Doctor Who - Into the future

As part of Doctor Who's 60th anniversary, while the Time Lord was undergoing his latest regeneration, BBC Archives attempted to look to the future.

BBC Archives enables audiences to explore moments from Doctor Who’s history, but archives aren’t just about the past. The BBC continues to capture all forthcoming stories so in future we can look back at the pivotal moments that haven’t yet happened!

The immediate future is pulling into view, with the announcement of Ncuti Gatwa’s casting as the next Doctor, celebrated on BBC Scotland’s news programme The Nine.

The final words should be given to two of the most pivotal people in Doctor Who’s history. First, original producer Verity Lambert, who in this 2003 clip tries to distil the appeal and longevity of the series. She discusses the imagination and rich variety of the show, but also its attraction for different generations.

The last word goes to showrunner Russell T Davies. In 2008, he was asked how long Doctor Who could go on for. His reply – “Forever!”