The futuristic colony of Formicia, where the pampered populace pass their days in endless leisure, seems the perfect place for a ‘Wren Party’. But all is not as it seems. Looking down from the Middle, the skyscraping tower that ascends as far as the colony ceiling, Formicia’s overseers can see that the Doctor doesn’t fit in - and it’s not just his coat that makes him conspicuous...

“The End is the Beginning,” say the propaganda-like posters all over Formicia. Because to be part of this perfect society comes at a price. And the Doctor's already in arrears.

Recorded on: 1 and 5 June 2017

Recorded at: Moat Studios

Reviews

Clever writing, strong direction and excellent performances lead to a terrific tale. 9/10
Sci-Fi Bulletin

The Middle is a beautifully paced, thought-provoking and enjoyable piece of high concept science fiction. Definitely worth a listen if you’re a fan of hard Sci-Fi and enjoy the Sixth Doctor. Just remember…the End is the Beginning… 10/10
Blogtor Who

This is a great ‘fun-house mirror’ for our modern society on one hand, whilst a marvellous sci-fi bit of escapism on the other. 8/10
Indie Mac User

This episode brings a whole new approach to the 'generation gap' concept. A refreshing script that utilises the TARDIS team incredibly well, making the fear of growing old very much a reality.
The Host Productions

Mark Heap is excellently moustache-twirling, if vocally unrecognisable, as the Middleman. The three now regular principals – Colin Baker, Lisa Greenwood and Miranda Raison – are increasingly gelling into an all-time favourite TARDIS team.

The Middle is a story that delivers everything you think it's going to, with an additional spin on some social questions to boot. Pick it up today and enjoy your trip from Beginning to Middle to End.
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