Doctor Who writer hints at potential revival of David Tennant's lost episode

Mark Gatiss, a former writer for Doctor Who, has suggested that his unrealized Tenth Doctor story, known as 'The Suicide Exhibition', may eventually be brought to fruition. As a devoted fan of the show while growing up, Gatiss had the opportunity to contribute to the series by penning numerous episodes, commencing with 'The Unquiet Dead' in 2005, featuring Christopher Eccleston as the Ninth Doctor. His subsequent contributions centered around the Tenth, Eleventh, and Twelfth Doctors, portrayed by David Tennant, Matt Smith, and Peter Capaldi, respectively.

In addition to his work behind the scenes, Gatiss has also made several on-screen appearances. He played the roles of Doctor Lazarus in ‘The Lazarus Experiment’, Danny Boy in ‘Victory of the Daleks’, Gantok in ‘The Wedding of River Song’, and the Captain in ‘Twice Upon A Time’. Furthermore, he has contributed to Doctor Who through his writing and performances in various audio dramas, as well as his creation of the film 'An Adventure in Space and Time' which delves into the show's origins. Despite his extensive involvement, it seems that Gatiss still has unresolved matters with the franchise.

Doctor Who writer teases possibility of resurrecting lost episode

Gatiss is eagerly advocating for the long-awaited release of ‘The Suicide Exhibition’, a Doctor Who episode he penned during David Tennant's tenure as the Time Lord hero of the show. In a recent interview with Radio Times, Gatiss revealed that ‘The Suicide Exhibition’ came close to being produced in the late 2000s but unfortunately never came to fruition.

According to Gatiss, he kept a copy of the unused teleplay 'Suicide Exhibition' after the episode's production stalled. He has been in discussions with Big Finish Productions regarding the possibility of adapting it into an audio drama. Gatiss revealed, "Yes, I still have a copy of the 'Suicide Exhibition' script. Big Finish has shown interest in it. However, things have become quiet now. I am eagerly awaiting that emergency phone call!"

Mark Gatiss talks An Adventure in Space and Time sequel

The English actor and screenwriter, Mark Gatiss, provided Doctor Who fans with insights into the plot and tone of the episode. Describing it as an exciting adventure set during World War II, he explained that he initially considered setting it during the First World War and later decided to involve the Nazis. Gatiss proudly shared that the story takes place in the British Museum and has an Indiana Jones-like quality. Overall, he believes it is an exceptional episode.

Not only does Gatiss want to bring 'The Suicide Exhibition' to fans, but he also expressed his interest in making a sequel to "An Adventure in Space and Time" that focuses on the turbulent time when Colin Baker was the Sixth Doctor. In an interview with Radio Times, Gatiss stated that the show's darkest period would make for an intriguing drama, highlighting the personal and professional conflicts, as well as the resignations. He believes that out of this darkness, a bright future can be found.

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Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z netizen, I grew up watching the rebooted Doctor Who series with David Tennant as the Tenth Doctor. I was thrilled to hear the news that Mark Gatiss, a former writer for the show, is hinting at the potential revival of the long-lost episode featuring David Tennant, titled 'The Suicide Exhibition'.

The fact that Gatiss still has a copy of the unused teleplay and has been in discussions with Big Finish Productions regarding the possibility of adapting it into an audio drama shows his dedication to the project and his passion for the Doctor Who universe.

I am particularly excited about the potential sequel to 'An Adventure in Space and Time', which would focus on the turbulent time when Colin Baker was the Sixth Doctor. This period of the show's history is often overlooked, and I believe it would be fascinating to explore the personal and professional conflicts that were happening behind the scenes. Gatiss's idea of finding a bright future out of this darkness is intriguing, and I can't wait to see how he would bring this story to life.