Upcoming Torchwood, Season 3

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“When every single child on Earth stops, Torchwood is thrown into a world of terror.“

Ok, so its only five parts but its Torchwood and we are more than ready for “Children of the Earth” set to be broadcast on BBC One in the UK from 6th July 2009 (9pm). The third (albeit short) season three of Torchwood will feature Captain Jack, Ianto Jones and Gwen Cooper in a brand-new story so even new viewers can enjoy the Torchwood experience. Rhys Williams will also return – on the run with Gwen from government hit squads.

With little to no Doctor Who on the screens at the moment, Primeval all done and dusted there is really little else to watch out for in Science Fiction terms (not including the hilarious The Legend of Dick and Dom). If you really can’t wait that long you could catch the re-run of the classic Day of the Triffids on BBC Four from 5th July starting at 7pm.

One of the strengths of Torchwood is that it can cross the boundaries into darker storylines as well as lighter ones and it doesn’t have to be held back by much of the canon that Who often falls back on. In this five part series the human race faces its darkest days and the Torchwood team need to call upon every ounce of strength and resourcefulness to protect the Earth from the oncoming threat from the 456.

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We are expecting a fast, focused and yet epic storyline, with action, drama and cliff hangers aplenty. If Torchwood is to stand on its own and finally prove the doubters it has the strength to carry its own audience then now is that time to pull out all the stops and show it. With writing from Russell T Davies, John Fay (Mobile, Clocking Off, and recently Robin Hood) and James Moran (Severance, Doctor Who) and in the hands of Direction from Euros Lyn (Phoo Action, Inspector George Gently, Casualty), Production from Peter Bennett (Honest, Agatha Christie: Poirot, Sea of Souls), and Executive Production from Russell T Davies and Julie Gardner (Ashes to Ashes, Doctor Who, The Sarah Jane Adventures) all the elements are there to provide a rip roaring week of excitement.

Looking forward for the series as a whole the introduction of Captain John Hart, in season 2, opens up the possibility of a potential replacement for Captain Jack should the need arise – as John Barrowman has his fingers in many entertainment pies and the replacement of the lead character is a common trait in the Whoniverse – but we hope Captain Jack stays for a few seasons yet. Actually the often referred to Time Agency opens up the possibility of any number of potential replacements as they slip through time which could all add a unique twist to the show. We know Captain Jack can’t run indefinitely as he is going to be quite busy with his pre-destined future as the Face of Boe.

If this mini season is a success it could lead the way to future Torchwood especially a season 4 – lets hope so – we will be watching – will you?

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