Doomwatch (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Series · ★ 6.4
Released in 1970, Doomwatch is a drama and sci-fi & fantasy series.
What it’s about. Doomwatch is a British science fiction television programme produced by the BBC, which ran on BBC 1 between 1970 and 1972. The series was set in the then present-day, and dealt with a scientific government agency led by Doctor Spencer Quist, responsible for investigating and combating various ecological and technological dangers. The series was followed by a film adaptation produced by Tigon British Film Productions and released in 1972, and a revival TV film was broadcast on Channel 5 in 1999.
Who’s in it. Doomwatch stars Joby Blanshard as Colin Bradley, Simon Oates as Dr. John Ridge, Vivien Sherrard as Barbara Mason and Robert Powell as Tobias Wren, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Doomwatch has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Doomwatch page.
If you liked it. Fans of Doomwatch tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Doomwatch (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Doomwatch change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Doomwatch worth watching?
- Doomwatch holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and sci-fi & fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Doomwatch?
- Doomwatch stars Joby Blanshard, Simon Oates, Vivien Sherrard, Robert Powell and John Nolan.
- When was Doomwatch released?
- Doomwatch was released in 1970.