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An insightful, intelligent and entertaining book that explores some of the most prominent political themes present in the Doctor Who TV series - Themes explored include Nuclear Annihilation, Feminism, Colonialism, Environmentalism, Scientific Responsibility, and Transhumanism - Series 15 aired on the BBC and Disney Plus in 2025 This book demonstrates that cultural icon Doctor Who is, always has been, and always should be, a political narrative. As this much-loved science-fiction show, now in its 62nd year, continues to entertain audiences around the world, some people have complained that the writing, themes and presentation are too political. But, claims Lizbeth Myles, Doctor Who has always explored important and controversial political issues, and it is vital that it continues to do so. This insightful, intelligent and entertaining book looks back at some of the most prominent political themes that the series has tackled over the decades - including Nuclear Annihilation, Feminism, Colonialism, Environmentalism, Scientific Responsibility, and Transhumanism - the historical context in which they has been framed, and how the messaging has changed in different eras of the show's history.
Lizbeth Myles is an award-winning podcaster, writer, and editor. She's a three time Hugo award finalist: she was nominated twice for her work on the Verity! podcast, and once for editing the Doctor Who essay anthology Chicks Unravel Time. She's written Doctor Who and Blake's 7 for Big Finish and the BBC, and contributed articles to SFX and Doctor Who Magazine. She lives in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland.