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Doctor Who: Krotons [DVD] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC]

William Hartnell , Patrick Troughton    DVD
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
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Product details

  • Actors: William Hartnell, Patrick Troughton, Jon Pertwee, Tom Baker, Peter Davison
  • Writers: Sydney Newman
  • Format: Colour, DVD-Video, NTSC
  • Language: English
  • Region: Region 1 (US and Canada DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 4:3 - 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: Unrated (US MPAA rating. See details.)
  • Studio: BBC Warner
  • DVD Release Date: 10 July 2012
  • Run Time: 100 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B007VFF7KA
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 266,106 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)


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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars I <3 The Krotons! 10 May 2012
By P. Sanders VINE™ VOICE
Format:DVD
Over the years "The Krotons" has come under fire from scornful fans, complaining that Troughton classics like "Fury From the Deep" were wiped while this story still exists. That's unfair for several reasons. Firstly, when a story no longer exists it can gain an element of myth. Secondly, this story is actually a lot of fun. Whereas "The Dominators" is a truly dull drag only raised by the main cast, this is a flawed but enjoyable little self-contained story. It's also the first story by Robert Holmes, classic Who's finest writer. He's still finding his feet but gives us an intriguing mystery along the way.

As always the three leads are a joy, particularly when the Doctor and Zoe have a go on the learning machines. The Gonds often get a slagging but they're okay really - Philip Madoc's deliciously evil eyebrows make their Who debut in this story. Then there's the Krotons themselves. Again they get mocked by fans, but with their unusual crystalline heads and roaring voices they're actually quite effective. Admittedly in long-shot with their skirts showing they are a bit lumbery, but in their lair they are better than many Who man-in-a-suit monsters.

For the time being, this is the last Troughton story to be released on DVD. I hope that like many other classic Who stories its reputation gets a more generous re-appraisal. It starts here - I openly admit my love for "The Krotons"!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The beginning of the golden era..... 18 Aug 2012
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I first watched this as part of the 5 Faces of DR WHO season back in 1981 and loved it then-I subsequently wore out my VHS copy and had to buy a new one!The great Bob Holmes is now on board and the series future is assured.Great characters and witty monsters,even though the latter are not classic creations.However,it feels like a forerunner of all the great stories which were to follow.This was reflected in the audience appreciation for this story which was unusually high.Very recommended!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Stand up well! 30 Jan 2013
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I was aged 14 when Doctor Who was first screened and I never missed an episode until the Colin Baker years and was working as a chef at all hours. I have collected all of the DVD releases as they have been issued and they all bring back the original thrill of first viewing. This is no exception! I know all the negative talk but there was still that great sense of fun and excitment, that exists in many of the 60's series. Great extras too!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Has improved with age, but for die hard fans only
As is mentioned in one of the extras on the disc, the main flaw of this story is that it dared to still exist, while other, better stories were junked. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Simon
5.0 out of 5 stars Doctor Who :The Krotons DVD
The TARDIS takes the Doctor, Jamie and Zoe to a world where they meet the Gonds.

Part 1: On the planet of the Gonds students are annually sent to become companions of... Read more
Published 1 month ago by kk
3.0 out of 5 stars classic doctor,average story.
patrick troughtons doctor is many peoples favorite doctor,with many classic stories under his belt.he also benefited from very good companions. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Pn Earle
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic Who
This is a classic Troughton era Dr Who story and is wonderfully restored to a standard that is enjoyable today.
The plot is excellent for its day and still wears well now. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr. Stephen Redman
5.0 out of 5 stars it's a Troughton!
Not one of the classics but it is a typical example of the Patrick Troughton era. The sharp, atmospheric black & white pictures, the cosy circle of Doctor, Jamie and Zoe, the... Read more
Published 2 months ago by sean cutter
4.0 out of 5 stars Classic
This story gets a lot of bad press, but actually it starts up as a piece of its time. The lame effects (The Krotons) as so bad they are great, their speech effect is so of its... Read more
Published 2 months ago by D Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars Super Excellent
I love this stuff. Great fun! Pat is funny, Zoe is gorgeous and Jamie is the sort of best mate anyone would love to have in punch up. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jeff
5.0 out of 5 stars Great.
I saw this on tv way back in the eighties and have always wanted this story. It is a very good story line and i would love to see the Krontons brouht back for the new series.
Published 3 months ago by LESTAT
5.0 out of 5 stars Krotons
5 stars for the seller, this story gets slated a bit and you can see why, however look past the didgy Kroton design and its quite an enjoyable no thinker of a doctor who romp.
Published 3 months ago by Nick
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic
Patrick Troughton is a brilliant Doctor and I love watching any of his stories, especially as not many still exist!
Published 4 months ago by Peter Clarke
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