...How can anybody be critical of Sylvester McCoy's portrayal of Doctor Who (STARLOG #134). particularly since he has only been on one season? Like anyone else who has played the Doctor since Patrick Troughton took over for William Hartnell in 1966, Sylvester needs to stretch his wings. John Nathan-Turner cannot be entirely at fault either—if he were, he wouldn't have lasted as the show's producer as long as he has (eight years—longer than any other producer).
Also, according to a Doctor Who Magazine (June 1988) poll on the 24th season, Sylvester McCoy, despite one season under his belt, tied for third place (with Peter Davison) as the fans' Favorite Doctor (each had 84 votes—had each had one more vote, they would've been tied with Jon Peewee for second. First place. I need not mention who has that). Not bad for a beginner. Also, he seems to improve with each episode (for Favorite Episode—"Time and the Rani," 95 votes; "Paradise Towers", 100; "Delta and the Bannermen", 144; and "Dragonfire", 258). Give him a chance please. If nothing else, this man will be remembered as the Doctor who led TV's longest running SF series into its silver jubilee year, which will send a departing JN-T out in a blaze of glory.
Ann McIntosh
4615 N. Braeswood #212D
Houston, TX 77096
I must say that Sylvester McCoy is fantastic as the Doctor. I watch reruns on PBS, and to me there will never be anyone who will be able to replace Tom Baker. But I have seen a few new episodes and they are fantastic. Sylvester McCoy, congratulations on a fabulous job.
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Glenda D. McGrath
501 Hudson Drive
Labrador City, Newfoundland
A2V 1L8 Canada
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