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Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner (2019): Cast

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Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner is a 2019 documentary directed by Chris Chapman, starring John Nathan-Turner, Peter Davison and Colin Baker. It runs 1 hour 22 minutes.

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Released
Runtime
1h 22m (82 min)
Director
Chris Chapman
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner About?

The premise of Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner without spoilers.

This insightful documentary explores the career of television producer John Nathan-Turner, with a particular focus on his significant tenure with Doctor Who during the 1980s. The film examines his work on the series until its hiatus after the Season 26 story ‘Survival’. Featuring rare archival footage and commentary from colleagues and those who knew him, it offers a fascinating portrait of a complex and influential figure in television production, revealing a life filled with both professional triumphs and personal challenges.

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Cast & crew

Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner Cast

John Nathan-Turner leads the cast, with Peter Davison and Colin Baker. Directed by Chris Chapman; 13 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Chris Chapman

More films directed by Chris Chapman: Darkness & Light: The Life of Graham Williams, Fantastic Beasts: A Natural History, Our Sarah Jane – The Life of Elisabeth Sladen and Whose Doctor Who: Revisited.

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Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner?

Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner runs 1 hour 22 minutes (82 minutes).

When was Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner released?

Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner was released on November 23, 2019.

Who directed Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner?

Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner was directed by Chris Chapman.

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Who is in the cast of Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner?

Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner stars John Nathan-Turner, Peter Davison and Colin Baker, among 13 credited actors.

Does Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner have a post-credit scene?

No. Showman: The Life of John Nathan-Turner has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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