Doctor Who: The Legacy Collection

Auntie Beeb has released an interesting box set featuring the incomplete Douglas Adams 'classic' Shada and the 1993 Documentary More than Thirty Years in the Tardis. While the Shada story is simply a transfer from VHS to DVD, both items offer various extras. Additionally, if you play these discs on your computer or Mac, you can access even more bonus content. More than Thirty Years in the Tardis also includes additional extras compared to its VHS release. Although there isn't one standout highlight, if you're a Doctor Who enthusiast, this release is a must-have.

Great value for money - this DVD offers an intriguing story idea and a significant moment in Doctor Who history. The narration seamlessly blends into the story, allowing me to fully enjoy it. Despite having watched numerous Doctor Who stories repeatedly, this one feels refreshingly new. While some elements may seem silly (like the man in silver stacked heels), there are also plenty of Time Lord references that I always appreciate. Tom Baker delivers an excellent performance as always, and Lalla Ward looks stunning in her outfit. K9 has a minimal role, but that doesn't detract from the overall enjoyment. The DVD extras are interesting, especially the playable animated version of Shada which is quite rare to find. It took me some time to figure out how to play it on my Macbook since it won't work on a DVD player, but it's worth it as Paul McGann's portrayal is equally enjoyable. One of my favorite extras is the touching tribute to Nicholas Courtney, which I found lovely.

I had high expectations for Shada since I had seen it on VHS years ago, and I'm happy to say that it did not disappoint. The interviews included in the DVD were a pleasant surprise, especially the insights into the industrial action that prevented its television broadcast. For those interested, "Shada" is also covered in Jean Marc Lofficer's comprehensive book "Doctor Who Programme Guide- The Complete Guide to every Doctor Who Story." Additionally, I found the bonus content of "More than 30 Years in the Tardis" and the interview with Nicholas Courtney (may he rest in peace) to be enjoyable additions. Despite some incomplete parts, I highly recommend this DVD to fans of the first 7 doctors. It will particularly resonate with older fans like myself who have been following Doctor Who for many years.