Happy Anniversary!
Happy Anniversary!
23rd Nov 2011
Doctor Who is 48 years old today! On 23 November, 1963, BBC ONE broadcast a spooky and exciting episode entitled An Unearthly Child...
It begins with two inquisitive school teachers following a student to her home, only to find she apparently lives in a junk yard which contains what looks like a police call box. Believing their student is inside the incongruous blue box, they ignore the protests of a mysterious old man known as the Doctor, and force their way in... The teachers are stunned to discover it's a craft that's bigger on the inside! A struggle ensues and the ship somehow 'takes off', flinging its occupants back in time...
And so began a series of adventures that continues to enchant and enthral audiences around the world.
You can read more about the origins of Doctor Who or enjoy clips from the show's early years, listed below.
The original theme music and opening titles.
The original TARDIS crew visit Skaro.
The First Doctor bids farewell to his granddaughter.
A visit to the Space Museum...
...and you can enjoy some classic regenerations here!
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