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"The series ran in the U.K. from 1963 to 1989. A TV movie in 1996 was an attempt to reboot the show and appeal to Americans by casting lots of Yank actors. That failed. But "Doctor Who" relaunched in 2005 once-again as a British-centric show, and that did the trick."
-Quote directly taken from http://www.cnbc.com/id/101220955
"http://www.cnbc.com/id/101220955 It is actually produced in the UK , made for a global audience. This show is in the top three money makers GLOBALLY for BBC. So I do suppose it does matter where us americans and the world thinks. Just like Star Trek , Star Wars Doctor who would not be around if it not for the love of the entire world. For you to state something so insane as "it is a show made by the british people" are you kidding? Overseas sales impact any show in a huge way."
DOCTOR WHO is made by the BBC for the British audience. The fact that people around the world like it is merely extra profit for the BBC. I seriously doubt any of the executives have sat down and wondered what American viewers would like to see in the program. Their main demographic is the British viewer.
BTW, if you no longer enjoy the series, which is your prerogative, maybe you should stop watching it. I truly fail to see the point of continually posting about a subject that brings you so much displeasure. LIFE'S TOO SHORT!!!Last edited by mhackley; Oct 15, '14, 4:24 AM.Leave a comment:
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http://www.cnbc.com/id/101220955 It is actually produced in the UK , made for a global audience. This show is in the top three money makers GLOBALLY for BBC. So I do suppose it does matter where us americans and the world thinks. Just like Star Trek , Star Wars Doctor who would not be around if it not for the love of the entire world. For you to state something so insane as "it is a show made by the british people" are you kidding? Overseas sales impact any show in a huge way.Leave a comment:
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I'm hoping now that Clara is on board again, we can just get back to regular programming, without all the drama and arguments, and with individual stories that are not interconnected.
I think it's time we had an old-fashioned invasion story.
My perfect scenario: Cybermen vs Ice Warriors. I can dream, right?
Btw: at the end of this episode, I almost thought both Clara and the Doctor had "gone to Heaven". Guess I was wrong.
Oh, and did anybody notice that the singer on the train was singing a Queen song? Don't stop me now...Leave a comment:
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This Radio Times poll suggests most folks like him.
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Interesting... The ratings for the Classic series didn't really drop until McCoy. http://www.themindrobber.co.uk/ratings.html
And as for this supposed drop in ratings for the current run? Not really. The figures are pretty much in the 6 million to 9 million range for season 8. That is pretty much on par with season 7.
Season 8
http://www.doctorwhotv.co.uk/doctor-...ator-66394.htm
Season 7
http://www.doctorwhotv.co.uk/doctor-...2013-46939.htm
As for this supposed "unpopularity" of Peter Capaldi??? He seems to be quite popular in the UK. And that is really all that matters. The fact that the series has fans in other countries is incidental. The British people are paying for the series. It's a British show, not an American show.Last edited by mhackley; Oct 14, '14, 8:52 AM.Leave a comment:
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The new series seems to be running like the classic series with Capaldi being the new Colin Baker.
My guess is Capaldi wont last long and the BBC will demand a more likable and understandable Doctor because of low ratings (see Sylvester McCoy) -- but, it will be too late.
I hope this doesn't happen because I love the show, but I kinda see it coming.Leave a comment:
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It should have been a great story, but it wasn't, really.
Again the whole "Clara is leaving, we're not getting along anymore". Very tiring.
It spoiled the main story, getting in the way all the time.
Some real flaws, too. First Clara is caught in the storage compartment, then suddenly she can join The Doctor without a problem.
And then, she changes her mind about leaving, and we're off again!
Well, that was worth all the arguments...
I wanted to like this episode, but in the end it was nothing special.
I don't think it's a good idea to alienate Capaldi from his companion during his first year, give the guy a break...Leave a comment:
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Clem, you personally made Doctor Who more fun for me because I go out of my way to see if I can spot you.
You're like the Where's Waldo of Doctor Who
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I thought this episode was better, thought the jelly babies thing was a little contrived, and found Clara's turn around at the end hard to believe.Leave a comment:
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I don't read other boards so I didn't know there is such a backlash about is age.
I think his age is perfect (being such a contrast from Matt Smith)
My biggest gripe, again, is I can't understand him.
It's not just the mumbling under his breath but also when he outright speaks.
It's not his Scottish accent because I mostly can understand other Scott actors.
Because of him being the star and having the most dialog a lot of times I have no idea what the heck is happening.Leave a comment:
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I view the complaints about an older doctor as people who largely jumped on board for the new show. I even heard one podcast host recommend to a new fan "don't bother with the old series", blech!Leave a comment:
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It's a shame that a fair few newer and/or younger DW fans allegedly can't seem to accept an older Doctor.
An older actor adds a certain authority and gravitas to the role, reflecting the age and accumulated wisdom of the character.
Mind you, I'm pretty old school. As a kid, I even remember thinking it was a mistake when they cast Peter Davison.
Whatever the case, I'm totally enjoying Capaldi in the role. I think he's great. His abrasive nature is wonderful and I don't have a problem understanding his accent. I hope he sticks around as the Doctor for a long time.Leave a comment:
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