News - Big Finish - The War Master in UNIT

Big Finish have confirmed that Derek Jacobi's War Master will be starring in the 6th UNIT audio boxset - "Cyber Reality" - that will be released in May 2018.  No prizes for guessing that it also features the Cybermen...

Coming out in May next year, the pressure is on for the War Master to save us all in UNIT – Cyber Reality 

As you may have guessed from the title, Kate Stewart and the UNIT team will be facing off against the Cybermen in the sixth series of UNIT – The New Series – Cyber Reality. And, as revealed in a Doctor Who Magazine exclusive, Kate Stewart will be forced to rely on the assistance of a new scientific advisor, although not one she can trust… 

After appearing in his own series and Gallifrey Time War, the War Master – played by Derek Jacobi – will be journeying to Earth. Joining him and Jemma Redgrave as Kate Stewart, are the whole UNIT team: Ingrid Oliver as Osgood, Ramon Tikaram as Colonel Shindi, James Joyce as Josh Carter and Warren Brown as Sam Bishop, with Nicholas Briggs as the Cybermen. 

Four new missions await the team in UNIT – Cyber Reality.
6.1 Game Theory by Matt Fitton
6.2 Telepresence by Guy Adams
6.3 Code Silver by Guy Adams
6.4 Master of Worlds by Matt Fitton 

Make sure you pre-order the ultimate showdown of the century. UNIT – Cyber Reality, released in May next year, is available for pre-order now at £23 on CD or £20 on download. Or save money in a bundle and get UNIT – Cyber Reality with this month’s UNIT – Encounters plus series seven and series eight of UNIT at £90 on CD or £80 on download. 

And don’t forget series five, UNIT – Encounters, is also being released this month. Featuring Daleks, Sontarans and UNIT’s greatest enemy, these UNIT adventures are not to be missed.

Doctor Who Christmas Special - "Twice Upon a Time" - Preview Clip

The BBC have released a preview clip for "Twice Upon A Time" - it aired during "Children in Need":

Screencaps - Jemma Redgrave - Unforgiven - Episode 3

A batch of 720p HD screencaps of Jemma Redgrave from the third and final episode of "Unforgiven" have been uploaded to the Who-Natic Gallery.  Samples below - right click and open in new tab/window for larger versions - please feel free to take and use.  More are in the Who-Natic Gallery.

More in the Who-Natic Gallery.

Screencaps - Matt Smith - "The Crown" Series 2 Trailer

A batch of 1080p HD screencaps of Matt Smith from "The Crown" Series 2 Trailer have been uploaded to the Who-Natic Gallery.  Samples below - right click and open in new tab/window for larger versions - please feel free to take and use.  More are in the Who-Natic Gallery.

More in the Who-Natic Gallery.

Photos - Children in Need - David Bradley, Peter Capaldi, Pearl Mackie

The BBC have released a lovely batch of photos of David Bradley, Peter Capaldi and Pearl Mackie with Pudsey as part of Children in Need.  Full size photos are in the Who-Natic Gallery - thanks to farfarawaysite for the pics.

Full size images in the Who-Natic Gallery.

Promo Images - Matt Smith - "The Crown" Series 2

Netflix have released a nice, wee bunch of Promo Images for Series 2 of "The Crown" ahead of its premiere on 8 December 2017.  Here are the ones featuring Matt Smith - full size images are in the Who-Natic Gallery.  Thanks to farfarawaysite for the images.

Full size images in the Who-Natic Gallery.

Series 11 - Jodie Whittaker Costume Reveal

The BBC have released the first image of Jodie Whittaker in costume for Series 11:

The full size image is available in the Who-Natic Gallery.

Video - "The Crown" - Season 2 Trailer

Netflix have released the full trailer for Season 2 of "The Crown" starring Matt Smith.  The episodes will be available on Netflix on 8 December 2017:

Regular Cast Announced for Series 11

The BBC have announced the regular cast for Series 11 - plus confirmed that it will consist of 10 episodes (50 minute episodes with an hour long opener):

When Jodie Whittaker takes over as the Thirteenth Doctor on the global hit show next year, she will be joined by an all new regular cast. BBC announces today that Bradley Walsh, Tosin Cole and Mandip Gill will line-up as the new regular cast on Doctor Who.
Bradley will star as Graham, Tosin will play Ryan and Mandip will play Yasmin. Also joining the series in a returning role is Sharon D Clarke. 

New head writer and executive producer Chris Chibnall, who made the decision to cast the first ever woman in the iconic role, is also shaking up who will travel with the Doctor in the TARDIS, with a team of new characters. 

In more exclusive news, it is confirmed that the new series will be a ten week run of fifty minute episodes in Autumn 2018, kicking off with a feature length hour for the opening launch. 

Chris Chibnall says: “The new Doctor is going to need new friends. We’re thrilled to welcome Mandip, Tosin and Bradley to the Doctor Who family. They’re three of Britain’s brightest talents and we can’t wait to see them dive into brand new adventures with Jodie’s Doctor. Alongside them, we’re delighted that Sharon D Clarke is also joining the show." 

Jodie Whittaker says: "I am so excited to share this huge adventure with Mandip, Tosin and Bradley. It's a dream team!" 

Bradley Walsh says: “I remember watching William Hartnell as the first Doctor. Black and white made it very scary for a youngster like myself. I was petrified but even though I’d watch most of it from behind the sofa through my fingers, I became a fan. I then queued up for ages to get into the Carlton picture house in Watford to watch the great Peter Cushing appear as the Doctor in a full length feature film made in glorious colour. Am I thrilled to be part of this whole ground breaking new dawn for the Doctor?? Oh yes!” 

Mandip Gill says: “I am over the moon to be joining the Doctor Who family. This is an iconic show with an amazing fanbase and I look forward to everything that brings. Certain roles seem unattainable and this is one of those, so much so I didn't believe it to be true for the first few weeks. To be working alongside the likes of Jodie, Bradley and my old friend Tosin is thrilling. This show is worlds away from the work I've done previously and that's the part that excites me the most.” 

Tosin Cole says: "I'm grateful and excited to be a part of this journey with the team. I'm looking forward to jumping in this Doctor Who universe." 

Matt Strevens, Executive Producer, BBC Studios says: “I am thrilled to welcome Bradley, Mandip and Tosin to the new Who family. Working with three such talented actors is going to be a lot of fun. The Doctor is in fine company.” 

Piers Wenger, Controller of BBC Drama says: "The casting of Mandip, Tosin and Bradley is a mark of the new creative ambition Chris is bringing to Doctor Who. He's already made history with the casting of Jodie. These three new characters complete a new and utterly unmissable team aboard the Tardis." 

Doctor Who is a BBC Studios production for BBC One and a BBC America co-production. BBC Worldwide are the international distributors for Doctor Who.

Screencaps - Jemma Redgrave - Unforgiven - Episode 2

A batch of 720p HD screencaps of Jemma Redgrave from episode 2 of "Unforgiven" have been uploaded to the Who-Natic Gallery.  Samples below - right click and open in new tab/window for larger versions - please feel free to take and use.  More are in the Who-Natic Gallery.

More in the Who-Natic Gallery.

Doctor Who, Peter Capaldi & Pearl Mackie Nominated in the National Television Awards

Voting is open now for the National Television Awards and Doctor Who fans have decisions to make.

"Doctor Who" is nominated in the "Best Drama Category" - and faces off against Jenna Coleman's "Victoria" and Matt Smith's "The Crown" amongst others.

The "Drama Performance" category has 60 contenders - Peter Capaldi and Pearl Mackie being the obvious ones but there are also nods for Jenna Coleman, Jodie Whittaker and David Tennant.

All votes must be in by 11pm on Friday 27 October 2017.

You can vote at National Television Awards.