The wait for The Christmas Invasion has often seemed never ending and, with it having the job of introducing the new Doctor, anticipation has been running high. As with all the best presents the wait was definitely worthwhile. With The Doctor out of action for much of the first half of the episode it falls to the other series regulars and Penelope Wilton to carry the show, giving … [Read more...]
News in Brief
December 29, 2005 By
A round up of stories including Audience Appreciation figures for The Christmas Invasion, media catch-ups and a past BBC Broadcasting Council for Wales presentation.Audience Appreciation We understand Audience Appreciation figures for Christmas Day reveal that Doctor Who was the second most appreciated show of the day with 84% of viewers saying that they'd enjoyed the special. The … [Read more...]
2006 Merchadise Update
December 28, 2005 By
The Forbidden Planet International website is listing a range of Doctor Who merchandise including 12 and 5 inch figures for release throughout 2006. Listed items include 12" Figures:'New' Cyberman 'Doctor Who' figures (as seen on Friday Night With Jonathan Ross) Both are listed for release on Friday 12 May, 2006.5" Action Figures:Cassandra Doctor Who - Long CoatDoctor Who - SuitMoxxRose … [Read more...]
BBC Claims Christmas Day Victory
December 26, 2005 By
David Tennant's long awaited arrival as the Tenth Doctor has helped the BBC claim victory in the Christmas Day ratings war with ITV. Tennant's debut proves a hit with viewers According to overnight figures 'The Christmas Invasion' was watched by an average of 9.4 million viewers, peaking at 9.8 million. and placing it second for the day behind the corporation's 'EastEnders'. … [Read more...]
