Doctor Who: Kinda
Synopsis
The TARDIS lands on the idyllic jungle world of Deva Loka, which is being surveyed for possible Earth colonisation. Deva Loka is already home to a race of apparent savages, however: a mysterious people with strange powers which have mentally unbalanced the members of the expedition. To make matters worse, an ancient enemy of the natives known as the Mara is intent upon revenge, and latches onto Tegan's mind as its bridgehead to victory.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Grimwade
- Screenplay & Story
- Christopher Bailey, Eric Saward
- Original Score
- Peter Howell
- Original Title
- Doctor Who: Kinda
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Grimwade
Christopher Bailey, Eric Saward
Peter Howell
Steve Murray
John Nathan-Turner
Department Leadership Roster
Christopher Bailey
Writer
Peter Grimwade
Director
Steve Murray
Editor
Barbara Kidd
Costume Design
Malcolm Thornton
Production Design
Peter Howell
Original Music Composer
John Nathan-Turner
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Doctor Who: Kinda
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What is Doctor Who: Kinda about?
The TARDIS lands on the idyllic jungle world of Deva Loka, which is being surveyed for possible Earth colonisation. Deva Loka is already home to a race of apparent savages, however: a mysterious people with strange powers which have mentally unbalanced the members of the expedition. To make matters worse, an ancient enemy of the natives known as the Mara is intent upon revenge, and latches onto Tegan's mind as its bridgehead to victory.
Who directed Doctor Who: Kinda?
Doctor Who: Kinda was directed by Peter Grimwade.
Who stars in Doctor Who: Kinda?
The principal cast of Doctor Who: Kinda includes Peter Davison, Matthew Waterhouse, Sarah Sutton, Janet Fielding, Richard Todd.
When was Doctor Who: Kinda released and how long is it?
Doctor Who: Kinda was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Doctor Who: Kinda?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Doctor Who: Kinda was composed by Peter Howell.