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Doctor Who Rediscovered: A Guide to Finding and Watching the Lost Episodes

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Doctor Who, The Devil's Planet - Nicholas Courtney as Bret Vyon, William Hartnell as The Doctor, Adrienne Hill as Katriana and Peter Purves as Steven

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  • Exciting news for Doctor Who fans as two long-lost episodes, ‘The Nightmare Begins’ and ‘Devil’s Planet’, are set to premiere on BBC iPlayer this Friday at 6 am GMT, according to Tech Advisor.
  • Originally part of the ‘The Daleks’ Master Plan’ series from 1965-1966, these episodes feature William Hartnell as the Doctor and were rediscovered by the charity Film is Fabulous!, providing a rare treat for classic Doctor Who enthusiasts.
  • The episodes were found in a private collection and generously donated to the BBC Archives by the charity, creating a buzz among fans eager to delve into the show’s rich history.

Following Ncuti Gatwa’s departure from Doctor Who in May 2025, the future of the beloved series remains uncertain. However, fans can look forward to a journey back in time to explore the origins of the iconic Time Lord.

Mark your calendars for Good Friday, 3 April 2026, at 6 am GMT, as BBC iPlayer will release the long-lost episodes ‘The Nightmare Begins’ and ‘Devil’s Planet’ from the third series of Doctor Who, known as ‘The Daleks’ Master Plan’ originally aired in 1965-1966.

During this era, William Hartnell portrayed the Doctor, accompanied by Peter Purves as Steven Taylor. The episodes also feature Nicholas Courtney as Bret Vyon, Adrienne Hill as Katarina, and Kevin Stoney as Mavic Chen, with the script penned by Terry Nation.

The discovery of these episodes is credited to the diligent work of Film is Fabulous!, a charitable organization dedicated to preserving cinematic history. Unearthed from a private collection, these episodes have been entrusted to the BBC Archives, allowing fans a unique opportunity to witness a piece of Doctor Who’s legacy.

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