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Doctor Who: Darkness and Light – The Life of Graham Williams

+ intro by director Chris Chapman

Graham Williams, a first-time producer joined 70s hit TV show Doctor Who at a difficult but glorious time in its history...

  • Director

    Chris Chapman

  • UK 2024. 97min

  • Courtesy of BBC Studios

In 1977, Birkenhead-born first-time producer Graham Williams took over one of the BBC’s most famous shows, Doctor Who. His turbulent three years in the role saw clashes with star Tom Baker, budgetary nightmares and catastrophic industrial action – but also the highest viewing figures the programme has ever achieved. Graham died in 1990, aged just 45, leaving behind a wife and three young children. In this intimate new film, Graham’s family, friends and colleagues look back on a life of darkness and light.

Darkness and Light – The Life of Graham Williams will be released as part of the forthcoming Doctor Who: The Collection - Season 15 Blu-ray.

Tickets on sale Tue 16 Jan from 11:30 to BFI Patrons and Champions, from 12:30 to BFI Members and on general sale from 16:00.

See The Quiz of Rassilon at the BFI.