Sylvester McCoy
Biography: Sylvester McCoy (born Percy James Patrick Kent-Smith; 20 August 1943) is a Scottish actor and physical comedian. He is best known for playing the seventh incarnation of the Doctor in the long-running science fiction television series Doctor Who from 1987 to 1989—the final Doctor of the original run—and briefly returning in a television film in 1996. He is also known for his work as Radagast in The Hobbit film series (2012—2014).
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: August 20, 1943
Deathday: N/A
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Known For
The Doctors: The Sylvester McCoy Years
2019-01-01
The Doctors: The Sylvester McCoy Years
Overview: This documentary contains the best in-depth interviews with Sylvester McCoy (the Seventh Doctor), Sophie Aldred (Ace), Angela Bruce (Brigadier Bambera), Jessica Martin (Mags), Lisa Bowerman (Bernice Summerfield) and Script Editor Andrew Cartmel ever undertaken! Presented by Robert Dick, “voice of the Daleks” Nicholas Briggs and “Ace” Sophie Aldred.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-01-01
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Doctor Who Live: The Afterparty
2013-11-23
Doctor Who Live: The Afterparty
Overview: Zoe Ball and Rick Edwards get the party started for the celebration of 50 years of Doctor Who, with Doctors and companions past and present, celebrity fans and special surprises.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-11-23
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Doctor Who Explained
2013-11-01
Doctor Who Explained
Overview: A BBC America documentary explores the mysterious and two-hearted alien who is the Doctor with exclusive interviews with cast members from the show's 50-year history.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-11-01
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The Circuit
2019-02-26
The Circuit
Overview: The bold crew of the hit Sci-Fi TV series "Star Crew" are in for an adventure that will push them to their limits while they fight to find the heroes inside in time to save the world.
Genres: Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-02-26
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The Munsters
2022-09-27
The Munsters
Overview: Lily is a typical 150-year-old lovelorn vampire who's looking for the man of her nightmares -- until she lays her eyes on Herman, a 7-foot-tall green experiment with a heart of gold. It's love at first shock as these two ghouls fall fangs over feet for each other in a Transylvanian romance. Unfortunately, it's not all smooth sailing in the cemetery as Lily's father has other plans for his beloved daughter's future, and they don't involve her new bumbling beau.
Genres: Comedy Fantasy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-09-27
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Doctor Who
1996-05-12
Doctor Who
Overview: The Seventh Doctor becomes the Eighth. And on the streets of San Francisco – alongside new ally Grace Holloway - he battles the Master.
Genres: TV Movie Adventure Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-05-12
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King Lear
2008-08-06
King Lear
Overview: King Lear, old and tired, divides his kingdom among his daughters, giving great importance to their protestations of love for him. When Cordelia, youngest and most honest, refuses to idly flatter the old man in return for favor, he banishes her and turns for support to his remaining daughters. But Goneril and Regan have no love for him and instead plot to take all his power from him. In a parallel, Lear's loyal courtier Gloucester favors his illegitimate son Edmund after being told lies about his faithful son Edgar. Madness and tragedy befall both ill-starred fathers.
Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-08-06
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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
2012-12-12
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
Overview: Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit enjoying his quiet life, is swept into an epic quest by Gandalf the Grey and thirteen dwarves who seek to reclaim their mountain home from Smaug, the dragon.
Genres: Adventure Fantasy Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-12-12
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The Mumbo Jumbo
2000-10-24
The Mumbo Jumbo
Overview: A cynical young American, Thomas Doubting, stumbles upon a magical amulet which takes him on a mysterious journey to the island of Sinmouth. The eccentric locals believe he is the lost legend of "Mumbo Jumbo" - an entity who will restore their fortunes and rescue the beautiful Princess Vanilla. On his journey, the Mumbo Jumbo discovers Sinmouth's dark secret and saves the inhabitants from their greatest enemy and his villainous slave.
Genres: Science Fiction Fantasy Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-10-24
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Doctor Who: The Ultimate Time Lord with Peter Davison
2014-08-01
Doctor Who: The Ultimate Time Lord with Peter Davison
Overview: Peter Davison, the Fifth Doctor, meets the talented people and stars who have helped create the show both past, present and future, and asks 'Who is the Doctor? What makes him tick? What will make the Twelfth Doctor unique?'
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-08-01
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Conjuring: The Book of the Dead
2020-01-17
Conjuring: The Book of the Dead
Overview: A writer of graphic novels who is given the task of writing a biography on the foremost occultist Aleister Crowley. Things start to go wrong when he discovers a rune inserted in Crowley's diary when visiting New Orleans.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-01-17
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The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
2013-12-11
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
Overview: The Dwarves, Bilbo and Gandalf have successfully escaped the Misty Mountains, and Bilbo has gained the One Ring. They all continue their journey to get their gold back from the Dragon, Smaug.
Genres: Fantasy Adventure Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-12-11
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Necronomicon
2023-05-31
Necronomicon
Overview: From the mind of HP Lovecraft comes the story of a book made from human flesh and written by Aleister Crowley during his visit to the depths of hell
Genres: Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-05-31
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The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies
2014-12-10
The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies
Overview: Immediately after the events of The Desolation of Smaug, Bilbo and the dwarves try to defend Erebor's mountain of treasure from others who claim it: the men of the ruined Laketown and the elves of Mirkwood. Meanwhile an army of Orcs led by Azog the Defiler is marching on Erebor, fueled by the rise of the dark lord Sauron. Dwarves, elves and men must unite, and the hope for Middle-Earth falls into Bilbo's hands.
Genres: Action Adventure Fantasy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-12-10
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The Secret Policeman's Ball
1979-12-22
The Secret Policeman's Ball
Overview: Amnesty decided not to present a benefit show in 1978 in order to consider how to make better use of the performing talent so favourably disposed to assist it in raising funds. Peter Luff left Amnesty in 1978 and the organisation's new fund-raising officer, Peter Walker, was deputed to work with Lewis on reconfiguring the show to raise more money and greater awareness of Amnesty. Lewis proposed to Cleese that in addition to the comedy performances the show should feature some contemporary rock musicians. Cleese delegated this responsibility to Lewis who recruited Who guitarist Pete Townshend to perform, as well as New Wave singer-songwriter Tom Robinson.
Genres: Comedy Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1979-12-22
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Sylvester: Who's the Real McCoy?
Sylvester: Who's the Real McCoy?
Overview: Sylvester McCoy tells his remarkable life story on screen. He explores his youth growing up in Dunoon, his training to be a priest, and how he made the jump from working in the city of London to a life of performance. There are the adventures in the Ken Campbell Roadshow, his journeys around the world, and – of course – his life as the universe’s most famous Time Lord in Doctor Who, and his time in Middle Earth across The Hobbit movies. Sylvester also candidly tells the story of losing his father just before he was born, his mother’s mental health battles, and growing up with family members in the absence of his parents.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
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The Airzone Solution
1993-01-01
The Airzone Solution
Overview: The Airzone Solution takes place in a future Britain where pollution has reached a point where the populace must often wear filtration masks when they venture outside. AirZone, a powerful corporation, signs a lucrative deal with the government to deal with the problem. The public is told that AirZone plans to build giant filtration plants to clean the atmosphere, but environmentalists are skeptical, especially when people begin dying and disappearing around AirZone facilities.
Genres: Science Fiction Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1993-01-01
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Doctor on Display: Blackpool 2
2023-09-02
Doctor on Display: Blackpool 2
Overview: In 1995, David Boyle founded the Doctor Who Experience in Llangollen, Wales. When it closed in 2003, he didn’t give up and moved north to Blackpool to open another exhibition there! This time it was his venture, organized and run by him and it was the biggest DOCTOR WHO exhibition ever – with both old and new series exhibits from the programme! In this film we pay tribute to both the exhibition and DAVID BOYLE… one of DOCTOR WHO’s greatest advocates!
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-09-02
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Doctor Who: Dimensions in Time
1993-11-27
Doctor Who: Dimensions in Time
Overview: All of the Doctor's incarnations are in crisis when The Rani creates a time-loop in the East-end of London in this 30th Anniversary Special.
Genres: Science Fiction Adventure TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1993-11-27
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The Christmas Candle
2013-11-22
The Christmas Candle
Overview: Deep in the heart of the English countryside lies the enchanting village of Gladbury. Legend has it every 25 years an angel visits the village candlemaker and touches a single candle. Whoever lights this candle receives a miracle on Christmas Eve. But in 1890, at the dawn of the electric age, this centuries old legend may come to an end.
Genres: Drama Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-11-22
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The Seventeenth Kind
2014-07-01
The Seventeenth Kind
Overview: Black comedy scifi about a washed up TV presenter who doesn't let small things like alien invasions stop him from broadcasting.
Genres: Comedy Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-07-01
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The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot
2013-11-23
The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot
Overview: With the 50th anniversary of Doctor Who about to film, the "classic" Doctors Peter Davison, Colin Baker and Sylvester McCoy are keen to be involved. But do they manage it?
Genres: Comedy TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-11-23
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Talking Doctor Who
2023-11-01
Talking Doctor Who
Overview: As part of the sixtieth anniversary celebrations of Doctor Who, David Tennant time-travels back through the BBC archives to tell the story of the Doctor’s classic era.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-11-01
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Doctor Who: The Hartnell Years
1991-06-03
Doctor Who: The Hartnell Years
Overview: Documentary about the era of the first doctor, William Hartnell. It includes the pilot version of An Unearthly Child that was never broadcast. Hosted by Sylvester McCoy
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-06-03
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Sylvester McCoy Uncut
2023-08-21
Sylvester McCoy Uncut
Overview: SYLVESTER McCOY - The 7th DOCTOR WHO! Percy James Patrick Kent-Smith AKA Sylvester McCoy, first gained prominence as an active comedian, performing impressive theatrical stunts. Having established a solid acting career, he went on to play the seventh incarnation of the Doctor in long-running sci-fi TV series DOCTOR WHO from 1987 to 1989 - the final lead actor of the original 'Classic Series - briefly returning to pass the torch in the 1996 movie, documented in the video-diary film BIDDING ADIEU. Since then he has also portrayed key fantasy roles such as Radagast in The Hobbit series, and Igor in The Munsters (2022), the prequel film by Rob Zombie.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-08-21
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Myth Makers 28: Sylvester McCoy
1994-05-25
Myth Makers 28: Sylvester McCoy
Overview: How can a personality like Sylvester McCoy be contained within the format of Myth Makers? Point the camera at him and say ‘Action!’ During a non-stop trek around the location for the Doctor Who story Battlefield, Sylvester gives us a hysterical history tour of his life and career. As always, Nicholas Briggs is there to ask the questions – but this time he’s so enthralled by Sylvester’s incredible story that he has to rely on emergency questions supplied by his Ace production assistant Sophie Aldred! And which famous, splendid, military fellow from Doctor Who awaits the team at journey’s end for a pint?
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1994-05-25
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Then & Now
2001-02-01
Then & Now
Overview: In the 1980’s US public television station New Jersey Network produced some groundbreaking documentaries about DOCTOR WHO following the programme’s huge success in America. Doctor Who – Then & Now was made in 1987. Presented by Eric Luskin and recorded in the NJN studios it features unique interviews with Terry Nation talking about the creation of the Daleks and Patrick Troughton discussing his portrayal of the Second Doctor.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-02-01
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My Doctor Who Diary
2002-12-25
My Doctor Who Diary
Overview: It seemed like a great idea! Yee Jee recording a video diary during his first signing tour of the UK. But after a gruelling flight over and jumping into a car to be at Memorabilia the same day – all he wanted to do was sleep, not record a diary! But he stuck with it, through signings, two long studio sessions with Big Finish, and finally a photo call at Battlefield with Sylvester McCoy! During all this, Yee Jee managed to record a highly personal video diary of his trip…
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-12-25
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The Munsters: Return to Mockingbird Lane
2022-09-27
The Munsters: Return to Mockingbird Lane
Overview: A behind-the-scenes look at the production of Rob Zombie's The Munsters (2022). Included as a special feature on the blu-ray.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-09-27
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Doctor Who: The Day of the Doctor
2013-11-23
Doctor Who: The Day of the Doctor
Overview: In 2013, something terrible is awakening in London's National Gallery; in 1562, a murderous plot is afoot in Elizabethan England; and somewhere in space an ancient battle reaches its devastating conclusion. All of reality is at stake as the Doctor's own dangerous past comes back to haunt him.
Genres: Science Fiction Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-11-23
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Bug-Eyed Monsters Invade the Earth!
2022-10-07
Bug-Eyed Monsters Invade the Earth!
Overview: Fans of an obscure Canadian TV series embark on a location bus tour. When the bus breaks down in a junkyard, this band of misfits find themselves at the centre of a real alien invasion - can their childhood hero help them save the planet?
Genres: Science Fiction Adventure Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-10-07
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Doctor Who: 24 Carat
2021-01-21
Doctor Who: 24 Carat
Overview: Several investors visit Melanie Bush to propose business ventures, and a mysterious old friend returns....
Genres: Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-01-21
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Punk Strut: The Movie
2016-01-01
Punk Strut: The Movie
Overview: A feature-length tribute to the age and spirit of Punk, which begins as a gentle ramble through the pasture of popular culture and spirals into a story of comic absurdity. 30 years after the release of his cult record 'Punk Strut' Kevin Short has assembled the original musicians to record a new kicking version of the track, and to mark the event, Richard Gibson becomes Rik Shaw once again to present a wild and highly entertaining rockumentary of Kevin Short and His Privates 30th year reunion. In the process, they explore the world of punk today, and meet some of the surviving bands and fans. Mixing documentary, music, and fiction, the film also looks at the reality of punks approaching their sixties.
Genres: Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-01-01
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The Inspector Chronicles
2012-09-10
The Inspector Chronicles
Overview: The Inspector is an immortal time traveler who traverses the farthest reaches of time and space, accompanied by his trusted Associates. Along the way, they solve mysteries, help the helpless, and do battle with various and dastardly foes.
Genres: Comedy Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-09-10
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The PanoptiCon Tapes
1990-01-01
The PanoptiCon Tapes
Overview: 1. The Main Event - What are PanoptiCons like to organise? What do the fans think of them? What do the stars think of the fans? All this, and there’s still time for a liberal sprinkling of stories from the production team! However, you’ll see lots of other personalities from other eras as we stop along the way to look at particular aspects of the programme.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1990-01-01
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The PanoptiCon Tapes II
1990-01-02
The PanoptiCon Tapes II
Overview: 2. The Early Years - The stars and production team give a unique insight into Doctor Who from its beginning with William Hartnell to Patrick Troughton’s portrayal of the Doctor. However, you’ll see lots of other personalities from other eras as we stop along the way to look at particular aspects of the programme.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1990-01-02
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The PanoptiCon Tapes III
1990-01-03
The PanoptiCon Tapes III
Overview: 3. The Pertwee Years - We take an in-depth look at the Jon Pertwee era, which has been featured more thoroughly at PanoptiCons than any other. Experience the special mix that made this period one of the most popular in Doctor Who’s history. However, you’ll see lots of other personalities from other eras as we stop along the way to look at particular aspects of the programme.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1990-01-03
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The PanoptiCon Tapes IV
1990-01-04
The PanoptiCon Tapes IV
Overview: 4. The JNT Years - Peter Davison and Colin Baker’s portrayals of the Doctor conceded with one of the most controversial periods of the programme’s history. Was the programme as good as it used to be… or just different? What did the production staff, both past and present, think? However, you’ll see lots of other personalities from other eras as we stop along the way to look at particular aspects of the programme.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1990-01-04
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The PanoptiCon Tapes V
1990-01-05
The PanoptiCon Tapes V
Overview: 5. Dragonfire - How is a Doctor Who story made? Cast and crew from the Doctor Who story Dragonfire got together at Panopticon IX in a lively and sometimes hilarious discussion which covers every aspect of the making of a television programme. However, you’ll see lots of other personalities from other eras as we stop along the way to look at particular aspects of the programme.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1990-01-05
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The PanoptiCon Tapes VI
1986-12-01
The PanoptiCon Tapes VI
Overview: 6. Panopticon VII - 1986 was the 10th Anniversary of the DWAS and for the first time professional cameras were there to record the event. This special production includes highlights from the convention, home movies from early Panopticons (featuring Tom Baker and Patrick Troughton) and the reminiscences from organisers, actors and production staff about the early days of fandom. However, you’ll see lots of other personalities from other eras as we stop along the way to look at particular aspects of the programme.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1986-12-01
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Spellbreaker: Secret of the Leprechauns
1996-10-19
Spellbreaker: Secret of the Leprechauns
Overview: Fairyhill Ireland is a place filled with mysteries and legends,Leprechauns and Magic. And for an American Kid like Mike Dennehy, it's a world of wonderous adventure. Vacationing in Fairyhill for the summer, Mike makes friends with a fascinating group of rather unlucky leprechaunsby Nula, Queen of the Dead - an unbelievably beautiful and sinister witch. can the Queen destroy centuries of Leprechaun power? Will evil triumph? Gather up your lucky charms(you'll need them!) and get ready for Spellbreaker, the adventure of Mike's lifetime... and yours!
Genres: Family Fantasy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-10-19
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Dracula
1979-07-20
Dracula
Overview: Romanticized adaptation of Bram Stoker's 1897 classic. Count Dracula is a subject of fatal attraction to more than one English maiden lady, as he seeks an immortal bride.
Genres: Horror Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1979-07-20
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The Zero Imperative
1994-01-01
The Zero Imperative
Overview: Former UNIT luminary Liz Shaw and her assistant Bayliss are investigating a series of bizarre murders, all committed near a soon-to-be-closed psychiatric hospital. When the hospital is unexpectedly reprieved by rich Industrialist Peter Russell events seem to move out of Liz's control. Are the incumbent director of the clinic, Doctor Dove and his predecessor Doctor O'Kane harboring the killer? What is the centuries-old horror hidden in the grounds? And what exactly is the secret of room zero?
Genres: Science Fiction Action Adventure Crime Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1994-01-01
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Hangover in Death Valley
2018-12-06
Hangover in Death Valley
Overview: Two Las Vegas entertainers find themselves in a mysterious town whose occupants may be cannibals. Re-cut version of the film Eldorado (2012).
Genres: Adventure Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-12-06
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Ian Levine: Downtime Redux
2013-11-18
Ian Levine: Downtime Redux
Overview: An extended version of the 1995 film, 'Downtime', filmed in July 2011 and starring Sylvester McCoy. Created for Ian Levine's personal use, he released the opening two minutes onto YouTube in November 2013. Sylvester McCoy was heavily persuaded not to take part by friends, however agreed when he was paid before filming started. He deeply regrets taking part, as it was low-budget and he had to read his lines from cue cards.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-11-18
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Christmas with Strangers
2021-11-26
Christmas with Strangers
Overview: A behind-the-scenes documentary about the making of the Scottish Indie feature film Lost at Christmas (2020). The stars and filmmakers take us on their journey from script to screen as the world braces itself for a global pandemic.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-11-26
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Doctor Who: Battlefield
1989-09-27
Doctor Who: Battlefield
Overview: Knights from a parallel universe arrive on Earth to find the legendary sword Excalibur. Only the Doctor and Ace, with the assistance of Brigadier Lethbridge-Stewart, can save the Earth from total catastrophe.
Genres: Fantasy Science Fiction TV Movie Action Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-09-27
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Doctor Who: The Curse of Fenric
1989-11-15
Doctor Who: The Curse of Fenric
Overview: The Doctor and Ace arrive at a secret military base during World War II, where an ancient evil from the Doctor's past prepares to make his final deadly move. As hideous vampires rise from the sea and Russian commandoes begin to close in, they are confronted not only with a mystery from the distant past but also a terrifying vision of mankind's future...
Genres: Horror Science Fiction Action Adventure TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-11-15
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Dead Before They Wake
2025-01-07
Dead Before They Wake
Overview: Nightclub bouncer Alex is tasked with tracking down a young girl snared by a sex trafficking network.
Genres: Crime Drama Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2025-01-07
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Doctor Who: A New Dimension
2005-03-26
Doctor Who: A New Dimension
Overview: Documentary lead-in to the premiere episode of the 2005 revival of Doctor Who. Features cast interviews, behind the scenes footage, and a look at the Doctor's past.
Genres: Documentary Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-03-26
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Big Jim and the Figaro Club
1979-06-24
Big Jim and the Figaro Club
Overview: In the early 1950s 'College' comes down from Cambridge to work for the summer with his old mates on the buildings - only to find a seething passion gripping the Figaro Club.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1979-06-24
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Doctor Who: Survival
1989-12-06
Doctor Who: Survival
Overview: Ace returns to Perivale to visit her friends, only to find they have been abducted to an alien planet by a race called the Cheetah People who were shown the way to Earth by the Master. The Doctor must find a way off the planet before they all succumb to its savage influence.
Genres: Science Fiction Action Adventure TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-12-06
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Eldorado
2012-01-30
Eldorado
Overview: The Stranger, a tall striking creature dressed in white sets into motions a series of events whilst reciting the Edgar Allen Poe Poem "Eldorado", which will have an effect on those heading towards the mythical city.
Genres: Comedy Horror Western
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-01-30
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Ghostlands
1996-01-01
Ghostlands
Overview: British horror television movie from 1996.
Genres: TV Movie Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-01-01
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The Apocalypse Box
2024-08-01
The Apocalypse Box
Overview: Piers Stonesmith, right-wing politician, aims to "Keep Britain British." On election eve, he gathers 6 strangers to unlock a wish-granting box. Ella, his spin doctor, faces chaos, scandal, and temptation with the mysterious "Apocalypse Box."
Genres: Horror Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-08-01
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Doctor Who: Dragonfire
1987-12-07
Doctor Who: Dragonfire
Overview: As trouble brews on the space trading colony of Iceworld, the Doctor and Mel encounter their sometimes-ally Sabalom Glitz and a new friend who goes by the name "Ace".
Genres: Science Fiction Drama Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-12-07
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Doctor Who: Delta and the Bannermen
1987-11-16
Doctor Who: Delta and the Bannermen
Overview: The Doctor and Mel go for a holiday trip to Shangri-La aboard a Nostalgia Tours bus, only to get dragged into the battle against genocide of their fellow passenger Delta, a Chimeron Queen fleeing from the Bannermen who wish to make her species extinct.
Genres: Science Fiction Drama Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-11-16
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Doctor Who: Time and the Rani
1987-09-28
Doctor Who: Time and the Rani
Overview: The Rani has returned with another malicious scientific scheme. Taking advantage of the post-regenerative trauma the recently regenerated and unstable Doctor is going through, she hopes to achieve control of an approaching asteroid composed entirely of strange matter. Can the Doctor figure out he is being used for the Rani's evil experiment, and what is behind the door the Rani won't allow him past?
Genres: Science Fiction Drama Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-09-28
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Doctor Who: Ghost Light
1989-10-18
Doctor Who: Ghost Light
Overview: The Doctor takes Ace on an initiative test to a strange Victorian old house where she is forced to confront her darkest fears.
Genres: Science Fiction Drama Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-10-18
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Doctor Who: The Greatest Show in the Galaxy
1988-12-14
Doctor Who: The Greatest Show in the Galaxy
Overview: The Doctor and Ace head for the Psychic Circus on the planet Segonax, where they meet a disparate group of performers and visitors, including a self-centred explorer named Captain Cook, his companion Mags and a biker known as Nord.
Genres: Science Fiction Drama Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1988-12-14
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Doctor Who: Silver Nemesis
1988-12-07
Doctor Who: Silver Nemesis
Overview: The arrival of a mysterious comet heralds impending danger from enemies both old and new. As Ace helps the Doctor defend Earth, she is confronted with a dangerous question..."Doctor Who?"
Genres: Science Fiction Drama Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1988-12-07
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Doctor Who: The Happiness Patrol
1988-11-16
Doctor Who: The Happiness Patrol
Overview: The TARDIS arrives on the planet Terra Alpha, where the Seventh Doctor and Ace discover a society in which sadness is against the law - a law enforced zealously by the brightly uniformed Happiness Patrol. The planet is ruled by Helen A with the aid of her companion, Joseph C, and her carnivorous pet Stigorax, Fifi.
Genres: Science Fiction Drama Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1988-11-16
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Doctor Who: Remembrance of the Daleks
1988-10-26
Doctor Who: Remembrance of the Daleks
Overview: London, 1963: The Doctor returns to the place where it all began — alongside his latest companion, Ace, with unfinished business. Not for the first time, unusual events are unfolding at Coal Hill School. At 76 Totter's Lane, the Doctor discovers that his oldest foes — the Daleks — are on the trail of stolen Time Lord technology that he left on Earth long ago. The Daleks are planning to perfect their own time-travel capability, in order to unleash themselves across the whole of time and space.
Genres: Science Fiction Drama Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1988-10-26
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Stranger than Fiction
1994-01-01
Stranger than Fiction
Overview: Gary Russell of Marvel Comics' Doctor Who Magazine investigates the world of BBV. In a relatively short space of time and with relatively small amounts of money, Bill Baggs has produced a series of videos which have a special appeal for Doctor Who fans. Stranger Than Fiction looks at the development of BBV's production techniques, through story, rehearsal and shooting. There's a chance to discover the origins of the scripts, as well as to see lost scenes from the Stranger videos and The AirZone Solution. This fascinating behind the scenes story is told with revealing, on the spot Hi-8 footage, together with exclusive star interviews.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1994-01-01
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Stranger than Fiction 2: From Script to Screen
1995-01-01
Stranger than Fiction 2: From Script to Screen
Overview: In the second "Stranger Than Fiction" documentary, Mark Gatiss explores the three latest BBV productions; "The Terror Game", "Breach of the Peace" and "The Zero Imperative", from the writers perspective. Using behind-the-scenes Hi-8 footage, outtakes and interviews with Colin Baker, Jon Pertwee, Sylvester McCoy and Nick Briggs, this fascinating documentary examines the script from initial beginnings, through character and narrative development to its eventual realisation on the screen.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1995-01-01
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Bidding Adieu: A Video Diary
1996-04-01
Bidding Adieu: A Video Diary
Overview: In January 1996 filming began on a new episode of Doctor Who set in San Francisco, but shot in Vancouver, Canada. Sylvester McCoy flew out to join the production team to re-create his role as the Seventh Doctor and to hand over to Paul McGann. In this behind-the-scenes video diary, Sylvester gives us a personal account of his final days as the famous Timelord. Reminiscing about the "old days" and drawing comparisons with the experience of working on this latest adventure, he talks to Paul McGann, Daphne Ashbrook (Dr Grace Holloway) from the new production and Anneke Wills (Polly) from the show's past. All shot on Hi-8 camcorder.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-04-01
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The Doctors: 30 Years of Time Travel and Beyond
1995-09-01
The Doctors: 30 Years of Time Travel and Beyond
Overview: More than 30 years have now passed since a certain time traveling police box first materialized on our television screens, and the exploits of its various crews have enthralled audiences ever since. Here is the story of Britain's Number 1 Science Fiction programme told in order of the various actors who have played the Doctor.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1995-09-01
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Leapin' Leprechauns
1995-07-26
Leapin' Leprechauns
Overview: A man tries to build a theme park on top of land that's secretly the home to friendly Leprechauns.
Genres: Fantasy Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1995-07-26
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Slumber
2017-12-01
Slumber
Overview: A sleep doctor tries to protect a family from a demon that feeds on people in their nightmares.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-12-01
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Three Kinds of Heat
1987-06-01
Three Kinds of Heat
Overview: Three friends persecute a gang of criminals from Harlem to the parties of the High Society of London.
Genres: Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-06-01
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Doctor Who: Tales Lost in Time
2011-10-31
Doctor Who: Tales Lost in Time
Overview: Go behind the scenes of Dr Who as never before - and discover the 'lost tales' of the show! Doctors David Tennant, Paul McGann, Peter Davison and Sylvester McCoy are joined in providing insights by Rula Lenska, Simon Pegg, Adam Garcia, John Barrowman, Russell T. Davis and Graham Cole!
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-10-31
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Manilla Envelopes
2006-01-01
Manilla Envelopes
Overview: Also known as The Battersea Ripper, this is a comic crime thriller set in London concerning a young girl's kidnapping and the hapless police and reporters trying to get to the truth. It has never been released to DVD and has only ever had a limited theatrical screening in 2006.
Genres: Crime Comedy Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-01-01
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Do You Have a Licence to Save this Planet?
2001-01-01
Do You Have a Licence to Save this Planet?
Overview: The time traveling Foot Doctor discovers that the Cyberons and Autons are ineffectually trying to invade the Earth yet again. Can he and a helpful salesman save the day or will his arch enemy The Licensor defeat him for good?
Genres: Science Fiction Comedy Fantasy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-01-01
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Adventures in Space and Time
1999-11-13
Adventures in Space and Time
Overview: A documentary on the history of Doctor Who (1963) featuring new interviews with cast and crew, transmitted as part of "Doctor Who Night" on BBC2.
Genres: Documentary Science Fiction TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-11-13
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Davros Connections
2007-11-26
Davros Connections
Overview: Exclusive to this boxset is Brendan Sheppard's new documentary, Davros Connections, which pulls together the whole of the Davros Boxset into a single chronology, as well as being a fascinating documentary in its own right. This is an in-depth look at the history of the Daleks' creator, Davros, as portrayed in both the TV stories from the BBC and in audio adventures from official licensee Big Finish. With actors Terry Molloy, David Gooderson and Peter Miles, producer/director Gary Russell, director Ken Grieve, writers Eric Saward, Ben Aaronovitch, Gary Hopkins and Joseph Lidster. Narrated by Terry Molloy.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-11-26
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The Story of Doctor Who
2003-12-30
The Story of Doctor Who
Overview: Documentary to celebrate the fortieth anniversary of this popular cult sci-fi television series.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2003-12-30
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I Was a Doctor Who Monster!
1996-01-18
I Was a Doctor Who Monster!
Overview: To coincide with a new era for Doctor Who we take a nostalgic look back at the glory days of the programme in a tribute to its unsigned heroes. Ever wondered what it’s like inside a Dalek? How, exactly, of you portray a Fish Person? What was it like recording Doctor Who during its 26 year run? And just how do you get to be a Doctor Who monster? Now you can find out as, for the very first time, we speak to the men and women who ensured we spend out Saturday nights behind the sofa. Their stories are funny, moving, unbelievable and sometimes tragic. Presented by the seventh Doctor, Sylvester McCoy, and containing unique film and newly discovered photographs, this all adds up to an entertaining trip down memory lane – go on treat yourself to a slice of nostalgia!
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-01-18
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Beyond Fear
1997-03-30
Beyond Fear
Overview: The true story of Stephanie Slater, a British estate agent who was kidnapped, raped, and held for ransom by Michael Sams, who imprisoned her in a coffin-like box for eight days.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-03-30
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Where on Earth Is Katy Manning?
1998-01-01
Where on Earth Is Katy Manning?
Overview: By her own admission, Katy Manning is ‘as blind as a bat’ and never knows where she’ll end up. When she suddenly arrived in the UK, Katy was probably as surprised as the rest of us! Determined to thank the legion of Doctor Who fans who had written and supported her during her years abroad, Katy embarked on a whirlwind tour of British conventions and shops before leaving (yet again) for Australia… Along the way bump into Nicholas Courtney, Richard Franklin, John Leeson, Sophie Aldred, Sylvester McCoy, Michael Sheard and other surprise guest stars!
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1998-01-01
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The Owners
2020-08-27
The Owners
Overview: A group of friends think they found the perfect easy score - an empty house with a safe full of cash. But when the elderly couple that lives there comes home early, the tables are suddenly turned. As a deadly game of cat and mouse ensues, the would-be thieves must fight to save themselves from a nightmare they could never have imagined.
Genres: Horror Mystery Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-08-27
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Beauty
2018-01-07
Beauty
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Genres: Music
Original Language: it
Release Date: 2018-01-07
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Lost at Christmas
2020-12-04
Lost at Christmas
Overview: Set in the remote Scottish town of Fort William on Christmas Eve, when life is turned upside down for Jen and Rob. Suddenly finding themselves heartbroken, single and stranded, they team up to try and reach home 100 miles away to be with their families. "Borrowing" Jen’s now ex-boyfriend’s classic car, the pair hit the road, but it’s not long before the weather turns for the worse forcing them to continue their journey on foot.
Genres: Romance Comedy Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-12-04
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The Ken Campbell Roadshow
1971-01-01
The Ken Campbell Roadshow
Overview: The Ken Campbell Roadshow brings entertainment to the streets and pubs of Kirkby New Town.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1971-01-01
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Doctor Who: Paradise Towers
1987-10-26
Doctor Who: Paradise Towers
Overview: The Doctor and Mel visit Paradise Towers, a residential complex that promises a peaceful life to its residents. However, the establishment is far from what its name suggests: A conflict persists among the Kangs, humanesque multicolour beings who gather in opposing gangs based on which colour of the rainbow they bear; killer cleaning robots prowl the halls, and a secret in the complex's basement poses the greatest threat of all.
Genres: Science Fiction Adventure Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-10-26
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Thrill Kill Video Club
1991-01-01
Thrill Kill Video Club
Overview: Four bored serial killers turn to shooting snuff movies and the Thrill Kill Video Club is born. Enter their looney upside down world of comedy, carnage, laughter and mayhem.
Genres: Horror Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-01-01
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You - Story and Glory of a Masterpiece
You - Story and Glory of a Masterpiece
Overview: A docu-film on the history and meaning of the painting Madonna Sistina by Raffaello, painted in 1513. The meaning of Raffaello's masterpiece is told through the eyes of Russian author Vasilij Grossman, who dedicated a short but significant story to the painting in which he reviewed the tragic history of twentieth-century totalitarianisms.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
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Electric in the City
1980-05-23
Electric in the City
Overview: The Mozart Cafe explodes, a city is blacked out, a great newspaper goes to the wall, and a prophet is seen to have feet of clay!
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1980-05-23
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Doctor Who: Death Comes to Time
2002-05-03
Doctor Who: Death Comes to Time
Overview: An animated adventure following the Seventh Doctor as he attempts to stop General Tannis' plans for conquest of the universe.
Genres: Animation Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-05-03
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Doctor Who at the Proms
2024-12-24
Doctor Who at the Proms
Overview: Doctor Who fan favourite Catherine Tate presents a concert of music, monsters and mayhem featuring soundtracks from the iconic series, a specially shot feature for the Fifteenth Doctor and a host of scary aliens as they thrill a packed audience at London's Royal Albert Hall. In a concert like no other in time and space, the much-loved music, performed by the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, is accompanied by specially edited sequences from the series.
Genres: Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-12-24
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The Heartsmith
2025-01-24
The Heartsmith
Overview: An untold bedtime story following the simple life and trade of a Heartsmith who spends his days mending the broken hearts of people suffering from sadness, brought to him by the mysterious Umbrella Man
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2025-01-24
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