‘Doctor Who’ spin-off ‘Class’ will air on BBC One after online debut

We’ve had lots of messages asking if Class will get a traditional television broadcast in the UK. The new eight-part Doctor Who spin-off, created by YA author Patrick Ness, began filming in Cardiff in April and will premiere on BBC Three this autumn. BBC Three became an online-only channel earlier this year, meaning that viewers need an internet connection to watch … >

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‘Class’ spoilers: Filming pics reveal VERY exciting visitor in ‘Doctor Who’ spin-off

Filming on BBC Three’s new Doctor Who spin-off has been continuing in Cardiff this week, with last night’s shoot featuring the appearance of a familiar prop. Created by YA author Patrick Ness, Class stars Greg Austin, Fady Elsayed, Sophie Hopkins and Vivian Oparah as four Sixth Formers at Coal Hill School, with Katherine Kelly (Coronation Street) playing a teacher. SPOILERS BELOW … >

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‘Class’ pays tribute to former ‘Doctor Who’ companion

New photos from the filming of BBC Three’s Class reveal a lovely tribute to one of the original companions in Doctor Who. Created by YA author Patrick Ness, the latest Doctor Who spin-off began filming in Cardiff earlier this month. Set in contemporary London, the eight-part series follows four students with “hidden secrets and desires” and has been described by executive … >

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‘The Sarah Jane Adventures’ actor joins ‘Doctor Who’ spin-off ‘Class’

The actor who played The Sarah Jane Adventures villain The Trickster has joined the cast of BBC Three’s Class. Paul Marc Davis will have a recurring role in the latest Doctor Who spin-off, which began filming in Cardiff earlier this month. Set in contemporary London at Coal Hill School, the eight-part series follows four students with “hidden secrets and desires” … >

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‘Doctor Who’ exec Moffat says ‘Class’ spin-off is ‘a British Buffy’

Steven Moffat has described BBC Three’s new Doctor Who spin-off as “dark and sexy and right now.” Created by YA author Patrick Ness, Class began filming in Cardiff last week. The eight-part series is set in contemporary London and follows four students with “hidden secrets and desires” at Coal Hill School. Steven Moffat, executive producer … >

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‘Class’ first look: Main cast revealed for new ‘Doctor Who’ spin-off

The cast for BBC Three’s Class has been officially announced. The eight-part Doctor Who spin-off began filming in Cardiff today. Newcomers Greg Austin, Fady Elsayed, Sophie Hopkins and Vivian Oparah will star as four Sixth Formers, with Katherine Kelly (Coronation Street) playing the role of a teacher and “powerful new presence” the school. Class creator … >

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‘Doctor Who’ actor to reprise role in new spin-off ‘Class’

Another piece of casting for BBC Three’s Class has appeared online. Set in contemporary London at the fictional Coal Hill School, the eight-part Doctor Who spin-off begins filming this month. It was revealed last week that actor Greg Austin, best known for playing Gordon Selfridge in ITV’s Mr Selfridge, will play a character named Charlie … >

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‘Mr Selfridge’ actor joins new ‘Doctor Who’ spin-off ‘Class’

The first bit of casting has been revealed for BBC Three’s Class. Set in contemporary London at the fictional Coal Hill School, the eight-part Doctor Who spin-off begins filming in April and writer Patrick Ness has confirmed that “announcements” are on the way next week. However, eagle-eyed Twitter user @TomMar5hall has spotted that the online … >

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New details on ‘Doctor Who’ spin-off ‘Class’ due next week

YA author Patrick Ness has revealed that “announcements” are on the way for BBC Three’s new Doctor Who spin-off, Class. Set in contemporary London at the fictional Coal Hill School, the eight-part series begins filming in April. Ness tweeted today: “Last full week in London for a while. I’ll be in Cardiff for a good … >

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