List of Doctor Who DVD releases
Encyclopedia
This is a list of Doctor Who serials that are available on DVD
and Blu-ray.
, and released later in Australia and New Zealand (Region 4) and in North America (Region 1). Aside from differences in the external packaging, special features and commentaries are mostly identical in all versions. The Region 1 release of The Five Doctors contains a commentary track featuring Peter Davison
and Terrance Dicks
not available on the earlier Region 2 release. All Region 1 releases prior to September 2005 also included a "Who's Who" feature that identified key cast members and gave brief biographies and filmographies. The Region 1 releases of Robots of Death, The Ark in Space
, The Talons of Weng-Chiang
, and Pyramids of Mars
also include a featurette with the syndicated Time-Life
introductions and closings narrated by Howard da Silva
.
There are also minor variations having to do with technical glitches that occurred in the Region 2 discs but were corrected in time for the Region 1 release (The Caves of Androzani
, Remembrance of the Daleks
, Complete Series Two box set).
The Region 2 discs released up to 2009 have also been dual coded with Region 4, so the two have been identical. This practice ceased for new releases in 2009. The only exceptions are Vengeance on Varos
, which fixed an error on the Region 2 version in episode 2, and Remembrance of the Daleks
, which used the NTSC
master due to errors on the UK version and issues about music clearance.
The Region 1 classic series DVDs are labelled with story numbers, which are listed below. The numbering system follows that used in the 1995 reference work The Discontinuity Guide
. It differs slightly from that used by Doctor Who Magazine
(the source for the Wikipedia list of Doctor Who serials), firstly by including the uncompleted serial Shada
, and secondly by counting the four segments of The Trial of a Time Lord
as four separate stories. Because of this, both schemes are identical until the 108th story, The Horns of Nimon
, after which they diverge. The Region 1 DVDs of the 2005 revival of Doctor Who do not have story numbers, so none are listed here.
As well as the DVDs, episode soundtracks, including releases of soundtracks where the video elements of episodes no longer exist with linking narration being added as a substitute are also released on CD. For a full list of these and other releases, see List of Doctor Who audio releases.
As of 3 October 2011, 131 stories (including 117 complete stories, 13 incomplete stories and 1 story reconstructed with animation) from the classic era (1963–1996) have been released on DVD. 29 stories (including 15 complete stories, 4 incomplete stories and 10 missing stories) remain unavailable.
Although Region 1 initially lagged somewhat behind Region 2, its release rate (up until the R2 schedule change in late 2006) was typically somewhat faster: seven releases, spread across four release slots. The yearly box set was typically slotted for March, while June, September, and November are each scheduled for two releases. By March 2007, the Region 1 catalogue had essentially caught up with Region 2. As of January 2011, Region 1 and Region 2 release schedule will be synchronised, with titles being released in North America within a month after the UK release. The Region 4 release schedule is expected to follow suit.
from the best available materials, and are presented as originally broadcast—in episodic format, where applicable. Other features present on every, or nearly every, DVD include cast and crew commentary, subtitles, production notes, and a photo gallery.
"Special edition" releases (which make up the bulk of the line; see above) also typically include one or more documentaries relating to the serial in question, any relevant archive material, and—where applicable—the occasional highlight such as a Dolby 5.1 mix or enhanced movie edit. The precise features vary, depending on the available resources and the nature of the story.
", was the first Doctor Who episode to be filmed and broadcast in high-definition
. It was released on Blu-ray on the same day as its corresponding DVD in Region 2. All subsequent episodes (excluding the animated "Dreamland
") have also been filmed and broadcast in high-definition and released on Blu-ray, usually simultaneously with the corresponding DVDs. An upscaled
version of "The Next Doctor" (which was shot in standard-definition
) was also released on Blu-ray as part of a box set containing all of the 2008–10 specials. It was also released individually in Australia and New Zealand. So far no other Doctor Who episodes that were broadcast prior to 2009 have been released or announced for release on Blu-ray.
as the First Doctor
. There are two complete First Doctor serials (The Sensorites
and Planet of Giants
) yet to be released on DVD and two incomplete First Doctor serials (The Reign of Terror
and The Tenth Planet
) yet to have their extant material released on DVD.
Lost in Time vol. 1
All existing episodes from otherwise missing First Doctor serials
have been released on the Lost in Time collection, with the exception of The Tenth Planet
and The Reign of Terror
which have yet to be released. Lost in Time was released in two formats in Region 1, with individual releases for volumes one and two (which cover First Doctor and Second Doctor episodes respectively), as well as an edition combining both volumes. In Regions 2 and 4, Lost in Time is available only as the combined single volume.
as the Second Doctor
. There is one complete Second Doctor serial (The Krotons
) yet to be released on DVD and one incomplete Second Doctor serial (The Ice Warriors
) yet to have its extant material released on DVD.
Lost in Time vol. 2
All existing episodes from otherwise missing Second Doctor serials
have been released on the Lost in Time collection, with the exception of The Ice Warriors
which has yet to be released and The Invasion
which had its missing episodes animated for its DVD release. Lost in Time was released in two formats in Region 1, with individual releases for volumes one and two (which cover First Doctor and Second Doctor episodes respectively), as well as an edition combining both volumes. In Regions 2 and 4, Lost in Time is available only as the combined single volume.
as the Third Doctor
. There are five Third Doctor serials (The Ambassadors of Death
, The Mind of Evil
, The Dæmons
, Invasion of the Dinosaurs
and Death to the Daleks
) yet to be released on DVD. Although originally announced for release in 2011, The Ambassadors of Death has been set back due to technical difficulties.
as the Fourth Doctor
. There are four Fourth Doctor serials (Terror of the Zygons
, The Android Invasion
, The Face of Evil
and Nightmare of Eden
) yet to be released on DVD and one unfinished serial (Shada
) that has yet to have its extant material released on DVD.
as the Fifth Doctor
. All Fifth Doctor serials have been released on DVD.
as the Sixth Doctor
. All Sixth Doctor serials have been released on DVD.
as the Seventh Doctor
. There are three Seventh Doctor serials (Dragonfire, The Happiness Patrol
and The Greatest Show in the Galaxy
) yet to be released on DVD.
as the Eighth Doctor
. The only Eighth Doctor television adventure has been released on DVD.
as the Ninth Doctor
. All Ninth Doctor serials have been released on DVD.
as the Tenth Doctor
. All Tenth Doctor serials have been released on DVD. Four Tenth Doctor serials ("The Next Doctor", "Planet of the Dead
", "The Waters of Mars
" and "The End of Time") have been released on Blu-ray.
. Eleventh Doctor serials have been released simultaneously on DVD and Blu-ray. No releases for Series 5
contain a "next time" trailer on the end of each episode.
and The Moonbase
contain both the surviving episodes (two each) as well as the soundtracks to their missing episodes, and both may be watched as "complete" serials. The set also contains an updated version of The Missing Years, a 1998 BBC documentary on the missing episodes. In Region 1, the collection was released both in parts (Hartnell and Troughton getting separate releases) and as a set. The Region 4 version was re-released in Australia on 1 July 2010.
William Hartnell:
Patrick Troughton—Disc 1:
Patrick Troughton—Disc 2:
, the same team that animated the BBC webcast The Scream of the Shalka and The Infinite Quest
.
Other box sets have been released repackaging previously released serials (often with a recently released one):
Several box sets have been released in multiple editions, some with different outer cases but the same content.
was the very first Doctor Who DVD release, and as such, is rather lacking compared to later releases in the range. This release contains a straight transfer of the 1995 Special Edition, which recut the story, added several scenes, and replaced the original effects with CGI. The Region 2 version had no commentary track, but one with Peter Davison
and writer Terrance Dicks
was added for the Region 1 release nearly two years later. The Doctor Who Restoration Team has repeatedly stated that neither they nor 2 Entertain considers this to be part of the 'official' release range. The packaging for the DVD and the design of the menus is different from all other releases in the range, although the BBC have subsequently made a new sleeve available for download from the official Doctor Who website which is intended to better match the rest of the range.
A new version of the story was released in Region 2 on 3 March 2008, containing remastered versions of both the special edition and the story as originally transmitted. It also features both the R1 commentary track, a newly recorded commentary, and a number of special features. To distinguish it from the previous release, the newer version is subtitled 25th Anniversary Edition.
, released the first issue of the partwork magazine Doctor Who DVD Files
. Every fortnight the magazine comes with a mounted DVD containing episodes of Doctor Who. They started by publishing the relaunched series, beginning with "Rose
". Starting from issue 29 the DVDs have focused on the classic series starting with Remembrance of the Daleks. All the DVDs come with new double-sided covers and are encoded for Regions 2 and 4. The series goes up to 80 issues with the David Tennant specials of 2009 being released late in the series.
) and 1966 (Daleks' Invasion Earth: 2150 A.D.) starring Peter Cushing
as "Dr. Who
". These two theatrical movies do not take place within the established canon of Doctor Who. The two films have been released as a box set (often with the Dalekmania documentary on a separate disc), first in region 4 (9 May 2001), then region 1 (22 November 2001) and later region 2 (29 July 2002). It was also re-released in region 2 (25 September 2006) with a new cover.
on both TV and on audio. It was released in 7 September 2002 worldwide through the Big Finish Website.
DVD
A DVD is an optical disc storage media format, invented and developed by Philips, Sony, Toshiba, and Panasonic in 1995. DVDs offer higher storage capacity than Compact Discs while having the same dimensions....
and Blu-ray.
DVD
Most Doctor Who DVDs have been released first in the United Kingdom with Region 2DVD region code
DVD region codes are a digital-rights management technique designed to allow film distributors to control aspects of a release, including content, release date, and price, according to the region...
, and released later in Australia and New Zealand (Region 4) and in North America (Region 1). Aside from differences in the external packaging, special features and commentaries are mostly identical in all versions. The Region 1 release of The Five Doctors contains a commentary track featuring Peter Davison
Peter Davison
Peter Davison is a British actor, best known for his roles as Tristan Farnon in the television version of James Herriot's All Creatures Great and Small and the fifth incarnation of the Doctor in Doctor Who, which he played from 1982 to 1984.-Early life:Davison was born Peter Moffett in Streatham,...
and Terrance Dicks
Terrance Dicks
Terrance Dicks is an English writer, best known for his work in television and for writing a large number of popular children's books during the 1970s and 80s.- Early career :...
not available on the earlier Region 2 release. All Region 1 releases prior to September 2005 also included a "Who's Who" feature that identified key cast members and gave brief biographies and filmographies. The Region 1 releases of Robots of Death, The Ark in Space
The Ark in Space
The Ark in Space is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 25 January to 15 February 1975.-Plot:The TARDIS materialises in a darkened room on board the station...
, The Talons of Weng-Chiang
The Talons of Weng-Chiang
The Talons of Weng-Chiang is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 26 February to 2 April 1977.-Synopsis:...
, and Pyramids of Mars
Pyramids of Mars
Pyramids of Mars is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 25 October to 15 November 1975.-Synopsis:...
also include a featurette with the syndicated Time-Life
Time-Life
Time–Life is a creator and direct marketer of books, music, video/DVD, and multimedia products. Its products are sold throughout North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia through television, print, retail, the Internet, telemarketing, and direct sales....
introductions and closings narrated by Howard da Silva
Howard Da Silva
Howard Da Silva was an American actor.-Early life:He was born Howard Silverblatt in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of Benjamin and Bertha Silverblatt. His parents were both Yiddish speaking Jews born in Russia. He had a job as a steelworker before beginning his acting career on the stage...
.
There are also minor variations having to do with technical glitches that occurred in the Region 2 discs but were corrected in time for the Region 1 release (The Caves of Androzani
The Caves of Androzani
The Caves of Androzani is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 8–16 March 1984. It was Peter Davison's last regular appearance as the Doctor, and marks the first appearance of Colin Baker in the role...
, Remembrance of the Daleks
Remembrance of the Daleks
Remembrance of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 5 October to 26 October 1988....
, Complete Series Two box set).
The Region 2 discs released up to 2009 have also been dual coded with Region 4, so the two have been identical. This practice ceased for new releases in 2009. The only exceptions are Vengeance on Varos
Vengeance on Varos
Vengeance on Varos is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts from 19–26 January 1985.-Synopsis:...
, which fixed an error on the Region 2 version in episode 2, and Remembrance of the Daleks
Remembrance of the Daleks
Remembrance of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 5 October to 26 October 1988....
, which used the NTSC
NTSC
NTSC, named for the National Television System Committee, is the analog television system that is used in most of North America, most of South America , Burma, South Korea, Taiwan, Japan, the Philippines, and some Pacific island nations and territories .Most countries using the NTSC standard, as...
master due to errors on the UK version and issues about music clearance.
The Region 1 classic series DVDs are labelled with story numbers, which are listed below. The numbering system follows that used in the 1995 reference work The Discontinuity Guide
The Discontinuity Guide
The Discontinuity Guide, by Paul Cornell, Martin Day and Keith Topping, is a humorous guidebook to the serials of the original run of the BBC science fiction series Doctor Who. It was first published in 1995 by Virgin Books, which at the time also published licensed Doctor Who...
. It differs slightly from that used by Doctor Who Magazine
Doctor Who Magazine
Doctor Who Magazine is a magazine devoted to the long-running British science fiction television series Doctor Who...
(the source for the Wikipedia list of Doctor Who serials), firstly by including the uncompleted serial Shada
Shada
Shada is an unaired serial of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was intended to be the final serial of the 1979-80 season , but was never completed due to a strike at the BBC during filming...
, and secondly by counting the four segments of The Trial of a Time Lord
The Trial of a Time Lord
The Trial of a Time Lord is a fourteen-part British science fiction serial of the long running BBC series Doctor Who. The serial, produced as the twenty-third season of the Doctor Who television series, aired in weekly episodes from 6 September to 6 December 1986...
as four separate stories. Because of this, both schemes are identical until the 108th story, The Horns of Nimon
The Horns of Nimon
-Outside references:The plot of this serial incorporates aspects of the story of Theseus and the Minotaur - a fact the Doctor comments on at the end of the last episode...
, after which they diverge. The Region 1 DVDs of the 2005 revival of Doctor Who do not have story numbers, so none are listed here.
As well as the DVDs, episode soundtracks, including releases of soundtracks where the video elements of episodes no longer exist with linking narration being added as a substitute are also released on CD. For a full list of these and other releases, see List of Doctor Who audio releases.
As of 3 October 2011, 131 stories (including 117 complete stories, 13 incomplete stories and 1 story reconstructed with animation) from the classic era (1963–1996) have been released on DVD. 29 stories (including 15 complete stories, 4 incomplete stories and 10 missing stories) remain unavailable.
Schedule
Prior to autumn 2006, the standard Region 2 release pattern was one release approximately every two months, for six releases a year. Starting in 2004, one of those releases (eventually standardised as the January one) would consist of a box set. Beginning in late 2006, four new release slots were added to account for a new category of "standard" edition releases—comparably budget-priced DVDs that would contain fewer extras than the "special edition" DVDs that make up the rest of the line. Likewise, the definition of "special editions" was expanded to include sets of two or more related serials. This rate increase brings the typical R2 schedule up to ten releases (of one or more serials apiece): one a month, excepting February and December.Although Region 1 initially lagged somewhat behind Region 2, its release rate (up until the R2 schedule change in late 2006) was typically somewhat faster: seven releases, spread across four release slots. The yearly box set was typically slotted for March, while June, September, and November are each scheduled for two releases. By March 2007, the Region 1 catalogue had essentially caught up with Region 2. As of January 2011, Region 1 and Region 2 release schedule will be synchronised, with titles being released in North America within a month after the UK release. The Region 4 release schedule is expected to follow suit.
Features
With few exceptions (noted below), each of the 'classic series' stories have been carefully restored by the Doctor Who Restoration TeamDoctor Who Restoration Team
The Doctor Who Restoration Team is a loose collection of Doctor Who fans, many within the television industry, who restore Doctor Who episodes for release on DVD....
from the best available materials, and are presented as originally broadcast—in episodic format, where applicable. Other features present on every, or nearly every, DVD include cast and crew commentary, subtitles, production notes, and a photo gallery.
"Special edition" releases (which make up the bulk of the line; see above) also typically include one or more documentaries relating to the serial in question, any relevant archive material, and—where applicable—the occasional highlight such as a Dolby 5.1 mix or enhanced movie edit. The precise features vary, depending on the available resources and the nature of the story.
Blu-ray
"Planet of the DeadPlanet of the Dead
"Planet of the Dead" is the first 2009 special of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who that was simultaneously broadcast on BBC One and BBC HD on 11 April 2009. It was the second of five special episodes broadcast throughout 2009 and early 2010, which served as lead actor...
", was the first Doctor Who episode to be filmed and broadcast in high-definition
High-definition television
High-definition television is video that has resolution substantially higher than that of traditional television systems . HDTV has one or two million pixels per frame, roughly five times that of SD...
. It was released on Blu-ray on the same day as its corresponding DVD in Region 2. All subsequent episodes (excluding the animated "Dreamland
Dreamland (Doctor Who)
Dreamland is the second animated Doctor Who serial to air on television...
") have also been filmed and broadcast in high-definition and released on Blu-ray, usually simultaneously with the corresponding DVDs. An upscaled
Video scaler
A video scaler is a device for converting video signals from one size or resolution to another: usually "upscaling" or "upconverting" a video signal from a low resolution to one of higher resolution A video scaler is a device for converting video signals from one size or resolution to another:...
version of "The Next Doctor" (which was shot in standard-definition
Standard-definition television
Sorete-definition television is a television system that uses a resolution that is not considered to be either enhanced-definition television or high-definition television . The term is usually used in reference to digital television, in particular when broadcasting at the same resolution as...
) was also released on Blu-ray as part of a box set containing all of the 2008–10 specials. It was also released individually in Australia and New Zealand. So far no other Doctor Who episodes that were broadcast prior to 2009 have been released or announced for release on Blu-ray.
Releases
This is a list of Doctor Who DVD and Blu-ray releases that have either been released or have been announced for release. Unless otherwise noted all dates refer to DVD releases only.First Doctor releases
Starring William HartnellWilliam Hartnell
William Henry Hartnell was an English actor. During 1963-66, he was the first actor to play the Doctor in the long-running BBC science fiction television series Doctor Who.-Early life:...
as the First Doctor
First Doctor
The First Doctor is the initial incarnation of the protagonist of the long-running BBC television science-fiction series Doctor Who. He was portrayed by the actor William Hartnell from 1963 to 1966. Hartnell reprised the role in the tenth anniversary story The Three Doctors in 1973 - albeit in a...
. There are two complete First Doctor serials (The Sensorites
The Sensorites
The Sensorites is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from June 20 to August 1, 1964. The story is notable for its early demonstration of Susan's telepathy and references to the Doctor and her home planet.-Plot:The...
and Planet of Giants
Planet of Giants
*An early draft of this story – by C.E. Webber and entitled The Giants – was originally meant to be the first story of the first season.-Episode 4:*This story was originally four episodes in length...
) yet to be released on DVD and two incomplete First Doctor serials (The Reign of Terror
The Reign of Terror (Doctor Who)
The Reign of Terror is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from August 8 to September 12, 1964. The story was set in France during the period of the French Revolution known as the Reign of Terror.-Plot:The Doctor, Ian,...
and The Tenth Planet
The Tenth Planet
The Tenth Planet is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 8 October to 29 October 1966. It was William Hartnell's last regular appearance as the First Doctor, and the first story to feature the Cybermen...
) yet to have their extant material released on DVD.
| Season | Story # | Serial name | Number and duration of episodes |
R2 release date | R4 release date | R1 release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 001 002 003 004 |
The Beginning: An Unearthly Child An Unearthly Child The serial that became An Unearthly Child was originally commissioned from writer Anthony Coburn in June 1963, when it was intended to run as the second Doctor Who serial. At this stage, it was planned that the series would open with a serial entitled The Giants, to be written by BBC staff... (4 episodes) The Daleks The Daleks The Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in seven weekly parts from 21 December 1963 to 1 February 1964... (7 episodes) The Edge of Destruction The Edge of Destruction The Edge of Destruction is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts on February 8 and February 15, 1964. The serial is distinguished as a rare "bottle episode", in that the entire story is shot on a single set, with just... (2 episodes) (Also includes a 30 minute telesnap reconstruction of Marco Polo Marco Polo (Doctor Who) -CD and DVD releases:*In 2003, a three-CD set of the audio soundtrack was released, as part of Doctor Who's 40th anniversary. This CD set is unique in containing a map of Cathay as represented during the period of the Doctor's visit to China, and also explaining historical inaccuracies... ) |
13 × 25 min. + 1 × 30 min. reconstruction |
30 January 2006 | 2 March 2006 | 28 March 2006 |
| 005 | The Keys of Marinus The Keys of Marinus The Keys of Marinus is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in 6 weekly parts from April 11 to May 16, 1964... |
6 × 25 min. | 21 September 2009 | 7 January 2010 | 5 January 2010 | |
| 006 | The Aztecs The Aztecs (Doctor Who) -VHS and DVD releases:*The serial was released on VHS in 1992.*On 21 October 2002, it was released on Region 2 DVD. This release was the first Doctor Who DVD to use the VidFIRE process throughout the whole production.-External links:Fan reviews... |
4 × 25 min. | 21 October 2002 | 2 December 2002 | 4 March 2003 | |
| 007 | The Sensorites The Sensorites The Sensorites is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from June 20 to August 1, 1964. The story is notable for its early demonstration of Susan's telepathy and references to the Doctor and her home planet.-Plot:The... |
6 × 25 min. | 6 February 2012 | TBA | 14 February 2012 | |
| 008 | The Reign of Terror The Reign of Terror (Doctor Who) The Reign of Terror is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from August 8 to September 12, 1964. The story was set in France during the period of the French Revolution known as the Reign of Terror.-Plot:The Doctor, Ian,... (episodes 1-3 & 6 of 6, animation of 4 & 5) |
6 × 25 min | 2012 | TBA | TBA | |
| 2 | 009 | Planet of Giants Planet of Giants *An early draft of this story – by C.E. Webber and entitled The Giants – was originally meant to be the first story of the first season.-Episode 4:*This story was originally four episodes in length... |
3 × 25 min | 2012 | TBA | TBA |
| 010 | The Dalek Invasion of Earth The Dalek Invasion of Earth The Dalek Invasion of Earth is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from November 21 to December 26, 1964.... |
6 × 25 min. | 9 June 2003 | 13 August 2003 | 7 October 2003 | |
| 011 012 |
The Rescue/The Romans: The Rescue (2 episodes) The Romans The Romans (Doctor Who) The Romans is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from January 16 to February 6, 1965. The story is set during the era of the Roman Empire in the reign of Nero.-Plot:... (4 episodes) |
6 × 25 min. | 23 February 2009 | 2 April 2009 | 7 July 2009 | |
| 013 | The Web Planet The Web Planet The Web Planet is the fifth serial in the second season of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 13 February 1965 to 20 March 1965... |
6 × 25 min. | 3 October 2005 | 3 November 2005 | 5 September 2006 | |
| 015 016 |
The Space Museum/The Chase: The Space Museum The Space Museum -VHS, CD and DVD releases:*This story was released alongside the surviving episodes of The Crusade on VHS in 1999.*The audio soundtrack was released with narration from Maureen O'Brien on CD in 2009.... (4 episodes) The Chase The Chase (Doctor Who) The Chase is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 22 May to 26 June 1965. The story is set on multiple locations including the Mary Celeste, the Empire State Building, and the planet Aridius... (6 episodes) |
10 × 25 min. | 1 March 2010 | 6 May 2010 | 6 July 2010 | |
| 017 | The Time Meddler The Time Meddler The Time Meddler is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 3 July to 24 July 1965... |
4 × 25 min. | 4 February 2008 | 2 April 2008 | 5 August 2008 | |
| 3 | 023 | The Ark The Ark (Doctor Who) The Ark is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 5 March to 26 March 1966... |
4 × 25 min. | 14 February 2011 | 3 March 2011 | 8 March 2011 |
| 025 | The Gunfighters The Gunfighters The Gunfighters is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, set in 19th Century America on the days leading up to the famous Gunfight at the O.K. Corral... Only available as part of the Earthstory box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1 |
4 × 25 min. | 20 June 2011 | 4 August 2011 | 12 July 2011 | |
| 027 | The War Machines The War Machines The War Machines is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in 4 weekly parts from 25 June to 16 July 1966... |
4 × 25 min. | 25 August 2008 | 7 November 2008 | 6 January 2009 |
Lost in Time vol. 1
All existing episodes from otherwise missing First Doctor serials
Doctor Who missing episodes
The Doctor Who missing episodes are the instalments of the long-running British science-fiction television programme Doctor Who that have no known film or videotape copies. They were wiped by the BBC during the 1960s and 1970s for economic and space-saving reasons...
have been released on the Lost in Time collection, with the exception of The Tenth Planet
The Tenth Planet
The Tenth Planet is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 8 October to 29 October 1966. It was William Hartnell's last regular appearance as the First Doctor, and the first story to feature the Cybermen...
and The Reign of Terror
The Reign of Terror (Doctor Who)
The Reign of Terror is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from August 8 to September 12, 1964. The story was set in France during the period of the French Revolution known as the Reign of Terror.-Plot:The Doctor, Ian,...
which have yet to be released. Lost in Time was released in two formats in Region 1, with individual releases for volumes one and two (which cover First Doctor and Second Doctor episodes respectively), as well as an edition combining both volumes. In Regions 2 and 4, Lost in Time is available only as the combined single volume.
| Season | Story # | Includes episodes from | Number and duration of episodes |
R2 release date | R4 release date | R1 release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 | 014 021 024 |
The Crusade The Crusade (Doctor Who) The Crusade is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from March 27 to April 17, 1965. The story is set in Palestine, near Jerusalem, during the Third Crusade.-Plot:... (episodes 1 & 3 of 4; soundtracks of 2 & 4) The Daleks' Master Plan The Daleks' Master Plan The Daleks' Master Plan is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. The twelve episodes were aired from 13 November 1965 to 29 January 1966... (episodes 2, 5 & 10 of 12) The Celestial Toymaker The Celestial Toymaker The Celestial Toymaker is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 2 April to 23 April 1966.-Plot:... (episode 4 of 4) (Also includes surviving clips from The Smugglers The Smugglers The Smugglers is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 10 September to 1 October 1966.-Plot:... and The Tenth Planet The Tenth Planet The Tenth Planet is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 8 October to 29 October 1966. It was William Hartnell's last regular appearance as the First Doctor, and the first story to feature the Cybermen... ) |
6 × 25 min. + 2 × 25 min. audio |
1 November 2004 | 2 December 2004 (Original release) 1 July 2010 (Re-release) |
2 November 2004 |
Second Doctor releases
Starring Patrick TroughtonPatrick Troughton
Patrick George Troughton was an English actor most widely known for his roles in fantasy, science fiction and horror films, particularly in his role as the second incarnation of the Doctor in the long-running British science-fiction television series Doctor Who, which he played from 1966 to 1969,...
as the Second Doctor
Second Doctor
The Second Doctor is the second incarnation of the protagonist of the long-running BBC television science-fiction series Doctor Who. He was portrayed by character actor Patrick Troughton....
. There is one complete Second Doctor serial (The Krotons
The Krotons
The Krotons is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from December 28, 1968 to January 18, 1969...
) yet to be released on DVD and one incomplete Second Doctor serial (The Ice Warriors
The Ice Warriors
The Ice Warriors is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from November 11 to December 16, 1967...
) yet to have its extant material released on DVD.
| Season | Story # | Serial name | Number and duration of episodes |
R2 release date | R4 release date | R1 release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 037 | The Tomb of the Cybermen The Tomb of the Cybermen The Tomb of the Cybermen is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who that originally aired in four weekly parts from September 2 to September 23, 1967 and is the earliest serial starring Patrick Troughton as the Second Doctor to exist in its entirety... |
4 × 25 min. | 14 January 2002 | 4 April 2002 | 6 August 2002 |
| The Tomb of the Cybermen The Tomb of the Cybermen The Tomb of the Cybermen is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who that originally aired in four weekly parts from September 2 to September 23, 1967 and is the earliest serial starring Patrick Troughton as the Second Doctor to exist in its entirety... – Special Edition Will be part of the Revisitations 3 box set |
4 × 25 min. | 2012 | TBA | 13 March 2012 | ||
| 6 | 044 | The Dominators The Dominators The Dominators is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in five weekly parts from 10 August to 7 September 1968.-Plot:... |
5 × 25 min. | 12 July 2010 | 2 September 2010 | 11 January 2011 |
| 045 | The Mind Robber The Mind Robber The Mind Robber is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in five weekly parts from September 14 to October 12, 1968... |
5 × 20 min. | 7 March 2005 | 5 May 2005 | 6 September 2005 | |
| 046 | The Invasion The Invasion (Doctor Who) The Invasion is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in eight weekly parts from 2 November to 21 December 1968... (episodes 2-3 & 5-8 of 8, animation of 1 & 4) |
8 × 25 min. | 6 November 2006 | 3 January 2007 | 6 March 2007 | |
| 047 | The Krotons The Krotons The Krotons is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from December 28, 1968 to January 18, 1969... |
4 × 25 min. | 2012 | TBA | TBA | |
| 048 | The Seeds of Death The Seeds of Death The Seeds of Death is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from 25 January to 1 March 1969... |
6 × 25 min. | 17 February 2003 | 5 May 2003 | 2 March 2004 | |
| The Seeds of Death The Seeds of Death The Seeds of Death is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from 25 January to 1 March 1969... – Special Edition Only available as part of the Revisitations 2 box set in Regions 2 and 4. Not yet available in Region 1 |
6 × 25 min. | 28 March 2011 | 5 May 2011 | TBA | ||
| 050 | The War Games The War Games The War Games is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in ten weekly parts from 19 April to 21 June 1969. It was the last regular appearance of Patrick Troughton as the Second Doctor, and of Wendy Padbury and Frazer Hines as companions Zoe... |
10 × 25 min. | 6 July 2009 | 3 September 2009 | 3 November 2009 |
Lost in Time vol. 2
All existing episodes from otherwise missing Second Doctor serials
Doctor Who missing episodes
The Doctor Who missing episodes are the instalments of the long-running British science-fiction television programme Doctor Who that have no known film or videotape copies. They were wiped by the BBC during the 1960s and 1970s for economic and space-saving reasons...
have been released on the Lost in Time collection, with the exception of The Ice Warriors
The Ice Warriors
The Ice Warriors is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from November 11 to December 16, 1967...
which has yet to be released and The Invasion
The Invasion (Doctor Who)
The Invasion is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in eight weekly parts from 2 November to 21 December 1968...
which had its missing episodes animated for its DVD release. Lost in Time was released in two formats in Region 1, with individual releases for volumes one and two (which cover First Doctor and Second Doctor episodes respectively), as well as an edition combining both volumes. In Regions 2 and 4, Lost in Time is available only as the combined single volume.
| Season | Story # | Includes episodes from | Number and duration of episodes |
R2 release date | R4 release date | R1 release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-6 | 032 033 035 036 038 040 041 043 049 |
The Underwater Menace The Underwater Menace The Underwater Menace is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 14 January 1967 to 4 February 1967. The story constitutes Jamie McCrimmon's first journey with the Doctor as a travelling companion.-Plot:The TARDIS... (episode 3 of 4) The Moonbase The Moonbase The Moonbase is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 11 February to 4 March 1967... (episodes 2 & 4 of 4; soundtracks of 1 & 3) The Faceless Ones The Faceless Ones The Faceless Ones is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from April 8 to May 13, 1967. The story concerns a race of identity-stealing aliens known as the Chameleons... (episodes 1 & 3 of 6) The Evil of the Daleks The Evil of the Daleks The Evil of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in seven weekly parts from 20 May to 1 July 1967. This serial marked the debut of Deborah Watling as the Doctor's new companion, Victoria Waterfield.Evil was initially intended to... (episode 2 of 7) The Abominable Snowmen The Abominable Snowmen The Abominable Snowmen is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from September 30 to November 4, 1967. The story is notable for the introduction of recurring foes, the Yeti.... (episode 2 of 6) The Enemy of the World The Enemy of the World The Enemy of the World is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from 23 December 1967 to 27 January 1968... (episode 3 of 6) The Web of Fear The Web of Fear The Web of Fear is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 3 February to 9 March 1968. This serial — which marks the return of the Yeti, the Great Intelligence, and Professor Travers — is the sequel to The Abominable... (episode 1 of 6) The Wheel in Space The Wheel in Space The Wheel in Space is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from 27 April to 1 June 1968... (episodes 3 & 6 of 6) The Space Pirates The Space Pirates The Space Pirates is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from 8 March to 12 April 1969.-Plot:... (episode 2 of 6) (Also includes surviving clips from The Power of the Daleks The Power of the Daleks The Power of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 5 November to 10 December 1966. It is Patrick Troughton's first full story as the Doctor.-Plot:... , The Highlanders The Highlanders (Doctor Who) The Highlanders is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 17 December 1966 to 7 January 1967.... , The Macra Terror The Macra Terror The Macra Terror is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 11 March to 1 April 1967... and Fury from the Deep Fury from the Deep Fury from the Deep is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from 16 March to 20 April 1968... ) |
12 × 25 min. + 2 × 25 min. audio |
1 November 2004 | 2 December 2004 (Original release) 1 July 2010 (Re-release) |
2 November 2004 |
Third Doctor releases
Starring Jon PertweeJon Pertwee
John Devon Roland Pertwee , was an English actor. Pertwee is best known for his role in the BBC science fiction television series Doctor Who, in which he played the third incarnation of the Doctor from 1970 to 1974, and as the title character in the series Worzel Gummidge...
as the Third Doctor
Third Doctor
The Third Doctor is the third incarnation of the protagonist of the long-running BBC television science-fiction series Doctor Who. He was portrayed by actor Jon Pertwee....
. There are five Third Doctor serials (The Ambassadors of Death
The Ambassadors of Death
The Ambassadors of Death is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in seven weekly parts from March 21 to May 2, 1970.-Plot:...
, The Mind of Evil
The Mind of Evil
The Mind of Evil is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 30 January to 6 March 1971.-Plot:...
, The Dæmons
The Dæmons
The Dæmons is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in five weekly parts from May 22 to June 19, 1971.-Plot:...
, Invasion of the Dinosaurs
Invasion of the Dinosaurs
Invasion of the Dinosaurs is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 12 January to 16 February 1974.-Synopsis:...
and Death to the Daleks
Death to the Daleks
Death to the Daleks is a four-part serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. First broadcast from February 23 to March 16, 1974, it comprises four 25-minute episodes. The narrative begins as the TARDIS suffers an energy drain and crash-lands on the planet Exxilon...
) yet to be released on DVD. Although originally announced for release in 2011, The Ambassadors of Death has been set back due to technical difficulties.
| Season | Story # | Serial name | Number and duration of episodes |
R2 release date | R4 release date | R1 release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 051 | Spearhead from Space Spearhead from Space Spearhead from Space is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 3 January to 24 January 1970. The serial opened Series 7 of the show and was the first to be produced in colour. The serial introduced Jon Pertwee as the... |
4 × 25 min. | 29 January 2001 | 12 September 2001 | 11 September 2001 |
| Spearhead from Space Spearhead from Space Spearhead from Space is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 3 January to 24 January 1970. The serial opened Series 7 of the show and was the first to be produced in colour. The serial introduced Jon Pertwee as the... – Special Edition Only available as part of the Mannequin Mania box set in Regions 2 and 4. Not yet available in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 9 May 2011 | 2 June 2011 | TBA | ||
| 052 | Doctor Who and the Silurians Doctor Who and the Silurians Doctor Who and the Silurians is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in seven weekly parts from January 31 to March 14, 1970. The story is the first appearance of a recurring family of Earth-dwelling reptiles... Only available as part of the Beneath the Surface box set in Regions 2 and 4. Available individually or in the box set in Region 1. |
7 × 25 min. | 14 January 2008 | 5 March 2008 | 3 June 2008 | |
| 053 | The Ambassadors of Death The Ambassadors of Death The Ambassadors of Death is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in seven weekly parts from March 21 to May 2, 1970.-Plot:... |
7 × 25 min. | Delayed | TBA | TBA | |
| 054 | Inferno Inferno (Doctor Who) Don Houghton came to Terrence Dicks with an idea for the story based on the real life Project Mohole. A smaller budget for the serial drove the idea of a parallel world, where the studio could use the same actors in multiple roles... |
7 × 25 min. | 19 June 2006 | 6 July 2006 | 5 September 2006 | |
| 8 | 055 | Terror of the Autons Terror of the Autons Terror of the Autons is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, broadcast in four weekly parts from 2 to 23 January 1971... Only available as part of the Mannequin Mania box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 9 May 2011 | 2 June 2011 | 10 May 2011 |
| 056 | The Mind of Evil The Mind of Evil The Mind of Evil is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 30 January to 6 March 1971.-Plot:... |
6 × 25 min. | TBA | TBA | TBA | |
| 057 | The Claws of Axos The Claws of Axos -Writing:In late 1969, script editor Terrance Dicks contacted new writing duo Bob Baker and Dave Martin after reading a draft script they had sent around the BBC for another production, A Man's Life. After offering the duo a seven-part story in November 1969 for Doctor Whos eighth season, Baker and... |
4 × 25 min. | 25 April 2005 | 2 June 2005 | 8 November 2005 | |
| 058 | Colony in Space Colony in Space Colony in Space is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in 6 weekly parts from April 10 to May 15, 1971.- Synopsis :... |
6 × 25 min. | 3 October 2011 | 1 December 2011 | 8 November 2011 | |
| 059 | The Dæmons The Dæmons The Dæmons is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in five weekly parts from May 22 to June 19, 1971.-Plot:... |
5 × 25 min. | TBA | TBA | TBA | |
| 9 | 060 | Day of the Daleks Day of the Daleks Day of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 1 January to 22 January 1972.-Synopsis:... |
4 × 25 min. | 12 September 2011 | 6 October 2011 | 13 September 2011 |
| 061 | The Curse of Peladon The Curse of Peladon The Curse of Peladon is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 29 January to 19 February 1972.-Synopsis:... Only available as part of the Peladon Tales box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1 |
4 × 25 min. | 18 January 2010 | 4 March 2010 | 4 May 2010 | |
| 062 | The Sea Devils The Sea Devils The Sea Devils is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from February 26 to April 1, 1972.-Synopsis:... Only available as part of the Beneath the Surface box set in Regions 2 and 4. Available individually or in the box set in Region 1. |
6 × 25 min. | 14 January 2008 | 5 March 2008 | 3 June 2008 | |
| 063 | The Mutants The Mutants The Mutants is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 8 April to 13 May 1972.... |
6 × 25 min. | 31 January 2011 | 3 February 2011 | 8 February 2011 | |
| 064 | The Time Monster The Time Monster The Time Monster is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 20 May to 24 June 1972.- Synopsis :... Only available as part of the Myths and Legends box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
6 × 25 min. | 29 March 2010 | 3 June 2010 | 6 July 2010 | |
| 10 | 065 | The Three Doctors | 4 × 25 min. | 24 November 2003 | 12 November 2003 | 2 March 2004 |
| The Three Doctors – Special Edition Will be part of the Revisitations 3 box set |
4 × 25 min. | 2012 | TBA | 13 March 2012 | ||
| 066 | Carnival of Monsters Carnival of Monsters Carnival of Monsters is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 27 January to 17 February 1973.... |
4 × 25 min. | 15 July 2002 | 2 September 2002 | 1 July 2003 | |
| Carnival of Monsters Carnival of Monsters Carnival of Monsters is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 27 January to 17 February 1973.... – Special Edition Only available as part of the Revisitations 2 box set in Regions 2 and 4. Not yet available in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 28 March 2011 | 5 May 2011 | TBA | ||
067 068 |
Dalek War: Frontier in Space Frontier in Space Frontier in Space is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from February 24 to March 31, 1973... (6 episodes) Planet of the Daleks Planet of the Daleks Planet of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from April 7 to May 12, 1973.-Synopsis:... (6 episodes) |
12 × 25 min. | 5 October 2009 | 4 February 2010 | 2 March 2010 | |
| 069 | The Green Death The Green Death The Green Death is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, first broadcast in six weekly parts from 19 May 1973 to 23 June 1973. It was the last to feature Katy Manning as companion Jo Grant in Doctor Who... |
6 × 25 min. | 10 May 2004 | 5 August 2004 | 1 March 2005 | |
| 11 | 070 | The Time Warrior The Time Warrior The Time Warrior is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from December 15, 1973 to January 5, 1974. This serial introduced Elisabeth Sladen as new companion Sarah Jane Smith. It also marked the debut of the Sontarans... Available individually or in the Bred for War box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 3 September 2007 | 3 October 2007 | 1 April 2008 |
| 071 | Invasion of the Dinosaurs Invasion of the Dinosaurs Invasion of the Dinosaurs is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 12 January to 16 February 1974.-Synopsis:... Will be part of the UNIT Files box set. |
6 × 25 min. | 2012 |
5 January 2012 | 10 January 2012 | |
| 072 | Death to the Daleks Death to the Daleks Death to the Daleks is a four-part serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. First broadcast from February 23 to March 16, 1974, it comprises four 25-minute episodes. The narrative begins as the TARDIS suffers an energy drain and crash-lands on the planet Exxilon... |
4 × 25 min. | 2012 | TBA | TBA | |
| 073 | The Monster of Peladon The Monster of Peladon The Monster of Peladon is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 23 March to 27 April 1974.-Synopsis:... Only available as part of the Peladon Tales box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
6 × 25 min. | 18 January 2010 | 4 March 2010 | 4 May 2010 | |
| 074 | Planet of the Spiders Planet of the Spiders Planet of the Spiders is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from May 4 to June 8, 1974. It was Jon Pertwee's last serial as the Doctor and marks the first, uncredited appearance of Tom Baker in the role. It also marks... |
6 × 25 min. | 18 April 2011 | 2 June 2011 | 10 May 2011 |
Fourth Doctor releases
Starring Tom BakerTom Baker
Thomas Stewart "Tom" Baker is a British actor. He is best known for playing the fourth incarnation of the Doctor in the science fiction television series Doctor Who, a role he played from 1974 to 1981.-Early life:...
as the Fourth Doctor
Fourth Doctor
The Fourth Doctor is the fourth incarnation of the protagonist of the long-running BBC British television science-fiction series Doctor Who....
. There are four Fourth Doctor serials (Terror of the Zygons
Terror of the Zygons
Terror of the Zygons is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 30 August to 20 September 1975...
, The Android Invasion
The Android Invasion
The Android Invasion is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 22 November to 13 December 1975. It marks the last appearance of UNIT Character Sergeant Benton...
, The Face of Evil
The Face of Evil
The Face of Evil is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. This serial starred Tom Baker as the Doctor and was the fourth story in Series 14 of Doctor Who. First broadcast in four weekly parts from January 1 to January 22, 1977...
and Nightmare of Eden
Nightmare of Eden
Nightmare of Eden is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 24 November to 15 December 1979.-Synopsis:...
) yet to be released on DVD and one unfinished serial (Shada
Shada
Shada is an unaired serial of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was intended to be the final serial of the 1979-80 season , but was never completed due to a strike at the BBC during filming...
) that has yet to have its extant material released on DVD.
| Season | Story # | Serial name | Number and duration of episodes |
R2 release date | R4 release date | R1 release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 075 | Robot Robot (Doctor Who) Robot is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 28 December 1974 to 18 January 1975... |
4 × 25 min. | 4 June 2007 | 4 July 2007 | 14 August 2007 |
| 076 | The Ark in Space The Ark in Space The Ark in Space is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 25 January to 15 February 1975.-Plot:The TARDIS materialises in a darkened room on board the station... |
4 × 25 min. | 8 April 2002 | 3 June 2002 | 6 August 2002 | |
| 077 | The Sontaran Experiment The Sontaran Experiment The Sontaran Experiment is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was originally broadcast in two weekly parts on 22 February and 1 March 1975.-Synopsis:... Available individually or in the Bred for War box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
2 × 25 min. | 9 October 2006 | 7 December 2006 | 6 March 2007 | |
| 078 | Genesis of the Daleks Genesis of the Daleks Genesis of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who that was originally broadcast in six weekly parts from 8 March to 12 April 1975. It marks the first appearance of Davros, the creator of the Daleks.-Plot:... Available individually or in The Complete Davros Collection box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
6 × 25 min. | 10 April 2006 | 4 May 2006 | 6 June 2006 | |
| 079 | Revenge of the Cybermen Revenge of the Cybermen Revenge of the Cybermen is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 19 April to 10 May 1975.-Synopsis:... Only available as part of the Cybermen box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 9 August 2010 | 7 October 2010 | 2 November 2010 | |
| 13 | 080 | Terror of the Zygons Terror of the Zygons Terror of the Zygons is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 30 August to 20 September 1975... |
4 × 25 min. | 2012 | TBA | TBA |
| 081 | Planet of Evil Planet of Evil The plot was deliberately conceived by Philip Hinchcliffe, Robert Holmes and Louis Marks as a mixture of the film Forbidden Planet and the novella The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde. In addition, Marks had been reading science magazine articles about antimatter, and decided to write a... |
4 × 25 min. | 15 October 2007 | 5 December 2007 | 4 March 2008 | |
| 082 | Pyramids of Mars Pyramids of Mars Pyramids of Mars is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 25 October to 15 November 1975.-Synopsis:... |
4 × 25 min. | 1 March 2004 | 10 June 2004 | 7 September 2004 | |
| 083 | The Android Invasion The Android Invasion The Android Invasion is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 22 November to 13 December 1975. It marks the last appearance of UNIT Character Sergeant Benton... Will be part of the UNIT Files box set. |
4 × 25 min. | 2012 |
5 January 2012 | 10 January 2012 | |
| 084 | The Brain of Morbius The Brain of Morbius The Brain of Morbius is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 3 January to 24 January 1976... |
4 × 25 min. | 21 July 2008 | 2 October 2008 | 7 October 2008 | |
| 085 | The Seeds of Doom The Seeds of Doom The Seeds of Doom is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 31 January to 6 March 1976... |
6 × 25 min. | 25 October 2010 | 2 December 2010 | 8 March 2011 | |
| 14 | 086 | The Masque of Mandragora The Masque of Mandragora The Masque of Mandragora is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 4 September to 25 September 1976. It opened Season 14 of the series.-Synopsis:... |
4 × 25 min. | 8 February 2010 | 31 March 2010 | 4 May 2010 |
| 087 | The Hand of Fear The Hand of Fear The Hand of Fear is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 2 October to 23 October 1976... |
4 × 25 min. | 24 July 2006 | 7 September 2006 | 7 November 2006 | |
| 088 | The Deadly Assassin The Deadly Assassin The Deadly Assassin is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 30 October to 20 November 1976... |
4 × 25 min. | 11 May 2009 | 2 July 2009 | 1 September 2009 | |
| 089 | The Face of Evil The Face of Evil The Face of Evil is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. This serial starred Tom Baker as the Doctor and was the fourth story in Series 14 of Doctor Who. First broadcast in four weekly parts from January 1 to January 22, 1977... |
4 × 25 min. | 2012 | TBA | 13 March 2012 | |
| 090 | The Robots of Death The Robots of Death The Robots of Death is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 29 January to 19 February 1977.-Synopsis:... |
4 × 25 min. | 13 November 2000 | 2 July 2001 | 11 September 2001 | |
| The Robots of Death The Robots of Death The Robots of Death is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 29 January to 19 February 1977.-Synopsis:... – Special Edition Will be part of the Revisitations 3 box set. |
4 × 25 min. | 2012 | TBA | 13 March 2012 | ||
| 091 | The Talons of Weng-Chiang The Talons of Weng-Chiang The Talons of Weng-Chiang is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 26 February to 2 April 1977.-Synopsis:... |
6 × 25 min. | 28 April 2003 | 30 June 2003 | 7 October 2003 | |
| The Talons of Weng-Chiang The Talons of Weng-Chiang The Talons of Weng-Chiang is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 26 February to 2 April 1977.-Synopsis:... – Special Edition Only available as part of the Revisitations 1 box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
6 × 25 min. | 4 October 2010 | 2 December 2010 | 11 October 2011 | ||
| 15 | 092 | Horror of Fang Rock Horror of Fang Rock Horror of Fang Rock is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 3 September to 24 September 1977.-Synopsis:... |
4 × 25 min. | 17 January 2005 | 7 April 2005 | 6 September 2005 |
| 093 | The Invisible Enemy The Invisible Enemy The Invisible Enemy is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 1 October to 22 October 1977... Only available as part of the K9 Tales box set with the Doctor Who spin-off K-9 and Company K-9 and Company K-9 and Company was a proposed television spin-off of the original programme run of Doctor Who . It was to feature former series regulars Sarah Jane Smith, an investigative journalist played by Elisabeth Sladen, and K-9, a robotic dog. Both characters had been companions of the Fourth Doctor, but... in all regions. |
4 × 25 min. | 16 June 2008 | 4 September 2008 | 2 September 2008 | |
| 094 | Image of the Fendahl Image of the Fendahl Image of the Fendahl is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 29 October to 19 November 1977.-Plot:... |
4 × 25 min. | 20 April 2009 | 4 June 2009 | 1 September 2009 | |
| 095 | The Sun Makers The Sun Makers -Cast notes:*Michael Keating also appeared in the audio play The Twilight Kingdom as Major Koth and in Year of the Pig as Inspector Chardalot... |
4 × 25 min. | 1 August 2011 | 1 September 2011 | 9 August 2011 | |
| 096 | Underworld Underworld (Doctor Who) Underworld is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 7 January - 28 January 1978.-Synopsis:... Only available as part of the Myths and Legends box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 29 March 2010 | 3 June 2010 | 6 July 2010 | |
| 097 | The Invasion of Time The Invasion of Time The Invasion of Time is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 4 February to 11 March 1978... Available individually or in the Bred for War box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
6 × 25 min. | 5 May 2008 | 3 July 2008 | 2 September 2008 | |
| 16 | 098 099 100 101 102 103 |
The Key to Time Stories available in Region 1 only, with minimal restoration and extras (individually or as a box set). |
26 x 25 min | n/a | n/a | 1 October 2002 |
| The Key to Time – Special Edition The Ribos Operation The Ribos Operation The Ribos Operation is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from September 2 to September 23, 1978. This serial introduces Mary Tamm as the companion Romana. After finishing his first year as producer of Doctor Who,... (4 episodes) The Pirate Planet The Pirate Planet The Pirate Planet is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 30 September to 21 October 1978. It forms the second serial of The Key to Time... (4 episodes) The Stones of Blood The Stones of Blood The Stones of Blood is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from October 28 to November 18, 1978... (4 episodes) The Androids of Tara The Androids of Tara The Androids of Tara is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 25 November to 16 December 1978... (4 episodes) The Power of Kroll The Power of Kroll *When script editor Anthony Read asked Robert Holmes to write the story, there were two requirements: that it include the largest monster in series history and that Holmes minimise the humour that many scripts from the era were known for. This second requirement was a request from higher up at the... (4 episodes) The Armageddon Factor The Armageddon Factor The Armageddon Factor is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 20 January to 24 February 1979... (6 episodes) Only available as a box set in Region 2 and 4. Stories available individually or as a box set in Region 1. |
26 × 25 min. | 24 September 2007 (Limited release) 16 November 2009 (Re-release) |
7 November 2007 | 3 March 2009 |
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| 17 | 104 | Destiny of the Daleks Destiny of the Daleks Destiny of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 1 September to 22 September 1979. The story introduces Lalla Ward as the newly-regenerated Romana.... Available individually or in The Complete Davros Collection box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 26 November 2007 | 6 February 2008 | 4 March 2008 |
| 105 | City of Death City of Death -Pre-production:Writer David Fisher had contributed two scripts to Doctor Whos sixteenth season – The Stones of Blood and The Androids of Tara – and was asked by producer Graham Williams for further story ideas... |
4 × 25 min. | 7 November 2005 | 1 December 2005 | 8 November 2005 | |
| 106 | The Creature from the Pit The Creature from the Pit The Creature from the Pit is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 27 October to 17 November 1979.-Synopsis:On the planet Chloris, metal is scarce.... |
4 × 25 min. | 3 May 2010 | 1 July 2010 | 7 September 2010 | |
| 107 | Nightmare of Eden Nightmare of Eden Nightmare of Eden is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 24 November to 15 December 1979.-Synopsis:... |
4 × 25 min. | 2012 | TBA | TBA | |
| 108 | The Horns of Nimon The Horns of Nimon -Outside references:The plot of this serial incorporates aspects of the story of Theseus and the Minotaur - a fact the Doctor comments on at the end of the last episode... Only available as part of the Myths and Legends box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 29 March 2010 | 3 June 2010 | 6 July 2010 | |
| 109 | Shada Shada Shada is an unaired serial of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was intended to be the final serial of the 1979-80 season , but was never completed due to a strike at the BBC during filming... Will be part of The Legacy Box set |
TBA | 2012 | TBA | TBA | |
| 18 | 110 | The Leisure Hive The Leisure Hive The Leisure Hive is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 30 August to 20 September 1980.-Plot:... |
4 × 25 min. | 5 July 2004 | 7 October 2004 | 7 June 2005 |
| 111 | Meglos Meglos * Working titles for this story included The Golden Pentangle and The Last Zolfa-Thuran.* This is one of only two multi-part stories to feature all credited cast members in all episodes, the other being The Edge of Destruction.... |
4 × 25 min. | 10 January 2011 | 20 January 2011 | 11 January 2011 | |
112 113 114 |
The E-Space Trilogy: Full Circle Full Circle (Doctor Who) Full Circle is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 25 October to 15 November 1980... (4 episodes) State of Decay State of Decay State of Decay is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 22 November to 13 December 1980. The serial was the second of three loosely connected serials known as the E-Space trilogy... (4 episodes) Warriors' Gate Warriors' Gate Warriors' Gate is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was written by the English author Stephen Gallagher and first broadcast in four weekly parts from 3 January to 24 January 1981... (4 episodes) |
12 × 25 min. | 26 January 2009 | 5 March 2009 | 5 May 2009 | |
| 115 | The Keeper of Traken The Keeper of Traken -Cast notes:Denis Carey, who plays the Keeper, also played Professor Chronotis in the uncompleted Fourth Doctor serial Shada, and the Old Man in the Sixth Doctor story Timelash.... Only available as part of the New Beginnings box set in Regions 2 and 4. Available individually or in the box set in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 29 January 2007 | 7 March 2007 | 5 June 2007 | |
| 116 | Logopolis Logopolis Logopolis is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 28 February to 21 March 1981. It was Tom Baker's last story as the Doctor and marks the first appearance of Peter Davison in the role... Only available as part of the New Beginnings box set in Regions 2 and 4. Available individually or in the box set in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 29 January 2007 | 7 March 2007 | 5 June 2007 |
Fifth Doctor releases
Starring Peter DavisonPeter Davison
Peter Davison is a British actor, best known for his roles as Tristan Farnon in the television version of James Herriot's All Creatures Great and Small and the fifth incarnation of the Doctor in Doctor Who, which he played from 1982 to 1984.-Early life:Davison was born Peter Moffett in Streatham,...
as the Fifth Doctor
Fifth Doctor
The Fifth Doctor is the fifth incarnation of the protagonist of the long-running BBC television science-fiction series Doctor Who. He is portrayed by Peter Davison....
. All Fifth Doctor serials have been released on DVD.
| Season | Story # | Serial name | Number and duration of episodes |
R2 release date | R4 release date | R1 release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 117 | Castrovalva Only available as part of the New Beginnings box set in Regions 2 and 4. Available individually or in the box set in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 29 January 2007 | 7 March 2007 | 5 June 2007 |
| 118 | Four to Doomsday Four to Doomsday *The working title for this story was Days Of Wrath.*Although Castrovalva was the first story aired which featured Peter Davison as the Fifth Doctor, this story was the first in the season to be produced.... |
4 × 25 min. | 15 September 2008 | 4 December 2008 | 6 January 2009 | |
| 119 | Kinda Kinda (Doctor Who) Kinda is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 1 February to 9 February 1982.-Synopsis:... Only available as part of the Mara Tales box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 7 March 2011 | 7 April 2011 | 12 April 2011 | |
| 120 | The Visitation | 4 × 25 min. | 19 January 2004 | 8 April 2004 | 1 March 2005 | |
| 121 | Black Orchid Black Orchid (Doctor Who) Black Orchid is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two parts on 1 March and 2 March 1982... |
2 × 25 min. | 14 April 2008 | 5 June 2008 | 5 August 2008 | |
| 122 | Earthshock Earthshock Earthshock is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 8 March to 16 March 1982... |
4 × 25 min. | 18 August 2003 | 1 October 2003 | 7 September 2004 | |
| 123 | Time-Flight Time-Flight Time-Flight is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 22 March to 30 March 1982... Only available as part of the Time-Flight/Arc of Infinity box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 6 August 2007 | 5 September 2007 | 6 November 2007 | |
| 20 | 124 | Arc of Infinity Arc of Infinity Arc of Infinity is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 3 January to 12 January 1983... Only available as part of the Time-Flight/Arc of Infinity box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 6 August 2007 | 5 September 2007 | 6 November 2007 |
| 125 | Snakedance Snakedance *In post-production, episode four of this story overran very badly. As a result, it had to be completely restructured. Originally the door for a third Mara adventure was to be left open, with closing scenes discussing the ultimate fate of the Great Crystal. Furthermore, a sequence in which the... Only available as part of the Mara Tales box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 7 March 2011 | 7 April 2011 | 12 April 2011 | |
126 127 128 |
Black Guardian Trilogy: Mawdryn Undead Mawdryn Undead Mawdryn Undead is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was originally broadcast in four twice weekly parts from 1 February to 9 February 1983... (4 episodes) Terminus Terminus (Doctor Who) Terminus is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was originally broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 15 to 23 February 1983... (4 episodes) Enlightenment Enlightenment (Doctor Who) Enlightenment is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was originally broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from March 1 to March 9, 1983... (4 episodes) |
12 × 25 min. 1 × 75 min. (Enlightenment Special Edition) |
10 August 2009 | 5 November 2009 | 3 November 2009 | |
| 129 | The King's Demons The King's Demons The King's Demons is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was originally broadcast in two parts on March 15 and March 16, 1983... Only available as part of the Kamelion Tales box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
2 × 25 min. | 14 June 2010 | 5 August 2010 | 7 September 2010 | |
| 130 | The Five Doctors The Five Doctors The Five Doctors is a special feature-length episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, produced in celebration of the programme's twentieth anniversary. It had its world premiere in the United States, on the Chicago PBS station WTTW and various other PBS member stations... – Special Edition |
1 × 100 min. (Special Edition)The DVD release of The Five Doctors – Special Edition is a 100-minute "special edition" with restored footage and new special effects. |
1 November 1999 | 9 October 2000 | 11 September 2001 | |
| The Five Doctors The Five Doctors The Five Doctors is a special feature-length episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, produced in celebration of the programme's twentieth anniversary. It had its world premiere in the United States, on the Chicago PBS station WTTW and various other PBS member stations... – 25th Anniversary Edition |
1 × 90 min. (Broadcast Version) 1 × 100 min. (Special Edition)The Five Doctors – 25th Anniversary Edition DVD release contains the 100-minute "special edition" with restored footage and new special effects and the story as originally broadcast as a 90 minute television movie. |
3 March 2008 | 8 May 2008 | 5 August 2008 | ||
| 21 | 131 | Warriors of the Deep Warriors of the Deep Warriors of the Deep is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 5 January to 13 January 1984... Only available as part of the Beneath the Surface box set in Regions 2 and 4. Available individually or in the box set in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 14 January 2008 | 5 March 2008 | 3 June 2008 |
| 132 | The Awakening The Awakening (Doctor Who) The Awakening is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was originally broadcast in two parts on 19 and 20 January 1984.-Synopsis:... Only available as part of the Earthstory box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
2 × 25 min. | 20 June 2011 | 4 August 2011 | 12 July 2011 | |
| 133 | Frontios Frontios Frontios is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 26 January to 3 February 1984.-Synopsis:... |
4 × 25 min. | 30 May 2011 | 7 July 2011 | 14 June 2011 | |
| 134 | Resurrection of the Daleks Resurrection of the Daleks Resurrection of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts between 8 February and 15 February 1984... Available individually or in The Complete Davros Collection box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. (Original Version)Resurrection of the Daleks was originally made in 4 25-minute episodes, but broadcast as 2 46-minute episodes due to the BBC's coverage of the 1984 Winter Olympics. The DVD contains the story in its intended 4-part format. |
18 November 2002 | 3 February 2003 | 1 July 2003 | |
| Resurrection of the Daleks Resurrection of the Daleks Resurrection of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts between 8 February and 15 February 1984... – Special Edition Only available as part of the Revisitations 2 box set in Regions 2 and 4. Not yet available in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. (Original Version) 2 × 46 min. (Broadcast Version) |
28 March 2011 | 5 May 2011 | TBA | ||
| 135 | Planet of Fire Planet of Fire Planet of Fire is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 23 February to 2 March 1984... Only available as part of the Kamelion Tales box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. (Broadcast Version) 1 × 66 min. (Special Edition) |
14 June 2010 | 5 August 2010 | 7 September 2010 | |
| 136 | The Caves of Androzani The Caves of Androzani The Caves of Androzani is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 8–16 March 1984. It was Peter Davison's last regular appearance as the Doctor, and marks the first appearance of Colin Baker in the role... |
4 × 25 min. | 18 June 2001 | 7 January 2002 | 2 April 2002 | |
| The Caves of Androzani The Caves of Androzani The Caves of Androzani is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 8–16 March 1984. It was Peter Davison's last regular appearance as the Doctor, and marks the first appearance of Colin Baker in the role... – Special Edition Only available as part of the Revisitations 1 box set in Regions 2 and 4. Not yet available in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 4 October 2010 | 2 December 2010 | 14 February 2012 |
Sixth Doctor releases
Starring Colin BakerColin Baker
Colin Baker is a British actor who is known for playing Paul Merroney in The Brothers from 1974 to 1976 and as the sixth incarnation of the Doctor in the long-running science fiction television series Doctor Who, from 1984 to 1986.- Background:Colin Baker was born in London, but moved north to...
as the Sixth Doctor
Sixth Doctor
The Sixth Doctor is the sixth incarnation of the protagonist of the long-running BBC television science-fiction series Doctor Who. He was portrayed by Colin Baker...
. All Sixth Doctor serials have been released on DVD.
| Season | Story # | Serial name | Number and duration of episodes |
R2 release date | R4 release date | R1 release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 137 | The Twin Dilemma The Twin Dilemma The Twin Dilemma is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 22 March to 30 March 1984, the first to star Colin Baker in the title role.-Synopsis:... |
4 × 25 min. | 7 September 2009 | 3 December 2009 | 5 January 2010 |
| 22 | 138 | Attack of the Cybermen Attack of the Cybermen Attack of the Cybermen is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts from 5 January to 12 January 1985. It opened Season 22 of the series... |
2 × 45 min. | 16 March 2009 | 7 May 2009 | 7 July 2009 |
| 139 | Vengeance on Varos Vengeance on Varos Vengeance on Varos is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts from 19–26 January 1985.-Synopsis:... |
2 × 45 min. | 15 October 2001 | 8 January 2002 | 4 March 2003 | |
| Vengeance on Varos Vengeance on Varos Vengeance on Varos is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts from 19–26 January 1985.-Synopsis:... – Special Edition |
2 × 45 min. | 2012 | TBA | TBA | ||
| 140 | The Mark of the Rani The Mark of the Rani The Mark of The Rani is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts from 2 February to 9 February 1985... |
2 × 45 min. | 4 September 2006 | 2 November 2006 | 7 November 2006 | |
| 141 | The Two Doctors The Two Doctors The Two Doctors is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in three weekly parts from 16 February to 2 March 1985. It starred Colin Baker and Nicola Bryant as the Sixth Doctor and his companion Peri, respectively... Available individually or in the Bred for War box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
3 × 45 min. | 8 September 2003 | 7 January 2004 | 1 June 2004 | |
| 142 | Timelash Timelash Timelash is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts from 9–16 March 1985.-Synopsis:... |
2 × 45 min. | 9 July 2007 | 31 July 2007 | 1 April 2008 | |
| 143 | Revelation of the Daleks Revelation of the Daleks Revelation of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts on 23 March and 30 March 1985... Available individually or in The Complete Davros Collection box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
2 × 45 min. | 11 July 2005 | 1 September 2005 | 6 June 2006 | |
| 23 | 144 145 146 147 |
The Trial of a Time Lord The Trial of a Time Lord The Trial of a Time Lord is a fourteen-part British science fiction serial of the long running BBC series Doctor Who. The serial, produced as the twenty-third season of the Doctor Who television series, aired in weekly episodes from 6 September to 6 December 1986... : The Mysterious Planet The Mysterious Planet -Preproduction:In February 1985, the BBC announced that the planned twenty-third season of Doctor Who had been cancelled. After vocal protests by the press and Doctor Who fans , the BBC announced that the programme was merely on "hiatus", and would return in September 1986... (4 episodes) Mindwarp Mindwarp Mindwarp is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 4 October to 25 October 1986. It is part of the larger narrative known as The Trial of a Time Lord, encompassing the whole of the 23rd season... (4 episodes) Terror of the Vervoids Terror of the Vervoids Terror of the Vervoids is the title commonly used for a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 1 November to 22 November 1986. It is part of the larger narrative known as The Trial of a Time Lord, emcompassing the... (4 episodes) The Ultimate Foe The Ultimate Foe The Ultimate Foe is the generally accepted title for a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts from 29 November to 6 December 1986. It is part of the larger narrative known as The Trial of a Time Lord, encompassing the whole... (2 episodes) |
13 × 25 min. 1 × 30 min. |
29 September 2008 | 5 January 2009 | 7 October 2008 |
Seventh Doctor releases
Starring Sylvester McCoySylvester McCoy
Sylvester McCoy is a Scottish actor. As a comic act and busker he appeared regularly on stage and on BBC Children's television in the 1970s and 80s, but is best known for playing the seventh incarnation of the Doctor in the long-running science fiction television series Doctor Who from 1987 to...
as the Seventh Doctor
Seventh Doctor
The Seventh Doctor is the seventh incarnation of the protagonist of the long-running BBC television science-fiction series Doctor Who. He was portrayed by the actor Sylvester McCoy....
. There are three Seventh Doctor serials (Dragonfire, The Happiness Patrol
The Happiness Patrol
The Happiness Patrol is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in three weekly parts from 2 November to 16 November 1988.-Plot:...
and The Greatest Show in the Galaxy
The Greatest Show in the Galaxy
The Greatest Show in the Galaxy is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 14 December 1988 to 4 January 1989.-Plot:...
) yet to be released on DVD.
| Season | Story # | Serial name | Number and duration of episodes |
R2 release date | R4 release date | R1 release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 148 | Time and the Rani Time and the Rani Time and the Rani is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 7 September to 28 September 1987. This story was the first to feature Sylvester McCoy as the Doctor. It also features the last appearance of the Sixth... |
4 × 25 min. | 13 September 2010 | 4 November 2010 | 14 June 2011 |
| 149 | Paradise Towers Paradise Towers Paradise Towers is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 5 October to 26 October 1987.-Plot:... |
4 × 25 min. | 18 July 2011 | 1 September 2011 | 9 August 2011 | |
| 150 | Delta and the Bannermen Delta and the Bannermen -Preproduction:*This was the first three-part story since Planet of Giants , not counting the 3 x 45 minute episodes of The Two Doctors, which had been broadcast two years previously, and the first intended to be this length.... |
3 × 25 min. | 22 June 2009 | 6 August 2009 | 1 September 2009 | |
| 151 | Dragonfire Will be part of the Ace box set. |
3 × 25 min. | 2012 |
TBA | TBA | |
| 25 | 152 | Remembrance of the Daleks Remembrance of the Daleks Remembrance of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 5 October to 26 October 1988.... |
4 × 25 min. | 26 February 2001 | 13 May 2002 | 2 April 2002 |
| Remembrance of the Daleks Remembrance of the Daleks Remembrance of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 5 October to 26 October 1988.... – Special Edition Available individually or in The Complete Davros Collection box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
4 × 25 min. | 26 November 2007 20 July 2009 |
6 February 2008 1 October 2009 |
2 March 2010 | ||
| 153 | The Happiness Patrol The Happiness Patrol The Happiness Patrol is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in three weekly parts from 2 November to 16 November 1988.-Plot:... Will be part of the Ace box set. |
3 × 25 min. | 2012 | TBA | TBA | |
| 154 | Silver Nemesis Silver Nemesis Silver Nemesis was the 25th anniversary serial of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast in the UK in three weekly parts from 23 November 1988, to 7 December 1988.... Only available as part of the Cybermen box set in Regions 2 and 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
3 × 25 min. | 9 August 2010 | 7 October 2010 | 2 November 2010 | |
| 155 | The Greatest Show in the Galaxy The Greatest Show in the Galaxy The Greatest Show in the Galaxy is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 14 December 1988 to 4 January 1989.-Plot:... |
4 × 25 min. | 2012 | TBA | TBA | |
| 26 | 156 | Battlefield Battlefield (Doctor Who) Battlefield is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from September 6 to September 27, 1989. It was the last appearance of Brigadier Lethbridge-Stewart in Doctor Who.... |
4 × 25 min. (Broadcast Version) 1 × 96 min. (Special Edition) |
26 December 2008 | 5 February 2009 | 5 May 2009 |
| 157 | Ghost Light Ghost Light (Doctor Who) -Pre-production:Working titles for this story included The Bestiary and Life-Cycle. As revealed in the production notes for the DVD release, the story was renamed Das Haus der tausend Schrecken upon translation into German.The story evolved out of an earlier, rejected script entitled Lungbarrow... |
3 × 25 min. | 20 September 2004 | 3 February 2005 | 7 June 2005 | |
| 158 | The Curse of Fenric The Curse of Fenric The Curse of Fenric is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 25 October to 15 November 1989... |
4 × 25 min. (Broadcast Version) 1 × 104 min. (Special Edition) |
6 October 2003 | 11 February 2004 | 1 June 2004 | |
| 159 | Survival Survival (Doctor Who) -Writing:Writer Rona Munro approached script editor Andrew Cartmel at a BBC scriptwriting workshop and said that she'd "kill to write for Doctor Who." The story Munro developed incorporated themes including the morals of hunting... |
3 × 25 min. | 16 April 2007 | 6 June 2007 | 14 August 2007 |
Eighth Doctor releases
Starring Paul McGannPaul McGann
Paul McGann is an English actor who made his name on the BBC serial The Monocled Mutineer, in which he played the lead role...
as the Eighth Doctor
Eighth Doctor
The Eighth Doctor is the eighth incarnation of the protagonist of the long-running BBC television science-fiction series Doctor Who. He was portrayed by Paul McGann...
. The only Eighth Doctor television adventure has been released on DVD.
| Year | Story # | Name | Duration | R2 release date | R4 release date | R1 release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 160 | Doctor Who: The Movie | 85 min. | 13 August 2001 | n/a | n/a |
| Doctor Who: The Movie – Special Edition Only available as part of the Revisitations 1 box set in Region 2. Available individually or in the box set in Region 4. Only available individually in Region 1. |
85 min. | 4 October 2010 | 2 December 2010 3 March 2011The Region 4 release of the Special Edition of Doctor Who:The Movie was originally only available as part of the Revisitaions 1 box set, but was later re-released on its own. |
8 February 2011 |
Ninth Doctor releases
Starring Christopher EcclestonChristopher Eccleston
Christopher Eccleston is an English stage, film and television actor. His films include Let Him Have It, Shallow Grave, Elizabeth, 28 Days Later, Gone in 60 Seconds, The Others, and G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra...
as the Ninth Doctor
Ninth Doctor
The Ninth Doctor is the ninth incarnation of the protagonist of the long-running BBC television science-fiction series Doctor Who. He is played by Christopher Eccleston....
. All Ninth Doctor serials have been released on DVD.
| Series | Episode name | Number and duration of episodes |
R2 release date | R4 release date | R1 release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Doctor Who: Volume 1 "Rose Rose (Doctor Who) "Rose" is the first episode of Series One of the British science-fiction television series Doctor Who. Written by show runner Russell T Davies and directed by Keith Boak, the episode was first broadcast on 26 March 2005.... " "The End of the World The End of the World (Doctor Who) "The End of the World" is the second episode of Series One of the British science-fiction television series Doctor Who. Written by show runner Russell T Davies and directed by Euros Lyn, the episode was first broadcast on 2 April 2005.... " "The Unquiet Dead The Unquiet Dead "The Unquiet Dead" is an episode in the British science-fiction television series Doctor Who that was first broadcast on 9 April 2005 and is the first episode of the revival to be set in the past. In Victorian Cardiff, the dead are walking, and creatures made of gas are on the loose... " |
3 × 45 min. | 16 May 2005 | 17 June 2005 | 7 November 2006 |
| Doctor Who: Volume 2 "Aliens of London Aliens of London "Aliens of London" is the fourth episode of the first series of the British science fiction television show Doctor Who that was first broadcast on 16 April 2005. The Doctor takes Rose back to 21st century London, just in time to witness a spaceship crashing into the River Thames, triggering a... "/"World War Three World War Three (Doctor Who) "World War Three" is the fifth episode of the first series in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who that was first broadcast on 23 April 2005. It is the second of a two-part story. The first part, "Aliens of London", was broadcast on 16 April... " "Dalek Dalek (Doctor Who episode) "Dalek" is an episode in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who that was first broadcast on 30 April 2005. It should not be confused with the first Dalek serial, The Daleks... " |
3 × 45 min. | 13 June 2005 | 3 August 2005 | 7 November 2006 | |
| Doctor Who: Volume 3 "The Long Game The Long Game "The Long Game" is an episode in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who that was first broadcast on May 7, 2005. Along with new companion Adam, the TARDIS deposits the Doctor and Rose on Satellite 5, a space station that broadcasts across the entire human empire... " "Father's Day Father's Day (Doctor Who) "Father's Day" is the eighth episode in series one of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. The episode was first broadcast on 14 May 2005... " "The Empty Child The Empty Child "The Empty Child" is an episode in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast on 21 May 2005. It is the first of a two-part story. The concluding episode, "The Doctor Dances", was broadcast on 28 May... "/"The Doctor Dances The Doctor Dances "The Doctor Dances" is an episode in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast on 28 May 2005. It is the second of a two-part story and saw Jack Harkness, played by John Barrowman, join the Doctor as a companion. The first part, "The Empty Child", was... " |
4 × 45 min. | 1 August 2005 | 31 August 2005 | 7 November 2006 | |
| Doctor Who: Volume 4 "Boom Town Boom Town (Doctor Who) "Boom Town" is an episode in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast on 4 June 2005. The Doctor, Rose and Jack travel to modern-day Cardiff and meet up with Rose's boyfriend, Mickey... " "Bad Wolf Bad Wolf "Bad Wolf" is an episode in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast on June 11, 2005. The TARDIS crew find themselves trapped in the Gamestation, also known as Satellite 5, where they must battle to survive the cruel games... "/"The Parting of the Ways The Parting of the Ways "The Parting of the Ways" is an episode in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast on 18 June 2005. It was the second episode of the two-part story that featured Christopher Eccleston making his last appearance as the Ninth Doctor... " |
3 × 45 min. | 5 September 2005 | 6 October 2005 | 7 November 2006 | |
| Doctor Who: The Complete First Series Doctor Who (series 1) The new first series of British science fiction series Doctor Who began on 26 March 2005 with the episode "Rose", which marked the end of the programme's 16-year absence from episodic television following its cancellation in 1989, and aired its finale episode "The Parting of the Ways" on 18 June 2005... |
13 × 45 min. | 21 November 2005 | 8 December 2005 | 14 February 2006 (Canada), 4 July 2006 (US) The Region 1 release of Doctor Who: The Complete First Series had originally been scheduled for 14 February 2006, but due to the series' broadcast by the American Sci Fi Channel Sci Fi Channel (United States) Syfy , formerly known as the Sci-Fi Channel and SCI FI, is an American cable television channel featuring science fiction, supernatural, fantasy, reality, paranormal, wrestling, and horror programming. Launched on September 24, 1992, it is part of the entertainment conglomerate NBCUniversal, a... , the US release was then delayed to 4 July 2006. http://www.ifmagazine.com/new.asp?article=2571, http://www.gallifreyone.com/news.php#newsitemEEFZEZVyFypcFHOxgm The box set was released in Canada on 14 February as scheduled. |
Tenth Doctor releases
Starring David TennantDavid Tennant
David Tennant is a Scottish actor. In addition to his work in theatre, including a widely praised Hamlet, Tennant is best known for his role as the tenth incarnation of the Doctor in Doctor Who, along with the title role in the 2005 TV serial Casanova and as Barty Crouch, Jr...
as the Tenth Doctor
Tenth Doctor
The Tenth Doctor is the tenth incarnation of the protagonist of the long-running BBC television science-fiction series Doctor Who. He is played by David Tennant, who appears in three series, as well as eight specials...
. All Tenth Doctor serials have been released on DVD. Four Tenth Doctor serials ("The Next Doctor", "Planet of the Dead
Planet of the Dead
"Planet of the Dead" is the first 2009 special of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who that was simultaneously broadcast on BBC One and BBC HD on 11 April 2009. It was the second of five special episodes broadcast throughout 2009 and early 2010, which served as lead actor...
", "The Waters of Mars
The Waters of Mars
"The Waters of Mars" is the second 2009 special of British science fiction television series Doctor Who, broadcast on BBC One on 15 November 2009. It aired on BBC America on 19 December 2009 and was released on DVD and Blu-ray in the UK on 11 January 2010 and in the US on 2 February 2010...
" and "The End of Time") have been released on Blu-ray.
| Series | Episode name | Number and duration of episodes |
R2 release date | R4 release date | R1 release date |
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| 2 | Doctor Who: Series 2, Volume 1 "The Christmas Invasion The Christmas Invasion "The Christmas Invasion" is a 60-minute special episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It is Christmas, but there is little cause for celebration as planet Earth is invaded by aliens known as the Sycorax... " "New Earth New Earth "New Earth" is the first episode of the second series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, first broadcast on 15 April 2006. It is a sequel to the first series episode "The End of the World", and brings back its villain who was thought to be destroyed, Lady Cassandra, as... " |
1 x 60 min. 1 x 45 min. |
1 May 2006 | 20 July 2006 | n/a |
| Doctor Who: Series 2, Volume 2 "Tooth and Claw Tooth and Claw (Doctor Who) "Tooth and Claw" is the second episode in the second series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who and was first broadcast on 22 April 2006. In 1879 Scotland, the Doctor and Rose meet Queen Victoria... " "School Reunion School Reunion (Doctor Who) "School Reunion" is the third episode in the second series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It first aired on 29 April 2006. The episode's narrative takes place some time after the events of "The Christmas Invasion"... " "The Girl in the Fireplace The Girl in the Fireplace "The Girl in the Fireplace" is the fourth episode of the second series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast on 6 May 2006, and is the only episode in the 2006 series written by Steven Moffat... " |
3 × 45 min. | 5 June 2006 | 17 August 2006 | n/a | |
| Doctor Who: Series 2, Volume 3 "Rise of the Cybermen Rise of the Cybermen "Rise of the Cybermen" is an episode in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. The episode features the return of Cybermen, where they are created on Earth itself. It is the first part of a two-part story, the concluding part being "The Age of Steel"... "/"The Age of Steel The Age of Steel "The Age of Steel" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast on 20 May 2006 and is the second part of a two-part story that was the first to feature the Cybermen since Silver Nemesis in 1988. The first part, "Rise of the Cybermen", was... " "The Idiot's Lantern The Idiot's Lantern "The Idiot's Lantern" is an episode in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast on 27 May 2006.-Plot:... " |
3 × 45 min. | 10 July 2006 | 7 September 2006 | n/a | |
| Doctor Who: Series 2, Volume 4 "The Impossible Planet The Impossible Planet "The Impossible Planet" is an episode in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It is the first part of a two-part story, followed by "The Satan Pit". The TARDIS lands in a base on a planet orbiting a black hole, an allegedly impossible situation that stumps even the Doctor... "/"The Satan Pit The Satan Pit "The Satan Pit" is an episode in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It is the second part of a two-part story, following "The Impossible Planet". With the TARDIS seemingly lost, Rose and the remaining humans are trapped on the base with the possessed Ood, while the planet... " "Love & Monsters Love & Monsters "Love & Monsters" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. In this episode, an ordinary man named Elton Pope becomes obsessed with a man called the Doctor and his strange blue box, and joins a group of like-minded people in hopes of finding him... " |
3 × 45 min. | 7 August 2006 | 5 October 2006 | n/a | |
| Doctor Who: Series 2, Volume 5 "Fear Her Fear Her "Fear Her" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast on 24 June 2006.The episode takes part on the day of the opening ceremony of the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, almost exclusively on a fictitious cul-de-sac named after the British athlete... " "Army of Ghosts Army of Ghosts "Army of Ghosts" is the twelfth and penultimate episode in the second series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who which was first broadcast on 1 July 2006... "/"Doomsday Doomsday (Doctor Who) "Doomsday" is the thirteenth and final episode in the second series of the revival of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast on 8 July 2006 and is the conclusion of a two-part story; the first part, "Army of Ghosts", was broadcast on 1 July 2006... " |
3 × 45 min. | 25 September 2006 | 2 November 2006 | n/a | |
| Doctor Who: The Complete Second Series Doctor Who (series 2) The second series of British science fiction series Doctor Who began on 25 December 2005 with the Christmas special "The Christmas Invasion". Following the special, a regular series of thirteen episodes was broadcast, starting with "New Earth" on 15 April 2006... |
1 × 7 min. 1 × 60 min. 13 × 45 min. |
20 November 2006 | 6 December 2006 | 16 January 2007 (US) 6 February 2007 (Canada)Canadian release was originally announced as the same day as the US issue, but the decision by the CBC Canadian Broadcasting Corporation The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, commonly known as CBC and officially as CBC/Radio-Canada, is a Canadian crown corporation that serves as the national public radio and television broadcaster... to schedule a two-month mid-season hiatus led to the release date being pushed back; ultimately, it was released before the CBC was able to air the final two episodes of the season. |
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| 3 | Doctor Who: The Runaway Bride "The Runaway Bride The Runaway Bride (Doctor Who) "The Runaway Bride" is a special episode of the long-running British science fiction television series Doctor Who, starring David Tennant as the Tenth Doctor... " |
1 × 60 min. | 2 April 2007 | 1 July 2007 | n/a |
| Doctor Who: Series 3, Volume 1 "Smith and Jones Smith and Jones (Doctor Who) "Smith and Jones" is the first episode of the third series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast on BBC One on 31 March 2007. It sees the debut of Freema Agyeman as new companion Martha Jones... " "The Shakespeare Code The Shakespeare Code "The Shakespeare Code" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was broadcast on BBC One on 7 April 2007, and is the second episode of Series 3 of the revived Doctor Who series. According to the BARB figures this episode was seen by 7.23 million viewers and was... " "Gridlock Gridlock (Doctor Who) "Gridlock" is the third episode from the third series of the revived British science fiction television series Doctor Who which aired on 14 April 2007. The Doctor returns to a much grittier New Earth with Martha Jones and meets the Face of Boe one final time. But as New New York becomes a deadly... " |
3 × 45 min. | 21 May 2007 | 1 August 2007 | n/a | |
| Doctor Who: Series 3, Volume 2 "Daleks in Manhattan Daleks in Manhattan "Daleks in Manhattan" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was broadcast on BBC One on 21 April 2007, and is the fourth episode of Series 3 of the revived Doctor Who series. It is part one of a two-part story, concluded in "Evolution of the Daleks"... "/"Evolution of the Daleks Evolution of the Daleks "Evolution of the Daleks" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast on BBC One on 28 April 2007, and is the fifth episode of Series 3 of the revived Doctor Who series. It is the conclusion of the two-part story begun in "Daleks in... " "The Lazarus Experiment The Lazarus Experiment "The Lazarus Experiment" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was broadcast on BBC One on 5 May 2007 and is the sixth episode of Series 3 of the revived Doctor Who series. It stars David Tennant as the Tenth Doctor and Martha Jones as his companion, played... " "42 42 (Doctor Who) "42" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast on BBC One on 19 May 2007, and is the seventh episode of Series 3 of the revived Doctor Who series.... " |
4 × 45 min. | 25 June 2007 | 5 September 2007 | n/a | |
| Doctor Who: Series 3, Volume 3 "Human Nature Human Nature (Doctor Who episode) "Human Nature" is the eighth episode of the third series of the revived British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It is the first episode of a two-part story written by Paul Cornell adapted from his 1995 Doctor Who novel Human Nature... "/"The Family of Blood The Family of Blood "The Family of Blood" is the ninth episode of Series 3 of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. Preceded by "Human Nature", it is the second episode of a two-part story written by Paul Cornell adapted from his 1995 Doctor Who novel Human Nature... " "Blink Blink (Doctor Who) "Blink" is the 10th episode of the third series of the new production of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast on 9 June 2007, and is the only episode in the 2007 series written by Steven Moffat; the episode is based on a previous short story written by... " |
3 × 45 min. | 23 July 2007 | 3 October 2007 | n/a | |
| Doctor Who: Series 3, Volume 4 "Utopia Utopia (Doctor Who) "Utopia" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was broadcast on BBC One on 16 June 2007 and is the eleventh episode of series three of the revived Doctor Who series... "/"The Sound of Drums The Sound of Drums "The Sound of Drums" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was broadcast on BBC One on 23 June 2007, and is the twelfth episode of Series 3 of the revived Doctor Who series... "/"Last of the Time Lords Last of the Time Lords "Last of the Time Lords" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was broadcast on BBC One on 30 June 2007, and is the thirteenth and final episode of Series 3 of the revived Doctor Who series... " |
2 × 45 min. 1 × 52 min. |
20 August 2007 | 7 November 2007 | n/a | |
| Doctor Who: The Complete Third Series Doctor Who (series 3) The third series of British science fiction series Doctor Who was preceded by the 2006 Christmas special "The Runaway Bride". Following the special, a regular series of thirteen episodes was broadcast, starting with "Smith and Jones" on 31 March 2007... |
1 × 60 min. 12 × 45 min. 1 × 52 min. |
5 November 2007 | 5 December 2007 | 6 November 2007 | |
| n/a | Doctor Who: The Infinite Quest The Infinite Quest The Infinite Quest is an animated serial based on the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was made by BBC Television, but does not share the same producers as the live-action series. It was aired in twelve weekly parts starting 2 April 2007 as a segment of the children's... |
1 × 45 min. | 5 November 2007 | 5 June 2008 | 18 November 2008 |
| 4 | Doctor Who: Voyage of the Damned "Time Crash Time Crash "Time Crash" is a mini-episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was broadcast on 16 November 2007, as part of the BBC One telethon for the children's charity Children in Need... " "Voyage of the Damned Voyage of the Damned (Doctor Who) "Voyage of the Damned" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. First broadcast on 25 December 2007, it is 72 minutes long and the third Christmas special since the show's revival in 2005... " |
1 × 8 min. 1 × 72 min. |
10 March 2008 | 30 June 2008 | n/a |
| Doctor Who: Series 4, Volume 1 "Partners in Crime Partners in Crime (Doctor Who) "Partners in Crime" is the first episode of the fourth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was broadcast on BBC One on 5 April 2008. The episode reintroduced comedienne Catherine Tate as Donna Noble, who previously appeared in "The Runaway Bride"... " "The Fires of Pompeii The Fires of Pompeii "The Fires of Pompeii" is the second episode of the fourth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was broadcast on BBC One on 12 April 2008.... " "Planet of the Ood Planet of the Ood "Planet of the Ood" is the third episode of the fourth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was broadcast on BBC One on 19 April 2008. It features the return of the Ood, who appeared in the second series episodes "The Impossible Planet" and "The Satan Pit".The episode... " |
2 × 50 min. 1 × 45 min. |
2 June 2008 | 7 August 2008 | n/a | |
| Doctor Who: Series 4, Volume 2 "The Sontaran Stratagem The Sontaran Stratagem "The Sontaran Stratagem" is the fourth episode of the fourth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was broadcast on BBC One on 26 April 2008... "/"The Poison Sky The Poison Sky "The Poison Sky" is the fifth episode of the fourth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was broadcast on BBC One on 3 May 2008. The episode features both former companion Martha Jones and the alien Sontarans... " "The Doctor's Daughter The Doctor's Daughter "The Doctor's Daughter" is the sixth episode of the fourth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was broadcast on BBC One on 10 May 2008.- Synopsis :... " "The Unicorn and the Wasp The Unicorn and the Wasp "The Unicorn and the Wasp" is the 7th episode in the revised fourth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was aired by BBC One on 17 May 2008 at 19:00. Perhaps due to its later broadcast, it received an overnight audience rating of 7.7 million, making it the... " |
4 × 45 min. | 7 July 2008 | 4 September 2008 | n/a | |
| Doctor Who: Series 4, Volume 3 "Silence in the Library Silence in the Library "Silence in the Library" is the eighth episode of the fourth series of the revived British science fiction television series Doctor Who, first broadcast on 31 May 2008. It is the first of a two-part story, followed by "Forest of the Dead", and is the second two-parter Steven Moffat contributed to... "/"Forest of the Dead Forest of the Dead "Forest of the Dead" is the ninth episode of the fourth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast by BBC One on 7 June 2008... " "Midnight Midnight (Doctor Who) "Midnight" is the tenth episode of the fourth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast on BBC One on 14 June 2008. The episode placed much more emphasis on the role of David Tennant as the Tenth Doctor than in the rest of the fourth series, with the... " |
3 × 45 min. | 4 August 2008 | 2 October 2008 | n/a | |
| Doctor Who: Series 4, Volume 4 "Turn Left Turn Left (Doctor Who) "Turn Left" is the eleventh episode of the fourth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was written by showrunner Russell T Davies and broadcast on BBC One on 21 June 2008.... " "The Stolen Earth The Stolen Earth "The Stolen Earth" is the twelfth episode of the fourth series and the 750th overall episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. The episode was written by show runner and head writer Russell T Davies and is the first of a two-part crossover story; the concluding episode is... "/"Journey's End Journey's End (Doctor Who) "Journey's End" is the thirteenth episode of the fourth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who first broadcast on BBC One on 5 July 2008. It is the second episode of a two-part crossover story featuring the characters of spin-off shows Torchwood and The Sarah Jane... " |
1 × 50 min. 1 × 45 min. 1 × 65 min. |
1 September 2008 | 6 November 2008 | n/a | |
| Doctor Who: The Complete Fourth Series Doctor Who (series 4) The fourth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who began on 25 December 2007 with the Christmas special "Voyage of the Damned". Following the special, a regular series of thirteen episodes aired, starting with "Partners in Crime" on 5 April 2008 and ending with "Journey's End"... |
1 × 8 min. 1 × 72 min. 9 × 45 min. 3 × 50 min. 1 × 65 min. |
17 November 2008 | 4 December 2008 | 18 November 2008 | |
| Specials | Doctor Who: The Next Doctor "The Next Doctor" "Music of the Spheres Music of the Spheres (Doctor Who) "Music of the Spheres" is a mini-episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who that premièred at the Royal Albert Hall in London before the Intermission of the Doctor Who Prom on 27 July 2008, for which it was especially made. The Doctor Who Prom, including the audio for... " Doctor Who Prom (2008) |
1 × 60 min. 1 × 7 min. 1 x 95 min. |
19 January 2009 | 5 March 2009 (DVD) 3 June 2010 (Blu-ray) |
15 September 2009 |
| Doctor Who: Planet of the Dead "Planet of the Dead Planet of the Dead "Planet of the Dead" is the first 2009 special of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who that was simultaneously broadcast on BBC One and BBC HD on 11 April 2009. It was the second of five special episodes broadcast throughout 2009 and early 2010, which served as lead actor... " |
1 × 60 min. | 29 June 2009 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
2 July 2009 (DVD) 1 October 2009 (Blu-ray) |
28 July 2009 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
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| Doctor Who: 2009 Winter Specials "The Waters of Mars The Waters of Mars "The Waters of Mars" is the second 2009 special of British science fiction television series Doctor Who, broadcast on BBC One on 15 November 2009. It aired on BBC America on 19 December 2009 and was released on DVD and Blu-ray in the UK on 11 January 2010 and in the US on 2 February 2010... " "The End of Time The End of Time The End of Time: The Next Revolution in Our Understanding of the Universe, also sold with the alternate subtitle The Next Revolution in Physics, is a 1999 science book in which the author Julian Barbour argues that time exists merely as an illusion.-Auto-biography:The book begins by describing how... " |
2 × 60 min. 1 × 75 min. |
11 January 2010 | n/a | n/a | |
| Doctor Who: The Waters of Mars "The Waters of Mars The Waters of Mars "The Waters of Mars" is the second 2009 special of British science fiction television series Doctor Who, broadcast on BBC One on 15 November 2009. It aired on BBC America on 19 December 2009 and was released on DVD and Blu-ray in the UK on 11 January 2010 and in the US on 2 February 2010... " |
1 × 60 min. | n/a | 4 February 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
2 February 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
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| Doctor Who: The End of Time "The End of Time The End of Time The End of Time: The Next Revolution in Our Understanding of the Universe, also sold with the alternate subtitle The Next Revolution in Physics, is a 1999 science book in which the author Julian Barbour argues that time exists merely as an illusion.-Auto-biography:The book begins by describing how... " |
1 × 60 min. 1 × 75 min. |
n/a | 4 March 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
2 February 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
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| Doctor Who: The Complete Specials | 1 × 7 min. 4 × 60 min. 1 × 75 min. |
11 January 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
1 July 2010 (DVD) 29 June 2010 (Blu-ray) |
2 February 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
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| n/a | Doctor Who: Dreamland Dreamland (Doctor Who) Dreamland is the second animated Doctor Who serial to air on television... |
1 × 12 min. 5 x 6 min. |
1 February 2010 | 3 June 2010 | 5 October 2010 |
Eleventh Doctor releases
Starring Matt Smith as the Eleventh DoctorEleventh Doctor
The Eleventh Doctor is the eleventh incarnation of the protagonist of the BBC television science-fiction series Doctor Who. Matt Smith plays this incarnation, replacing David Tennant's Tenth Doctor in the 2010 episode "The End of Time, Part Two"...
. Eleventh Doctor serials have been released simultaneously on DVD and Blu-ray. No releases for Series 5
Doctor Who (series 5)
The fifth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who began on 3 April 2010 with "The Eleventh Hour" and ended with "The Big Bang" on 26 June 2010. The series was led by head writer and executive producer Steven Moffat, who took over after the departure of Russell T Davies. The...
contain a "next time" trailer on the end of each episode.
| Series | Episode name | Number and duration of episodes |
R2 release date | R4 release date | R1 release date |
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| 5 | Doctor Who: Series 5, Volume 1 "The Eleventh Hour The Eleventh Hour (Doctor Who) "The Eleventh Hour" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast on BBC One and BBC HD on 3 April 2010.... " "The Beast Below The Beast Below "The Beast Below" is the second episode of the fifth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was written by showrunner Steven Moffat and broadcast on BBC One and BBC HD on 10 April 2010.... " "Victory of the Daleks Victory of the Daleks "Victory of the Daleks" is the third episode in the fifth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It is written by Mark Gatiss and first broadcast on BBC One on 17 April 2010.... " |
1 x 65 min. 2 x 45 min. |
7 June 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
1 July 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
n/a |
| Doctor Who: Series 5, Volume 2 "The Time of Angels The Time of Angels "The Time of Angels" is the fourth episode in the fifth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who, first broadcast on 24 April 2010 on BBC One. It is the first episode of a two-part story written by showrunner Steven Moffat and directed by Adam Smith; the second episode was... "/"Flesh and Stone Flesh and Stone "Flesh and Stone" is the fifth episode of the fifth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who. Written by showrunner Steven Moffat and directed by Adam Smith, the episode was first broadcast on 1 May 2010 on BBC One... " "The Vampires of Venice The Vampires of Venice "The Vampires of Venice" is the sixth episode in the fifth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was broadcast on 8 May 2010. It was written by Toby Whithouse, who previously wrote "School Reunion". Rory Williams returns to the series in this episode, this time... " |
2 x 45 min. 1 x 50 min. |
5 July 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
5 August 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
n/a | |
| Doctor Who: Series 5, Volume 3 "Amy's Choice Amy's Choice (Doctor Who) "Amy's Choice" is the seventh episode in the fifth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who, first broadcast on BBC One on 15 May 2010... " "The Hungry Earth The Hungry Earth "The Hungry Earth" is the eighth episode in the fifth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast on 22 May 2010 on BBC One. It was written by Chris Chibnall, who had previously written for Doctor Who and its spin-off series, Torchwood... "/"Cold Blood Cold Blood (Doctor Who) "Cold Blood" is the ninth episode in the fifth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was broadcast on Saturday 29 May 2010... " |
2 x 45 min. 1 x 50 min. |
2 August 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
2 September 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
n/a | |
| Doctor Who: Series 5, Volume 4 "Vincent and the Doctor Vincent and the Doctor "Vincent and the Doctor" is the 10th episode in the fifth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast on 5 June 2010... " "The Lodger The Lodger (Doctor Who) "The Lodger" is the eleventh episode of the fifth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, first broadcast on BBC One on 12 June 2010... " "The Pandorica Opens The Pandorica Opens "The Pandorica Opens" is the twelfth episode, and first in a two-part story, in the fifth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who, broadcast on 19 June 2010. The Doctor's friends send him a warning; he deals with a message on a cliff, a mysterious box and a love story that... "/"The Big Bang The Big Bang (Doctor Who) "The Big Bang" is the 13th and final episode in the fifth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It is the second part of a two-part season finale started with "The Pandorica Opens", at the end of which The Doctor is trapped, the TARDIS destroyed, and Amy Pond has been shot... " |
2 x 45 min. 1 x 50 min. 1 x 55 min. |
6 September 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
7 October 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
n/a | |
| Doctor Who: The Complete Fifth Series Doctor Who (series 5) The fifth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who began on 3 April 2010 with "The Eleventh Hour" and ended with "The Big Bang" on 26 June 2010. The series was led by head writer and executive producer Steven Moffat, who took over after the departure of Russell T Davies. The... |
8 x 45 min. 3 x 50 min. 1 x 55 min. 1 x 65 min. |
8 November 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
2 December 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
9 November 2010 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
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| 6 | Doctor Who: A Christmas Carol "A Christmas Carol" Doctor Who Prom (2010) Doctor Who Prom (2010) The Doctor Who Prom 2010 was a concert showcasing incidental music from the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, along with classical music, performed as part of the BBC's Proms series of concerts... |
1 x 60min. | 24 January 2011 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
3 March 2011 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
15 February 2011 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
| Doctor Who: Series 6, Part 1 "The Impossible Astronaut The Impossible Astronaut "The Impossible Astronaut" is the first episode of the sixth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. Written by show runner Steven Moffat, and directed by Toby Haynes, the episode was first broadcast on 23 April 2011 in the United Kingdom, as well as the United States... "/"Day of the Moon Day of the Moon "Day of the Moon" is the second episode of the sixth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. Written by show runner Steven Moffat, and directed by Toby Haynes, the episode was first broadcast on 30 April 2011 on BBC One in the United Kingdom and on BBC America in the... " "The Curse of the Black Spot The Curse of the Black Spot "The Curse of the Black Spot" is the third episode of the sixth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. Written by Stephen Thompson, and directed by Jeremy Webb, the episode was first broadcast on 7 May 2011 on BBC One in the United Kingdom and on BBC America in the... " "The Doctor's Wife The Doctor's Wife (Doctor Who) "The Doctor's Wife" is the fourth episode of the sixth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was broadcast on 14 May 2011 in the United Kingdom, as well as in the United States... " "The Rebel Flesh The Rebel Flesh "The Rebel Flesh" is the fifth episode of the sixth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast on 21 May 2011 on BBC One and on BBC America in the United States... "/"The Almost People The Almost People "The Almost People" is the sixth episode of the sixth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, and was first broadcast on BBC One on 28 May 2011... " "A Good Man Goes to War A Good Man Goes to War "A Good Man Goes to War" is the seventh episode of the sixth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, and was first broadcast on BBC One on 4 June 2011... " |
6 x 45 min. 1 x 50 min. |
11 July 2011 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
4 August 2011 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
19 July 2011 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
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| Doctor Who: Series 6, Part 2 "Let's Kill Hitler Let's Kill Hitler "Let's Kill Hitler" is the eighth episode of the sixth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, and was first broadcast on BBC One, Space and BBC America on 27 August 2011. It is the second episode of a two-part story, continuing stories from "A Good Man Goes to War"... " "Night Terrors Night Terrors (Doctor Who) "Night Terrors" is the ninth episode of the sixth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, and was first broadcast on BBC One and BBC America on 3 September 2011.-Synopsis:... " "The Girl Who Waited The Girl Who Waited "The Girl Who Waited" is the tenth episode of the sixth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, and was first broadcast on BBC One and BBC America on 10 September 2011.-Synopsis:... " "The God Complex The God Complex "The God Complex" is the eleventh episode of the sixth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast on BBC One, BBC America and Space on 17 September 2011.-Plot summary:... " "Closing Time Closing Time (Doctor Who) "Closing Time" is the twelfth episode of the sixth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, and was first broadcast on BBC One, BBC America and Space on 24 September 2011.-Plot summary:... " "The Wedding of River Song The Wedding of River Song "The Wedding of River Song" is the thirteenth and final episode of the sixth series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, and was first broadcast on BBC One, BBC America and Space on 1 October 2011.-Plot:... " |
4 x 45 min. 2 x 50 min. |
10 October 2011 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
3 November 2011 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
8 November 2011 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
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| Doctor Who: The Complete Sixth Series Doctor Who (series 6) The sixth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who was shown in two parts. The first seven episodes were broadcast from April to June 2011 and the final six episodes from August to October. Matt Smith, Karen Gillan and Arthur Darvill continued their roles as The Doctor, Amy... |
1 x 60 min. 3 x 50 min. 10 x 45 min. |
21 November 2011 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
1 December 2011 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
22 November 2011 (DVD and Blu-ray) |
Incomplete Serials
Many of the Doctor Who serials from the 1960s have missing episodes, and in some cases, entire serials have been lost. However, only three serials have no footage remaining at all, with various orphaned episodes, clips recorded off-air, and censored clips being returned to the BBC from both fans and overseas broadcasters. Incomplete stories and episodes, which have seen some kind of DVD release, are as follows:Marco Polo
Although no clips from this serial survive, a condensed 30-minute reconstruction was included on The Beginning, using production photographs, telesnaps and parts of the soundtrack (which survives and has been released on CD in its entirety).The Reign of Terror
Due to be released in late 2012, missing episodes 4 & 5 will be animated by Big Finish and Theta Sigma.Lost in Time
The remainder of the surviving "orphan episodes" (episodes which belong to stories which do not contain at least half of the produced episodes) and a number of clips were released in 2004 on a 3-disc DVD set, Doctor Who: Lost in Time. Two serials, The CrusadeThe Crusade (Doctor Who)
The Crusade is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from March 27 to April 17, 1965. The story is set in Palestine, near Jerusalem, during the Third Crusade.-Plot:...
and The Moonbase
The Moonbase
The Moonbase is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 11 February to 4 March 1967...
contain both the surviving episodes (two each) as well as the soundtracks to their missing episodes, and both may be watched as "complete" serials. The set also contains an updated version of The Missing Years, a 1998 BBC documentary on the missing episodes. In Region 1, the collection was released both in parts (Hartnell and Troughton getting separate releases) and as a set. The Region 4 version was re-released in Australia on 1 July 2010.
William Hartnell:
- The CrusadeThe Crusade (Doctor Who)The Crusade is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from March 27 to April 17, 1965. The story is set in Palestine, near Jerusalem, during the Third Crusade.-Plot:...
—episodes 1 and 3; soundtracks to episodes 2 and 4; linking narration by William RussellWilliam Russell (actor)William Russell is an English actor, mainly known for his television work. He was born in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear.-Doctor Who:...
from the VHS release - The Daleks' Master PlanThe Daleks' Master PlanThe Daleks' Master Plan is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. The twelve episodes were aired from 13 November 1965 to 29 January 1966...
—episodes 2, 5, and 10; surviving clips - The Celestial ToymakerThe Celestial ToymakerThe Celestial Toymaker is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 2 April to 23 April 1966.-Plot:...
—episode 4 - The SmugglersThe SmugglersThe Smugglers is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 10 September to 1 October 1966.-Plot:...
—surviving clips; location film - The Tenth PlanetThe Tenth PlanetThe Tenth Planet is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 8 October to 29 October 1966. It was William Hartnell's last regular appearance as the First Doctor, and the first story to feature the Cybermen...
—surviving clips - Various off-air clips
Patrick Troughton—Disc 1:
- The Power of the DaleksThe Power of the DaleksThe Power of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 5 November to 10 December 1966. It is Patrick Troughton's first full story as the Doctor.-Plot:...
—BBC1 trailer; surviving clips - The HighlandersThe Highlanders (Doctor Who)The Highlanders is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 17 December 1966 to 7 January 1967....
—surviving clips - The Underwater MenaceThe Underwater MenaceThe Underwater Menace is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 14 January 1967 to 4 February 1967. The story constitutes Jamie McCrimmon's first journey with the Doctor as a travelling companion.-Plot:The TARDIS...
—episode 3; surviving clips - The MoonbaseThe MoonbaseThe Moonbase is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 11 February to 4 March 1967...
—episodes 2 and 4; soundtracks to episodes 1 and 3 - The Macra TerrorThe Macra TerrorThe Macra Terror is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 11 March to 1 April 1967...
—surviving clips - The Faceless OnesThe Faceless OnesThe Faceless Ones is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from April 8 to May 13, 1967. The story concerns a race of identity-stealing aliens known as the Chameleons...
—episodes 1 and 3 - The Evil of the DaleksThe Evil of the DaleksThe Evil of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in seven weekly parts from 20 May to 1 July 1967. This serial marked the debut of Deborah Watling as the Doctor's new companion, Victoria Waterfield.Evil was initially intended to...
—episode 2 - The Last Dalek—an 8 mm in-studio film on The Evil of the Daleks
- Various off-air clips
Patrick Troughton—Disc 2:
- The Abominable SnowmenThe Abominable SnowmenThe Abominable Snowmen is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from September 30 to November 4, 1967. The story is notable for the introduction of recurring foes, the Yeti....
—episode 2; surviving clips; location film - The Enemy of the WorldThe Enemy of the WorldThe Enemy of the World is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from 23 December 1967 to 27 January 1968...
—episode 3 - The Web of FearThe Web of FearThe Web of Fear is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 3 February to 9 March 1968. This serial — which marks the return of the Yeti, the Great Intelligence, and Professor Travers — is the sequel to The Abominable...
—episode 1; surviving clips - Fury from the DeepFury from the DeepFury from the Deep is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from 16 March to 20 April 1968...
—surviving clips; 8 mm in-studio film; raw film trims from episode 6 - The Wheel in SpaceThe Wheel in SpaceThe Wheel in Space is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from 27 April to 1 June 1968...
—episodes 3 and 6; surviving clips - The Space PiratesThe Space PiratesThe Space Pirates is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from 8 March to 12 April 1969.-Plot:...
—episode 2; surviving clips - The Missing Years
The Invasion
Episodes 1 and 4 were animated by Cosgrove Hall FilmsCosgrove Hall Films
Cosgrove Hall Films was a British animation studio based in Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester, that once was a major producer of children's television programmes. Cosgrove Hall's programmes are still seen in over eighty countries...
, the same team that animated the BBC webcast The Scream of the Shalka and The Infinite Quest
The Infinite Quest
The Infinite Quest is an animated serial based on the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was made by BBC Television, but does not share the same producers as the live-action series. It was aired in twelve weekly parts starting 2 April 2007 as a segment of the children's...
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Shada
The filmed footage for the serial will be released as part of The Legacy Box in 2012 with assorted Doctor Who material, including the documentary More Than 30 Years In The TARDIS.Classic series
Many serials have been released in box sets:- Lost in Time—Contains various "orphan episodes" and clips from the time of the first two doctors (see above for details on this). Was released as a boxed set only in Regions 2 and 4. In Region 1, the serials were released both in the boxed set and as separate releases for each doctor. Released on 1 November 2004 in Region 2.
- The Beginning—Contains the first three serials: An Unearthly ChildAn Unearthly ChildThe serial that became An Unearthly Child was originally commissioned from writer Anthony Coburn in June 1963, when it was intended to run as the second Doctor Who serial. At this stage, it was planned that the series would open with a serial entitled The Giants, to be written by BBC staff...
, The DaleksThe DaleksThe Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in seven weekly parts from 21 December 1963 to 1 February 1964...
, The Edge of DestructionThe Edge of DestructionThe Edge of Destruction is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts on February 8 and February 15, 1964. The serial is distinguished as a rare "bottle episode", in that the entire story is shot on a single set, with just...
, plus a condensed reconstruction of the fourth serial Marco PoloMarco Polo (Doctor Who)-CD and DVD releases:*In 2003, a three-CD set of the audio soundtrack was released, as part of Doctor Who's 40th anniversary. This CD set is unique in containing a map of Cathay as represented during the period of the Doctor's visit to China, and also explaining historical inaccuracies...
(see above for details on this). All regions received the boxed set only. Released on 30 January 2006 in Region 2. - New Beginnings—Contains The Keeper of TrakenThe Keeper of Traken-Cast notes:Denis Carey, who plays the Keeper, also played Professor Chronotis in the uncompleted Fourth Doctor serial Shada, and the Old Man in the Sixth Doctor story Timelash....
, LogopolisLogopolisLogopolis is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 28 February to 21 March 1981. It was Tom Baker's last story as the Doctor and marks the first appearance of Peter Davison in the role...
, and Castrovalva. Was released as a boxed set only in Regions 2 and 4. In Region 1, the serials were released both individually and in the boxed set. Released on 29 January 2007 in Region 2. - The Key to Time—Contains The Ribos OperationThe Ribos OperationThe Ribos Operation is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from September 2 to September 23, 1978. This serial introduces Mary Tamm as the companion Romana. After finishing his first year as producer of Doctor Who,...
, The Pirate PlanetThe Pirate PlanetThe Pirate Planet is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 30 September to 21 October 1978. It forms the second serial of The Key to Time...
, The Stones of BloodThe Stones of BloodThe Stones of Blood is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from October 28 to November 18, 1978...
, The Androids of TaraThe Androids of TaraThe Androids of Tara is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 25 November to 16 December 1978...
, The Power of KrollThe Power of Kroll*When script editor Anthony Read asked Robert Holmes to write the story, there were two requirements: that it include the largest monster in series history and that Holmes minimise the humour that many scripts from the era were known for. This second requirement was a request from higher up at the...
, and The Armageddon FactorThe Armageddon FactorThe Armageddon Factor is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 20 January to 24 February 1979...
. All regions received the boxed set only. Was released in Region 1 only in 2002 with a minimal restoration effort, as BBC Worldwide believed a full season boxed set would sell better than the individual releases. It received a full restoration and Region 2 release in 2007 but this was a limited 15,000 copy run Region 4 also received a 2007 release and it was originally slated for a March 2008 Region 1 release but was postponed to 3 March 2009. A non-limited Region 2 release was released on 16 November 2009. - Time-FlightTime-FlightTime-Flight is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 22 March to 30 March 1982...
and Arc of InfinityArc of InfinityArc of Infinity is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 3 January to 12 January 1983...
were released in a boxed set in Regions 2 and 4, but separately in Region 1. Released on 6 August 2007 in Region 2. - The Complete Davros Collection—2 Entertain released the first Doctor Who boxed set with exclusive content, The Complete Davros Collection, in 2007 in Region 2 and 2008 in Region 4. It was not released in Region 1. This boxed set collects the five serials featuring Davros (Genesis of the DaleksGenesis of the DaleksGenesis of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who that was originally broadcast in six weekly parts from 8 March to 12 April 1975. It marks the first appearance of Davros, the creator of the Daleks.-Plot:...
, Destiny of the DaleksDestiny of the DaleksDestiny of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 1 September to 22 September 1979. The story introduces Lalla Ward as the newly-regenerated Romana....
, Resurrection of the DaleksResurrection of the DaleksResurrection of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts between 8 February and 15 February 1984...
, Revelation of the DaleksRevelation of the DaleksRevelation of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts on 23 March and 30 March 1985...
, and a remastered version of Remembrance of the DaleksRemembrance of the DaleksRemembrance of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 5 October to 26 October 1988....
). Destiny of the Daleks was released separately on the same day. The remastered version of Remembrance of the Daleks was released separately from this set on 20 July 2009 along with the Davros Connections documentary. The boxed set also contains all seven Davros-related Big FinishBig Finish ProductionsBig Finish Productions is a British company that produces books and audio plays based, primarily, on cult British science fiction properties...
audio plays except for the Unbound play Masters of War (DavrosDavros (Doctor Who audio)Davros is a Big Finish Productions audio drama based on the long-running British science fiction television series Doctor Who.-Plot:...
, The JuggernautsThe JuggernautsThe Juggernauts is a Big Finish Productions audio drama based on the long-running British science fiction television series Doctor Who.-Plot:...
, Terror FirmaTerror FirmaTerror Firma is a Big Finish Productions audio drama based on the long-running British science fiction television series Doctor Who. The story follows on directly from the previous Eighth Doctor audio drama The Next Life and flashes back to scenes that takes place before the first Eighth Doctor...
, I, Davros: InnocenceI, Davros: InnocenceI, Davros: Innocence is a Big Finish Productions audio drama based on the long-running British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It stars Terry Molloy reprising his role as Davros, the twisted creator of the Dalek race. "Innocence" is the first in a four-part mini-series exploring...
, I, Davros: PurityI, Davros: PurityI, Davros: Purity is a Big Finish Productions audio drama based on the long-running British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It stars Terry Molloy reprising his role as Davros, the twisted creator of the Dalek race. "Purity" is the second in a four-part mini-series exploring Davros'...
, I, Davros: CorruptionI, Davros: CorruptionI, Davros: Corruption is a Big Finish Productions audio drama based on the long-running British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It stars Terry Molloy reprising his role as Davros, the twisted creator of the Dalek race...
, and I, Davros: GuiltI, Davros: GuiltI, Davros: Guilt is a Big Finish Productions audio drama based on the long-running British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It stars Terry Molloy reprising his role as Davros, the twisted creator of the Dalek race. "Guilt" is the final part of the mini-series exploring Davros' early...
) as well as a new play, The Davros MissionThe Davros MissionThe Davros Mission is a Doctor Who audio play written and directed by Nicholas Briggs exclusive to the Complete Davros Collection DVD box set released on 26 November 2007. It is set between the Sixth Doctor audio play The Juggernauts and the Seventh Doctor television story Remembrance of the...
, which is not available separately from this box set. The boxed set also contains two documentaries—Davros Connections, and Big Finish's audio documentary on the making of I, Davros. - Beneath the Surface—Contains the three serials Doctor Who and the SiluriansDoctor Who and the SiluriansDoctor Who and the Silurians is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in seven weekly parts from January 31 to March 14, 1970. The story is the first appearance of a recurring family of Earth-dwelling reptiles...
, The Sea DevilsThe Sea DevilsThe Sea Devils is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from February 26 to April 1, 1972.-Synopsis:...
, and Warriors of the DeepWarriors of the DeepWarriors of the Deep is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 5 January to 13 January 1984...
. Was released as a boxed set only in Regions 2 and 4. In Region 1, the serials were released both individually and in the boxed set. Released on 14 January 2008 in Region 2. - K9 Tales—Contains K-9K-9 (Doctor Who)K-9, or K9, is the name of several fictional robotic canines in the long-running British science fiction television series, Doctor Who, first appearing in 1977...
's debut story The Invisible Enemy as well as the spin-off show K-9 and CompanyK-9 and CompanyK-9 and Company was a proposed television spin-off of the original programme run of Doctor Who . It was to feature former series regulars Sarah Jane Smith, an investigative journalist played by Elisabeth Sladen, and K-9, a robotic dog. Both characters had been companions of the Fourth Doctor, but...
. In Region 2 and 4 they were released in separate DVD cases, in Region 1 they were released as a two disc set in a single DVD case without the K9 Tales title. Released on 16 June 2008 in Region 2. - The Trial of a Time Lord—Contains The Trial of a Time LordThe Trial of a Time LordThe Trial of a Time Lord is a fourteen-part British science fiction serial of the long running BBC series Doctor Who. The serial, produced as the twenty-third season of the Doctor Who television series, aired in weekly episodes from 6 September to 6 December 1986...
, the season-spanning story from Colin Baker's final season. All regions received the boxed set only. Released on 29 September 2008 in Region 2. - The E-Space Trilogy—Contains three stories from Tom Baker's final season, Full CircleFull Circle (Doctor Who)Full Circle is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 25 October to 15 November 1980...
, State of DecayState of DecayState of Decay is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 22 November to 13 December 1980. The serial was the second of three loosely connected serials known as the E-Space trilogy...
and Warriors' GateWarriors' GateWarriors' Gate is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was written by the English author Stephen Gallagher and first broadcast in four weekly parts from 3 January to 24 January 1981...
which together form a trilogy set in E-Space. All regions received the boxed set only. Released on 26 January 2009 in Region 2. - The Rescue and The RomansThe Romans (Doctor Who)The Romans is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from January 16 to February 6, 1965. The story is set during the era of the Roman Empire in the reign of Nero.-Plot:...
were released together in all regions. In Region 2 and 4 they were released in separate DVD cases, in Region 1 they were released as a two disc set in a single DVD case. Released on 23 February 2009 in Region 2. - The Black Guardian Trilogy—Contains the Season 20 stories Mawdryn UndeadMawdryn UndeadMawdryn Undead is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was originally broadcast in four twice weekly parts from 1 February to 9 February 1983...
, TerminusTerminus (Doctor Who)Terminus is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was originally broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 15 to 23 February 1983...
, EnlightenmentEnlightenment (Doctor Who)Enlightenment is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was originally broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from March 1 to March 9, 1983...
and a new special edition of Enlightenment. All regions received the boxed set only. Released on 10 August 2009 in Region 2. - Dalek War—Contains the two consecutive Jon Pertwee stories Frontier in SpaceFrontier in SpaceFrontier in Space is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from February 24 to March 31, 1973...
and Planet of the DaleksPlanet of the DaleksPlanet of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from April 7 to May 12, 1973.-Synopsis:...
. Planet of the Daleks episode 3 has had its colour restored for this release using a combination of computer colourisation and a revolutionary new chroma dot colour recovery technique. All regions received the boxed set only. Released on 5 October 2009 in Region 2. - Peladon Tales—Contains the two Jon Pertwee stories set on the planet of Peladon featuring the Ice Warriors. The Curse of PeladonThe Curse of PeladonThe Curse of Peladon is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 29 January to 19 February 1972.-Synopsis:...
and The Monster of PeladonThe Monster of PeladonThe Monster of Peladon is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 23 March to 27 April 1974.-Synopsis:...
. Was released as a boxed set only in Regions 2 and 4. In Region 1, the serials were only released individually. Released on 18 January 2010 in Region 2. - The Space MuseumThe Space Museum-VHS, CD and DVD releases:*This story was released alongside the surviving episodes of The Crusade on VHS in 1999.*The audio soundtrack was released with narration from Maureen O'Brien on CD in 2009....
and The ChaseThe Chase (Doctor Who)The Chase is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 22 May to 26 June 1965. The story is set on multiple locations including the Mary Celeste, the Empire State Building, and the planet Aridius...
were released together in all regions. In Region 1 a scene was cut out of The Chase involving The Beatles due to rights issues. Released on 1 March 2010 in Region 2. - Myths & Legends—Contains the three stories The Time MonsterThe Time MonsterThe Time Monster is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 20 May to 24 June 1972.- Synopsis :...
, UnderworldUnderworld (Doctor Who)Underworld is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 7 January - 28 January 1978.-Synopsis:...
and The Horns of NimonThe Horns of Nimon-Outside references:The plot of this serial incorporates aspects of the story of Theseus and the Minotaur - a fact the Doctor comments on at the end of the last episode...
. Was released as a boxed set only in Regions 2 and 4. In Region 1, the serials were only released individually. Released on 29 March 2010 in Region 2. - Kamelion Tales—Contains the two stories featuring the Doctor's shape changing robotic companion KamelionKamelionKamelion is a fictional character from the long-running British science fiction television series Doctor Who. A shape-changing android voiced by Gerald Flood in its default form, it is a companion of the Fifth Doctor and appears in the television series in two serials between 1983 and...
: The King's Demons and Planet of Fire. It also includes a new Special Edition edit of Planet of Fire. Was released as a boxed set only in Regions 2 and 4. In Region 1, the serials were only released individually. Released on 14 June 2010 in Region 2. - Cyberman Set—Contains Revenge of the CybermenRevenge of the CybermenRevenge of the Cybermen is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 19 April to 10 May 1975.-Synopsis:...
and Silver NemesisSilver NemesisSilver Nemesis was the 25th anniversary serial of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast in the UK in three weekly parts from 23 November 1988, to 7 December 1988....
. Was released as a boxed set only in Regions 2 and 4. In Region 1, the serials were only released individually. Released on 9 August 2010 in Region 2. - Mara Tales—Contains KindaKinda (Doctor Who)Kinda is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 1 February to 9 February 1982.-Synopsis:...
and SnakedanceSnakedance*In post-production, episode four of this story overran very badly. As a result, it had to be completely restructured. Originally the door for a third Mara adventure was to be left open, with closing scenes discussing the ultimate fate of the Great Crystal. Furthermore, a sequence in which the...
with brand new CGI effects. Was released as a boxed set only in Regions 2 and 4. In Region 1, the serials were only released individually. Released on 7 March 2011 in Region 2. - Mannequin ManiaComing Soon Trailer quotes Mannequin Mania as Mannequin Madness—Contains Spearhead from SpaceSpearhead from SpaceSpearhead from Space is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 3 January to 24 January 1970. The serial opened Series 7 of the show and was the first to be produced in colour. The serial introduced Jon Pertwee as the...
: Special Edition and Terror of the AutonsTerror of the AutonsTerror of the Autons is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, broadcast in four weekly parts from 2 to 23 January 1971...
. Was released as a boxed set only in Regions 2 and 4. In Region 1, the serials were only released individually. Released on 9 May 2011 in Region 2. - Earth Story—Contains The GunfightersThe GunfightersThe Gunfighters is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, set in 19th Century America on the days leading up to the famous Gunfight at the O.K. Corral...
and The AwakeningThe Awakening (Doctor Who)The Awakening is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was originally broadcast in two parts on 19 and 20 January 1984.-Synopsis:...
. Was released as a boxed set only in Regions 2 and 4. In Region 1, the serials were only released individually. Released on 20 June 2011 in Region 2. - UNIT Files—To contain Invasion of the DinosaursInvasion of the DinosaursInvasion of the Dinosaurs is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 12 January to 16 February 1974.-Synopsis:...
and The Android InvasionThe Android InvasionThe Android Invasion is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 22 November to 13 December 1975. It marks the last appearance of UNIT Character Sergeant Benton...
. Due for release 2012. - Ace Boxset—To contain Dragonfire and The Happiness PatrolThe Happiness PatrolThe Happiness Patrol is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in three weekly parts from 2 November to 16 November 1988.-Plot:...
. Due for release 2012. - The Legacy Box—To contain the unfinished segments of ShadaShadaShada is an unaired serial of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was intended to be the final serial of the 1979-80 season , but was never completed due to a strike at the BBC during filming...
, with the 1993 documentary More Than 30 Years In The TARDIS. Due for release 2012.
Other box sets have been released repackaging previously released serials (often with a recently released one):
- 40th Anniversary Set—Contains The Dalek Invasion of EarthThe Dalek Invasion of EarthThe Dalek Invasion of Earth is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from November 21 to December 26, 1964....
, Resurrection of the DaleksResurrection of the DaleksResurrection of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts between 8 February and 15 February 1984...
and Remembrance of the DaleksRemembrance of the DaleksRemembrance of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 5 October to 26 October 1988....
. This was W H SmithW H SmithWHSmith plc is a British retailer, headquartered in Swindon, Wiltshire, England. It is best known for its chain of high street, railway station, airport, hospital and motorway service station shops selling books, stationery, magazines, newspapers, and entertainment products...
limited edition exclusive in aid of the 40th Anniversary. It was released in Region 2 only. - Cyberman Collection—Contains The Tomb of the CybermenThe Tomb of the CybermenThe Tomb of the Cybermen is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who that originally aired in four weekly parts from September 2 to September 23, 1967 and is the earliest serial starring Patrick Troughton as the Second Doctor to exist in its entirety...
, The InvasionThe Invasion (Doctor Who)The Invasion is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in eight weekly parts from 2 November to 21 December 1968...
& Earthshock. This was an Amazon.co.uk exclusive. It was released in Region 2 only. - The Third Doctor Collection—Contains Spearhead from SpaceSpearhead from SpaceSpearhead from Space is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 3 January to 24 January 1970. The serial opened Series 7 of the show and was the first to be produced in colour. The serial introduced Jon Pertwee as the...
, InfernoInferno (Doctor Who)Don Houghton came to Terrence Dicks with an idea for the story based on the real life Project Mohole. A smaller budget for the serial drove the idea of a parallel world, where the studio could use the same actors in multiple roles...
, The Claws of AxosThe Claws of Axos-Writing:In late 1969, script editor Terrance Dicks contacted new writing duo Bob Baker and Dave Martin after reading a draft script they had sent around the BBC for another production, A Man's Life. After offering the duo a seven-part story in November 1969 for Doctor Whos eighth season, Baker and...
, The Three Doctors, Carnival of MonstersCarnival of MonstersCarnival of Monsters is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 27 January to 17 February 1973....
, and The Green DeathThe Green DeathThe Green Death is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, first broadcast in six weekly parts from 19 May 1973 to 23 June 1973. It was the last to feature Katy Manning as companion Jo Grant in Doctor Who...
. This was an Amazon.co.uk exclusive. It was released in Region 2 only. - The Daleks Collection—Contains The Dalek Invasion of EarthThe Dalek Invasion of EarthThe Dalek Invasion of Earth is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from November 21 to December 26, 1964....
, Genesis of the DaleksGenesis of the DaleksGenesis of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who that was originally broadcast in six weekly parts from 8 March to 12 April 1975. It marks the first appearance of Davros, the creator of the Daleks.-Plot:...
, Resurrection of the DaleksResurrection of the DaleksResurrection of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts between 8 February and 15 February 1984...
, Revelation of the DaleksRevelation of the DaleksRevelation of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts on 23 March and 30 March 1985...
and Remembrance of the DaleksRemembrance of the DaleksRemembrance of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 5 October to 26 October 1988....
. This was an Amazon.co.uk exclusive. It was released in Region 2 only. - Bred for War—Contains the four Sontaran serials from the classic series (The Time WarriorThe Time WarriorThe Time Warrior is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from December 15, 1973 to January 5, 1974. This serial introduced Elisabeth Sladen as new companion Sarah Jane Smith. It also marked the debut of the Sontarans...
, The Sontaran ExperimentThe Sontaran ExperimentThe Sontaran Experiment is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was originally broadcast in two weekly parts on 22 February and 1 March 1975.-Synopsis:...
, The Invasion of TimeThe Invasion of TimeThe Invasion of Time is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 4 February to 11 March 1978...
, and The Two DoctorsThe Two DoctorsThe Two Doctors is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in three weekly parts from 16 February to 2 March 1985. It starred Colin Baker and Nicola Bryant as the Sixth Doctor and his companion Peri, respectively...
). It was released in May 2008 in Region 2 to coincide with the return of the Sontarans in the new series. It was released in Regions 2 and 4 only.
Revisitations
- Revisitations 1—Contains new editions of three stories that were previously released in the early days of the DVD range, including Doctor Who – The Movie, The Talons of Weng-ChiangThe Talons of Weng-ChiangThe Talons of Weng-Chiang is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in six weekly parts from 26 February to 2 April 1977.-Synopsis:...
and The Caves of AndrozaniThe Caves of AndrozaniThe Caves of Androzani is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four twice-weekly parts from 8–16 March 1984. It was Peter Davison's last regular appearance as the Doctor, and marks the first appearance of Colin Baker in the role...
. Was released as a boxed set only in Region 2. In Region 4, the serials were released in the boxed set and Doctor Who – The Movie was also released individually. Region 1 did not receive the box set, but has seen releases of the special editions of Doctor Who – The Movie and The Talons of Weng-Chiang individually (but not yet The Caves of Androzani). Released on 4 October 2010 in Region 2. - Revisitations 2—Contains new editions of The Seeds of DeathThe Seeds of DeathThe Seeds of Death is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in six weekly parts from 25 January to 1 March 1969...
, Carnival of MonstersCarnival of MonstersCarnival of Monsters is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 27 January to 17 February 1973....
and Resurrection of the DaleksResurrection of the DaleksResurrection of the Daleks is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in two weekly parts between 8 February and 15 February 1984...
. Resurrection of the Daleks does include the 4 part version and the two part broadcast version. Was released as a boxed set only in Regions 2 and 4. In Region 1, the special editions of these stories have yet to be released. Released on 28 March 2011 in Region 2. - Revisitations 3—To contain new editions of The Tomb of the CybermenThe Tomb of the CybermenThe Tomb of the Cybermen is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who that originally aired in four weekly parts from September 2 to September 23, 1967 and is the earliest serial starring Patrick Troughton as the Second Doctor to exist in its entirety...
, The Three Doctors and The Robots of DeathThe Robots of DeathThe Robots of Death is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast in four weekly parts from 29 January to 19 February 1977.-Synopsis:...
. Due for release 2012.
New series
In addition to full series box sets, and the box set of the 2009 specials, the following collections have been released.- The Cybermen Collection – Contains "Rise of the CybermenRise of the Cybermen"Rise of the Cybermen" is an episode in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. The episode features the return of Cybermen, where they are created on Earth itself. It is the first part of a two-part story, the concluding part being "The Age of Steel"...
", "The Age of SteelThe Age of Steel"The Age of Steel" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast on 20 May 2006 and is the second part of a two-part story that was the first to feature the Cybermen since Silver Nemesis in 1988. The first part, "Rise of the Cybermen", was...
", "Army of GhostsArmy of Ghosts"Army of Ghosts" is the twelfth and penultimate episode in the second series of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who which was first broadcast on 1 July 2006...
" and "DoomsdayDoomsday (Doctor Who)"Doomsday" is the thirteenth and final episode in the second series of the revival of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast on 8 July 2006 and is the conclusion of a two-part story; the first part, "Army of Ghosts", was broadcast on 1 July 2006...
". - The Dalek Collection – Contains "DalekDalek (Doctor Who episode)"Dalek" is an episode in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who that was first broadcast on 30 April 2005. It should not be confused with the first Dalek serial, The Daleks...
", "Bad WolfBad Wolf"Bad Wolf" is an episode in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast on June 11, 2005. The TARDIS crew find themselves trapped in the Gamestation, also known as Satellite 5, where they must battle to survive the cruel games...
", "The Parting of the WaysThe Parting of the Ways"The Parting of the Ways" is an episode in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast on 18 June 2005. It was the second episode of the two-part story that featured Christopher Eccleston making his last appearance as the Ninth Doctor...
", "Daleks in ManhattanDaleks in Manhattan"Daleks in Manhattan" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was broadcast on BBC One on 21 April 2007, and is the fourth episode of Series 3 of the revived Doctor Who series. It is part one of a two-part story, concluded in "Evolution of the Daleks"...
", "Evolution of the DaleksEvolution of the Daleks"Evolution of the Daleks" is an episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was first broadcast on BBC One on 28 April 2007, and is the fifth episode of Series 3 of the revived Doctor Who series. It is the conclusion of the two-part story begun in "Daleks in...
", "The Stolen EarthThe Stolen Earth"The Stolen Earth" is the twelfth episode of the fourth series and the 750th overall episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. The episode was written by show runner and head writer Russell T Davies and is the first of a two-part crossover story; the concluding episode is...
" and "Journey's EndJourney's End (Doctor Who)"Journey's End" is the thirteenth episode of the fourth series of British science fiction television series Doctor Who first broadcast on BBC One on 5 July 2008. It is the second episode of a two-part crossover story featuring the characters of spin-off shows Torchwood and The Sarah Jane...
". - Series 1–4 Box Set – Contains each complete box set release of Series 1–4 in a black outercase.
- The Complete David Tennant Years – Contains series 2–4 plus all the specials and animations done with David Tennant as the Doctor.(only released in region 1).
Limited Edition
Several box sets have been released in multiple editions, some with different outer cases but the same content.
- Series 1 – Released in both a standard case and a special limited edition TARDIS-shaped box.
- Series 2 – Released firstly with lenticular covers featuring the TARDIS travelling through the time vortex, as well as a Cyberman and a Dalek on another lenticular cover on the opposite side; and in a limited edition format featuring a Cyberman head. Also re-released later in both a standard non lenticular case.
- Series 3 – Released in both a standard case featuring The Doctor with The Master and also in a limited-edition lenticular cover exclusive to Amazon.co.uk featuring just The Master. This set also had a Woolworths exclusive boxset release featuring The Doctor and Martha in the sight of a Dalek.
- Series 4 – Released in both a standard case featuring The Doctor, Donna as well as Davros, but also released in a HMV exclusive edition with a gold outer honeycomb style slipcase featuring The Doctor and Donna in alternate poses, with the red Supreme Dalek on the opposite side.
- Series 5 – Released in both a standard case as well as a limited edition steel-book case on both DVD and Blu-ray.
- Series 6 – Released in both a standard case as well as a limited edition raised silence head slip case and five 3-D art cards on both DVD and Blu-ray.
The Five Doctors
The original release of The Five DoctorsThe Five Doctors
The Five Doctors is a special feature-length episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, produced in celebration of the programme's twentieth anniversary. It had its world premiere in the United States, on the Chicago PBS station WTTW and various other PBS member stations...
was the very first Doctor Who DVD release, and as such, is rather lacking compared to later releases in the range. This release contains a straight transfer of the 1995 Special Edition, which recut the story, added several scenes, and replaced the original effects with CGI. The Region 2 version had no commentary track, but one with Peter Davison
Peter Davison
Peter Davison is a British actor, best known for his roles as Tristan Farnon in the television version of James Herriot's All Creatures Great and Small and the fifth incarnation of the Doctor in Doctor Who, which he played from 1982 to 1984.-Early life:Davison was born Peter Moffett in Streatham,...
and writer Terrance Dicks
Terrance Dicks
Terrance Dicks is an English writer, best known for his work in television and for writing a large number of popular children's books during the 1970s and 80s.- Early career :...
was added for the Region 1 release nearly two years later. The Doctor Who Restoration Team has repeatedly stated that neither they nor 2 Entertain considers this to be part of the 'official' release range. The packaging for the DVD and the design of the menus is different from all other releases in the range, although the BBC have subsequently made a new sleeve available for download from the official Doctor Who website which is intended to better match the rest of the range.
A new version of the story was released in Region 2 on 3 March 2008, containing remastered versions of both the special edition and the story as originally transmitted. It also features both the R1 commentary track, a newly recorded commentary, and a number of special features. To distinguish it from the previous release, the newer version is subtitled 25th Anniversary Edition.
Alternative feature-length versions
The Curse of Fenric, Battlefield, Enlightenment and Planet of Fire. Some have re-edited feature-length versions on a bonus disc, while others have a reduced edit with additional footage and new special effects, as well as a remixed 5.1 surround soundtrack. The alternative versions of Enlightenment and Planet of Fire are presented in 16:9 widescreen rather than the original 4:3 aspect ratio. The Curse of Fenric and Battlefield are extended edits with new scenes added, while Enlightenment and Planet of Fire are cut down in length to make them more like modern Doctor Who stories.New Series Animations
- The Infinite QuestThe Infinite QuestThe Infinite Quest is an animated serial based on the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It was made by BBC Television, but does not share the same producers as the live-action series. It was aired in twelve weekly parts starting 2 April 2007 as a segment of the children's...
is a 13-part animated serial, the first 12 parts of which were originally shown on Totally Doctor WhoTotally Doctor WhoTotally Doctor Who is a children's television series produced by the BBC that was originally broadcast between 13 April 2006 and 29 June 2007, accompanying the second and third revived series of Doctor Who. No episodes have been produced following the third series...
. Although the serial is not a part of series 3, it features the DoctorDoctor (Doctor Who)The Doctor is the central character in the long-running BBC television science-fiction series Doctor Who, and has also featured in two cinema feature films, a vast range of spin-off novels, audio dramas and comic strips connected to the series....
and Martha JonesMartha JonesMartha Jones is a fictional character played by Freema Agyeman in the long-running British science fiction television series Doctor Who and its spin-off series, Torchwood. She is a companion of the Tenth Doctor in Doctor Who, replacing Rose Tyler...
. It was run as a complete 45-minute episode after the series came to an end. It was released on DVD in Region 2 on 12 November 2007, Region 4 on 5 June 2008 and Region 1 on 18 November 2008. - DreamlandDreamland (Doctor Who)Dreamland is the second animated Doctor Who serial to air on television...
is a 6-part animated serial (1x12min, 5x6min). They were broadcast daily on the BBCBBCThe British Broadcasting Corporation is a British public service broadcaster. Its headquarters is at Broadcasting House in the City of Westminster, London. It is the largest broadcaster in the world, with about 23,000 staff...
's Red Button service from 21 November 2009. It was released on DVD in Region 2 on 1 February 2010 and in Region 1 release on 5 October 2010. Though made in high definition, no Blu-ray is currently planned.
Doctor Who DVD Files
On 14 January 2009, publishers GE Fabbri, licensed by the BBC and 2 Entertain2 Entertain
2 Entertain is a British video and music publisher, formed by the merger of BBC Video and Video Collection International in 2004....
, released the first issue of the partwork magazine Doctor Who DVD Files
Doctor Who DVD Files
Doctor Who DVD Files is a fortnightly partwork magazine published by GE Fabbri, authorised by 2 entertain and BBC Worldwide. Each issue consists of a magazine and a DVD....
. Every fortnight the magazine comes with a mounted DVD containing episodes of Doctor Who. They started by publishing the relaunched series, beginning with "Rose
Rose (Doctor Who)
"Rose" is the first episode of Series One of the British science-fiction television series Doctor Who. Written by show runner Russell T Davies and directed by Keith Boak, the episode was first broadcast on 26 March 2005....
". Starting from issue 29 the DVDs have focused on the classic series starting with Remembrance of the Daleks. All the DVDs come with new double-sided covers and are encoded for Regions 2 and 4. The series goes up to 80 issues with the David Tennant specials of 2009 being released late in the series.
DVD releases of theatrical feature films
Film remakes based on the first two Dalek television stories were produced in 1965 (Dr. Who and the DaleksDr. Who and the Daleks
Dr. Who and the Daleks was the first of two Doctor Who films made in the 1960s. It was followed by Daleks' Invasion Earth: 2150 A.D....
) and 1966 (Daleks' Invasion Earth: 2150 A.D.) starring Peter Cushing
Peter Cushing
Peter Wilton Cushing, OBE was an English actor, known for his many appearances in Hammer Films, in which he played the handsome but sinister scientist Baron Frankenstein and the vampire hunter Dr. Van Helsing, amongst many other roles, often appearing opposite Christopher Lee, and occasionally...
as "Dr. Who
Dr. Who (Dalek films)
Dr. Who is a character based on the long-running BBC television science-fiction series Doctor Who. Although based upon the character of the Doctor from the television series, the character is fundamentally different, most notably in being human....
". These two theatrical movies do not take place within the established canon of Doctor Who. The two films have been released as a box set (often with the Dalekmania documentary on a separate disc), first in region 4 (9 May 2001), then region 1 (22 November 2001) and later region 2 (29 July 2002). It was also re-released in region 2 (25 September 2006) with a new cover.
Big Finish Talks Back
A special DVD interview with Paul McGann was released through Big Finish covering his time as the Eighth DoctorEighth Doctor
The Eighth Doctor is the eighth incarnation of the protagonist of the long-running BBC television science-fiction series Doctor Who. He was portrayed by Paul McGann...
on both TV and on audio. It was released in 7 September 2002 worldwide through the Big Finish Website.
See also
- List of Doctor Who serials
- Doctor Who missing episodesDoctor Who missing episodesThe Doctor Who missing episodes are the instalments of the long-running British science-fiction television programme Doctor Who that have no known film or videotape copies. They were wiped by the BBC during the 1960s and 1970s for economic and space-saving reasons...
- Doctor Who Restoration TeamDoctor Who Restoration TeamThe Doctor Who Restoration Team is a loose collection of Doctor Who fans, many within the television industry, who restore Doctor Who episodes for release on DVD....
- Doctor Who DVD FilesDoctor Who DVD FilesDoctor Who DVD Files is a fortnightly partwork magazine published by GE Fabbri, authorised by 2 entertain and BBC Worldwide. Each issue consists of a magazine and a DVD....
External links
- The TARDIS Library: DVDs & videos—Comprehensive database of official & unofficial Doctor Who DVD releases across the globe.
- Steve Manfred's Doctor Who DVD FAQ, with full details on all North American releases. Frequently updated.