The ninth season premiere of "Doctor Who" is just hours away and fans cannot wait to see Peter Capaldi and Jenna Coleman back in action. The first episode, "The Magician's Apprentice," is set to be shown this Saturday, and dates and times for the worldwide premiere have been released, ensuring that fans won't miss the first adventure of the new season.
Here are the dates and times for the season 9 premiere of "Doctor Who":
- U.K. - Saturday, Sept. 19 at 7:40 p.m. on BBC One
- U.S. - Saturday, Sept. 19 at 9 p.m. EDT on BBC America
- Canada - Saturday, Sept. 19 at 9 p.m. EDT on SPACE
- Asia Pacific - Sunday, Sept. 20 at 10 a.m. on BBC Entertainment
- Australia - Sunday, Sept. 20 at 7:40 p.m. on ABC (Also simulcast on iView)
- New Zealand - Sunday, Sept. 20 at 7:30 p.m. on Prime TV
- Benelux Europe - Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 9 p.m. on BBC First
- Finland - Monday, Sept. 28 at 6:05 p.m. on YLE TV2
- South Africa - Saturday, Oct. 24 at 6 p.m. on BBC First
According to the synopsis, the premiere episode will see the skies of Earth being frozen by a mysterious alien force, and Clara will need the Doctor. But it looks like the time traveler is hiding as he's nowhere to be found. As his past actions come to haunt him, the Doctor will come face to face with an old enemy, and it looks as if survival will be impossible for the Doctor and Clara.
In new promo stills uploaded on the show's official Facebook site, it looks like the Doctor will be having some fun, with him entering a medieval fight looking very much like a rock star in a black coat, checkered pants, dark sunglasses, and an electric guitar. An alien is also seen in the photos, and it looks like the Doctor will have to deal with him in the arena. The Doctor's old nemesis, Missy, is also seen talking to Clara, and Clara will find herself embarking on a dangerous quest to bring her friend back.
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Capaldi said that the Doctor is throwing caution to the wind and is intent on having fun in the new season.
"He's in pursuit of joy and grabbing every thrill that he can along the way. But I sense that he's running from something, that even he does not yet understand," said Capaldi.
For those in the UK, 'Doctor Who' season 9 premiere can be watched online via live stream through the BBC iPlayer.
In the U.S, tune into BBC America, or watch online here.
