Peter Capaldi Gets an All New Sonic Screwdriver

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The ninth season of "Doctor Who" has seen many changes, including the loss of the iconic Sonic Screwdriver. Fans bemoaned the sonic sunglasses, lamenting that they were silly and cursing Moffat for...well, everything. Being the ever-cheeky man that he is, when asked about why he shook things up like that, he basically said "because I can."

We all knew the Screwdriver would return, it was just a matter of when, and that moment came during the season finale, "Hell Bent." After an intense and emotional episode, Whovians were treated to one more little tug at the heart strings, as the Doctor enters the TARDIS and a brand new Screwdriver is waiting in the console for him.

While it was a quick glimpse of the new tool, you can rest assured that we'll be seeing a lot of it in the upcoming Christmas special, along with River's Sonic...trowel. "The Husbands of River Song," airs on Christmas day, so be sure to tune in and let us know what you think!

While you wait, check out this behind the scenes video of Twelfth Doctor, Peter Capaldi, talking about the new Sonic Screwdriver.

-Nowal Massari

SDCC Announces Air Date of 'Doctor Who' Season 9; Releases First Official Trailer

Jenna Coleman, Peter Capaldi and Michelle Gomez
courtesy the Irish Examiner

During the "Doctor Who" panel, in the infamous Hall H of San Diego Comic Con, the official date for the upcoming ninth season was revealed. The new season is set to air on the BBC, Saturday, September 19th.

Peter Capaldi, the Doctor and first time con-goer, was asked by moderator, Chris Hardwick, during the Doctor Who panel if it has been like any other show he's been on before. It's a well documented fact that Peter Capaldi is a long-time Whovian, so his response was quite touching; "It's the only show that's in my bones." He also admitted to getting teary eyed the first time he saw the TARDIS in person when he guest starred alongside David Tennant, in the 2008 episode, "The Fires of Pompeii."

In addition to the release date of the next season, attendees were treated to an exclusive look at the first official season 9 trailer. In it, we see old villains return, new foes arrive and what looks to be a lot of action. Not only are we treated to glimpses of what appear to be Missy and Clara working together, but we're also shown a brief interaction between Capaldi's Twelfth Doctor and Maisie Williams' (Game of Thrones) yet unknown character.

What do you think, Whovians? Are you excited for the new season and do you have any guesses who Maisie Williams will be playing? Let us know your thoughts & theories in the comments!

-Nowal Massari

Steven Moffat Says Ninth Season of 'Doctor Who' Set to Answer a Big Question

"Why this one? Why did I choose this face? It's like I'm trying to tell myself something. Like I'm trying to make a point. But what is so important that I can't just tell myself what I think?"

A seemingly sly implication that Whovians would be receiving an explanation behind the reappearance of Peter Capaldi in the Whoniverse. While that moment never came in his first season as the Doctor, it appears as though it will be addressed in the upcoming season.

For those unfamiliar, Peter Capaldi appeared alongside David Tennant's 10th Doctor in an episode called "The Fires of Pompeii" as the Roman Merchant, Caecilius. He was next seen in Torchwood: Children of Earth, as Home Office permanent secretary, John Frobisher. While Doctor Who is no stranger to reusing actors, Karen Gillan was first seen in "The Fires of Pompeii" before stepping into the TARDIS with Matt Smith, this is the first time in NuWho history that an actor that has previously been on the show has portrayed the Doctor. I emphasize NuWho, because Colin Baker portrayed a Gallifreyan guard before he became the Sixth Doctor.

'Doctor Who' Recap: 'Robot of Sherwood'

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BY NOWAL MASSARI

If there is one thing that "Doctor Who" is not known for, it would be comedy. Sure, there have been laughs throughout the 50 year span of the show, however a straight up funny episode hasn't graced the screens since the 1960s. Until now, that is.

"Robot of Sherwood," penned by the brilliant Mark Gatiss, begins inside the TARDIS. After being told to pick anywhere in time and space to visit, a giddy Clara tells the Doctor that she's always wanted to meet Robin Hood. Trying to dissuade her choice, the Doctor tells her that Robin Hood is just a story and she'll be disappointed. Not even the tiniest bit tempted by the Ice Warrior encampments on Mars, Clara gets her wish as the Doctor sets the TARDIS controls to Sherwood Forrest, 1190AD...ish. To the delight of Clara, and the chagrin of the Doctor, the TARDIS has landed them right next to the Earl of Locksley himself, Robin Hood. He is appears exactly as movies and storybooks have portrayed him; brash, loud and constantly laughing. The Doctor is not a fan and asks Robin if laughing has ever gotten him punched in the face.

'Doctor Who' Recap: 'Deep Breath'

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BY NOWAL MASSARI

After what seemed like a nerd-ternity, the series eight premiere of "Doctor Who" has finally arrived. As with all post-regeneration Doctors, we enter the first episode with a touch of sadness and slight caution. As pointed out by Chris Hardwick and Wil Wheaton on "After Who Live," we nerds are living in a post-Phantom Menace world and we do not like change. However, we always warm to the new Doctor as time goes forward (or backward). So now, hold on to your sonics and take a "Deep Breath."

First Official, Full Length Doctor Who Trailer Released

"Am I a good man?"

As the clock ticks down to the August 23 premiere of "Doctor Who," the BBC is giving Whovians everywhere a peek into where the next season will be headed. With glimpses of old villains, and new, to quote the Doctor himself, this time around we will all be time traveling "into darkness."

Check out the full length trailer below and tell us what you think we can expect from this darker season!



-Nowal Massari

"Doctor Who: the World Tour" to Kick Off in August

Courtesy Mirror Online

Whovians of the world have been preparing for the August arrival of Peter Capaldi's Twelfth Doctor for quite some time. As the moment draws closer, BBC America and BBC Worldwide have announced that "Doctor Who" stars Jenna Coleman and Peter Capaldi will be taking the TARDIS on a whirlwind, seven city, five continent "world tour" to promote the new season!

"Doctor Who: the World Tour" kicks off on August 7 in Cardiff, with Capaldi and Coleman also be stopping in London, Seoul, Sydney, New York, Mexico City, and ending on August 19 in Rio de Janeiro.

'Doctor Who' Returning in August

Courtesy Doctor Who Official Twitter

Hear that sound in the distance? Could it be? After an eight month hiatus, the TARDIS is returning!

The official Twitter account for "Doctor Who" announced earlier this morning that the popular series will be hitting BBC One in August, along with a teaser photo that features the silhouette of new Doctor, Peter Capaldi, inside of the TARDIS.

A short while later, they also linked followers to the first teaser "trailer" for the upcoming series eight. Check it out below and stay tuned for all the latest info!

-Nowal Massari

Peter Capaldi is Announced as the Twelfth Doctor

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The clock officially struck Twelve today, with the BBC announcing Peter Capaldi as the Twelfth Doctor.

Previously thought to be the front runner for the role, the choice seems to be wildly popular thus far amongst Whovians across the globe.

Capaldi, is no stranger to the Whoniverse either. He previously guest started as Caecilius, along with former companion, Karen Gillan ("Amy Pond") in the 2005 episode "Fires of Pompeii." He also appeared in an episode of Doctor Who spin-off, Torchwood, in 2006.

At 55, Capaldi is the oldest person to play the Doctor in the newest set of Doctors, and is the same age as the First Doctor, William Hartnell, when he began the show 50 years ago.

Fans have have been seeking a return to an older incarnation for quite some time now, having grown tired of the love stories that seem to plague younger versions of the Doctor. With Capaldi stepping into the role, those concerns could be a thing of the past. However, we all know that time can be rewritten and first things first don't necessarily have to happen in that order.

The 50th anniversary special will air on November 23, and Whovians receive their bittersweet Christmas gift when they say a final "Geronimo!" to Matt Smith during the Christmas special.

-Nowal Massari

The Twelfth Doctor Will Be Revealed This Sunday

Earlier today, U.K. magazine Radio Times announced that at 7:01 p.m. EST, the BBC would be making a "time-and-space-shattering" announcement regarding Doctor Who. Could they finally be announcing who the Twelfth Doctor will be?

As of now, the next regeneration of Gallifrey's last Time Lord is a complete mystery. According to DoctorWhoNews.net however, it seems that Peter Capaldi (In the Thick of It, World War Z) is looking like the number one contender for Number 12.

Some Whovians out there have expressed that they are tired of the love stories that seem attached to a younger incarnation of the Doctor, and that they'd like to see a return to an older version, like First Doctor, William Hartnell, or even high spirited Tom Baker as the Fourth Doctor.

Well, friends and fellow Whovians, our curiosity will be quelled ... just not today!

The next Doctor will be announced during a live special this Sunday afternoon, August 4, 2 p.m. ET/11:00am PT, live on BBC AMERICA and BBC One (7:00pm BST) in the UK.

The special will be hosted by Zoe Ball and will feature previous Doctors, companions and special celebrity Whovians, all leading up to the big reveal of the Twelfth Doctor.

According to the press release, "Current Doctor Matt Smith and lead writer and executive producer Steven Moffat will both give interviews in the special."

-Nowal Massari