Doctor Who: The Legacy Box Set: DVD Review

Doctor Who: The Legacy Box Set: DVD Review

Rating: PG
Released by BBC and Roadshow Home Entertainment

So, the Doctor's 50th anniversary kicks off with a release which is an interesting curio and collection looking at the legacy of the series.

Pulling together the doco 30 Years in The TARDIS, first screened on the BBC in 1993 and the uncompleted Shada, which was canned due to strike action at the Beeb, it's an interesting opening gambit for the year.

The two disc set of Shada has its moments as it pieces together existing footage in a relatively comprehensive way; and the doco is certainly an affectionate and wide ranging piece as to why the show was so popular for so many years.

In terms of the extras, there's a comprehensive if eclectic mix here - from an off the mark interview with a clearly ill Nicholas Courtney to an interesting piece detailing how the strikes aided and hindered Dr Who back in the 80s, they're a good solid mix.

I can't see this release pandering to new fans at all - which is a shame given that a 50th should be all encompassing but it has to be said for the fans of the classic series, it's an absolute must. A collection and insight which is warm and appealing and which sets the tone for the year ahead.

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