Season 9 UK Limited Release
Season 9 UK Standard Release
Doctor Who The Collection: Season 9 is a Blu-ray set released on March 20th, 2023 and is the third season of the Jon Pertwee era to release as part of The Collection range. This release features Time and Atlantis - a look back at the making of The Time Monster, Michael E Briant at the Helm - a profile on the director of The Sea Devils among other Pertwee stories, Location, Location, Location: Season 9 - a return to the locations of Day of the Daleks, The Sea Devils and The Mutants with Katy Manning, The Fell Guy - a profile on regular stunt actor Stuart Fell, five episodes of Behind the Sofa, surround sound on The Sea Devils, reconstructed omnibus editions of Day of the Daleks and The Sea Devils, archive material and features previously available on DVD.
The UK Standard Edition came out on February 3rd, 2025.
In Region A, the release is named Jon Pertwee: Complete Season Three. It was released on July 11th, 2023.
Disc 1: Day of the Daleks[]
- Commentary: Commentary by Anna Barry (Anat), Jimmy Winston (Shura), Barry Letts (producer), Terrance Dicks (script editor), Mike Catherwood (vision mixer). (2011)
- Blasting the Past: Cast and crew look back on the making of this story. With actors Katy Manning, Jimmy Winston and, Anna Barry, producer Barry Letts, script editor Terrance Dicks, monster maker John Friedlander, Dalek operator Ricky Newby, Dalek voice artiste Nicholas Briggs, classic series writer Ben Aaronovitch, new series writer Paul Cornell and Doctor Who Magazine writer Dave Owen. (30'34" | 16:9 | 2011)
- A View from the Gallery: Producer Barry Letts and vision mixer Mike Catherwood talk about the art of vision mixing on a multi-camera studio show like Doctor Who. (20'02" | 16:9 | 2011)
- Now And Then: A visit to the locations used in Day of the Daleks to see how they have changed over the years. Narrator: Toby Hadoke. Thanks to: Richard Bignell, Andre Meyer, BBC Written Archive. Executive Producer: Dan Hall. Producer: Steve Broster. (5'23" | 16:9 | 2011)
- Blue Peter: Presenter Peter Purves remembers his time as a companion and is joined in the studio by a trio of Daleks, broadcast 25 October 1971. (4'48" | 4:3 | 1971)
- Behind the Sofa: with Michael E Briant and Katy Manning; Sophie Aldred and Wendy Padbury; and Peter Davison, Janet Fielding and Sarah Sutton. (31'53" | 16:9 | 2023)
- Sunday Best: Radio 4 interview with Terry Nation, broadcast 6 February 1972. (9'20" | 1972)
- Free Thinking: Radio 3 discussion about the Daleks, broadcast 14 July 2022. (43'16"| 2022)
- Trails and Continuity: (1'23" | 4:3 | 1972)
- Photo Gallery: Presented in HD. (11'12" | 16:9)
- Production Subtitles: Text commentary by Richard Bignell providing cast details, script development and other information related to the production of this story. Revised and updated for this release.
- PDF Archive: Production documents, scripts, The Dr Who Annual 1973 & Radio Times cuttings available to view in PDF format.
Disc 2: Day of the Daleks - Special Edition[]
- Day of the Daleks Omnibus: 60 minute omnibus edit broadcast 3 September 1973 on BBC1. (60'19" | 4:3 | 1973)
- The Making of Day of the Daleks - Special Edition: Producer Steve Broster guides us through the creation of his Special Edition of this story. With voice artiste Nicholas Briggs, audio engineer Mark Ayres, cameraman John Kelly, Dalek builder Toby Chamberlain, UNIT soldier Kevan Looseley and Ogron Nick Nicholson. Assistant Producer: Stella Broster. Executive Producer: Dan Hall. (13'35" | 16:9 | 2011)
- The UNIT Dating Conundrum: Over the years, many fans have tried to rationalise the chronological setting of the UNIT stories from clues within the narrative, despite the obstacles seemingly put in their way by the production team. Narrator Toby Hadoke explains why dating the stories is so difficult, assisted by Terrance dicks, Dave Owen, Nicholas Briggs and Ben Aaronovitch. Narrator: Toby Hadoke. Music Composed By: Dudley Simpson, arranged and performed by Mark Ayres. Camera: Robert Fairclough. Sound: Ian Braznell. Colourist: Jonathan Wood. Thanks To: John Kelly, Richard Molesworth, Mark Ray, Steve Roberts, Ed Stradling, Paul Vanezis. Assistant Producer: Stella Broster. Executive Producer: Dan Hall. Producer: Steve Broster. (9'04" | 16:9 | 2011)
- The Cheating Memory: Special Edition producer Steve Broster tries to discover why the reality of Day of the Daleks doesn’t quite live up to the memory he has of first seeing it, aged six. With psychologist Dr Sarita Robinson, Nicholas Briggs and Ben Aaronovitch. Thanks To: Peter Crocker, Michael Dinsdale, Robert Fairclough. Assistant Producer: Stella Broster. Executive Producer: Dan Hall. Producer: Steve Broster. (8'26" | 16:9 | 2011)
- Monstercon II Convention Footage: Featuring Richard Franklin and Nicholas Courtney. Filmed 1 November 1986. (42'18" | 4:3 | 1986)
- Special Edition Teaser Trailer: A short teaser trailer released at the start of production on the Special Edition. (0'20" | 4:3 | 2011)
Disc 3: The Curse of Peladon[]
- Audio Commentary: Commentary by Katy Manning (Jo Grant), Barry Letts (Producer), Terrance Dicks (Script Editor), Chris D'Oyly-John (Production Assistant), Toby Hadoke (Moderator). (2010)
- The Peladon Saga - Part One: Cast and crew recall the making of both Peladon stories in this two part documentary from John Kelly. Part one opens with a look at the socio-political climate in the UK in the early seventies and its influence on the storylines. With actors Katy Manning, Donald Gee, Nina Thomas and Ralph Watson, producer Barry Letts, script editor Terrance Dicks, production assistant Chris D'Oyly-John, sound designer Brian Hodgson, visual effects designer Peter Day, costume designer Sylvia James and make-up supervisor Elizabeth Moss. Narrated by David Hamilton. (23'25" | 16:9 | 2009)
- Jon and Katy: Looking back at one of the most fondly remembered Doctor/Companion pairings in the show's history - Jon Pertwee's Third Doctor and Katy Manning's scatty UNIT agent, Jo Grant. With Katy Manning, Barry Letts and Terrance Dicks. (7'08" | 16:9 | 2010)
- Storyboard Comparison: Comparing visual effects designer Ian Scoones's hand-drawn storyboards for the story's opening sequence with the finished version as seen on screen. (2'18" | 4:3 | 2010)
- Behind the Sofa: with Michael E Briant and Katy Manning; Sophie Aldred and Wendy Padbury; and Peter Davison, Janet Fielding and Sarah Sutton. (30'39" | 16:9 | 2023)
- Audiobook: A 1995 abridged audiobook of The Curse of Peladon Target novelization by Brian Hales, read by Jon Pertwee. (89'42" | 1995)
- Film Sequences: 16mm film sequences from Episode Three. (3'24" | 4:3 | 1972)
- Reverse Standards Conversions: The 2010 RSC restoration of all four Episodes produced for the DVD release. (97'55" | 4:3 | 2010)
- Trails and Continuity: (4'13" | 4:3 | 1972/1982 )
- Production Subtitles: Text commentary by Richard Bignell providing cast details, script development and other information related to the production of this story. Revised and updated for this release.
- Photo Gallery: Presented in HD. (9'30" | 16:9)
- PDF Archive: Production documents, scripts, writer's notes, and Radio Times cuttings available to view in PDF format.
Disc 4: The Sea Devils[]
- Audio Commentary: Commentary by Michael Briant (Director), Barry Letts (Producer), Terrance Dicks (Script Editor), Andrew Cartmel (Script Editor). (2008)
- Surround Sound: Optional 5.1 and Dolby Atmos surround sound mixes, newly produced for this release. (2023)
- Isolated Score: Option to watch all 6 episodes with the full score by Malcolm Clarke.
- Hello Sailor: The trails and tribulations faced during the making of this story are discussed by the cast and production team. Featuring producer Barry Letts, script editor Terrance Dicks, director Michael Briant, actors Katy Manning and Donald Sumpter and stuntman Stuart Fell, along with Royal Navy personnel who appeared as extras during location filming. Narrated by David Cann. Produced by George Williams. (36'39" | 16:9 | 2008).
- 8mm Footage: An amateur cine film shot during location filming at the Royal Naval base by one of the sailors who appeared as an extra. With commentary from director Michael Briant. (3'53" | 4:3 | 1972)
- Nationwide: A report from a school on the day they took delivery of a Dalek, first prize in a Radio Times competition, broadcast 22 February 1972. (3'25" | 4:3 | 1972)
- Behind the Sofa: with Michael E Briant and Katy Manning; Sophie Aldred and Wendy Padbury; and Peter Davison, Janet Fielding and Sarah Sutton. (31'40" | 16:9 | 2023)
- South Today: Excerpt broadcast 19 November 2013. (3'54" | 16:9 | 2013)
- Today: Radio 4 excerpt on children writing Doctor Who stories, broadcast 28 March 1972. (2'09" | 1972)
- Defenders of Earth: Specially filmed trailer for The Collection: Season 9, starring Katy Manning as Jo Grant and written by Pete McTighe. (7'28" | 16:9 | 2023)
- Jon Pertwee Interview: From BBC Radio Solent, broadcast 21 October 1971. (3'52" | 1971)
- Trails and Contunuity: (9'57" | 4:3 | 1972/1974/1992)
- Production Subtitles: Text commentary by Martin Wiggins providing cast details, script development and other information related to the production of this story. Revised and updated for this release.
- Photo Gallery: Presented in HD. (10'45" | 16:9)
- Coming Soon: The Mutants - Previously available on Meglos.
- PDF Archive: Production documents, scripts, The Making of Doctor Who Piccolo book, Fleet Submarine Exhibit Special and leaflet, and Radio Times cuttings available to view in PDF format.
Disc 5: The Sea Devils - Omnibus[]
- Surround Sound: Optional 5.1 and Dolby Atmos surround sound mixes, newly produced for this release. (2023)
- Reverse Standards Conversions: The 2008 RSC restoration of the first three Episodes produced for the DVD release. (63'26" | 4:3 | 2008)
- Location, Location, Location: Season 9: featuring Anna Barry, Michael E Briant, Garrick Hagon and Katy Manning. (42'52" | 16:9 | 2023)
- Michael E Briant - At the Helm: A look at the life and career of one of Doctor Who's most popular characters. (51'46" | 16:9 | 2023)
- The Fell Guy: Stuntman Stuart Fell discusses his extensive career, including favourite appearances in Doctor Who. (26'35" | 16:9 | 2023)
Disc 6: The Mutants[]
- Audio Commentary: Commentary by Katy Manning (Jo Grant) and Garrick Hagon (Ky), Christopher Barry (director), Terrance Dicks (script editor), Bob Baker (co-writer), Brian Hodgson (special sounds supervisor) and Jeremy Bear (designer). Moderated by Nicholas Pegg. (2011)
- Reverse Standards Conversions: The 2011 RSC restoration of the first two Episodes produced for the DVD release. (48'54" | 4:3 | 2011)
- Mutt Mad: Cast and crew look back at the making of the story. With actor Garrick Hagon, producer Barry Letts, director Christopher Barry, co-writer Bob Baker, script editor Terrance Dicks and designer Jeremy Bear. CREDITS: Special Thanks to: Alphaville 2 Studio, Jeremy Bear, Richard Bignell, Derek Handley, Peter Ware, Fran Naish, James Dunlop, Helen Wright; Camera: Mark Thompson; Runner: Katie Storey; Post-Production Runner: Andy Byren; Dubbing Mixer: Peter Groom; Editor: Topher McGrillis; Online Editor: Richard Alderson; Executive Producer: Dan Hall; Produced & Directed by Chris Chapman; A Dene Films Production. Shortened on this release compared to the original DVD. (19'13" | 16:9 | 2011)
- Race Against Time: Noel Clarke narrates a documentary looking at the representation of non-white actors in Doctor Who and on British TV as a whole. With writer and critic Bidisha, writer Stephen Bourne, actor Fraser James, and Doctor Who Magazine's assistant editor Peter Ware. CREDITS: Written by Simon Guerrier; Researcher: Jim Sangster; Special Thanks To: Graeme Burk, Gary Gillatt, Dr. Gemma Romain; Recorded at The Moat Studios; Sound: David Darlington; Colourist: Jonathan Wood; Photo Manipulation: Alex Mallinson; Executive Producer: Dan Hall; Edited & Produced by Thomas Guerrier. (37'38" | 16:9 | 2011)
- Behind the Sofa: with Michael E Briant and Katy Manning; Sophie Aldred and Wendy Padbury; and Peter Davison, Janet Fielding and Sarah Sutton. (30'55" | 16:9 | 2023)
- Trails and Continuity: (1'01" | 4:3 | 1972)
- Production Subtitles: Text commentary by Richard Bignell providing cast details, script development and other information related to the production of this story. Revised and updated for this release.
- Photo Gallery: Presented in HD. (8'04" | 16:9)
- Coming Soon: The Time Monster - Previously available on The Space Museum and The Chase.
- PDF Archive: Production documents, scripts, and Radio Times cuttings available to view in PDF format.
Disc 7: The Time Monster[]
- Audio Commentary: Commentary by John Levene (Sergeant Benton), Susan Penhaligon (Lakis), Barry Letts (Producer), Marion McDougall (Production Assistant), Graham Duff, Phil Ford, Joseph Lidster, James Moran, Toby Hadoke (Moderator). (2010)
- Between Now... and Now!: Professor Jim Al-Khalili looks at the science behind The Time Monster. Featuring interviews with Barry Letts, Katy Manning and Richard Franklin. (23'39" | 16:9 | 2010)
- Behind the Sofa: with Michael E Briant and Katy Manning; Sophie Aldred and Wendy Padbury; and Peter Davison, Janet Fielding and Sarah Sutton. (30'52" | 16:9 | 2023)
- Nationwide: Excerpt featuring the BBC Special Effects Exhibition, broadcast 7 December 1972. (3'26" | 4:3 | 1972)
- Trails and Continuity: (00'37" | 4:3 | 1972)
- Production Subtitles: Text commentary by Richard Bignell providing cast details, script development and other information related to the production of this story. Revised and updated for this release.
- Photo Gallery: Presented in HD. (10'02" | 16:9)
- PDF Archive: Production documents, scripts, and Radio Times cuttings available to view in PDF format.
Disc 8: The Time Monster - Special Features[]
- Reverse Standard Conversions: The 2010 RSC restoration of the first five Episodes produced for the DVD release. (122'51" | 4:3 | 2010)
- DVD Restoration Comparison: A brief 'before and after' comparison of the picture restoration process used on the 2010 DVD release. (3'23" | 4:3 | 2010)
- Time and Atlantis: A making-of documentary newly produced for this release. Featuring Katy Manning, John Levene, and more. Hosted by Toby Hadoke. (50'16" | 16:9 | 2023)
- On the Waterfront: Excerpt with Jon Pertwee, broadcast 6 May 1989. (3'27" | 4:3 | 1989)
- The Panopticon Archive: Interviews with Ingrid Pitt and Terrance Dicks from Panopticon '92. (43'33" | 4:3 | 1992)
- 50th Anniversary Archive: An interview with Richard Franklin at the 50th Anniversary Celebration. (10'14" | 16:9 | 2013)
- Time Clocks: A compilation of all available time clocks for Season 9. (9'27" | 4:3 | 1972)
Missing Bonus Features[]
- The UNIT Family, Part 2 (moved to season 10)
- Warriors of Mars
Original Coming Soon Trailers[]
- Colony in Space (moved to season 8)
- The Masque of Mandragora (moved to season 13, TBC)
- The Time Meddler (moved to season 2)
- The Ark (moved to season 3, TBC)
- The Creature from the Pit (moved to season 17)