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201119 minGdoc-short

The Doctor's Moriarty

201119 minGdoc-short

Insights from writers and producers reveal the Master’s role as a key antagonist in Doctor Who and his impact on the Doctor's storylines.

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Ed Stradling

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Insights from writers and producers reveal the Master’s role as a key antagonist in Doctor Who and his impact on the Doctor's storylines.

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The Master first appeared in Season 8 of Doctor Who as a formidable adversary for the Doctor. This documentary looks at the character's role as a dark figure throughout the series. It includes insights from writers and producers involved in the show. They discuss the Master’s impact on the Doctor's storylines and the character's lasting popularity. The film runs for 19 minutes and was released in 2011.

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See the making of the Master character.
Find out how the Master influences the Doctor's story.
Meet the creative team behind Season 8.

Did You Know

The Master was introduced as the Doctor's Moriarty in Season 8.
The documentary has a runtime of 19 minutes.
The character of the Master appears in many episodes beyond Season 8.

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Doctor Who fansCharacter development studiesBehind-the-scenes enthusiasts

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Who is the Doctor's Moriarty?

The Doctor's Moriarty is the Master, introduced as a dark figure in Season 8.

What year was The Doctor's Moriarty documentary released?

The documentary was released in 2011.

How long is The Doctor's Moriarty documentary?

The documentary has a duration of 19 minutes.

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