The End of the Line?

The End of the Line?

2011 · 43 min · Documentary, Science Fiction

Once the nation's favourite, by its third year Doctor Who was in trouble. With changes afoot in the production office and increasing problems with its lead actor, the programme was heading for the Last Chance Saloon.

Directed by Ed Stradling · Written by Jonathan Morris

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