Darkness & Light: The Life of Graham Williams

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Graham Williams
Graham Williams

Self (archive footage)

Darrol Blake
Darrol Blake

Self

Maev Alexander
Maev Alexander

Self

Paul Seed
Paul Seed

Self

Philip Hinchcliffe
Philip Hinchcliffe

Self

Louise Jameson
Louise Jameson

Self

Tom Baker
Tom Baker

Self

John Leeson
John Leeson

Self

Robert Shearman
Robert Shearman

Self

Laura June Hudson
Laura June Hudson

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    Family and colleagues remember the Doctor Who producer. In 1977, Birkenhead-born first-time producer Graham Williams took over one of the BBC’s most famous shows, Doctor Who. His turbulent three years in the role saw clashes with star Tom Baker, budgetary nightmares and catastrophic industrial action – but also the highest viewing figures the programme has ever achieved. Graham died in 1990, aged just 45, leaving behind a wife and three young children. In this intimate new film, Graham’s family, friends and colleagues look back on a life of darkness and light.

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    2024-03-18

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