Ever since 1963, science fiction fans have been thrilled by the time-traveling adventures of the British television series "Doctor Who." Leading the show is an alien hero, known simply as the Doctor, ...

Fans typically fall in love with whichever actor plays the Doctor at any time, which means whoever is chosen to replace them often has huge shoes to fill. Any new Doctor’s first on-screen story ...

William Hartnell had been known for playing military roles before joining Doctor Who as the titular Time Lord, and he brought some of this regimental and disciplined personality to the role. His first ...