Terrance Dicks
Also Known As: Uncle Terrance
Biography: Terrance Dicks was an English author and television screenwriter, script editor and producer. Dicks had a long association with the BBC science-fiction series Doctor Who, which began when he worked as the programme's script editor from 1968 to 1974. Dicks also wrote for the series from the '70s through to the '80s and, at the same time, he penned some 60 odd novelisations of Doctor Who stories for Target Books. In the 1990s, Dicks wrote further original stories in the New Adventures and Missing Adventures range for Virgin. When BBC Books bought the rights to Doctor Who in the late '90s his novel, The Eight Doctors, was the first to be released.
Department: Writing
Place of Birth: East Ham, London, England, UK
Adult: No
Birthday: May 10, 1935
Age: 90 years old
Gender: Male
Deathday: August 29, 2019
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Life on Earth
Overview: A documentary about the making of Terror of the Autons. Actors Katy Manning and Richard Franklin, both of whom made their debuts in this story, recount the production with the help of Jon Pertwee (through an archive interview), Script Editor Terrance Dicks and Producer Barry Letts who, along with new series Producer Phil Collinson, discuss how the series' production regimes differed between the new series and the old.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-05-09
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The Doctor's Moriarty
Overview: With the introduction of the Master, the Doctor now had his very own Moriarty, who would be the dark figure behind every story in Season 8, and many more beyond that. This documentary discusses the enduring appeal of the character.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-05-09
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Who is Tom Baker? Unauthorised
Overview: The Doctor is everyone’s favourite Time Lord. And Tom Baker is everyone’s favourite Doctor. With his manic grin, his wild hair and his mile long scarf, Baker became the definitive Doctor. His wicked sence of humour and naturally gentle personality added whole new dimensions to the character. This video includes a highly revealing interview with Baker that’s never been seen on television or video. Margarita in hand, he soaks up the California sunshine and talks openly about his time as the Doctor.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-06-01
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Doctor Who and the Third Man
Overview: A retrospective documentary on the tenure of Jon Pertwee as the Third Doctor in the show Doctor Who.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-07-08
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Lust in Space
Overview: Doctor Who travelled with the most gorgeous girls in the Cosmos. But was there any Lust in Space? Doctor Who is on trial - and the charge is sexism! The scene is set, the witnesses called. We expose Doctor Who’s final taboo! It’s everything you wanted to know about sex (in Doctor Who) but were afraid to ask!
Genres: Documentary Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1998-05-28
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ReUNITed at Chicago Tardis
Overview: It was a operation worthy of UNIT itself… bringing The Brigadier (Nicholas Courtney), Captain Yates (Richard Franklin) and RSM Benton (John Levene) back together again at Chicago TARDIS. In this production we tear through the red tape to cover the convention and also talk to Katy Manning, Jon Pertwee, Terrance Dicks, Gary Russell, J. Jeremy Bentham and many more about the secret behind UNIT’s success.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-11-12
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Hello Sailor!
Overview: Cast and crew discuss the making of The Sea Devils, from the television series Doctor Who.
Genres: Science Fiction Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-01-14
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Panopticon Genesis
Overview: On August 6th 1977, the world’s first Doctor Who convention was held in a church hall in Battersea, South London. Organised by The Doctor Who Appreciation Society (DWAS), Convention ’77 was ground breaking, featuring star appearances from the, then, current Doctor Tom Baker with his latest assistant Louise Jameson and former Doctor Who Jon Pertwee. Together with autograph sessions, a display of props, a visual FX lecture by Mat Irvine and talks by Terrance Dicks and producer Graham Williams, this convention set the tone for the future and led directly to the legendary DWAS PanoptiCons of the 1980s and 90s. 40 years later, stars, guests, fans and organisers returned to the church hall to reminiscence about that special day … what they expected and what they experienced. Also, to evaluate its importance … what it started … and what it led to!
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-05-12
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Panopticon Destiny – The Matrix Files
Overview: On August 6th 1977, the world’s first DOCTOR WHO convention was held at a church hall in Battersea, South London. Organised by The Doctor Who Appreciation Society (DWAS) , Convention ’77 was ground breaking – featuring sta appearances from the (then) current Doctor Tom baker with his latest companion Louise Jameson (Leela) and former Doctor Jon Pertwee. 40 years later, stars, fans and organisers returned to the church hall to reminisce about that special day! In this second volume celebrating the anniversary, we feature a convention panel with organiser Keith Barnfather, contributor Kevin Davies and attendee Andrew Beech, held at another DWAS event The Capitol II on the 7th May 2017.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-05-07
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The Making of Shakedown: Return of the Sontarans
Overview: Climb aboard the HMS Belfast and enter Pinewood Film Studios for a fascinating and humorous insight into the making of SHAKEDOWN — Return of the Sontarans. Includes all new interviews with the stars — Jan Chappell, Brian Croucher, Carole Ann Ford, Sophie Aldred, Rory O’Donnell, Toby Aspin and Tom Finnis — writer Terrance Dicks, director Kevin Davies, composer Mark Ayres and much more! PLUS Highlights from Dreamwatch 94'
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1995-01-01
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30 Years in the TARDIS
Overview: A documentary celebrating the 30th anniversary of Doctor Who, featuring new interviews, rare archive footage and recently discovered material.
Genres: Documentary Science Fiction TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1993-11-29
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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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Celebration: Doctor Who in 1983
Overview: Producer Steve Broster takes a look back to 1983 and the celebration of Doctor Who's twentieth anniversary, including the production and transmission of 'The Five Doctors', the media interest and the BBC Enterprises' event at Longleat House. Featuring actors Peter Davison, Elisabeth Sladen, Nicholas Courtney, Mark Strickson, Janet Fielding, Carole Ann Ford, John Leeson, Richard Franklin and Caroline John, writer Terrance Dicks, director Peter Moffatt, visual effects designer Mike Kelt, new series writers Paul Cornell and Gareth Roberts, prominent fans Andrew Beech, Ian Levine, Richard Molesworth and James Goss. Presented by Colin Baker.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-03-03
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Who's Who
Overview: Produced for American Public Television, this documentary on the long-running Doctor Who television series features interviews with actors and actresses who played the traveling companions of the Time Lord hero and with three actors, Jon Pertwee, Peter Davison, and Colin Baker, who portrayed the title character, as well as footage of a U.S. fan convention where Tom Baker, appeared and answered questions. The fan backlash against the 1985-6 hiatus for the series and the finding of some previously lost Jon Pertwee era episodes are addressed, and this documentary closes with some on-the-street interviews with British viewers, who tell who their favorite Doctor is.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1986-08-13
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A Dandy and a Clown: The Life of Jon Pertwee
Overview: This exclusive documentary looks at the life and career of Jon Pertwee. With contributions from actors Katy Manning, Judy Cornwell, David Jacobs, Geoffrey Bayldon and Kenneth Earle, Doctor Who writer and script editor Terrance Dicks and long-time friend Stuart Money.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-07-15
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Terrance Dicks: Fact & Fiction
Overview: With a writing career spanning 6 decades, this special documentary looks at Terrance Dicks' work for books and television, with contributions from many of his friends and colleagues. Featuring contributions from Terrance Dicks, Barry Letts, Christopher Barry, Louis Marks, Eric Saward, Paul Cornell, Peter Darvill-Evans and Brenda Gardner.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-01-17
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Whose Doctor Who
Overview: Melvyn Bragg presents this 1977 documentary about Doctor Who from BBC2's 'The Lively Arts' strand, featuring extensive behind-the-scenes coverage of the making of The Talons of Weng-Chiang and looking back at the history of the programme and its psychological impact on the viewers, particularly children.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1977-04-03
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Built for War: The Sontaran Story
Overview: The genesis and development of the Sontaran race through the history of the series, as told by some of the actors and production team involved. This specially produced documentary includes contributions from Terrance Dicks, Elisabeth Sladen, Anthony Read, Colin Baker, Nicola Bryant, Bob Baker, Eric Saward and Stuart Fell.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-10-09
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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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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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Carnival of Monsters
Overview: A look at the various monsters that have appeared in Doctor Who.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-11-13
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The Dalek Tapes
Overview: A look at the appearances of the Daleks and Davros in the classic Doctor Who era.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-04-10
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The Elusive David Agnew
Overview: The Elusive David Agnew was a BBC documentary looking at David Agnew. It was released on the DVD of The Invasion of Time and featured interviews with Terrance Dicks and Anthony Read.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-05-05
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Second Time Around: The Troughton Years
Overview: Writers, directors, actors and other people associated with Doctor Who discuss Patrick Troughton's time as the Second Doctor, from his first appearance at the end of The Tenth Planet to his final appearance in The War Games.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-07-02
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The Perfect Scenario: Lost Frontiers
Overview: In the far future, the remaining population of an oxygen-depleted planet Earth lies in enforced stasis in The Field of Dreams. Looking for ideas to help him re-connect to his captive audience, Zed, a young scenariosmith, turns to the world of Doctor Who for inspiration...
Genres: Comedy Science Fiction Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-10-05
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The Perfect Scenario: The End of Dreams
Overview: Continuing his search for inspiration, Zed resumes his studies of twentieth-century television's Doctor Who. What he finds will have a profound effect...
Genres: Comedy Science Fiction Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-10-05
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Are Friends Electric?
Overview: This documentary examines Tom Baker's introduction as the Doctor and the making of his first story, Robot.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-06-04
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The K-9 Files
Overview: Several key production personnel look at the making of K-9 and Company: A Girls Best Friend, plus K-9's subsequent life in books and comic strips is examined and explored.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-06-16
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Warriors of Mars
Overview: A brief history of the Ice Warriors in Doctor Who by the people who designed and brought them to life.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-01-18
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Roger Delgado: The Master
Overview: A biography of actor Roger Delgado, featuring previously unseen photographs, rare excerpts from his many BBC TV appearances and interviews with those who knew and loved him.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-10-05
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Rogue Time Lords
Overview: A potted history of the many errant Gallifreyans to have appeared in the show.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-09-24
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Shades of Grey
Overview: The War Games saw the end of black-and-white Doctor Who. This documentary examines the artistic limitations - and advantages - of monochrome.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-07-06
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The Doctors: The Jon Pertwee Years Behind the Scenes Vol 1
Overview: Presented by “voice of the Daleks” Nicholas Briggs, these six documentaries are the best in-depth interviews with: Barry Letts, Terrance Dicks, Don Houghton, Christopher Barry and Paul Bernard plus actors Anna Barry, Damaris Hayman, Terence Lodge and Valentine Palmer, ever undertaken.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-07-12
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Plastic Fantastic
Overview: How did the writers of Doctor Who and other programmes take something as everyday as plastic and turn it against us?
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-05-09
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