After starting to build an overall idea in The Paternoster Gang: Heritage 3, the current set of stories brings this sequence of boxsets to what feels an abrupt close. The three stories in set each fails to contribute to a coherent whole, and feels like a series of missed opportunities. The stories aren’t necessarily bad, they … >
The Paternoster Gang: Heritage 3 is a welcome return for the Great [Silurian] Detective Madame Vastra (Neve McIntosh), her maid / wife Jenny Flint (Catrin Stewart) and Sontaran butler Strax (Dan Starkey). The previous sets, Heritage 1 (June 2019) and Heritage 2 (October 2019) proved this Doctor Who spin-off can stand in its own right. These were enjoyable … >
Following on from June’s Paternoster Gang: Heritage 1, we now have three more adventures for Mme Vastra, Jenny and Strax in Paternoster Gang: Heritage 2. Food for thought Dan Starkey (Strax himself) wrote first story “Dining with Death”. Strax often (unknown to him) provides the humour in the Paternoster Gang, and here it is almost … >
With three entertaining stories, Big Finish launches another Doctor Who spin-off range, and this time it’s Catrin Stewart, Neve McIntosh and Dan Starkey in The Paternoster Gang: Heritage 1. Fans have long hoped this trio (Jenny Flint, Mme Vastra the Silurian and Strax the Sontaran) would make it to audio, and their arrival in their … >
Classic Doctor Who story The War Games will be available in a stunning new colourisation to air on BBC Four and iPlayer on 23 December. Originally aired in 1969, The War Games marked the end of an era for the Second Doctor (Patrick Troughton), as he and his companions Zoe (Wendy Padbury) and Jamie (Frazer … >
London, the capital city of England, is renowned for its rich tapestry of history, culture, and modern attractions. As one of the world’s most visited cities, it offers an array of experiences that cater to everyone, from history enthusiasts to art lovers and culinary explorers. The blend of ancient landmarks with contemporary offerings makes London … >
The star of I May Destroy You returns to the corporation for her latest series. Since breaking through with her sitcom Chewing Gum, Michaela Coel’s rise has been fascinating. From guest roles in Black Mirror and Mr. & Mrs. Smith, to starring in Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. At the same time, Coel writes and … >
Dubai, a city synonymous with opulence and extravagance, is the perfect playground for those who appreciate the finer things in life. Amidst the towering skyscrapers and bustling streets lies an oasis of automotive excellence: Porsche. Renowned for their unparalleled blend of luxury, performance, and craftsmanship, Porsche vehicles epitomize automotive perfection. And what better way to … >
The Third Doctor is acting suspiciously, but the Brigadier and Sarah Jane Smith are on his trail. Can he be trusted? The first skirmish of the Sontarans vs Rutans mini-series took us to Ancient Ireland with the Eighth Doctor. In the second, the action shifts to Doctor Who’s much-loved UNIT era in the 70s (or … >
A free exhibition at Riverside Studios titled Regeneration at Riverside celebrates the 60th anniversary of Doctor Who in collaboration with the BBC. The exhibition features unique photography from the BBC’s vast photographic archives, including seminal images of Doctor Who production at Riverside Studios, which played a pivotal role in the life of the programme. … >