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Action packed and under the sea: New Doctor Who spin off set to wow TV viewers

Action packed and under the sea: New Doctor Who spin off set to wow TV viewers

Summary

A new Doctor Who spin-off series, "The War Between the Land and the Sea," features Russell Tovey as the lead character and focuses on the Sea Devils, an ancient species, posing a threat to Earth. The series will explore themes related to the real world and features significant action scenes with advanced special effects. The show is crafted by Russell T Davies and marks the end of a Disney+ partnership that helped fund its production.

Key Facts

  • The new spin-off is called "The War Between the Land and the Sea."
  • Russell Tovey plays the main character, Barclay.
  • The Sea Devils, an ancient species, are the main antagonists.
  • The series is set in the Doctor Who universe but stands alone.
  • Gugu Mbatha-Raw plays the character Salt, leader of the Sea Devils.
  • The series includes advanced special effects and detailed prosthetics.
  • It is co-written and produced by Russell T Davies.
  • The show marks the end of a Disney+ production partnership.

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