Moffat teases ‘Doctor Who’ Series 8 opener: ‘It’s a big introduction’

Doctor Who showrunner Steven Moffat has promised “plenty of action and nonsense and jeopardy” in the first episode of the show’s new series. Series 8 begins on BBC One on Saturday 23 August with a feature-length episode, entitled ‘Deep Breath’. Written by Steven Moffat and directed by Ben Wheatley (Sightseers), the episode features returning guest … >

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‘Doctor Who’ 2015 annual cover revealed

The cover artwork for next year’s official Doctor Who annual has been unveiled, featuring Peter Capaldi as the Twelfth Doctor. The Official Doctor Who Annual 2015 will be published by BBC Children’s Books on 25 September and is available to pre-order now. > Pre-order the annual on Amazon. Other upcoming books include Doctor Who: The … >

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‘Doctor Who’ Series 8 confirmed as 12 episodes

It seems to have now been confirmed that the new series of Doctor Who will comprise of 12 episodes. A leaked email from BBC Worldwide last summer reportedly revealed “plans to air 12 new episodes from August 2014″, but the number of episodes has still not been announced in any officially-released promotional material for Series … >

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Foxes teases ‘Doctor Who’ ep: ‘Capaldi is such a charmer’

Foxes has given some hints about her upcoming role in the new series of Doctor Who, confirming that she’s “not playing a villain”. It was announced in May that the British singer-songwriter will guest star in Episode 8, written by Being Human‘s Jamie Mathieson. Foxes told Digital Spy: “…[the song] is a little bit different … >

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‘Doctor Who’ Series 8 new teaser: ‘I see into your soul, Doctor…’

The BBC has released another brief teaser trailer for the new series of Doctor Who. The 19-second clip set in the TARDIS features a sinister voice (sounding suspiciously like Davros) warning: “I see into your soul, Doctor… I see beauty, divinity… hatred!” Watch the teaser… Series 8 will begin on BBC One on Saturday 23 … >

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‘Doctor Who’ Series 8 start date confirmed

The BBC has announced that Doctor Who will return in just under two months. Series 8 will launch on BBC One on Saturday 23 August with a feature-length premiere episode entitled ‘Deep Breath’. > Watch the new teaser trailer. BBC America has also confirmed that the new series will premiere in the US on Saturday 23 … >

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‘Doctor Who’ Series 8 new teaser trailer: ‘Am I a good man?’

The BBC has unveiled another teaser for the new series of Doctor Who. Series 8 will begin on BBC One on Saturday 23 August with a feature-length premiere episode entitled ‘Deep Breath’. “Clara, be my pal. Tell me, am I good man?”, Peter Capaldi’s Doctor asks in the 15-second clip. “I don’t think I know … >

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‘Doctor Who’ stars to embark on world tour to promote Series 8

Peter Capaldi and Jenna Coleman will visit five continents in the space of 12 days later this summer on a promotional tour for the new series of Doctor Who. The pair will be joined by showrunner Steven Moffat. Amanda Hill, chief brands officer at BBC Worldwide, commented: “Doctor Who encompasses British creativity at its best … >

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