello Sailor! The trials and tribulations faced during the making of this story are discussed by the cast and production team. Featuring producer Barry Letts, script editor Terrance Dicks, director Michael Briant, actors Katy Manning and Donald Sumpter and stuntman Stuart Fell, along with Royal Navy personnel who appeared as extras during location filming. Narrated by David Cann.
3 The Sea Devils 8mm Film An amateur cine film shot during location filming at the Royal Naval base by one of the sailors who appeared as an extra. With commentary from director Michael Briant, producer Barry Letts and script editor Terrance Dicks.
6 The Sea Devils Trails and Continuity BBC1 trails and continuity recreated from off-air audio recordings made during the story's original transmission in 1972.
PDF The Sea Devils The Making of Doctor Who The classic Piccolo book The Making of Doctor Who, first published in 1972, is presented here in its entirety as a PDF file (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC or Mac).
20 The Three Doctors Patrick Troughton Interview Shortly after The Three Doctors was transmitted, Patrick Troughton appeared on the BBC's lunchtime magazine programme Pebble Mill at One, and gave a rare interview about his time as the Doctor. Also featured in this segment is a demonstration by Bernard Wilkie of the BBC Visual Effects department, and a selection of monsters from the programme - including the Gell Guards.
29 The Three Doctors Jon Pertwee at Panopticon Jon Pertwee and Katy Manning take to the stage at the lavish 1993 Panopticon convention staged by Dominitemporal Services Ltd to celebrate thirty years of Doctor Who. Highlights from this panel are exclusively included on this disc for the first time.
13 The Three Doctors Blue Peter The long-running BBC children's programme Blue Peter celebrated the tenth anniversary of Doctor Who on 5th November, 1973. This look back at the history of the programme features the only surviving clip of the Doctor's first regeneration from William Hartnell to Patrick Troughton in The Tenth Planet Episode 4 - an instalment now missing from the BBC archives.
10 The Three Doctors BSB Highlights On September 22nd and 23rd 1990, satellite TV company BSB devoted a whole weekend to Doctor Who. The Three Doctors was screened, alongside interviews with Terrance Dicks (script editor), Nicholas Courtney (The Brigadier) and Bob Baker and Dave Martin (writers) discussing their contributions to the story.
4 The Three Doctors The Five Faces of Doctor Who When BBC2 decided to host a season of repeats of old Doctor Who stories in 1981, The Three Doctors was chosen for transmission. Included is the full trailer for this repeat season, which also featured the stories An Unearthly Child, The Krotons, Carnival of Monsters and Logopolis.
1 The Three Doctors BBC 1 Trailer
2 The Three Doctors 40th Anniversary
Carnival of Monsters Extended and Deleted Scenes Additional material from an earlier version of Episode Two which was mistakenly screened in Australia in the mid 1970s.
1 Carnival of Monsters Behind the Scenes - 'Looking In' Looking In was originally broadcast on 7th November 1972 as part of the BBC's 50th anniversary celebrations. The programme contained a section looking at the making of Carnival of Monsters, and this segment is included on this DVD.
4 Carnival of Monsters Model Sequences The original 16mm visual effects test film sequences for this story are included, showing the Drashig puppets and model spacecraft.
3 Carnival of Monsters Using CSO Colour Separation Overlay was a new technique at the BBC in the 1970s. In this short internal training film, Barry Letts demonstrates the process.
1 Carnival of Monsters Alternative Theme Music For the programme's tenth anniversary, a new version of the theme music was composed by the BBC's Radiophonic Workshop for use with the existing title sequence. Although it was eventually decided not to use this music for broadcast, the early versions of Episode Two of Carnival of Monsters did have the music added. Included are the full opening and closing credits of that early version of the episode.
4 Carnival of Monsters Trailer 'The Five Faces of Doctor Who' When BBC2 decided to broadcast a season of repeats of old Doctor Who stories in 1981, Carnival of Monsters was chosen to represent the Third Doctor's era. Included is the full trailer for this repeat season, which also featured the stories An Unearthly Child, The Krotons, The Three Doctors and Logopolis.
1 Carnival of Monsters Alternative Episode Ending For the 1981 repeat, producer/director Barry Letts requested that 44 seconds of material be cut from the end of the final episode, due to Peter Halliday's bald-cap slipping in some shots. This shortened 'director's preferred' ending is included here.
< 1 Carnival of Monsters Tardis Cam 2 To tie in with the new TARDIS-cam' feature from BBCi, another of the specially-shot short sequences - each showing the TARDIS in unique locations - is included on this disc. For more information visit: www.bbc.co.uk/doctorwho
10 The Green Death Global Conspiracy? An exclusive investigation into the social changes surrounding the closure of Llanfairfach's colliery, presented by the BBC's original Man Alive industrial correspondent, Terry Scanlon. With contributions from Mark Elgin, Professor Clifford Jones and Talfryn Pritchard.
11 The Green Death Visuals Effects Colin Mapson, who assisted visual effects designer Ron Dates on this story, talks about his involvement with The Green Death, and demonstrates how to build a giant maggot.
6 The Green Death Robert Sloman The writer of The Green Death, Robert Sloman, discusses the inspirations and philosophies behind the story.
7 The Green Death Stewart Bevan An interview with the actor who played Professor Clifford Jones, the environmentally-conscious professor who falls for the Doctor's companion, Jo Grant, in this story.
29 The Time Warrior Begining the End The cast and crew of The Time Warrior look back on the making of this story, in this newly produced featurette. Partially shot on location at Peckforton Castle, the original location used in this story, it features contributions from Elisabeth Sladen (Sarah), Donald Pelmear (Rubeish), Jeremy Bulloch (Hal), Barry Letts (producer), Terrance Dicks (script editor) and Keith Cheetham (designer).
The Time Warrior CGI Effects This gives the viewer the option to watch the story with some of the original effects replaced by new CGI versions, although the original version of the story will play unless this option is selected. There are 16 new sequences in total.
1 The Time Warrior Continuity Compilation A selection of off-air continuity announcements from the original BBC transmission of The Time Warrior
PDF The Time Warrior Radio Times Billings Illustrations, articles and listings for this story from the BBC magazine Radio Times in a PDF file (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).
PDF The Time Warrior The Doctor Who Annual 1974 In the 1960s, 1970s and early 1980s, the Doctor Who Annual was published every year in time for the Christmas market, and made an excellent stocking-filler! Now many of the annuals are collectors items. The Doctor Who Annual from 1974 is presented on this DVD in its entirety. (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).


Fourth Doctor

Robot Are Friends Electric? This new documentary examines Tom Baker's introduction as the Doctor and the making of his first story, Robot. Featuring actors Tom Baker, Elisabeth Sladen, Alec Linstead, Patricia Maynard, Michael Kilgarriff and Edward Burnham, producers Barry Letts and Philip Hinchcliffe, script editor Terrance Dicks, director Christopher Barry and production unit manager George Gallacio.
Robot The Tunnel Effect Graphic designer Bernard Lodge explains how he created the complex opening titles for Tom Baker's stories. Narrated by George Kelly.
Robot Blue Peter An extract from a programme first broadcast 23/05/1974, when, due to industrial action, the Blue Peter team were obliged to present the programme from the set of Robot.
PDF Robot Radio Times Listings Listings for this story from the BBC magazine Radio Times from its original transmission in a PDF file (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).
PDF Robot BBC Enterprise Literature Selected literature produced by BBC Enterprises about Season 18 is available to view. (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).
10 The Ark in Space Designing Doctor Who Roger Murray-Leach Interview The designer of The Ark in Space, Roger Murray-Leach, looks back on his contribution to this and other stories, in this specially recorded interview.
5 The Ark in Space News Item Tom Baker Interview Before Tom Baker was seen on-screen as the Fourth Doctor, a BBC local news crew caught up with the Doctor Who team during filming for Revenge of the Cybermen at Wookey Hole. Here, Tom Baker gives a unique insight into how the public might react to his new interpretation of the role.
7 The Ark in Space Model Sequences The original 16mm model film sequences for this story showing the exterior of the Ark, the shuttle taking off, and the Wirrn spacewalking.
The Ark in Space CGI Feature The BBC Visual Effects department have remodelled certain shots from this story using cutting-edge CGI technology. The story can be viewed with these new effects replacing the original model shots. In addition, a 3-D technical schematic of the Ark itself is included.
1 The Ark in Space BBC 1 Trailer The trailer for the original 1975 BBC1 transmission of Part One.
1 The Ark in Space Unused Title Sequence When Tom Baker took over from Jon Pertwee, a new version of the show's title sequence was needed. Before the eventual sequence was decided on, another version was experimented with but never used. It is included here for the first time.
The Ark in Space Tardis Cam 2
1 The Ark in Space Space Station Schematics
39 The Sontaran Experiment Built for War The genesis and development of the Sontaran race through the history of the series, as told by some of the actors and production team involved. This specially produced documentary includes contributions from Terrance Dicks, Elisabeth Sladen, Anthony Read, Colin Baker, Nicola Bryant, Bob Baker, Eric Saward and Stuart Fell.
62 Genesis of the Daleks Genesis of a Classic A special 62-minute documentary, looking at the making of Genesis of the Daleks with contributions from many of the cast and crew of the story. Featuring Tom Baker (the Doctor), Elisabeth Sladen (Sarah), Philip Hinchcliffe (Producer), Barry Letts and Terrance Dicks (outgoing Producer and Script Editor), David Maloney (Director), Michael Wisher (Davros), Peter Miles (Nyder), James Garbutt (Ronson), Guy Siner (Ravon) Dennis Chinnery (Gharman), Roy Skelton (Dalek voice), Cy Town and John Scott Martin (Dalek Operators), Sylvia James (Make­up), Dick Mills (Sound Designer), and Duncan Brown [Studio Lighting).
55 Genesis of the Daleks The Dalek Tapes A 55-minute feature, which tells the story of Doctor Who's most iconic villains, as well as providing a history of the 'classic series' Dalek stories along with rare footage from programmes such as Blue Peter and Vision On. With contributions from Timothy Combe, Peter Day, Terrance Dicks, Derek Dodd, Ken Grieve, Graeme Harper, Philip Hinchcliffe, David Maloney, Richard Martin, Royce Mills, Terry Molloy, Eric Saward Roy Skelton, Cy Town and Anneke Wills. Narrated by 1980s Davros actor Terry Molloy.
6 Genesis of the Daleks Continuity Compilation A selection of off-air continuity announcements for the various BBC transmissions of the story.
7 Genesis of the Daleks Blue Peter An item from March 1975 (during the transmission of Genesis of the Daleks] which looks at a collection of Doctor Who models built by a 16-year-old viewer. Featuring presenters John Noakes, Peter Purves (who appeared alongside William Hartnell's Doctor as companion Steven Taylor) and Leslie Judd.
PDF Genesis of the Daleks Radio Times Billings Illustrations, articles and listings for this story from the BBC listings magazine Radio Times from its 1975 transmission (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).
PDF Genesis of the Daleks The Doctor Who Annual 1976 In the 1960s, 1970s and early 1980s, the Doctor Who Annual was published every year in time for the Christmas market, and made an excellent stocking-filler! Now many of the annuals are collectors items. The Doctor Who Annual from 1976 is presented on this DVD in its entirety. (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).
25 Planet of Evil A Darker Side A selection of key production personnel look at the making of Planet of Evil, in this 25-minute documentary. With contributions from producer Philip Hinchcliffe, writer Louis Marks, designer Roger Murray-Leach, director David Maloney, and actors Tom Baker (the Doctor), Elisabeth Sladen (Sarah) and Prentis Hancock (Salamar).
13 Planet of Evil Planetery Performance A look at the production of Planet of Evil from an actor's perspective. With contributions from Tom Baker (the Doctor), Elisabeth Sladen (Sarah), Prentis Hancock (Salamar), Tony McEwan (Baldwin) and Graham Weston (De Haan).
1 Planet of Evil Studio Scene A single segment, lasting less than one minute, of original studio recording material survives from this story. This brief clip was kept by chance at the end of the BBC's transmission master tape of the first episode.
1 Planet of Evil Continuity Compilation A selection of off-air continuity announcements for the various BBC transmissions of the story.
PDF Planet of Evil Radio Times Billings Illustrations, articles and listings for this story from the BBC listings magazine Radio Times from its 1975 transmission (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).
2 Pyramids of Mars Deleted Scenes A short selection of deleted and extended scenes from the story.
22 Pyramids of Mars Osirian Gothic A nostalgic look back at the making of Pyramids of Mars, with contributions from actors Elisabeth Sladen (Sarah), Bernard Archard (Marcus Scarman), Michael Sheard (Laurence Scarman), Peter Copley (Dr Warlock), Gabriel Woolf (Sutekh), plus producer Philip Hinchcliffe, director Paddy Russell and designer Christine Ruscoe.
41 Pyramids of Mars Serial Thrillers Pyramids of Mars is considered one of the many classic Doctor Who stories made in the three years that producer Philip Hinchcliffe was in charge of the programme. This documentary looks at the Hinchcliffe era and attempts to discover what made this one of the most successful and popular periods in Doctor Who's history. Featuring contributions from actress Elisabeth Sladen, director David Maloney, writer Robert Banks Stewart, designers Christine Ruscoe and Roger Murray-Leach, as well as Hinchcliffe himself.
7 Pyramids of Mars Now & Then A look back at the locations used in 1975 for the recording of this story, comparing and contrasting them to how they appear now, nearly thirty years later. Narrated by Michael Sheard.
6 Pyramids of Mars Oh Mummy At last, the full untold story of Sutekh the Destroyer, last of the Osirians - and his career after Pyramids of Mars!
31 The Brain of Morbius Getting a Head An exclusive documentary on the making of a classic slice of gothic Doctor Who. Contributors include director Christopher Barry, producer Philip Hinchcliffe, writer Terrance Dicks, designer Barry Newbery, composer Dudley Simpson, and actors Philip Madoc (Solon), Cynthia Grenville (Maren), Colin Fay (Condo)and Gillian Brown (Qhica). Narrated by Paul McGann.
6 The Brain of Morbius Designs on Karn Designer Barry Newbery talks about how he achieved the distinctive look of The Brain of Morbius.  
2 The Brain of Morbius Set Tour A 3D CGI reconstruction of the sets built for The Brain of Morbius in studio TCI, BBC Television Centre.
2 The Brain of Morbius Sketch Gallery A selection of original design sketches and DVD concept artwork.
PDF The Brain of Morbius Radio Times Listings Episode listings for The Brain of Morbius from the BBC listings magazine Radio Times (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC/Mac).
50 The Hand of Fear Changing Time A special 50-minute documentary that looks at the making of The Hand of Fear, and also examines the special relationship between the Doctor and his companion, Sarah Jane Smith: With contributions from actors Tom Baker, Elisabeth Sladen, Glyn Houston, Rex Robinson and Stephen Thome, producers Barry Letts and Philip Hinchcliffe, script editor Terrance Dicks, writer Bob Baker and visual effects designer Colin Mapson.
10 The Hand of Fear Swap Shop Noel Edmonds interviews Tom Baker and Elisabeth Sladen in this extract from the BBC1 Saturday morning children's programme The Multi-Coloured Swap Shop, transmitted on 2nd October 1976. This is been taken from non-broadcast quality source, and therefore quality may vary.
1 The Hand of Fear Continuity Compilation A selection of off-air continuity announcements for the various BBC transmissions of the story.
PDF The Hand of Fear Radio Times Billings Illustrations, articles and listings for this story from the BBC listings magazine Radio Times from its 1975 transmission (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).
PDF The Hand of Fear The Doctor Who Annual 1977 In the 1960s, 1970s and early 1980s, the Doctor Who Annual was published every year in time for the Christmas market, and made an excellent stocking-filler! Now many of the annuals are collectors items. The Doctor Who Annual from 1977 is presented on this DVD in its entirety. (DVD-ROM only-to be viewed on PC/Mac).
29 The Deadly Assassin The Matrix Revisited Cast, crew and critics look back at the making of The Deadly Assassin. With actors Tom Baker and Bernard Horsfall, producer Philip Hinchcliffe, director David Maloney, designer Roger Murray-Leach, founding president of the Doctor Who Appreciation Society Jan Vincent-Rudzki, and the founder of the National Viewers and Listeners Association Mary Whitehouse. Narrated by Sarah Griffiths.
10 The Deadly Assassin The Gallifrayan Candidate This documentary looks at Richard Condon's novel The Manchurian Candidate, adapted in 1962 into a film thriller starring Frank Sinatra, which is often cited as being a major influence on the plot of The Deadly Assassin. With Newcastle University's Stacy Gillis and Oxford University's Andrew Shall.
16 The Deadly Assassin The Frighten Factor What exactly is Doctor Who's 'Frighten Factor'? A diverse panel of experts try to answer the question. With producer Barry Letts, script editor Terrance Dicks, education psychologist Lucy Lewis, church minister Peter Cavanna, Doctor Who Magazine's editor Tom Spilsbury and assistant editor Peter Ware, Doctor Who Adventures magazine editor Moray Laing and head writer Annabel Gibson, writer John Dorney, television archivist Jim ngster and Doctor Who expert Alex Lydiate. Narrated by Simon Ockendon
PDF The Deadly Assassin Radio Times Billings Listings forThe Deadly Assassin from the Radio Times from its original transmission in a PDF file (DVD-ROM - to be viewed on PC or Mac).
26 Image of the Fendahl After Image Anthony Read (Script Editor) and Colin Mapson (Visual Effects Designer] join actors Louise Jameson, Edward Arthur and Wanda Ventham in their analysis of the story.
11 Image of the Fendahl Deleted and Extended Scenes Material originally edited out of the programme is presented here courtesy of a low-quality monochrome video cording made during production.
1 Image of the Fendahl Trailer The original BBC1 trailer screened prior to this story's transmission in 1977.
PDF Image of the Fendahl Radio Times Billings Listings for Image of the Fendahl from the Radio Times from its original transmission in a PDF file (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC or Mac).
29 The Leisure Hive A New Beginning A look at the radical changes made to Doctor Who by John Nathan-Turner for his first story as producer, which opened the programme's eighteenth year on BBC1. With contributions from Lovett Bickford, Christopher H Bidmead, John Leeson [Voice of K9], Peter Howell (Music), Sid Sutton (Title Sequence), June Hudson (Costume Designer), Val McCrimmon (Assistant Floor Manager) and archive interviews with Tom Baker and John Nathan-Turner.
14 The Leisure Hive From Avalon to Argolis Writer David Fisher and script editor Christopher H Bidmead examine the making of The Leisure Hive from the screenwriter's point of view.
9 The Leisure Hive Synthesizing Starfields Graphic designer Sid Sutton and composer Peter Howell recall their creation of the brand-new title sequence and theme arrangement, which was first used on this story.
6 The Leisure Hive Leisure Wear Costume designer June Hudson talks about her inspirations for creating the costumes seen in this story.
3 The Leisure Hive Blue Peter A segment from the edition of the popular BBC1 children's magazine programme shown on April 3rd 1980. This item features a look around the Longleat Doctor Who exhibition with presenter Tina Heath, plus the first on-screen interview with new producer John Nathan-Turner.
The Leisure Hive Music-only Option Peter Howell's specially-composed soundtrack for this story is included as a music-only option, synchronised with the main soundtrack.
Robots of Death Featurette Model Sequences Various model shots of the Sandminer prop crawling across the stormy landscape were recorded, but not all of them were used in the finished programme. What remains today is a black & white timecoded video recording of these sequences, selections of which are included on this disc (with thanks to Jan Vincent-Rudzki)
Robots of Death Featurette In-Studio included with above To demonstrate the work done on 'Doctor Who' after recording, there is a small section of material presented without sound effects, music or voice-dubbing. Featuring the Doctor and Leela's first meeting with SV7, it is most noticeable for the inclusion of the jntreated robot voices.
Robots of Death Studio Floor Plans The Robots of Death' was filmed in two recording blocks at the BBC. The first took place in late November 1976 in studio TC8, the second in early December in studio TCI. The layout of the studios was different on both occasions, and floor plans for both the studio sessions are featured on this disc.
58 The Talons of Weng-Chiang Whose Doctor Who The day after the final episode of The Talons of Weng-Chiang was transmitted, BBC2 screened this special documentary in The Lively Arts series. Presented by Melvyn Bragg, this was the first television documentary to look back on the history of Doctor Who and explore the social background of the series and its appeal to viewers. It also looked behind-the-scenes at the making of The Talons of Weng-Chiang.
25 The Talons of Weng-Chiang Blue Peter Theatre A compilation of material from the long-running children's magazine programme. A1974 edition, features a strike­bound Blue Peter team having to leave their usual studio and present the programme from the set of the first Tom Baker story, Robot. Plus a series of features from 1977 in which the team make a Doctor Who theatre, complete with sets and monsters and, with the help of sound man Dick Mills, show how viewers can make their own sound effects to accompany the performance.
23 The Talons of Weng-Chiang Behind the Scenes A 25-minute selection of footage detailing the studio recording of The Talons of Weng-Chiang. This archive ma is sourced from a poor quality, non-broadcast source, but gives a fascinating and unique insight into the makin ofthis story.
11 The Talons of Weng-Chiang Philip Hinchcliffe Interview In an interview for daytime magazine programme Pebble Mill at One in 1977, series producer Philip Hinchcliffe discusses with David Seymour his work on Doctor Who, and the possible effects of the portrayal of on-screen violence.
2 The Talons of Weng-Chiang Trails and Continuity A collection of trailers and continuity announcements for both The Talons of Weng-Chiang and Whose Doctor V
1 The Talons of Weng-Chiang Tardis-Cam No 6 The last-ever model sequence from BBCi's Tardis-cam feature. For more information visit: www.bbc.co.uk/doctorwho
35 Horror of Fang Rock  Terrance Dicks: Fact & Fiction Terrance Dicks' writing career spans 60 years and this feature documentary looks at his extensive body of work for books and television. Featuring contributions from Terrance, Barry Letts, Christopher Barry, Louis Marks, Eric Saward, Paul Cornell, Peter Darvill-Evans and Brenda Gardner.
13 Horror of Fang Rock  Paddy Russell - A Life in Television Paddy Russell began her career as an actress but soon learned that stage managers were better paid. In this specially shot interview Paddy looks back over her forty year career in television as actress, stage manager and director.
4 Horror of Fang Rock  The Antiques Doctor Who Show To celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of Doctor Who in 1993, the BBC made several short films showcasing the enduring interest in the programme. The Antique Doctor Who Show is one of these, made in the style of The Antiques Roadshow, and gives an insightful look into the merchandising of the series.
16 The Invasion of Time Out of Time The cast and crew look back at the making of this story. With actors Louise Jameson (Leela), John Leeson (K-9), Chris Tranchell (Andred), Milton Johns (Castellan Kelner), script editor Anthony Read and isual effects designer Colin Mapson.
9 The Invasion of Time The Rise and Fall of Gallifrey A look at how the portrayal of the Time Lords and their home planet of Gallifrey has changed over the years. With script editors Terrance Dicks and Anthony Read, and former Doctor Who Magazine editors ry Russell and Alan Barnes.
5 The Invasion of Time The Elusive David Agnew Who is the mysterious David Agnew, the writer of this story? Script editors Terrance Dicks and Anthony Read try to get to the bottom of the mystery...
5 The Invasion of Time Deleted Scenes Deleted scenes from the film sequences for Parts Five and Six.
3 The Invasion of Time Continuity  BBC1 continuity announcements from the story's original transmission.
PDF The Invasion of Time Radio Times Listings Episode listings for The Invasion of Time from the BBC listings magazine Radio Times [DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC/Mac).
43 City of Death Paris in the Springtime A 45-minute look at the making of this story, and in particular, the contribution of writer and script editor Douglas Adams. With contributions from Julian Glover (Scarlioni / Scaroth), Catherine Schell (Countess), Tom Chadbon (Duggan), Michael Hayes (director), Anthony Read (former script editor), David Fisher (writer of A Gamble with Time, the original story which was reworked into City of Death), Pennant Roberts (director of Adams' other Doctor Who stories, The Pirate Planet and Shada), new series writers Steven Moffat and Rob Shearman, and archive footage of Douglas Adams.
19 City of Death Paris W12 A rare look inside the TV studio during the recording of City of Death in 1979, via extracts from recently rediscovered Shibaden videotape recordings of the studio tapes. These recordings were only made for review purposes, and are black and white, but present many fascinating moments from the making of this story. This feature includes an optional subtitle track, which gives additional information about the recording.
2 City of Death Prehistoric Landscapes A montage of unused model effects shots from the filming of the prehistoric Earth sections of the story.
2 City of Death Chicken Wrangler A montage of unused shots from the filming of an effects sequence involving live chickens.
PDF City of Death The Doctor Who Annual 1980 In the 1960s, 1970s and early 1980s, The Doctor Who Annual was published every year in time for the Christmas market. Now many of the annuals are collectors items. The Doctor Who Annual 1980 is presented on this DVD in its entirety. [DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC/Mac).
12 City of Death Eye on ... Blatchford A little-seen regional BBC programme, dusted down from the archives, telling the story of Sardoth, the Second-tb-Last of the Jagaroth. Or perhaps, more offerings from the same warped minds which produced the critically acclaimed Oh Mummy! featurette for the Pyramids of Mars DVD.
27 Destiny of the Daleks Terror Nation A documentary about the writer Terry Nation, creator of the Dalek characters. Features interviews with Barry Letts, Philip Hinchcliffe, Richard Martin and Nicholas Briggs.
9 Destiny of the Daleks Directing Who Director Ken Grieve recalls his time on this story.
Destiny of the Daleks CGI Effects Viewers have the option to watch the story with seventeen of the original video effects sequences replaced by brand-new CGI versions.
3 Destiny of the Daleks Trails and Continuity BBC1 trails and continuity announcements from the story's transmission, including the specially shot trailer heralding the return of the Daleks.
3 Destiny of the Daleks Prime Computer Adverts Australian TV adverts for Prime Computers, starring Tom Baker and Lalla Ward as the Doctor and Romana.
Missing Destiny of the Daleks Radio Times Billings Episode listings for Destiny of the Daleks from the BBC listings magazine Radio Times (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC/Mac).
29 The Keeper of Traken Being Nice to Each Other A new 30-minute documentary looking at the making of The Keeper of Traken, featuring contributions from actors Sarah Sutton, Sheila Ruskin, Geoffrey Beevers, director John Black, writer Johnny Byrne and script editor Christopher H Bidmead.
9 The Keeper of Traken The Return of the Master Geoffrey Beevers (the Master), Christopher H Bidmead [script editor) and John Black (director) talk about how they realised the return of the Doctor's arch-enemy.
11 The Keeper of Traken Sarah Sutton on Swap Shop Noel Edmonds interviews Sarah Sutton in this excerpt from the popular Saturday morning show, with questions phoned-in from young viewers (transmitted 31st January 1981).
The Keeper of Traken Music-only Option The specially-composed soundtrack for this story is included as a music-only option, synchronised with the main soundtrack.
5 The Keeper of Traken Trailers and Continuity Announcements A selection of off-air trailers and continuity announcements from both the original BBC transmission and repeat of this story.
PDF The Keeper of Traken The Doctor Who Annual 1982 The Doctor Who Annual 1982 is presented on this DVD in its entirety. (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC/Mac).
PDF The Keeper of Traken Radio Times Billings Illustrations, articles and listings for this story from the BBC listings magazine Radio Times (DVD-ROM only -to be viewed on PC / Mac).
PDF The Keeper of Traken BBC Enterprise Literature Selected literature produced by BBC Enterprises about Season 18 is available to view. (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).
49 Logopolis A New Body at Last A new 50-minute documentary with cast and crew discussing the transition from Tom Baker to Peter Davison, including exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of the regeneration. Featuring actors Tom Baker, Peter Davison, Matthew Waterhouse, Sarah Sutton and Adrian Gibbs, script editor Christopher H Bidmead, and directors Peter Moffatt and John Black.
49 Logopolis Nationwide Two interviews from the BBC news magazine show with Tom Baker on leaving and Peter Davison on joining.
3 Logopolis Pebble Mil at One Peter Davison interviewed on the long-running BBC lunchtime show.
1 Logopolis BBC News A selection of BBC News items, including reports on Tom Baker and Lalla Ward's wedding, the announcement of Tom Baker's departure and Peter Davison's arrival.
Logopolis Music-only Option Listen to Paddy Kingsland's haunting soundtrack from the story as a music-only option.
2 Logopolis Continuity Announcements A selection of off-air continuity announcements from both the original BBC transmission of this story.
PDF Logopolis The Doctor Who Annual 1982 Presented on this DVD in its entirety, this rare annual from 1982 is reproduced here [DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).
PDF Logopolis Radio Times Billings Illustrations, articles and listings for this story from the BBC listings magazine Radio Times (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).
PDF Logopolis BBC Enterprise Literature Selected literature produced by BBC Enterprises to promote Season 18 is available to view. (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC / Mac).

Sixth Doctor

Attack of the Cybermen The Cold War The Making of the Attack of the Cybermen
Attack of the Cybermen The Cyber Story A brief history of the Cybermen
Attack of the Cybermen The Cyber-Generations A gallery of Cybermen through the history of the series
Attack of the Cybermen Human Cyborg An interview with Professor Kevin Warwick who has used himself as a human guinea pig for cybernetic implant experimentation.
Attack of the Cybermen Trailers and Continuity
Attack of the Cybermen Isolated Music
Attack of the Cybermen Radio Times Listings
The Twin Dilemma Look 100 years younger Colin Baker and Amy Lame discuss the Doctor's many costumes throughout the years.
The Twin Dilemma The Star Man An interview with sequence designer Sid Sutton
The Twin Dilemma Stripped for Action - The Sixth Doctor A look at the Sixth Doctor's comic strip adventures. Featuring interviews with artist John Ridway ,  writer Simon Furman and former Doctor Who Magazine editors Alan McKenzie, Gary Russell and Alan Barnes.
The Twin Dilemma Breakfast Time Colin Baker and Nicola Bryant are interviewed by Frank Bough and Selina Scott on the BBC's breakfast TV show in 1984.
The Twin Dilemma Blue Peter Colin Baker interviewed by Janet Ellis on the long - running children's magazine show in 1984.
The Twin Dilemma Radio Times Listings
10 Vengeance on Varos Deleted Scenes Ten deleted or extended scenes from the story are included on this disc.
4 Vengeance on Varos On the Studio Floor An insight into the making of this story, with unique behind-the scenes footage illustrating certain production difficulties.
Vengeance on Varos Unmixed Soundtrack Allows you the option to listen to the raw production sound as recorded in the studio, with no music or sound effects.
Vengeance on Varos BBC 1 Trailers Trailers for the 1985 BBC1 transmissions of both episodes are featured.
43 The Mark of the Rani Lords and Luddites Actors and members of the production team recall the making of the programme in this specially-shot documentary, which features contributions from actors Colin Baker, Nicola Bryant, Kate O'Mara and Gary Cady [Luke], writers Pip 8c Jane Baker, script editor Eric Saward and composer Jonathan Gibbs.
8 The Mark of the Rani Deleted Scenes Nearly ten minutes of additional material from episode 1, compiled from a viewing copy of an early edit. The extra shots appear with timecode in-vision, and have been reintegrated with the final version of the programme to present them in context.
4 The Mark of the Rani Now and Then A short film featuring the Blists Hill Victorian Town location used during the production.
9 The Mark of the Rani Playing with Time A specially-recorded interview with the story's composer, Jonathan Gibbs.
11 The Mark of the Rani Blue Peter Originally transmitted in February 1978, this short film exploring the history of Ironbridge Gorge and Blists Hill was directed by Sarah Hellings, and is presented by Peter Purves.
2 The Mark of the Rani Saturday Superstore An extract from the BBC1 Saturday morning show from March 1984 Guests Colin Baker and Nicola Bryant receive an unexpected phone call from an old adversary during their question and answer session...
The Mark of the Rani Alternative Soundtrack Episode 1 offers the option of viewing with the partially completed original music score, composed by John Lewis. Lewis fell ill before he could complete the work, and the programme was then re-scored by Jonathan Gibbs.
The Mark of the Rani Isolated Music Score Clean synchronous music by Jonathan Gibbs is available for both episodes.
PDF The Mark of the Rani The Doctor Who Annual 1985 The Doctor Who Annual from 1985, which was the first to feature Colin Baker as the Doctor, is presented in on this DVD in its entirety (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC or Mac).
PDF The Mark of the Rani Radio Times Billings Listings for this story from the BBC listings magazine Radio Times from Its original 1985 transmission (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC or Mac).
The Two Doctors Music-only Option The specially-composed soundtrack for this story is included as a music-only option, synchronised with the main soundtrack..
10 The Two Doctors A Fix with the Sontarans The edition of Jim'll Fix It which was screened on BBC1 immediately after the second episode of The Two Doctors saw young fan Gareth Jenkins achieve his ambition of appearing alongside his favourite TV Time Lord. This particular Fix saw both Clinton Greyn and Tim Raynham don their Sontaran costumes again for a rematch with Colin Baker's Doctor, who is aided, rather uniquely, by Janet Fielding's Tegan.
45 The Two Doctors Behind the Sofa: Robert Holmes and Doctor Who The Two Doctors was one of writer Robert Holmes' final stories for Doctor Who. This special 45-minute documentary looks at his contribution to Doctor Who from the late 1960s through to the mid-1980s. With contributions from Chris Boucher, Terrance Dicks, Philip Hinchcliffe, Barry Letts and EricSaward.  
25 The Two Doctors Beneath the Lights A 25-minute look at the studio recording of The Two Doctors, showing re-takes, fluffs and the general working pattern of a BBC TV studio.
35 The Two Doctors Beneath the Sun A 35-minute featurette focusing on the Spanish location filming of this story. This archive material is sourced from a non-broadcast VHS source, but gives a fascinating and unique insight into the filming of The Two Doctors.
The Two Doctors Adventures in Time and Space Gary Downie, production manager on The Two Doctors, details what it is a production manager does on programmes like Doctor Who, and offers his insight into the pitfalls and problems encountered during the making of this story.
30 Audio The Two Doctors Wavelength A half-hour Radio 4 schools programme presented by Andy Peebles, which focused on the making of The Two Doctors in this edition broadcast on Thursday 20th September, 1984. Among those offering their insights into the production are Patrick Troughton, Colin Baker, Nicola Bryant, John Nathan-Turner, Peter Moffatt, Tim Raynham, John Stratton, Jan Wright, Cathy Davies, Dick Mills, Tony Burrough and Gary Downie.
25 Timelash The Good, the Bad and the Ulgly A new 25-minute documentary looking at the making of Timelash. Featuring contributions from Colin Baker, Nicola Bryant, Paul Darrow, David Chandler, Robert Ashby, script editor Eric Saward, writer Glen McCoy and Paul Lang from Doctor Who Adventures magazine. Narrated by Terry Molloy.
PDF Timelash Radio Times Billings Episode listings for Timelash from the BBC listings magazine Radio Times (DVD-ROM only - to be viewed on PC/Mac).
45 The Revelation of the Daleks Revelation Exhumed The cast and crew of Revelation of the Daleks look back on the making of this story. With contributions from writer Eric Saward, director Graeme Harper, designer Alan Spalding, visual effects designer John Brace, costume designer Pat Godfrey, composer Roger Limb, and actors William Gaunt, Clive Swift, Terry Molloy, Roy Skelton, Trevor Cooper, Colin Spaull, Hugh Walters and Alexei Sayle.
The Revelation of the Daleks CGI Effects This gives the viewer the option to watch the story with some of the original effects replaced by new CGI versions, although the original version of the story will play unless this option is selected. There are 14 new sequences in total.
15 The Revelation of the Daleks In Studio A 15-minute look at the studio recording of Revelation of the Daleks, showing re­takes, fluffs and the general working pattern of a BBC TV studio. This item can be viewed with raw studio sound or with a commentary by Graeme Harper and Terry Molloy.
2 The Revelation of the Daleks Deleted Scenes Three short scenes that were deleted from the finished version of the story. A new sound mix has been created by Mark Ayres especially for this DVO release.
The Revelation of the Daleks Music-only Option Roger Limb's specially-composed soundtrack for this story is included as a music-only option, synchronised with the main soundtrack.
3 The Revelation of the Daleks Continuity The off-air continuity announcements from the original and repeat BBC transmissions. This also shows how the original two part story was split into four parts on the repeat.
24 The Trial of a Time Lord 1 -4 The Mysterious Planet The making of The Mysterious Planet A new documentary with actors Colin Baker, Nicola Bryant, Michael Jayston and Tony Selby, script editor Eric Saward, visual effects designer Mike Kelt, composer Dominic Glynn, TV historian Jim Sangster, and writer Clayton Hickman.
8 The Trial of a Time Lord 1 -4 The Mysterious Planet Deleted and Extended Scenes Almost 8 minutes of extra footage that didn't make it to the transmitted version. The full-length version of the spectacular model shot that opened the story.
1 The Trial of a Time Lord 1 -4 The Mysterious Planet 35mm Film Sequence
9 The Trial of a Time Lord 1 -4 The Mysterious Planet Trailers and Continuity BBC 1 trailers and continuity announcements from the original transmission, including Colin Baker's appearance on Roland Rat: The Series.
2 The Trial of a Time Lord 1 -4 The Mysterious Planet Music Videos Three videos showcasing the title sequence and music from season 23.
The Trial of a Time Lord 1 -4 The Mysterious Planet - with original, 2008 stereo remix and 2008 5.1 remix options.
The Trial of a Time Lord 1 -4 The Mysterious Planet - with original, 2008 stereo remix and 2008 5.1 remix options. - with stereo and 5.1 options.
14 The Trial of a Time Lord 1 -4 The Mysterious Planet Wogan Colin Baker and Lynda Bellingham drop in to the Terry Wogan show in August 1986.
6 The Trial of a Time Lord 1 -4 The Mysterious Planet Blue Peter Presenters Mark Curry and Janet Ellis talk to Colin Baker, Bonnie Langford and the designers and operators of the LI and L3 robots. Peter Duncan meets Nabil Shaban, reprising his role as the villainous Sil in The Trial of a Time Lord Parts Five to Eight.
2 The Trial of a Time Lord 1 -4 The Mysterious Planet Points of View Almost twenty years before her Doctor Who appearance in Anne Droid form, Anne Robinson examines the viewers' response to the programme's return in 1986.
20 The Trial of a Time Lord 5 - 8 Mindwarp The making of  Mindwarp A new documentary in which the cast and crew look back at the production of this story. With actors Colin Baker, Nicola Bryant, Michael Jayston (The Valeyard), Brian Blessed (Yrcanos] and Patrick Ryecart [Crozier], writer Philip Martin, script editor Eric Saward, TV historian Jim Sangster and writer Clayton Hickman.
9 The Trial of a Time Lord 5 - 8 Mindwarp Deleted and Extended Scenes Over 9 minutes of footage that didn't make it to the transmitted version.
20 The Trial of a Time Lord 5 - 8 Mindwarp Now and Then - On the Trail of a Time Lord A look back at the locations used in the making of this story, comparing how they were then with how they are today.
2 The Trial of a Time Lord 5 - 8 Mindwarp A Fate Worse Than Death Colin Baker and Nicola Bryant's commentary over the closing scenes of Part Fourteen, in which Peri's true fate is revealed.
3 The Trial of a Time Lord 5 - 8 Mindwarp Children in Need Colin Baker, Nicola Bryant and producer John Nathan-Turner visit the Blackpool Doctor Who Exhibition. Back in the studio, Terry Wogan and Patrick Moore greet a plethora of Doctors and companions as they all emerge from the TARDIS to present a cheque to the 1985 Children in need appeal.
3 The Trial of a Time Lord 5 - 8 Mindwarp Trails and Continuity BBC 1 trailers and continuity announcements from the original transmission.
4 The Trial of a Time Lord 5 - 8 Mindwarp Lenny Henry Comedy Sketch Lenny Henry is the Doctor in this 1985 sketch from The Lenny Henry Show.
19 The Trial of a Time Lord 9 -12 Terror of the Vervoids The making of Terror of the Vervoids A new documentary in which cast and crew discuss the production of this story. Actors Colin Baker, Nicola Bryant (Peri), Michael Craig and Malcolm Tierney (Doland) are joined by Chris Clough (Director), Pip and Jane Baker, Eric Saward (Script Editor). With additional comments from television historian Jim Sangster and writer Clayton Hickman.
14 The Trial of a Time Lord 9 -12 Terror of the Vervoids Deleted and Extended Scenes Over 14 minutes of footage that didn't make it to the transmitted version.
10 The Trial of a Time Lord 9 -12 Terror of the Vervoids The Lost Season Prior to the series being 'rested' in 1985, a number of stories were already planned for Season 23. Colin Baker narrates the tale of what was originally scheduled, with contributions from writers Eric Saward and Philip Martin
3 The Trial of a Time Lord 9 -12 Terror of the Vervoids Trailers and Continuity BBC 1 trailers and continuity announcements from the original transmission.
28 The Trial of a Time Lord 9 -12 Terror of the Vervoids Now , Get Out of That A trio of professional writers examine the art and impact of structuring Doctor Who's narrative around powerful cliffhangers. Featuring writers Nev Fountain [Dead Ringers], Joseph Lidster (Torchwood) and Robert Shearman (Doctor Who: Dalek) with contributions from Tom Baker, Peter Davison, Colin Baker and Sophie Aldred (Ace).
7 The Trial of a Time Lord 9 -12 Terror of the Vervoids The Saturday Picture Show Mark Curry interviews Bonnie Langford in an excerpt from this Saturday morning children's television show on her accepting an invitation to join the Doctor on board the TARDIS..
15 The Trial of a Time Lord 13 -14 The Ultimate Foe The making of The Ultimate Foe A new documentary in which cast and crew look back at the production of this story. With actors Colin Baker, Nicola Bryant (Peri), Michael Jayston (The Valeyard) and Tony Selby, director Chris Clough, writers Pip and Jane Baker, script editor Eric Saward, TV Historian Jim Sangster and writer Clayton Hickman..
5 The Trial of a Time Lord 13 -14 The Ultimate Foe Deleted and Extended Scenes Almost 5 minutes of extra footage that didn't make it to the transmitted version. BC1 trailers and continuity announcements from the original transmission.
54 The Trial of a Time Lord 13 -14 The Ultimate Foe Trials and Tribulations A documentary looking at Colin Baker's tenure as the Doctor- a particularly turbulent era in the show's history. With actors Colin Baker, Nicola Bryant, producer John Nathan-Turner, script editor Eric Saward, writer Philip Martin, Pip and Jane Baker, ex-BBC Heads of Series and Serials David Reid and Jonathan Powell, continuity adviser Ian Levine and publisher Gary Leigh.
1 The Trial of a Time Lord 13 -14 The Ultimate Foe Trailers and Continuity BBC 1 trailers and continuity announcements from the original transmission.
3 The Trial of a Time Lord 13 -14 The Ultimate Foe 1985 Hiatus A compilation of media footage reporting the 'resting' of the show in 1985.
3 The Trial of a Time Lord 13 -14 The Ultimate Foe Doctor in Distress A music video accompanying a single put together by fans to raise awareness of the resting of the show.
10 The Trial of a Time Lord 13 -14 The Ultimate Foe Open Air Pattie Coldwell, joined by writers Pip and Jane Baker and producer John Nathan-Turner, canvasses the opinions of members of the Doctor Who Appreciation Society following the finale of The Trial of a Time Lord.
13 The Trial of a Time Lord 13 -14 The Ultimate Foe The Saturday Superstore Presenters Sarah Greene and Mike Read are joined by Colin Baker to talk about Doctor Who and take questions over the phone from viewers to celebrate the programme's 23rd birthday
PDF The Trial of a Time Lord 13 -14 The Ultimate Foe Radio Times Billings and Media Coverage Radio Times billings for all fourteen episodes, a BBC Press Office release containing quotes about the series, and an extract from a magazine accompanying the BBC Schools programme Zig Zag, which goes behind the scenes during the making of the show. (In PDF format for viewing on PC/Mac)


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