Doctor Who

Doctor Who is a highly acclaimed, British science fiction program, produced by the BBC. It's about a Timelord, who travels around the universe, and in time, in his TARDIS, with a companion righting wrongs, saving civilizations, and changing lives. Doctor Who started on the 23rd November 1963, starring William Hartnell as the title character. To date there have been eleven actors, in canon, to play The Doctor and there have also been a total of 31 series', and one feature length film. Right now, The Doctor is portrayed by Matt Smith, with his companions, Amy Pond, and Rory Williams, being portrayed by Karen Gillan, and Arthur Darvill. The Doctor(like many heroes) has his adversaries, including the famous, but dreaded... Daleks, The Master, Cybermen, and more.

Doctor Who is one of the five top grossing titles for BBC Worldwide, the BBC's commercial arm. BBC Worldwide CEO John Smith has said that Doctor Who is one of a small number of "Superbrands" which Worldwide will be promoted heavily. Every year since the new series started, Doctor Who has won the award for the Best Drama at the National Television Awards, with David Tennant winning best actor, for his unforgettable portrayal of The Doctor from 2005-2010, before handing the torch over with his last words "I don't want to go," regenerating into the latest incarnation of The Doctor.

As well as the television series, there is now a Live show extravaganza, which is touring the UK, and coming to Scotland, at the Glasgow SECC. Also there are downloadable adventure games from the BBC official website, enabling you to take part in The Doctor's adventures.

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