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200711 minPGdoc-short

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

The Crowded TARDIS

200711 minPGdoc-short

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Three companions joined the TARDIS crew by the end of Tom Baker's tenure, marking a significant shift in the show's direction.

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Three companions joined the TARDIS crew by the end of Tom Baker's tenure, marking a significant shift in the show's direction.

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Steve Brosterdirector

George Williams

George Williamscast

Christopher H. Bidmead

Christopher H. Bidmeadcast

Tom Baker

Peter Davison

Peter Davisoncast

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Tom Baker's time as the Doctor saw a shift in the TARDIS crew. The usual single companion expanded to three by the end of his tenure. Director Steve Broster's 2007 featurette looks at the reasons for this change. It discusses the dynamics among the characters and the impact on storytelling. The film runs for 11 minutes and is categorized under society. It provides a brief look into the evolution of a beloved sci-fi series.

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