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The time: 1959. The place: the Shangri-La Holiday Camp, South Wales. The Doctor and Mel want time out.
The hedonistic alien Navarinos wants to catch some vintage rock and roll. And two CIA agents want to know what happened to their country’s missing satellite.
When the beautiful Chimeron princess Delta shows up on the scene, the murderous Bannermen soon follow in hot pursuit. The stage is set for a fiery showdown that will decide the fate of an entire civilisation.
This story was originally broadcast on BBC1 between 2nd November – 16th November 1987.
Produced by John Nathan-Turner Directed by Chris Clough Liner notes by Niall Boyce Cover by Clayton Hickman
SPECIAL FEATURES • Commentary by Sylvester McCoy (the Doctor), Sara Griffiths (Ray), director Chris Clough and script editor Andrew Cartmel • But First This Andi Peters presents a contemporary children’s TV feature on location with the cast of Delta and the Bannermen • Interview Rushes Hugh Lloyd (Goronwy) • Clown Court Noel Edmonds and Sylvester McCoy present out-takes the Seventh Doctor • Trails and Continuity • Photo Gallery • Radio Times Billings Listings for • Coming Soon Trailer • Digitally remastered picture and sound quality Extra material from the But First This interviews with Sylvester McCoy, Bonnie Langford (Mel) and Ken Dodd (Tollmaster) • Wales Today A BBC Wales news report on the making of the programme • Part One: First edit The original half-hour edit • Hugh and Us An interview with from Delta and the Bannermen • Stripped for Action A look at the comic strip adventures of this story presented in a PDF file [DVD-ROM – PC/Mac] • Production Information Subtitles
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Whilst this 1987 TV adventure, that sees Sylvester McCoy and Bonnie Langford at a 1950s Welsh holiday camp helping an oppressed princess escape the clutches of a band of greasy killers, isn't the series' high-point, it's still a lot of fun; and some superb DVD extras make this a worthwhile purchase.
With the likes of Ken Dodd appearing in this serial, it's no surprise that it gets a lot of stick; Producer John Nathan-Turner was very accomplished at persuading big TV names to appear in the show during the 1980s (Richard Briers, Stratford Johns, Anton Diffring, Rula Lenska, Kate O'Mara et al); but none of his casting decisions were quite as bizarre as Ken playing an intergalactic toll-keeper who is mercifully obliterated early on in proceedings. That, and the sideburned guy from early 80s acapella troubadours `The Flying Pickets' as a mercenary hired by the eponymous Bannermen, make this story memorable to many; for all the wrong reasons.
Casting shenanigans aside, the actual story is fast-paced and fun, with some great 1950s characters; lots of energetic Rock 'n Roll; and a few hints that this Seventh incarnation of The Doctor isn't all sweetness and light. The much-maligned Bonnie Langford was nearing the end of her tenure on the show, and this serial represents for me, an upturn in the quality of the show that hadn't been seen since the decade began.
DVD extras are pretty good and include: 'Stripped for Action': The story of Doctor Who comics, and 'Clown Court': A study of the Seventh Doctor. There are also the usual production stills, interviews and PDF files, plus an insightful look into the career of actor Hugh Lloyd, who played the enigmatic beekeeper Geronwy.
With the likes of Ken Dodd appearing in this serial, it's no surprise that it gets a lot of stick; Producer John Nathan-Turner was very accomplished at persuading big TV names to appear in the show during the 1980s (Richard Briers, Stratford Johns, Anton Diffring, Rula Lenska, Kate O'Mara et al); but none of his casting decisions were quite as bizarre as Ken playing an intergalactic toll-keeper who is mercifully obliterated early on in proceedings. That, and the sideburned guy from early 80s acapella troubadours `The Flying Pickets' as a mercenary hired by the eponymous Bannermen, make this story memorable to many; for all the wrong reasons.
Casting shenanigans aside, the actual story is fast-paced and fun, with some great 1950s characters; lots of energetic Rock 'n Roll; and a few hints that this Seventh incarnation of The Doctor isn't all sweetness and light. The much-maligned Bonnie Langford was nearing the end of her tenure on the show, and this serial represents for me, an upturn in the quality of the show that hadn't been seen since the decade began.
DVD extras are pretty good and include: 'Stripped for Action': The story of Doctor Who comics, and 'Clown Court': A study of the Seventh Doctor. There are also the usual production stills, interviews and PDF files, plus an insightful look into the career of actor Hugh Lloyd, who played the enigmatic beekeeper Geronwy.
12 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
The dubious honour of 'worse Dr Who story ever' might be hotly disputed, but this title has to be a serious contender, even in the wake of Timelash's recent release.
A functional but resolutely banal story sees a camp OTT villian pursue his prey into the world of a stereotyped 1950's welsh holiday camp, cue the 'humourous' Hi De Hi, random explosions and extensive scenery chewing as a long succession of increasingly excrucuating moments leads you to the end. As the ill advised/misused guest stars ham it up, the regulars struggle gamely onward, but you can forgive them for the odd vacant stare as they contemplate what chance they would have to go on...fortunately, for the Mr McCoy at least, better material was just around the corner.
In the company of others, this story is likely to make you squirm with embarassment and shame. I would therefore recommend you watch the main feature alone, in a darkened room with any mirrors turned to face the wall.
On the plus side video and sound quality are as good as they can be given their source limitations, the extras are comprehensive and consistently entertaining - these and that all important sense of completion, are the most pursuasive reasons to take the title home.... Go on, you know you want it sir ^^
A functional but resolutely banal story sees a camp OTT villian pursue his prey into the world of a stereotyped 1950's welsh holiday camp, cue the 'humourous' Hi De Hi, random explosions and extensive scenery chewing as a long succession of increasingly excrucuating moments leads you to the end. As the ill advised/misused guest stars ham it up, the regulars struggle gamely onward, but you can forgive them for the odd vacant stare as they contemplate what chance they would have to go on...fortunately, for the Mr McCoy at least, better material was just around the corner.
In the company of others, this story is likely to make you squirm with embarassment and shame. I would therefore recommend you watch the main feature alone, in a darkened room with any mirrors turned to face the wall.
On the plus side video and sound quality are as good as they can be given their source limitations, the extras are comprehensive and consistently entertaining - these and that all important sense of completion, are the most pursuasive reasons to take the title home.... Go on, you know you want it sir ^^
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
One of the most disliked stories amongst Whovians, Delta and the Bannermen is probably the silliest and most light-hearted story in the show's history. Think Hi-De-Hi meets Back to the Future for an idea of what you're getting here. The welsh 1950's holiday camp setting is well realised, with a charming period feel, and the sci-fi elements add to the bizarre impression this story leaves. Throw in Ken Dodd, a 50's rock n roll soundtrack, a madcap comedy bike chase through the welsh valleys, baddies who get covered in honey and stung by bees....well, you get the idea - The Caves of Androzani this ain't. Sylvester McCoy is beginning to settle into the role and suits this type of story very well, the period music adds to the nostalgic feel, Bonnie Langford is at her least annoying, and the late Don Henderson is a wonderfully nasty villain who seems oblivious to how daft the whole thing is and plays it deadly serious(which makes it even funnier). If you like your Who serious, dramatic and gritty then you'll hate this, if you don't take life too seriously then this could just be your cup of tea. (add honey and a space bun). If anything, Delta and the Bannermen is certainly unique in the history of Doctor Who - there isn't anything else remotely like it.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
HA HA HA!
OMG! This story is terrible in soooo many ways. I mean look at part 2's cliffhanger, a mean guy eats a giant ham sandwich and gets out a rather suspicious looking water pistol and... Read more
Published 2 months ago by A.J.A
not as bad as everyone says
ok, Delta and the bannermen might not be one of the doctors who's classic or seen as a very good story but reading some of the bad reviews on this story, me being a dr who fan... Read more
Published 2 months ago by reviewguy123
Not much to recommend
By this time Doctor Who was clearly on the slide, and this is pretty much the low point. Flimsy and unengaging plot, unconvincing effects, Bonnie Langford and a naff holiday camp... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Green Shadow
Rampant Doctor Who Adventure
After Tom Baker finally bowed out after an impressive sixteen year run as the famous Timelord, it was time to pass the mantle onto someone else. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Monsieur Slinky
the hiden gem
I believe this is a great story and had a lot of pentential, but becuase of all the strick about colin and sylvestor, great stories like this are never seen. Read more
Published 13 months ago by language geek
Now I know why they cancelled it!
I've been a Whovian since I was in junior school, maybe before, yet I'm not an obsessive so there's still plenty of it for me yet to see. Read more
Published 19 months ago by R. Paterson
Delta & the BM
I didn't remember this as one of the best stories but enjoyed it much more 23 years on! Don Henderson saves it from being farce and so the comedy elements are now quite fun. Read more
Published 22 months ago by M. Jones
PRETTY DAFT
I have always been a massive fan of doctor who and i still am, i had high hopes for this episode and was looking forward to seeing it. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Mrs. S. Allen
Not that groovy.
This episode is really not much. I liked the scenery of the countryside, and how it's set in Wales, but otherwise... i don't like it at all. Read more
Published on 9 May 2010 by John Crowley
Oh dear!
I really don't want to say much about this story, as it doesn't warrant much of my time, other than to warn you away from it. Read more
Published on 27 Mar 2010 by Spidernick
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