The Monster Files: The Cybermats (CON episode)
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Monster File - The Cybermats was a documentary included as an extra feature on the Closing Time DVD.
Main subject
- History of the Cybermats in Doctor Who
- Updating the design for the modern era.
- The different practical versions used in filming — the soft silicone model, the remote-controlled Cybermat, and a wired-up animatronic version whose mouth moved.
Additional topics covered
- Matt Smith, in one take, accidentally wrecking an animatronic Cybermat with the frying pan. Afterwards, they held it together with gaffer tape.
People interviewed
Steve Hughes as he appeared on the documentary
- Gareth Roberts (writer)
- Steve Hughes (director)
- Denise Paul (producer)
- Neill Gorton (prosthetics designer)
- Tim Rose (animatronics operator)
Home video releases
Monster File - The Cybermats was released on the Doctor Who: Series 6, Part 2 and Doctor Who: The Complete Sixth Series DVD & Blu-ray box sets.
