Exploring the Sea Devils: The War Between the Land and the Sea
A detailed look at the upcoming Doctor Who spinoff, The War Between the Land and the Sea, and its connection to the Doctor Who universe.
Introduction
The Disney era of Doctor Who is only just beginning, and the franchise is already expanding through spinoffs like The War Between the Land and the Sea. As a science fiction phenomenon, the six-decades-old Doctor Who needs little introduction, but it follows an alien Time Lord who travels through space and time in their TARDIS facing aliens, monsters, and various other intergalactic threats. Ncuti Gatwa assumed the role of The Doctor in late 2023, but the main series is only just the beginning of the new era of Doctor Who. Doctor Who is no stranger to spinoffs, and popular shows like Torchwood and The Sarah Jane Adventures proved that nearly every corner of the Whoniverse was ripe for exploration. The Doctor Who spinoff Tales of the TARDIS has begun a new era of expansion within the franchise, but the horizons are even more vast. The War Between the Land and the Sea is the latest in a swath of announcements about Doctor Who's rapidly expanding TV presence, and it offers a clue to where the series is headed. Based on what is known about the spinoff, it might soon be joined by others very soon.
A Sea Devil in Doctor Who's Legend of the Sea Devils
The Disney era of Doctor Who is only just beginning, and the franchise is already expanding through spinoffs like The War Between the Land and the Sea. As a science fiction phenomenon, the six-decades-old Doctor Who needs little introduction, but it follows an alien Time Lord who travels through space and time in their TARDIS facing aliens, monsters, and various other intergalactic threats. Ncuti Gatwa assumed the role of The Doctor in late 2023, but the main series is only just the beginning of the new era of Doctor Who. Doctor Who is no stranger to spinoffs, and popular shows like Torchwood and The Sarah Jane Adventures proved that nearly every corner of the Whoniverse was ripe for exploration. The Doctor Who spinoff Tales of the TARDIS has begun a new era of expansion within the franchise, but the horizons are even more vast. The War Between the Land and the Sea is the latest in a swath of announcements about Doctor Who's rapidly expanding TV presence, and it offers a clue to where the series is headed. Based on what is known about the spinoff, it might soon be joined by others very soon.
The War Between The Land And The Sea Is Confirmed
Unlike other projects that are speculated about before finally being confirmed, fans found out about The War Between the Land and the Sea almost as soon as the project went into development. The Doctor Who spinoff went into development in early 2024, and thanks to its listing on the FTIA website Productionlist.com, it was rather unceremoniously announced to the world. According to the listing, the project is in pre-production and has been since December 26th, 2023. The FTIA listing is incredibly informative, and according to the site, the spinoff will begin shooting in March 2024, which suggests the writing is most likely completed on the mysterious project. Phil Collinson, Vicki Delow, Julie Gardner, and Jane Tranter are all attached as producers, while Doctor Who stalwart Russell T. Davies is the listed writer. Perhaps most interestingly, the listing reveals that the spinoff will involve the Doctor's old foe the Sea Devils who were recently seen in season 13.
The Doctor flanked by two Sea Devils
The Disney era of Doctor Who is only just beginning, and the franchise is already expanding through spinoffs like The War Between the Land and the Sea. As a science fiction phenomenon, the six-decades-old Doctor Who needs little introduction, but it follows an alien Time Lord who travels through space and time in their TARDIS facing aliens, monsters, and various other intergalactic threats. Ncuti Gatwa assumed the role of The Doctor in late 2023, but the main series is only just the beginning of the new era of Doctor Who. Doctor Who is no stranger to spinoffs, and popular shows like Torchwood and The Sarah Jane Adventures proved that nearly every corner of the Whoniverse was ripe for exploration. The Doctor Who spinoff Tales of the TARDIS has begun a new era of expansion within the franchise, but the horizons are even more vast. The War Between the Land and the Sea is the latest in a swath of announcements about Doctor Who's rapidly expanding TV presence, and it offers a clue to where the series is headed. Based on what is known about the spinoff, it might soon be joined by others very soon.
How The War Between The Land And The Sea Connect To Doctor Who
While the direct connection is unknown at this juncture, the Sea Devils have been a fearsome enemy of the Doctor since the 1970s. Debuting in the 1972 story The Sea Devils, the underwater monsters team up with the Master in a diabolical attempt to retake the surface world after spending millennia beneath the waves. While Jo and the Third Doctor put a stop to the plan, it was clear that the monsters would be back again to vex the Time Lord. However, it wasn't until 2022's 'Legend of the Sea Devils' that the creatures truly had their triumphant second act. The Thirteenth Doctor found herself in ancient China as a pirate crew was besieged by the Sea Devils. The War Between the Land and the Sea won't likely involve the episode's storyline, but will probably be set in the modern day.
Custom image of the Sea Devils, Fifteenth Doctor and the Goblins in Doctor Who
While the direct connection is unknown at this juncture, the Sea Devils have been a fearsome enemy of the Doctor since the 1970s. Debuting in the 1972 story The Sea Devils, the underwater monsters team up with the Master in a diabolical attempt to retake the surface world after spending millennia beneath the waves. While Jo and the Third Doctor put a stop to the plan, it was clear that the monsters would be back again to vex the Time Lord. However, it wasn't until 2022's 'Legend of the Sea Devils' that the creatures truly had their triumphant second act. The Thirteenth Doctor found herself in ancient China as a pirate crew was besieged by the Sea Devils. The War Between the Land and the Sea won't likely involve the episode's storyline, but will probably be set in the modern day.
The War Between The Land And The Sea Story
Though the FTIA listing offered a lot of clues about the spinoff, much is still unknown about the story of The War Between the Land and the Sea. What is known is that the Sea Devils will be making their return once again and that they will likely be in the modern-day UK. The production is slated to be filmed in Wales, which means the countryside might be the site of an invasion. Since it's a spinoff, The War Between the Land and the Sea probably going to concern UNIT, and the Doctor most likely won't be involved.
Though the FTIA listing offered a lot of clues about the spinoff, much is still unknown about the story of The War Between the Land and the Sea. What is known is that the Sea Devils will be making their return once again and that they will likely be in the modern-day UK. The production is slated to be filmed in Wales, which means the countryside might be the site of an invasion. Since it's a spinoff, The War Between the Land and the Sea probably going to concern UNIT, and the Doctor most likely won't be involved.
