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Doctor Who: The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe

2011 · 59m · Released

PG Science Fiction, Drama

It's Christmas Eve, 1938, when Madge Arwell comes to the aid of an injured Spaceman Angel as she cycles home. He promises to repay her kindness - all she has to do is make a wish.

7.0 The Movie Database

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Top cast and crew

Farren Blackburn Director
Matt Smith The Doctor
Karen Gillan Amy Pond
Arthur Darvill Rory Williams
Claire Skinner Madge Arwell
MC Maurice Cole Cyril Arwell
Holly Earl Lily Arwell
Alexander Armstrong Reg Arwell
SS Sam Stockman Co-Pilot
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Where can I watch Doctor Who: The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe in the United States?

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What are the ratings for Doctor Who: The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe?

Doctor Who: The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe scores 7.0 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Doctor Who: The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe?

Doctor Who: The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe stars Matt Smith, Karen Gillan, Arthur Darvill, Claire Skinner, and Maurice Cole. Farren Blackburn is the director.

How long is Doctor Who: The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe?

Doctor Who: The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe runs 59m.

When did Doctor Who: The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe come out?

Doctor Who: The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe was released on December 25, 2011.

Which studio made Doctor Who: The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe?

Doctor Who: The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe was produced by BBC Cymru Wales in the United Kingdom.

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