This week, Cryptic Who is celebrating black actors and characters in Doctor Who, from Earl Cameron in The Tenth Planet to Ncuti Gatwa and Jo Martin in recent times. Who can forget the fabulous Adjoa Andoh as Francine and that slap she landed on the Doctor? Of course, the Black Read more…
I loved Ghost Light as a kid. It was one of the stories that made me a fan in an outstanding final classic season. It was intelligent and bonkers, and crucially, didn’t talk down to its audience. As we enter Halloween season, it is only fitting that we explore the Read more…
“I’m a conman!” admitted Captain Jack once his “self-cleaning con” blew up in his face on his very own Volcano Day. It is surprising how many criminals the Doctor does befriend – Glitz, Dibber, and Drax among this number. Of course, plucky young rebels could also be considered to be Read more…
Doctor Who is one of the most British TV series ever produced, so it is natural that the British capital, London, should feature heavily. However, it is hazardous being a Londoner in that universe. London has been invaded many times by the Daleks, Cybermen, Autons, and even by dinosaurs! A Read more…
Multi-Doctor stories are always something special, I think. Once upon a time, they only occurred when there was an anniversary to celebrate and the producers wanted fan favourites back. Nowadays, they often provide satisfying twists and surprises, particularly when nothing has been leaked in advance. Without getting into spoiler mode, Read more…
