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Lost Doctor Who Episodes Return to BBC in 2026!

3/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The BBC will broadcast two previously lost Doctor Who episodes, "The Nightmare Begins" and "Devil's Planet," in April 2026 as part of the arc "The Daleks' Master Plan."
The episodes were recovered from a collection donated to Film Is Fabulous!.
The episodes feature the First Doctor, William Hartnell, and Steven Taylor, played by Peter Purves.
The episodes will be free on BBC iPlayer after a screening on April 4, 2026.

History

Historical Context

In 1970, the BBC began producing Doctor Who in color, marking a significant shift in television history. However, many episodes, including early Doctor Who stories, were lost due to inadequate preservation efforts. Restoration projects, such as the 2002 recovery of "The Ambassadors of Death," highlight ongoing efforts to reclaim these cultural artifacts, emphasizing the importance of preserving television history for future generations.

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Story summary

The BBC will broadcast two previously lost Doctor Who episodes, "The Nightmare Begins" and "Devil's Planet," in April 2026 as part of the arc "The Daleks' Master Plan."
The episodes were recovered from a collection donated to Film Is Fabulous!.
The episodes feature the First Doctor, William Hartnell, and Steven Taylor, played by Peter Purves.
The episodes will be free on BBC iPlayer after a screening on April 4, 2026.

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