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Built for War: The Sontaran Story

Built for War: The Sontaran Story

2006 · 40 min · ★ 7.0 · Documentary

The genesis and development of the Sontaran race through the history of the series, as told by some of the actors and production team involved. This specially produced documentary includes contributions from Terrance Dicks, Elisabeth Sladen, Anthony Read, Colin Baker, Nicola Bryant, Bob Baker, Eric Saward and Stuart Fell.

Directed by Steve Broster

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