The Monster Files: The Cybermats (CON episode)

Monster File - The Cybermats was a documentary included as an extra feature on the Closing Time DVD.

Main subject

 * History of the Cybermats in Doctor Who
 * Updating the design for the modern era.
 * The different practical versions used in filming — the soft silicone model, the remote-controlled Cybermat, and a wired-up animatronic version whose mouth moved.

Additional topics covered

 * Matt Smith, in one take, accidentally wrecking an animatronic Cybermat with the frying pan. Afterwards, they held it together with gaffer tape.

People interviewed

 * Gareth Roberts (writer)
 * Steve Hughes (director)
 * Denise Paul (producer)
 * Neill Gorton (prosthetics designer)
 * Tim Rose (animatronics operator)

Home video releases
Monster File - The Cybermats was released on the Doctor Who: Series 6, Part 2 and Doctor Who: The Complete Sixth Series DVD & Blu-ray box sets.