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202355 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Historical Events

Return to Devil's End

202355 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

In the village of Devil's End, cast and crew members from Doctor Who's 'The Dæmons' reflect on the show's legacy through interviews and archival footage.

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Christopher Barry

Synopsis

In the village of Devil's End, cast and crew members from Doctor Who's 'The Dæmons' reflect on the show's legacy through interviews and archival footage.

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Christopher Barry

Christopher Barrydirector

Nicholas Briggs

Nicholas Briggscast

Jon Pertwee

Jon Pertweecast

Christopher Barry

Christopher Barrycast

Nicholas Courtney

Nicholas Courtneycast

Synopsis

In the village of Devil's End, the legacy of Doctor Who's 'The Dæmons' comes alive through the voices of its cast and crew. Hosted by Nicholas Courtney, Richard Franklin, and John Levene, the documentary revisits the filming locations from the 1971 episodes. It features interviews with director Christopher Barry and local residents, alongside archival footage that reflects the show's impact. Nicholas Briggs, the current voice of the Daleks, adds depth to the narrative, connecting past and present in this tribute to a beloved series.

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Why Watch

Meet classic Doctor Who actors Nicholas Courtney and John Levene.
See archival footage from the iconic 1971 episodes.
Find out about the filming locations in a picturesque village.

Did You Know

Jon Pertwee passed away in 1992, shortly before this documentary was made.
The original Doctor Who episodes titled 'The Dæmons' were filmed in 1971.
Nicholas Briggs is the current voice of the Daleks, contributing to this documentary.

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Doctor Who fansTelevision history enthusiastsJon Pertwee admirers

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who hosted the documentary 'Return to Devil's End'?

The documentary is hosted by classic series regulars including Nicholas Courtney, Richard Franklin, and John Levene.

What year was 'Return to Devil's End' released?

'Return to Devil's End' was released in 2023.

How long is the documentary 'Return to Devil's End'?

The duration of the documentary is 55 minutes.

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