The Doctor Who Fan Service Hot Line Week 5: The Tsuranga Conundrum

Woah. We’re halfway there. Woah. Caught me unawares. Reduced episode count but we’ll make it I swear. Woah. Ending on a prayer. Press 1 if you felt the conundrum aspect of this episode was overemphasised. Press 2 if you noticed Chibnall’s cunning trick of distracting us from this week’s implant device by using a word that sounded a bit … >

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Doctor Who: The Tsuranga Conundrum review

The Tsuranga Conundrum is very engrossing episode, from the siege situation, to the ailing hero fighter pilot, to the companion relationships, to the pregnant man. While previous narratives have covered similar subject matter, The Tsuranga Conundrum had a very fresh take on it. The junkyard planet where the episode began was merely a plot device to … >

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Doctor Who, The Tsuranga Conundrum: monster named, new photos

Cultbox has new information about the main threat in the fifth episode of Doctor Who Series 11, The Tsuranga Conundrum plus new photos from BBC America. First, the guest cast list: Suzanne Packer: Eve Cicero Ben Bailey Smith: Durkas Cicero Brett Goldstein: Astos, a medic Lois Chimimba: Mabli, a medic David Shields: Ronan Jack Shalloo: Yoss Inkl New information from TV & Satellite Week … >

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Doctor Who: Matt Lucas as Nardole wearing headphones

The CultBox Podcast Roundup – June 2021

Welcome to the CultBox Podcast roundup for June 2021. Our favourites this month include… The Two Shot Podcast #152 – Tom PriceCraig Parkinson’s guest is Tom Price, stand-up comedian, Magic Radio presenter, podcaster and, most relevant to us, Torchwood‘s Andy Davidson. In this chatty interview, he talks about the many strands to his career. There’s … >

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Jodie Whittaker and Mandip Gill share Doctor Who monster stories

Jodie Whittaker and Mandip Gill sat for a video interview to promote Doctor Who: The Monster Vault, a new book by Jonathan Morris, Penny CS Andrews, Lee Johnson, Paul Lang published by Penguin/Random House. The two actresses shared laughs and chills when discussing their experiences filming with Doctor Who monsters. “I love the Pting,” Mandip … >

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Doctor Who Series 11: nine submissions for Emmy Award nominations

Series 11 of Doctor Who was submitted for nomination consideration for the 71st Emmy Awards nine times in eight separate categories:   Best Drama Series   Best Drama Actress: Jodie Whittaker   Best Drama Supporting Actor: Tosin Cole and Bradley Walsh   Best Drama Supporting Actress: Mandip Gill   Best Writing (Drama): Rosa, Malorie Blackman … >

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Doctor Who Series 11: most memorable scenes

At least one scene from all ten episodes of Doctor Who Series 11, plus the New Year’s special, Resolution is included in this list. Every episode of Doctor Who ever made has its moments.   The Crane Stunt, The Woman Who Fell to Earth What’s a series premiere without spectacular stunt for the Doctor? Jodie Whittaker … >

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Doctor Who Series 11: most stunning locations

Sheffield From the hills of the city, to the crane yard to the water tower and architecture. The episodes filmed in Sheffield, The Woman Who Fell to Earth and Arachnids in the UK put a cinematic spotlight on the beauty of Sheffield. South Africa Abandoned water park, Macassar Beach Pavilion, Paarl Rock and the streets … >

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