Doctor Who: The Visitation

1982Movie1 h 40 min

72
GoodGoodWatch score

A nostalgic, hopeful drama movie about the future and history.

Good for family movie night · friends night · kids

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Not for tears or romance.

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Story

In 17th century England, the Doctor and itinerant thespian Richard Mace uncover a plot by a crew of criminal Terileptils to wipe out humanity.

Feels like

  • Classic Sci-Fi
  • Time Travel Adventure
  • Historical Setting
  • Alien Invasion
  • British Television
  • Family-Friendly
  • Charming Low-Budget SFX
  • Quintessential Doctor Who

Cast

Crew

Directed by
Peter Moffatt
Written by
Eric Saward

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Facts

February 23, 1982 · 1 h 40 min · Violence

Released
February 23, 1982
Runtime
1 h 40 min
Content
Violence
Genres
Drama, Action, Adventure, Science Fiction, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is Doctor Who: The Visitation worth watching?"

Questions about Doctor Who: The Visitation

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Doctor Who: The Visitation worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72.

Is Doctor Who: The Visitation okay for kids?

Violence

Yes: its content advisories are violence, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Can I half-watch Doctor Who: The Visitation?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.

Will I feel good after watching Doctor Who: The Visitation?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 6 for wholesome.