Doctor Who: Dragonfire (1987): cast, story & where to watch

1987 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1987, Doctor Who: Dragonfire is an action, drama, adventure and science fiction film directed by Chris Clough, running about 75 minutes.

What it’s about. As trouble brews on the space trading colony of Iceworld, the Doctor and Mel encounter their sometimes-ally Sabalom Glitz and a new friend who goes by the name "Ace".

Who’s in it. Doctor Who: Dragonfire stars Sylvester McCoy as The Doctor, Bonnie Langford as Mel Bush, Tony Selby as Sabalom Glitz and Sophie Aldred as Ace, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Doctor Who: Dragonfire has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Doctor Who: Dragonfire page.

If you liked it. Fans of Doctor Who: Dragonfire tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Doctor Who: Dragonfire (1987)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Doctor Who: Dragonfire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Doctor Who: Dragonfire worth watching?
Doctor Who: Dragonfire holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, adventure and science fiction. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Doctor Who: Dragonfire?
Doctor Who: Dragonfire stars Sylvester McCoy, Bonnie Langford, Tony Selby, Sophie Aldred and Edward Peel.
When was Doctor Who: Dragonfire released?
Doctor Who: Dragonfire was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.