DOCTOR WHO
FAN PRODUCTIONS

Fan productions differ from spin-offs, such as "The Stranger" series starring Colin Baker, in so much as they are recorded (usually) as non-profit productions. As non-profit and limited distribution they tend not to infringe copyright of original authors and creators, much the way that fanzines are treated. On the other hand,  spin-offs tend to avoid copyright infringements by not using character names from the series, although, there is often an implied connection, particularly when using many of the leading performers from the original series, and of course, are produced as a commercial product (hopefully making a profit).

Fan productions, tend to fall into two categories - fiction and non fiction. Fiction stories often use familiar characters and villains, while others introduce new characters and villains. Non fiction productions often take the form of interviews with cast and crew or recording segments from conventions.

There are a few productions which recorded live stage performances, such as the Jon Pertwee or Colin Baker "Ultimate Adventure". Although these are usually recorded without consent of the actors or producers (usually poor quality recordings), but they are often the only visual record of these events. These fan productions are listed without any guarantee as to their availability, or their quality - both audio/visual or theatrical.

DIRECT TO VIDEO PRODUCTIONS
FAN DOCUMENTARIES
FAN FICTION
STAGE PLAY RECORDINGS

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