Worlds Within: The Life of Ian Marter

About Worlds Within: The Life of Ian Marter

On the day we welcome Peter Davison to the festival, Doctor Who fans will also be able to see a new documentary which explores the short but extraordinary life of Doctor Who’s Ian Marter.

In 1974, Ian Marter was cast as Harry Sullivan, opposite Tom Baker and Elisabeth Sladen, in a new era of Doctor Who. Marter was meant to be the show’s action man, but just months prior to joining, his erratic health nearly caused his death. This new feature-length documentary explores in intimate detail Marter’s turbulent, enigmatic and brilliant life.

Please note: tickets are free of charge, but booking is essential.

Booking info

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Duration includes trailers, adverts and any Q&A/panel. For events such as NT Live, Colour Box and Reel & Meal there will be minimal advertising. We do not admit latecomers after the main feature has started and we have a limited food & drink policy.

MAC’s cinema programme has been generously supported by BFI Film Audience Network and Film Hub Midlands.

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