The Shakespeare Code
- Episode aired Jul 13, 2007
- TV-PG
- 45m
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
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The Doctor takes Martha to London in 1599, where William Shakespeare's new play is being used by three witches in an evil plan.The Doctor takes Martha to London in 1599, where William Shakespeare's new play is being used by three witches in an evil plan.The Doctor takes Martha to London in 1599, where William Shakespeare's new play is being used by three witches in an evil plan.
Paul Bateman
- Groundling
- (uncredited)
Martin Alexander Colton
- Juliet
- (uncredited)
- Director
- Writers
- Sydney Newman(uncredited)
- Gareth Roberts
- All cast & crew
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Storyline
Did you know
- Trivia"Love's Labours Won" is an actual lost William Shakespeare play, the text of which has never been located. Some scholars believe that it is not really lost, but is simply a working title for one of his romantic comedies such as As You Like It, Much Ado About Nothing, or All's Well That Ends Well, all of which have interchangeable titles which don't describe the play's content very well. Or even The Two Gentlemen of Verona, Twelfth Night, or The Taming of the Shrew, which all revolve around exhaustive efforts in pursuit of love.
- GoofsBecause of poor lighting, among other things, in William Shakespeare's day plays were performed during the day. That was why theaters like The Globe had no roofs, so that the sun could light up the stage. It wasn't until much later that performances became a night-time affair.
- Quotes
Martha Jones: So, magic and stuff? It's a surprise, it's all a bit Harry Potter.
The Doctor: Wait till you read book seven. Oh, I cried.
- Alternate versionsOn Disney XD, edits for content were made: Martha Jones using the word "hell" is muted and her race concerns about being in 1599 - "I'm not going to get carted off as a slave or anything?" "Why ever would you think that?" "Well, not exactly white, in case you hadn't noticed." - are completely cut.
- ConnectionsFeatured in Doctor Who Confidential: Meet Martha Jones (2007)
- SoundtracksDoctor Who Theme
(uncredited)
Written by Ron Grainer
Arranged by Murray Gold
Performed by BBC National Orchestra of Wales
Featured review
A tremendous piece of Television
I love this episode, whichcraft and wizardry along side Shakespeare works really well. The set designs were really good here, and the setting gave an eerie vibe to this story. Shakespeare play in a theater full of whiches around is bonkers and crazy, but it works so well. It works so well because of good performances by everyone. Who had chemistry and charisma. Shakespeare was certainly charismatic and gave me a few chuckles!. This episode is one of my favourites from Siries 3 because the characters and the story is all great. David Tennant puts on a show, as per usual, great actor.
Music,
The Music inside this story was uplifting and the best in Siries 3's run. It was so powerful, so meaningful and I think that's what makes it good.
The Directing is some of the best in this siries too. More long shots this time, and closer shots is a breath of fresh air.
Conclusion,
I personally love this episode, can't fault it really!
Music,
The Music inside this story was uplifting and the best in Siries 3's run. It was so powerful, so meaningful and I think that's what makes it good.
The Directing is some of the best in this siries too. More long shots this time, and closer shots is a breath of fresh air.
Conclusion,
I personally love this episode, can't fault it really!
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- rohanumpleby-34057
- May 22, 2023
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- Runtime45 minutes
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