Myth Makers 43: William Hartnell

Synopsis

As the very first Doctor, William Hartnell created the character that made Doctor Who a success. No other actor made such a lasting contribution to the programme or influenced it so greatly. In this special Myth Makers, Nicholas Briggs meets William’s friends, colleagues and family and explores the personality of this shy, complex and private man. With contributions from William Russell, Carole Ann Ford, Maureen O’Brien, Peter Purves, Verity Lambert, Michael Craze, Anneke Wills, Donald Tosh, Christopher Barry and a revealing interview with Jack Pitt, who was an extra in Doctor Who and shared William’s flat in London. Also featured is Jessica Carney, who has written a biography of the grandfather’s life titled Who’s There? This is not just a Myth Makers tribute… it’s almost a chance to meet the man himself.

Main Cast

Nicholas Briggs

Age : 62 | Popularity : 8%

William Russell

Age : 99 | Popularity : 8%

Carole Ann Ford

Age : 83 | Popularity : 3%

Maureen O'Brien

Age : 80 | Popularity : 5%

Peter Purves

Age : 85 | Popularity : 3%

Verity Lambert

Age : 71 | Popularity : 3%

Michael Craze

Age : 56 | Popularity : 3%

Anneke Wills

Age : 82 | Popularity : 5%

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Directing	Director	Keith Barnfather
Department	Role	Name

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