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Actors that have been in both Star Wars and Doctor Who

Both Star Wars and Doctor Who have their devoted fanbases. With Doctor Who, a TV fixture for 56 years (counting the 16 years between series runs), it has seen 13 lead actors and countless supporting actors in a constantly changing cast. Just about anybody who’s anybody in England has appeared in Doctor Who in some capacity.

Star Wars has been at the forefront of pop culture for over 40 years (counting the 16 years between the classic films and the prequels). At the very least, just about every actor associated with the galaxy far far away can find fans at a comic-con or sci-fi convention.

But what of those who have had roles in both Star Wars AND Doctor Who? Believe it or not, there are several names on that list. And some of them may really surprise you!

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Big Finish’s 20th Anniversary Doctor Who Story: The Legacy Of Time

Big Finish celebrates 20 years of Doctor Who Stories

Big Finish is celebrating 20 years of original Doctor Who stories in the most “Doctor Whoish” way. Not only does The Legacy Of Time feature six (count ’em SIX) incarnations of the famous Time Lord, but it also has companions from both the old and new series. It’s a multi-generational mash-up that can only be done by Big Finish.

Tom Baker, Peter Davison, Colin Baker, Sylvester McCoy, and Paul McGann all reprise their respective Doctors, while Tim Treloar replaces the late great Jon Pertwee. Some of the familar supporting characters include Ace, Leela, Jo Grant, Osgood, Kate Stewart, and of course River Song.

The six CD set (?!?!) is currently available, but is limited to 4,000 copies. An MP3 edition is available for immediate download. Both are available at Big Finish’s site.

Examining The Doctor #69: Shada

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Geekville Radio Presents Examining The Doctor: Shada

Examining the Doctor is back after two years, and we wanted to come back with a doozy of a show. This episode is devoted to the infamously incomplete story Shada from 1979. This was meant to be the final story for Season 17, but due to strikes and politics, production halted after a few days.

The BBC finally released a complete reconstructed version using animated sequences to fill the missing scenes. The result is a mashup of live action and animation that would only seem to fit in Doctor Who.

Join Mark and Seth as they bring their signature blend of knowledge and humor to arguably the most popular story to never get broadcast. Written by Douglas Adams, Shada stars Tom Baker as The Fourth Doctor, Lalla Ward as Romana, and Christopher Meade as the villainous Skagra

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Examining The Doctor: Logopolis Part Four

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It is the end, but the moment has been prepared for. Logopolis was the historic final story for The Fourth Doctor, as well as the first story to fully feature Anthony Ainley’s incarnation of The Master. Join Mark and Seth as they bring their signature blend of knowledge and humor to the finale of The Tom Baker Era.

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Examining The Doctor: Logopolis Part Two

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Join Mark and Seth as they bring their signature blend of knowledge and humor to one of the most iconic Doctor Who stories of all time with Part Two of Logopolis. Hear history behind the TARDIS console, and behind the scenes stories you may not hear anywhere else!

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Examining The Doctor: Logopolis Part One

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Geekville Radio presents audio commentary for one of the most essential Doctor Who stories of all time. Join Mark and Seth as they bring their signature blend of knowledge and humor to 1981’s Logopolis. The story is widely regarded and must-see Doctor Who, as it is infamously the final story for the legendary Fourth Doctor, Tom Baker. It also introduces Janet Fielding as new companion Tegan Jovanka.

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The Ark In Space Part Four Examined

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Doctor Who: The Ark In Space Commentary

Part Four of the epic Tom Baker story The Ark In Space. Noah, having been completely transformed into a Wirrn, begins his takeover of The Ark. The Doctor, Harry, Sarah, and Vira desperately try to save the station. Mark and Seth return to provide their unique blend of knowledge and humor on this finale of one of the greatest Doctor Who stories of all time.

The Ark In Space Part Three Examined

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Examining The Doctor #29 – The Ark In Space Part Three

Part Three of the epic Season 12 story The Ark In Space starring Tom Baker as The Fourth Doctor. The Doctor hatches a plan to save the space colony from the evil Wirrn. Join Mark and Seth as they provide insight and a few jokes into one of the greatest Doctor Who stories of all time!

The Ark In Space Part Two Examined

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Part Two of the epic Season 12 story The Ark In Space starring Tom Baker as The Fourth Doctor. The Wirrn begin infecting the space station as The Doctor begins to formulate his plan. Join Mark and Seth as they provide insight and a few jokes into one of the greatest Doctor Who stories of all time.

The Ark In Space Part One Examined

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This week, Examining The Doctor looks at The Ark In Space, starring Tom Baker as The Fourth Doctor. Relive The Wirrn, the recurring corridors, and of course GREEN BUBBLE WRAP! Also hear why this is one of the all time great stories, not just in Doctor Who but science fiction in general.