The Science of Doctor Who
Documentary · Science Fiction · TV Movie
Overview
Like all great science fiction shows, there are kernels of truth and nuggets of science fact scattered throughout the incredible ‘Doctor Who’ universe. In this special, we are going to explore these dynamic ‘Doctor Who’ moments where science fiction and science fact converge and mingle.
Top Cast


Dallas Campbell
Dallas Campbell
Dallas Campbell


Chloe Dykstra
Chloe Dykstra
Chloe Dykstra


Maggie Aderin-Pocock
Maggie Aderin-Pocock
Maggie Aderin-Pocock


Michio Kaku
Michio Kaku
Michio Kaku


Steven Moffat
Steven Moffat
Steven Moffat


Scott Adsit
Scott Adsit
Scott Adsit


Jim Al-Khalili
Jim Al-Khalili
Jim Al-Khalili


Alison Haislip
Alison Haislip
Alison Haislip


Natalie Morales
Natalie Morales
Natalie Morales


Godfrey
Godfrey
Godfrey
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