Biography
How was "Doctor Who" created? Here we meet the programme's main players, from the various Doctors and assistants to the daleks and that famous police box...
The Basics
The revival of "Doctor Who" in 2005 introduced a whole new generation to the adventures of the time-travelling eccentric. Their elders may well recall the Doctor’s debut in his first incarnation, played by William Hartnell, in 1963. Since then, nine other versions of the Doctor have come and gone, appearing and disappearing in the famous police-box, only being rudely interrupted when the BBC decided to bin the Doctor in the 1980s.
The Creation of "Doctor Who"
"Doctor Who" was created in 1963, by Sydney Newman, head of BBC drama from 1961-69. One of the most influential figures in British television, Newman was also responsible for another iconic series, "The Avengers", which he developed in 1961.
Incarnations and Assistants
Here's a round-up of the actors who have played Doctor Who in the television series, and their various assistants:
