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Torchwood: An Overview
Torchwood is a British science fiction television program and media franchise created by Russell T Davies as a spin-off from the 2005 revival of Doctor Who. The series follows the exploits of the Torchwood Institute, a fictional secret organization.
Key Aspects:
- Origins: A spin-off from the popular science fiction series Doctor Who.
- Creator: Russell T Davies.
- Core Concept: Focuses on a team of investigators dealing with unusual and extraterrestrial events.
- Setting: Primarily set in Cardiff, Wales, with Torchwood Three being the best-known branch.
- Historical Context: The Torchwood Institute was founded in 1879 by order of Queen Victoria to protect the British Empire from extraterrestrial threats.
Key Personnel:
- Notable Cast Members: John Barrowman (as Captain Jack Harkness), Eve Myles (as Gwen Cooper), Kai Owen, and Gareth David-Lloyd.
Torchwood Institute:
- Purpose: To protect the British Isles from extraterrestrial incursion and acquire alien technology.
- Foundation: Established in 1879.
Production and Broadcast History:
- Initial Airing: First broadcast in 2006 on BBC Three.
- Production by: BBC Wales.
Additional Information:
- Audio Adventures: The series has been continued through audio dramas produced by Big Finish, featuring original cast members.
- Comic Series: Torchwood adventures have been adapted into comic books published by Titan.
External Links and Resources:
- Official BBC America site for Torchwood
- Torchwood - Series 1-4 DVD at Amazon UK
- Big Finish (Torchwood audio dramas)