The War Games in Color: Reviewing the Restored & Shortened Second Doctor Story | Earth Station Who Podcast

July 25th, 2025  |  Season 13  |  1 hr 10 mins

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On this episode of The Earth Station Who podcast, the crew is joined by Doctor Who author and commentator Matthew Kresal to take a fresh look at the newly restored and colorized version of the classic Second Doctor story, The War Games. With enhanced visuals and a shortened runtime, this reimagined version of the iconic 10-part Doctor Who serial offers a modern perspective on a pivotal chapter in Time Lord history. We discuss Patrick Troughton’s legendary performance, the creative choices behind the restoration and edits, and how the BBC is reintroducing classic stories to new audiences. A must-listen for fans of classic Doctor Who, Second Doctor adventures, and BBC restoration projects.