The Rocket Men was the second story of the sixth series in the Companion Chronicles audio range. It was produced by Big Finish Productions. It was written by John Dorney and featured Ian Chesterton.
Publisher's summary
The TARDIS has landed on Platform Five, a floating city in the sky of the planet Jobis, and for a time the Doctor, Ian, Barbara and Vicki get the chance to enjoy this idyllic place.
Then the Rocket Men arrive, led by the sadistic Ashman.
When the only other option to certain death is suicide, Ian Chesterton takes the gamble of his life...
Plot
The Rocket Men (1)
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The Fall (2)
to be added
Cast
- Ian Chesterton - William Russell
- Ashman - Gus Brown
- Barbara Wright - Jacqueline Hill (archived recording of her scream)
Credits
- Recording by - Toby Hrycek-Robinson
- Sound Design, Music, and CD Mastering by - Howard Carter
- CD Extras Interviews by - David Richardson
- Series Theme by - Ron Grainer
- Arranged by - Delia Derbyshire
- Theme Remastered by - Delia Derbyshire
- BFP Administration - Miles Haigh-Ellery, Catrin Hubbarde, and Alison Taylor
- Producer's Assistants - Paul Spragg and Frances Welsh
- Cover Illustration & Booklet Design - Alex Mallinson
- Web Editor - Paul Wilson
- Producer - David Richardson
- Script Editor - Jacqueline Rayner
- Executive Producers - Nicholas Briggs and Jason Haigh-Ellery
References
- The skies of Jobis are protected by the Galactic Heritage.
Notes
- Gus Brown was recommended to Big Finish by Beth Chalmers.
- This audio drama was recorded on 7 December 2010.
Continuity
- Following Ashman's death, more than a dozen groups of his fellow Rocket Men began fighting for control of his territories. (AUDIO: Return of the Rocket Men)
- Ian mentions the recent trip to Rome and Italy. (TV: The Romans)
External links
- Official The Rocket Men page at bigfinish.com
- The Rocket Men at the Doctor Who Reference Guide
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