BBC Announces New Whovian Spin-Off

In an unexpected and rather unusual social media announcement today, the BBC unveiled plans for a new YA series within the Doctor Who universe titled Class, with the familiar names Steven Moffat, Brian Minchin and author Patrick Ness as executive producers. Shooting in Spring of 2016, it will be set at the famous fictional Coal Hill School, where so much of Doctor Who both classic and new has taken place. We say “unusual” because in hinting that “huge news” was […]

Osgone, But I’m Back Now!

It was suddenly announced by the BBC that Ingrid Oliver will be returning to Doctor Who wearing a certain (shall we say, familiar?) character costume, in a Series 9 story that also happens to feature the shape-shifting Zygons. This has led to Whovians the world over simultaneously grinning, and scratching their heads in confusion. This week, we pull the emergency brake to discuss the surprising news of this apparent — or alleged — return of fan favorite Osgood, and how this reappearance could impact […]

The Overabundance of the Doctor

We just flat out refuse to give up on the 50th anniversary. This week, we take a look at both the emotionally driven docu-drama “An Adventure in Space and Time”, and the hilarious ‘insider’ mock-umentary by Peter Davison, “The Five(ish) Doctors”. Yes, we’re slightly bipolar this week…you’ll just have to deal with it.   The first production allows us to delve deeper into the first Doctor’s history than we ever have, question how much is historically accurate, and furthermore, determine […]

HOW many Doctors in the Anniversary Special?

Leave it to Clara to open her mouth, and let something slip about the upcoming 50th Anniversary Special. During the Royal tour of the TARDIS set in Cardiff, Jenna Coleman (she is now dropping the “Louise” from her screen name) met Prince Charles of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall, along with Matt Smith and a few Daleks to boot. BBC News: The Royals Meet Daleks During Doctor Who Visit in Cardiff (As an aside, there’s something fascinating about hearing […]

Breaking News – Matt Smith Leaving Doctor Who

The news broke earlier this weekend that the 11th Doctor is set to regenerate as a Christmas present to Whovians. Not what a lot of us had on our list, but it’s what we’re getting, all the same. We discuss why this news came out now, and what it could mean for the future of our favorite program, both in terms of show casting, and the ‘nature’ of the new Doctor. Link Dump: The Official Announcement Celebrities Tweet their Matt […]

Matt Smith Leaving in Christmas Special

The BBC announced today that Matt Smith will be leaving the show and the role of the Doctor in this year’s Christmas special. After 3 series and the 50th Anniversary special, the 11th Doctor will be regenerating to bring us a new Doctor with the new year. Though it was rumored that Smith would be staying on for Series 8, it was confirmed that his run would end this year. Matt Smith says: “Doctor Who has been the most brilliant experience […]

Steven Moffat on the 50th Anniversary Special – “Don’t Believe Everything You Hear, Or Don’t Hear”

Doctor Who showrunner Steven Moffat was interviewed on the red carpet at the British Academy Television Awards last night by Red Carpet News TV. He talked about the plans to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the show and hinted that he might not have revealed all of the secrets of the much awaited Special. “It’s one of the extraordinary success stories of television, Doctor Who. “ he said, “It’s one of the very few times that television’s created a character […]

Cons for everyone

Gallifrey One has come and gone, and unfortunately left without some of us being able to enjoy it. But fear not! This being the anniversary year, there are lots to chose from and one very likely close to you! Here are a couple just to pique your interest 1. Who Fest! Texans get  their Who on in Dallas for the anniversary weekend. I know I will be there. Unfortunately there isn’t much information aside from prices, dates, and hotel. But even the chance to […]