David Tennant stars in Doctor Who: Tenth Doctor Classic Companions

The Tenth Doctor reunites with his dear old friends from past incarnations in a brand-new box set of mind-bending full-cast audio adventures, out now from Big Finish Productions.

David Tennant stars in Doctor Who – Tenth Doctor, Classic Companions alongside John Leeson (as K9), Louise Jameson (as Leela), Sarah Sutton (as Nyssa), and Sophie Aldred (as Dorothy “Ace” McShane).  

In a dark, mythical tale, the Doctor finds Leela preparing to battle kidnapping giants! Then, Nyssa meets K9 for the first time in a fantastical film studio and finally, a modern-day Ace investigates a worryingly advanced app...  

The Tenth Doctor revisits his companions K9, Leela, Ace and Nyssa long after their time-travelling adventures have finished. Because they all need help, and when people need help, the Doctor will never refuse... 

The three rollicking adventures in this box set are as follows: 

Splinters by John Dorney 

The Doctor finds K9 floating in space, and sets off to clear up Time War fallout. First, they find Leela protecting a village from the Spriggan. 

The Stuntman by Lizzie Hopley 

The Doctor and K9 enter a virtual world of a movie stuntman to help Nyssa escape a Time War criminal’s scheme. 

Quantum of Axos by Roy Gill

Ace investigates a new tech company which seems too good to be true, and meets the Doctor and K9 as Axos escapes its trap. 

David Tennant said: “It’s great fun to revisit eras of the Doctor’s past that I wasn’t involved in the first time around. As someone who grew up watching Doctor Who and then became involved in it himself, it’s very much an exercise in nostalgia. It’s a really exciting journey to go on — to be the Doctor with people who I watched on TV!” 

John Leeson added: “One of the thrills for me is getting to work with David again! The last time was of the days with Sarah Jane Smith back in Doctor Who. A lot of that was done in post-production but the way this has been recorded is absolutely wonderful. We’re all in each other’s ears.” 

Louise Jameson said: “I absolutely adore this script and I think that John Dorney writes incredibly well for Leela. What a delight to play with Mr Tennant’s Doctor — I am thrilled!” 

Sarah Sutton added: “It’s not always a given that these companions are going to have chemistry with other Doctors but because the Tenth Doctor has a touch more empathy, it’s easier to connect with him. He really respects and admires Nyssa which really comes through in this script. He thinks she’s clever, wise, and principled.  

“I’ve always been ever so slightly jealous of the companions who had a relationship with K9. It’s been lovely to have the scenes with John Leeson. It was really special and I’m really pleased to have that opportunity and now I can say I’ve worked with K9!” 

Sophie Aldred said: “It’s fantastic to have the chance to see how Ace, K9, and the Tenth Doctor go together. The companion-Doctor relationship is so touching.” 

Doctor Who – Tenth Doctor, Classic Companions  is now available to own as a collector’s edition CD box set (+ download for just £24.99) or a digital download only (for just £19.99) exclusively from the Big Finish website. 

All the above prices include the special pre-order discount and are subject to change after general release.

[jellybabiesarecool]

People who've listened to this, please tell me 10 and Ace are the chaotic duo I've imagined them being. If that's the case I'll get this.

[kingofpointless]

I've been hoping for this since the 'Classic Doctors, New Monsters' series. I honestly can't imagine a better treat for my fanboy ears than these characters I've grown up loving finally getting to interact like this.

[macra_]

This one sounds so good! It's great hearing 10 interact with older companions, will definitely be getting this one!!

[Gojirawars]

The New Who Series 4 Theme always sends a huge nostalgia rush straight into my brain. Definitely most excited about hearing Ten and Ace together.

[ashleytuchin]

You have no idea how excited I am for this!!! You can even hear David's inner fanboy coming out.

[garymurden]

A new series of K9!

In all fairness this is another top trailer, and as someone who has heard it, I can confirm a great box set to boot.

[Timelord]

David Tennant as the Doctor here take my money, this amazing actor defines all of the Doctor's qualities

[CosmicWhovian]

This is what I want, thank you Big Finish.

[MushroomHaterProductions]

Loved the boxset, didn't expect a trailer. And it's magnificently produced!

[ThatRandomFastingGuy]

10 saying goodbye to Leela hurt me so much that I'm genuinely too emotionally drained to listen to the next episode 😭😭

[benmiller]

Now The Tenth Doctor is returning alongside his companion Donna Noble for the 60th Anniversary

[CamPalinSmith]

I honestly hope the next set will be Tenth Doctor Audio Companions. Have Ten meet up with Charley Pollard, Klein, and Constance.

[jaumegabaldamendez]

I will love one with Romana and Tenth Doctor. We deserve that!!! David and Lalla. Oh My! One day pretty please!!! ❤️

[tardistime]

Now this sounds better then the centenary special

[vinniequick]

assuming this takes place after Power of the Doctor from Ace prospective cause you know the 30 year thingy

[Super_Mario]

I hope there’s a second boxset that includes Frazer Hines as Jamie

[louiswindsor]

This I'm excited for also if there were to be a volume 2 what 3 companions would you like to see mine would be Susan Jamie and romana

[Harveyc_Harveyc_]

MUM CAN WE GET BIG FINISH LIKE RN!!! BEACUASE I SEE ACE! NYSSA & LEELA!!!

[maxkennedy]

Please Continue the Doctor Who Comic Strip Adaptation Range.

[thequietestengine]

Bigfinish, forgive my asking, but... would there ever possibly be a chance for the Fourteenth Doctor to appear in your audios? As Tennant himself is doing such phenomenal work as Ten.