
The BBC have confirmed that a special ninety minute drama has been commissioned to mark the 50th Anniversary of Doctor Who.
An Adventure in Space and Time will tell the story of the genesis of Doctor Who since its first broadcast on 23 November 1963.
Exploring all aspects of the longest running science fiction series to date,
the special one off 90 minute drama will also look at the many personalities involved in bringing the series to life.
Written by
Mark Gatiss , it is Executive Produced by current Doctor Who showrunner Steven Moffat and Caroline Skinner.
The single drama was commissioned by Ben Stephenson Controller, Drama and Janice Hadlow, Controller of BBC TWO.
Mark Gatiss, Writer, said: