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Doctor Who: The War Doctor: 5. A Thing of Guile Part 1/2

The War Doctor

5. A Thing of Guile Part 1/2

BBC Radio 4 Extra - Doctor Who, The War Doctor, 5. A Thing of Guile Part 1/2

The War Doctor is officially a war criminal. But  Cardinal Ollistra needs his skills.

The War Doctor is officially a war criminal. But Cardinal Ollistra needs him in her fight against the Daleks. Stars John Hurt.

The Daleks are developing a secret weapon on Asteroid Theta 12.  It is imperative that their plans are uncovered. 

Cardinal Ollistra has her hands full studying the range of ancient and mysterious armaments the universe has to offer, but she makes it a personal mission to investigate the Dalek project. 

On this dangerous assignment, there is one particular Time Lord she wants at her side - and he will be accompanying her whether he wants to or not. 

John Hurt stars as The War Doctor.

Written by Phil Mulryne.

The War Doctor .... John Hurt .
Cardinal Ollistra …. Jacqueline Pearce
Co-ordinator Jarad .... Jamie Newall
Captain Solex .... Robert Hands
Commander Trelon …. Oliver Dimsdale
Navigator Valis …. Laura Harding

The Daleks voiced by Nicholas Briggs

Original music written by Howard Carter.

Artwork by Tom Webster

Director: Nicholas Briggs

A Big Finish production.

Doctor Who: The War Doctor

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John Hurt plays the Time Lord battling his nemesis, the Daleks, in the Time War.

John Hurt plays the Time Lord battling his nemesis, the Daleks, in the Time War. He must also be wary of the machinations of the Gallifreyan High Council, led by Cardinal Ollistra.

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