An Adventure in Space and Time
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An Adventure in Space and Time

In 1963 Sydney Newman, progressive head of BBC TV's drama department, wants to fill a Saturday tea-time slot with a show with youth appeal and hits on... the idea of an august figure, like a doctor, leading a group of companions on time travel adventures. He engages inexperienced young producer Verity Lambert to expand the idea. Fighting sexist and racial bigotry Verity and young Indian director Waris Hussein persuade crusty character actor William Hartnell to play the doctor figure and, despite technical hiccups and competition with coverage of the Kennedy assassination, the first episode of 'Doctor Who' is born. As the show becomes a success Hartnell displays an obsession with his character but, after three years, ill health catches up with him and he starts to forget lines. Newman tells him that Doctor Who will 'regenerate' and he will be replaced by younger actor Patrick Troughton. Though attached to the part and reluctant to give it up Hartnell wishes every success to Troughton, the first of several actors to play a part which will endure for fifty years. Show More
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a success. The series follows the struggles and triumphs of the production team as they navigate the challenges of creating a groundbreaking and long-lasting television show.

The movie An Adventure in Space and Time offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of one of television's most iconic shows, Doctor Who. Set in the 1960s, the film explores how Sydney Newman, the head of BBC TV's drama department, came up with the idea for a show about a time-traveling doctor and his companions. He enlists the help of young producer Verity Lambert, who faces challenges such as sexism and racism in a male-dominated industry.

Despite obstacles, including technical difficulties and competition with the coverage of the Kennedy assassination, the first episode of Doctor Who is a success. The film showcases the journey of the show's star, William Hartnell, a veteran actor who initially doubts his ability to play the doctor figure.

An Adventure in Space and Time provides a nostalgic and heartfelt tribute to the early days of Doctor Who and the people who made it possible. The film celebrates the show's enduring legacy and the impact it has had on popular culture.

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