Tuesday, January 6, 2009

Kopic's Doctor Who & Torchwood News

Kopic's Doctor Who & Torchwood News

Learners Repeat

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 10:45 AM CST

Watch will be airing a repeat of Learners later this week, starring David Tennant and Jessica Hynes.

DWA #96

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 09:42 AM CST

The 96th issue of Doctor Who Adventures is out in newsagents across the UK now - read on for more info!


All bets are off, Mr. Smith

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 08:44 AM CST

The BBC have had to push back against concerns that BBC employees, or their agents, may have placed bets on Matt Smith becoming the Eleventh Doctor.

A report in the Mirror says that Matt Smith's odds mysteriously increased from 33:1 to 10:1 in the hours before the official announcement. The ...

The New Doctor’s Who? - SF Universe

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 06:52 AM CST


The New Doctor's Who?
SF Universe, LA - 2 hours ago
In fact, I dedicated a book to Tennant, and to Russell T. Davies, to thank them for the wonderful roller coaster ride they've taken me on these past few ...

Doctor Who Magazine #404

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 06:30 AM CST

This month's issue of Doctor Who Magazine is out in the United Kingdom this week, and features an interview with actress Dervla Kirwan, who starred as Miss Hartigan in last year's Christmas special, The Next Doctor.

Boycie and Marlene lead a comeback for gentler comedy - Telegraph.co.uk

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 06:12 AM CST


Boycie and Marlene lead a comeback for gentler comedy
Telegraph.co.uk, United Kingdom - 2 hours ago
"There's nothing more wonderful than The Catherine Tate Show but you can't watch it with your kids, can you?" says Sue Holderness, 59, who plays Boycie's ...

So, teachers are boring. But is that the real reason pupils leave ... - Guardian Unlimited

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 06:07 AM CST


So, teachers are boring. But is that the real reason pupils leave ...
Guardian Unlimited, UK - 3 hours ago
This week Marcel saw the RSC's Hamlet: "Having no David Tennant didn't matter; Edward Bennett was admirable, if slightly young and under-tormented. ...

Give new Doctor a chance - Scotsman

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 06:06 AM CST


Give new Doctor a chance
Scotsman, United Kingdom - 2 hours ago
... him space to explore and discover the character this nation has loved for 46 years. Long may the Doctor continue, battling Daleks, Cybermen and the media.

Doctor Who Magazine 404

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 05:38 AM CST

The latest issue of Doctor Who Magazine, out this week, features an interview with Dervla Kirwan, Miss Hartigan in The Next Doctor, who talks about playing the beautiful and ruthless 'lady in red'. So, about that frock then...? "In her very first scene, drab, matronly, grey dress, and then she sort of transforms into this vision of red!" laughs Dervla. "We don't know how she did that really. We assume there's some handy Cyberman with needlework skills and great make-up boxes!" Also in DWM 404

Latest free zombie comic from Abaddon

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 05:30 AM CST

If you saw with interest our post that Abaddon's website was offering a free monthly zombie-themed comic strip, you'll be pleased to know that the latest version, a zombie satire on last year's Brand and Ross radio storm, is online now .

Ten For Fun (w/c 5/1/2009) - AboutMyArea

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 05:07 AM CST


Ten For Fun (w/c 5/1/2009)
AboutMyArea, UK - 4 hours ago
1 - Who was this week named as David Tennant's replacement in the role of Doctor Who? 4 - Which was the first team to qualify for round four of the FA Cup ...

News: Doctor Who Magazine 404

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 04:52 AM CST

The CyberKing speaks… in DWM 404! Dervla Kirwan, Miss Hartigan in The Next Doctor, talks exclusively about playing the beautiful and ruthless ‘lady in red’ in this month’s Doctor Who Magazine. So, about that frock then...? “In her very first scene, drab, matronly, grey dress, and then she sort of transforms into this vision of red!” laughs Dervla. “We don’t know how she did that really. We assume there’s some handy Cyberman with...

Toby Hadoke praises Matt Smith's casting

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 04:36 AM CST

Toby Hadoke has praised the BBC's choice of casting for the Eleventh Doctor, labelling Matt Smith as being 'offbeat and mercurial'.

Character Options renews Who contract

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 04:24 AM CST

Character Options has today extended its contract with the BBC, meaning that they will continue to manufacture Doctor Who toys, action figures and merchandise throughout 2009 and 2010.

A Who's Who of Doctor Who - Wired News

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 03:55 AM CST


A Who's Who of Doctor Who
Wired News - 5 hours ago
Smith, 26, will take over from current Doctor, David Tennant, who leaves the show at the end of 2009. Smith, pictured, will first play the Time Lord in the ...

BBC staff magazine tells the secret

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 03:26 AM CST

Ariel, the weekly in-house magazine for BBC staff, has published a feature in its latest edition looking at the secret preparations that led to the announcement of Matt Smith's casting as the Eleventh Doctor in a special edition of Doctor Who Confidential last Saturday. The feature reveals that the process was entirely conducted via verbal conversations, with no written record left in e-mail form and as few people as possible made aware of the casting decision. The special edition of Confidenti

BBC Worldwide Sets Focus on Doctor Who Licensing - World Screen News

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 03:23 AM CST


BBC Worldwide Sets Focus on Doctor Who Licensing
World Screen News, NY - 4 hours ago
Doctor Who merchandise slated for release this year includes Time Squad collectible figures in the spring and repackaged and revamped Cyberman 'Age of ...

Reactions to the casting of Matt Smith

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 03:08 AM CST


Kopic is happy. Its not some piece of stunt casting. Its not a woman (nothing against women - its just supposed to be a male character!).

Its "relative unknown" Matt Smith. With expressive hands and face. And weird hair. Ideal! Under the tutelage of Steven Moffat with tips from David Tennant this young lad could go far. I can't wait!

Go see what other people make of this casting announcement

Who's your brother? - The Sun

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 02:49 AM CST


Who's your brother?
The Sun, UK - 5 hours ago
NEW Doctor Who Matt Smith will be kept in shape by his sister — after she starred in one of the raunchiest pop videos ever made. Super-fit Laura Jayne Smith ...

News: Matt Smith Images

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 02:22 AM CST

The website of the best listinsg magazine out there, Radio Times (other listings magazines are available) has put together a photo gallery of 10 images of Matt Smith! Comprising of images from the 11th Doctor Matt Smith's career, the gallery also features some snaps of Smith beside the TARDIS, as well as in various BBC dramas, such as: The Ruby in the Smoke Party Animals The Shadow in the North The Street One interesting thing to note, however - the early pics of the...

Doctor Who Production Team Takes Shape

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 01:57 AM CST

With the casting of the Doctor now finalised, the Doctor Who Production Team are now in the process of recruiting the next full-time producer of Doctor Who to fill the role vacated by Phil Collinson. Interviews for the position take place in February, with the successful candidate assuming the role from April this year for pre-production on Series Five. The initial contract runs through to June 2010. The role of the producer in Doctor is cloudy at times, and there is far more to producing a tel

Character Options Renews Licence Deal

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 12:26 AM CST

Character Options has renewed its Doctor Who master toys licensing deal with BBC Worldwide, it was announced this morning. A report on Toy News Online said that BBC Worldwide had confirmed the renewal and extension of the licence. Character has held the licence since the show's 2005 relaunch and will lead development of new products featuring Eleventh Doctor Matt Smith. According to the report, the new items are expected to hit the shops in the summer of 2010. BBC Worldwide will also be deve

The top 20 names in broadcasting - who’s yours? - Stage

Posted: 06 Jan 2009 12:12 AM CST


The top 20 names in broadcasting - who's yours?
Stage, UK - 2 hours ago
His first big decision, who should replace David Tennant as the Doctor, has already seen an audience of 6 million for the announcement of 26-year old Matt ...

Allen in Lead for Dr Who Role? - TeenTelevision.com

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 11:20 PM CST


Allen in Lead for Dr Who Role?
TeenTelevision.com, Canada - 44 minutes ago
Unknown actor Matt Smith was named as David Tennant's replacement after it was announced he would step down from the role - one of the biggest parts on UK ...

News: Character Options Licence Renewed

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 11:19 PM CST

Following the announcement that Matt Smith will fill the shoes of one of British TV’s most coveted roles, BBC Worldwide today confirmed Doctor Who as one of its priority licensing brands through 2009, Series 5 in 2010 and beyond. The BBC’s commercial arm has also today announced the renewal and extension of the Doctor Who master toy licence with Character Options. Character, who has held the licence since the new series launched in 2005, will spearhead the development of new...

Slimming consultants enjoy a dream come true - Worcester News

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 10:58 PM CST


Slimming consultants enjoy a dream come true
Worcester News,  UK - 37 minutes ago
The team met Mr Barrowman, best known as Captain Jack on the BBC's Dr Who spin-off Torchwood, at the International Convention Centre, Birmingham. ...

Lily Allen, Rachel Stevens lead betting for new Doctor Who assistant - WalesOnline

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 10:37 PM CST


Lily Allen, Rachel Stevens lead betting for new Doctor Who assistant
WalesOnline, United Kingdom - 57 minutes ago
Dr Who super-fan Caleb Woodbridge, 23, a clerical assistant from Gabalfa, runs his own blog about the smash TV show. He said: "It's always an interesting ...

Lily Allen For 'Doctor Who' Role? - Starpulse.com

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 10:05 PM CST


Lily Allen For 'Doctor Who' Role?
Starpulse.com, CT - 1 hour ago
Unknown actor Matt Smith was named as David Tennant's replacement after it was announced he would step down from the role - one of the biggest parts on UK ...

New Doctor Who's a Party Animal - WA today

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 10:05 PM CST


New Doctor Who's a Party Animal
WA today, Australia - 1 hour ago
WHO is the odd one out: Stephen Fry, Matt Smith, David Morrissey, Patterson Joseph, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Catherine Tate, Bill Nighy or Rhys Ifans? ...

Tuesday Link-a-Mania

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 09:56 PM CST

Lost Season Five Gets A Thumbs Up Sci Fi Wire has seen the opening two hours of Lost season five and gives them an enthusiastic review: "Ready to get Lost again? I've been back to the island, and I have to say it looks like things may be picking up as the...

Ashford cartoonist draws Eleventh Doctor Who - Staines News

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 09:43 PM CST


Ashford cartoonist draws Eleventh Doctor Who
Staines News, UK - 14 minutes ago
On Saturday the BBC unveiled the new actor who will succeed David Tennant as Doctor Who in 2010. Just hours after, the nuances of the young actor's Matt ...

Reach for the stars - Burnham & Highbridge Weekly News

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 09:21 PM CST


Reach for the stars
Burnham & Highbridge Weekly News, UK - 36 minutes ago
Carol Langdon got up close and personal with popular actor John Barrowman - best known as Captain Jack on Torchwood and a favourite on talent shows Any ...

Watch new Dr Who bed Billie - The Sun

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 09:21 PM CST


Watch new Dr Who bed Billie
The Sun, UK - 36 minutes ago
By CARA LEE ALTHOUGH most people hadn't heard of Matt Smith before he was revealed as the new Doctor Who on Saturday, he has got up close and personal with ...

Reach for the stars - This Is The Westcountry

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 09:17 PM CST


Reach for the stars
This Is The Westcountry, UK - 40 minutes ago
Carol Langdon got up close and personal with popular actor John Barrowman - best known as Captain Jack on Torchwood and a favourite on talent shows Any ...

Wycombe based cameraman gives verdict on Matt Smith - Bucks Free Press

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 08:54 PM CST


Wycombe based cameraman gives verdict on Matt Smith
Bucks Free Press, UK - 1 hour ago
As a relative unknown Matt Smith was a surprise choice for the role, replacing current Doctor David Tennant, having only done a handful of TV acting jobs ...

David Tennant is back on stage - The Paisley Daily Express

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 08:52 PM CST


David Tennant is back on stage
The Paisley Daily Express, UK - 1 hour ago
DAVID Tennant is back treading the boards again after being put flat on his back by a slipped disc. The star actor, from Paisley, was absent from his role ...

Friends reuniting via Internet - Santa Rosa Press Democrat

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 08:51 PM CST


Friends reuniting via Internet
Santa Rosa Press Democrat, CA - 1 hour ago
Wallingford's cyberman is happily engaged. But, often, when people find old flames it's not what it was or what they think it should be, Gleason said. ...

Allen in lead for Dr Who role? - DotMusic.com

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 08:42 PM CST


Allen in lead for Dr Who role?
DotMusic.com - 1 hour ago
Unknown actor Matt Smith was named as David Tennant's replacement after it was announced he would step down from the role - one of the biggest parts on TV ...

Preview: The Bridge Project - Londonist

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 08:41 PM CST


Preview: The Bridge Project
Londonist, UK - 1 hour ago
... of 'Hamlet' and 'The Tempest', but lead Stephen Dillane had to withdraw for personal reasons (perhaps lucky for David Tennant and Jude Law that he did). ...

BBC denies new Dr Who betting claim - Belfast Newsletter

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 08:33 PM CST


BBC denies new Dr Who betting claim
Belfast Newsletter, UK - 6 minutes ago
The BBC has denied any knowledge of suspicious betting activity over the identity of the new Doctor Who. Bookmakers reduced odds on actor Matt Smith landing ...

ALLEN IN LEAD FOR DR WHO ROLE? - UK Express

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 08:28 PM CST


ALLEN IN LEAD FOR DR WHO ROLE?
UK Express, UK - 1 hour ago
Unknown actor Matt Smith was named as David Tennant's replacement after it was announced he would step down from the role - one of the biggest parts on UK ...

Author interview: Nick Griffiths

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 08:00 PM CST

Nick Griffiths is a magazine and newspaper writer, and novelist (In the Footsteps of Harrison Dextrose was published last April 2008), but he's best known to SFX readers as the man behind Doctor Who memoir Dalek I Loved You, and its travel-based follow-up Who...

Top 25 fictional ads in sci-fi

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 07:58 PM CST

Den of Geek has listed the top 25 fictional ads in sci-fi movies. It makes for fun, nostalgic reading. Here's the top 10 they give, but head over there to see video clips of the whole list. 10: Galaxy Quest (1999) - TV spot. 9: Robocop (1987) -...

The Battlestar story Facebook style

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 07:52 PM CST

Surely it's only a matter of time until all great stories (including Jane Austen and Shakespeare ) are told through Facebook status updates. So well done to the person who thought of doing this for Battlestar Galactica. battlestarbook - Free...

Will Matt Smith last longer than Daid Tennant as Doctor Who? - Mirror.co.uk

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 07:13 PM CST


Will Matt Smith last longer than Daid Tennant as Doctor Who?
Mirror.co.uk, UK - 20 minutes ago
By Derek McGovern 6/01/2009 There's no doubt that inside information led to unknown actor Matt Smith plunging to 1-3 favourite to be named new Dr Who - and ...

We Have A New Dr W... - Insomniac Mania

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 06:53 PM CST


We Have A New Dr W...
Insomniac Mania, UK - 40 minutes ago
The 26-year-old unknown will be replacing David Tennant shortly. Smith let slip the news to his father shortly before it was officially announced. ...

Oom Pah Pah! It's the Oliver! Review - Show and Stay

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 06:52 PM CST


Oom Pah Pah! It's the Oliver! Review
Show and Stay, UK - 41 minutes ago
We have legendary comedian Rowan Atkinson donning a bald pate and lank hair to play 'Fagin' and Torchwood's Burn Gorman to yob about all over the place as ...

Wycombe based cameraman gives verdict on Matt Smith - This is Local London

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 06:52 PM CST


Wycombe based cameraman gives verdict on Matt Smith
This is Local London, UK - 41 minutes ago
As a relative unknown Matt Smith was a surprise choice for the role, replacing current Doctor David Tennant, having only done a handful of TV acting jobs ...

ALLEN IN LEAD FOR DR WHO ROLE? - PR-Inside.com (Pressemitteilung)

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 06:38 PM CST


ALLEN IN LEAD FOR DR WHO ROLE?
PR-Inside.com (Pressemitteilung), Austria - 55 minutes ago
Unknown actor Matt Smith was named as David Tennant's replacement after it was announced he would step down from the role - one of the biggest parts on UK ...

LILY ALLEN - ALLEN IN LEAD FOR DR WHO ROLE? - Contactmusic.com

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 06:12 PM CST


LILY ALLEN - ALLEN IN LEAD FOR DR WHO ROLE?
Contactmusic.com, UK - 1 hour ago
Unknown actor Matt Smith was named as David Tennant's replacement after it was announced he would step down from the role - one of the biggest parts on UK ...

RESULT!: Matt is the Doctor but Who will last longest? - Mirror.co.uk

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 06:12 PM CST


RESULT!: Matt is the Doctor but Who will last longest?
Mirror.co.uk, UK - 13 minutes ago
... but he was backed like there was no tomorrow on internet betting exchange Betfair amid rumours of cybermen lumping on in cyberspace. ...

Lester explains away black Doctor Who - First Post

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 06:10 PM CST


Lester explains away black Doctor Who
First Post, UK - 1 hour ago
The announcement that 26-year-old Matt Smith will take over from David Tennant as Doctor Who has not been greeted with enthusiasm in all quarters. ...

Dr Who On Earth? The Quietus Aren't Convinced - The Quietus

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 06:00 PM CST


Dr Who On Earth? The Quietus Aren't Convinced
The Quietus, UK - 25 minutes ago
... I might conjecture that the selection of 26 year old Mat Smith to take over from David Tennant in the lead role of Doctor Who was designed to alienate ...

Who? BBC announces little-known actor will take over lead role in ... - Minneapolis Star Tribune

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 05:52 PM CST


Who? BBC announces little-known actor will take over lead role in ...
Minneapolis Star Tribune, MN - 33 minutes ago
"Doctor Who" was first broadcast in 1963 and centers on a time-traveling alien known only as The Doctor who can regenerate into new human bodies. ...

Travolta son died of seizure - Philadelphia Inquirer

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 05:35 PM CST


Travolta son died of seizure
Philadelphia Inquirer, PA - 1 hour ago
Smith replaces Scotsman David Tennant, 37, and becomes the 11th doc. TV insiders and fans had expected the role to go to Paterson Joseph, who would have ...

Character renews Doctor Who deal - ToyNews

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 05:29 PM CST


Character renews Doctor Who deal
ToyNews, UK - 56 minutes ago
Product highlights in 2009 include the launch of the Time Squad collectible figures in Spring plus repackaged and revamped Cyberman 'Age of Steel' products ...

Sugar Bits — Jonathan Ross to Return to BBC This Month - PopSugar.com

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 05:14 PM CST


Sugar Bits — Jonathan Ross to Return to BBC This Month
PopSugar.com, CA - 4 minutes ago
The Sun David Tennant has returned to play Hamlet for the final week of the Royal Shakespeare Company's sold-out production at the Novello in London. ...

Lily Allen tipped to become sidekick to new Doctor Who Matt Smith - Glasgow Daily Record

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 04:29 PM CST


Lily Allen tipped to become sidekick to new Doctor Who Matt Smith
Glasgow Daily Record, UK - 49 minutes ago
LILY ALLEN is being tipped as a possible sidekick for new Dr Who Matt Smith. The executive producer of the series, Piers Wenger, said that picking the ...

Lily Allen, Rachel Stevens lead betting for Dr - WalesOnline

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 03:42 PM CST


Lily Allen, Rachel Stevens lead betting for Dr
WalesOnline, United Kingdom - 25 minutes ago
CELEBRITY names including Lily Allen and Rachel Stevens lead the betting as speculation about who will join Doctor Who newcomer Matt Smith in the Tardis ...

Tough acts to follow? Dr Who’s previous assistants - WalesOnline

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 03:42 PM CST


Tough acts to follow? Dr Who's previous assistants
WalesOnline, United Kingdom - 25 minutes ago
Joining the first series in 1963 she left in 1964 in an emotional farewell scene at the end of The Dalek Invasion of Earth. Elizabeth Sladen – Played Sarah ...

Tough acts to follow? Doctor Who’s previous assistants - WalesOnline

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 03:40 PM CST


Tough acts to follow? Doctor Who's previous assistants
WalesOnline, United Kingdom - 27 minutes ago
Joining the first series in 1963, she left in 1964 in an emotional farewell scene at the end of The Dalek Invasion of Earth. Elizabeth Sladen – Played Sarah ...

Former City hopeful is new Dr Who - Leicester Mercury

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 03:39 PM CST


Former City hopeful is new Dr Who
Leicester Mercury, UK - 29 minutes ago
He will soon be saving the world from Daleks – but it could have all been so different for the new Doctor Who. Ten years ago, Matt Smith was a promising ...

TENNANT RETURNS TO THE STAGE - UK Express

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 03:24 PM CST


TENNANT RETURNS TO THE STAGE
UK Express, UK - 1 hour ago
DOCTOR WHO star DAVID TENNANT made a triumphant return to the London stage for the final week of HAMLET performances after a back injury forced him to pull ...

BBC denies Dr Who betting claims - Channel 4 News

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 03:08 PM CST


BBC denies Dr Who betting claims
Channel 4 News, UK - 1 hour ago
The BBC has denied any knowledge of suspicious betting activity after bookmakers saw a last-minute flurry of wagers on the new Doctor Who. ...

BBC denies Dr Who betting claims - ITN

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 03:06 PM CST


BBC denies Dr Who betting claims
ITN, UK - 1 hour ago
The BBC has denied any knowledge of suspicious betting activity after bookmakers saw a last-minute flurry of wagers on the new Doctor Who. ...

Betting controversy around announcement of new Doctor Who - Brand Republic

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 02:52 PM CST


Betting controversy around announcement of new Doctor Who
Brand Republic, UK - 7 minutes ago
Smith, who will take over from David Tennant when he leaves the show at the end of 2009, was a massive outsider to take the role in the week leading up to ...

Is new Dr Who too young? Time will tell... - Blackpool Gazette

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 02:43 PM CST


Is new Dr Who too young? Time will tell...
Blackpool Gazette, UK - 16 minutes ago
Bispham youngster Owen Mitchell donned a stripy scarf and took a walk down Doctor Who memory lane as the 11th incarnation of the charismatic time lord was ...

Getty Images David Tennant on set of the Dr Who Christmas Special - Irish Independent

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 02:34 PM CST


Getty Images David Tennant on set of the Dr Who Christmas Special
Irish Independent, Ireland - 25 minutes ago
By Amol Rajan in London The BBC has refused to investigate a potential betting scam over the announcement of the new Doctor Who. ...

Sideshow: Travolta son died of seizure - Philadelphia Inquirer

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 02:10 PM CST


Sideshow: Travolta son died of seizure
Philadelphia Inquirer, PA - 48 minutes ago
Smith replaces Scotsman David Tennant, 37, and becomes the 11th doc. TV insiders and fans had expected the role to go to Paterson Joseph, who would have ...

BBC denies new Doctor Who betting claims - Yorkshire Evening Post

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 02:08 PM CST


BBC denies new Doctor Who betting claims
Yorkshire Evening Post, UK - 51 minutes ago
Smith replaces David Tennant at the helm of the Tardis, and is due to first appear on our screens as the revered doctor in 2010. Although relatively unknown ...

BBC chooses young actor as 11th Dr. Who - Ottawa Citizen

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 01:03 PM CST


BBC chooses young actor as 11th Dr. Who
Ottawa Citizen,  Canada - 1 hour ago
A relative unknown will take over the title role of Doctor Who in the British science fiction television show, making him the 11th time lord in 45 years to ...

BBC denial over flurry of bets on new Dr Who - Yorkshire Post

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 12:52 PM CST


BBC denial over flurry of bets on new Dr Who
Yorkshire Post, UK - 2 hours ago
THE BBC yesterday denied any knowledge of suspicious betting activity over the identity of the new Doctor Who. Bookmakers reduced odds on actor Matt Smith ...

News: Matt Smith Reaction

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 12:46 PM CST

Gawd strewth! Another Smith in the TARDIS! Sarah Jane Smith, Mickey Smith, John Smith and now some relatively unknown youngster called Matt Smith! Whatever next? Delia Smith as the new companion??? I, for one, am happy with the casting of the "relatively unknown 26 year old" (you'll be hearing that phrase A LOT over the coming days!) - he looks the part and seems genuinely charming with some extremely expressive hands, a quirkiness that can only add to the role. And he has weird...

Late bets on Matt Smith as Doctor Who came from home town - Telegraph.co.uk

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 12:44 PM CST


Late bets on Matt Smith as Doctor Who came from home town
Telegraph.co.uk, United Kingdom - 2 hours ago
Favourites had included Paterson Joseph, James Nesbitt and David Morrissey, who appeared in the Christmas special along with David Tennant. ...

Doctor Who’s previous companions - WalesOnline

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 12:44 PM CST


Doctor Who's previous companions
WalesOnline, United Kingdom - 2 hours ago
Joining the first series in 1963, she left in 1964 in an emotional farewell scene at the end of The Dalek Invasion of Earth. Elizabeth Sladen took over as ...

Welsh stars among bookies’ favourites to be next Doctor Who companion - WalesOnline

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 12:44 PM CST


Welsh stars among bookies' favourites to be next Doctor Who companion
WalesOnline, United Kingdom - 2 hours ago
... Freema Agyeman reportedly beat audition hopefuls Michelle Ryan and Lily Allen to the role of Martha Jones, companion to David Tennant's Doctor, in 2007. ...

Why every actress should want to be Doctor Who’s companion - WalesOnline

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 12:36 PM CST


Why every actress should want to be Doctor Who's companion
WalesOnline, United Kingdom - 7 minutes ago
And as a girl growing up with a Dr Who-obsessed big brother (who still has his Doctor Who monthly delivered to my mum's house despite being 37 and living in ...

BBC denies 'Who' betting irregularities - Digital Spy

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 11:56 AM CST


BBC denies 'Who' betting irregularities
Digital Spy, UK - 47 minutes ago
... of anyone betting on the outcome of the identity of the 11th Doctor." Smith will begin his tenure as The Doctor in 2010, taking over from David Tennant.

Dr Who? BBC chooses newcomer - la estrella

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 11:12 AM CST


Dr Who? BBC chooses newcomer
la estrella, Panama - 30 minutes ago
The BBC revealed the identity of the new Dr. Who during a special edition of "Doctor Who Confidential" on the weekend "I'm just so excited about the journey ...

Dr Who scam claims refuted - Irish Independent

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 10:49 AM CST


Dr Who scam claims refuted
Irish Independent, Ireland - 53 minutes ago
By Amol Rajan in London The BBC has refused to investigate a potential betting scam over the announcement of the new Doctor Who. ...

BBC denies new Dr Who betting claim - Wilts and Gloucestershire Standard

Posted: 05 Jan 2009 10:44 AM CST


BBC denies new Dr Who betting claim
Wilts and Gloucestershire Standard, UK - 58 minutes ago
The BBC has denied any knowledge of suspicious betting activity over the identity of the new Doctor Who. Bookmakers reduced odds on actor Matt Smith landing ...

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