Doctor Who: Planet of the Dead
Watch TrailerA meeting in a London bus with jewel thief Lady Christina takes a turn for the worse for the Doctor when the bus takes a detour to a desert-like planet, where the deadly Swarm awaits.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2009 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Genre | Science Fiction, TV Movie, Thriller, Fantasy, Mystery |
| Director | James Strong |
| Runtime | 59 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.5/10 (219 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The episode constructs a brisk adventure, relying on the classic 'Doctor Who' formula of an impossible journey, an eccentric companion, and a race against time. Director James Strong works with the stark contrast between familiar London and the alien desert to heighten the isolation and peril.
What lingers after is a compact, entertaining tale of survival and an unlikely alliance, buoyed by the sparkling chemistry of David Tennant and Michelle Ryan. It's a satisfying, fleet-footed romp that captures the spirit of the Tenth Doctor's era. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: James Strong
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