The BBC have released an image from the first episode of Doctor Who Series 8 starring Peter Capaldi and Jenna Coleman - click on the image above for a bigger version. Deep Breath, the first installment of the new series, airs on August 23 worldwide and has a running time of 75 mins (approx.). It receives a world premiere on Aug 7 in Cardiff, though tickets have now sold out for the event.
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Also announced today is the casting of comedian, actor and broadcaster
Sanjeev Bhaskar (pictured, right) who joins the cast of the
Doctor Who Series 8 finale. Speaking about the role, Bhaskar said: “I’m thrilled to have made a small contribution to and now be part of the
Doctor Who universe. Another dream box ticked!”
Current showrunner Steven Moffat added: “I’m completely thrilled that Sanjeev Bhaskar is coming to the aid of the Doctor. The danger is never deadlier than in a finale episode, and the Time Lord is going to need all the help he can get!”
Thanks to BBC Pictures
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