S10E01Doctor Who season 10 episode 1: The Pilot
Aired 15 April 201750 minRated TV-PG
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What happens in “The Pilot”
Two worlds collide when the Doctor meets Bill. A chance encounter with a girl with a star in her eye leads to a terrifying chase across time and space. Bill’s mind is opened to a universe that is bigger and more exciting than she could possibly have imagined – but who is the Doctor, and what is his secret mission with Nardole on Earth?
Episode summary: TMDB.
Before you watch
- It is the season premiere of season 10.
- It runs about 50 minutes.
- Directed by Lawrence Gough, written by Steven Moffat.
- TMDB users rate it 7.1 out of 10 (77 votes).
Doctor Who trailer
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Cast and crew of this episode
- Director
- Lawrence Gough
- Writer
- Steven Moffat
- Guest stars
- Jennifer Hennessy as MoiraStephanie Hyam as HeatherRosie Jane as Bill's Mum (uncredited)Nicholas Briggs as Daleks (voice)
Credits: TMDB.
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