More Survivors for Big Finish in 2016!

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Big Finish has announced that, in addition to June’s Series 2 and this fall’s Series 3 of Survivors, plans are already underway for Series 4 and 5 in 2016! Success of the first series based on the works of Dalek creator, Terry Nation, factored into the ramp up according to Big Finish producer, David Richardson:

“As I write this, we’re prepping to go into studio for Series 3 (Abby Grant and Jimmy Garland, and a deadly voyage into London…) and signing off edits for the very dark, disturbing Series 2. But plates are spinning for Series 4 – our writers are all attached and coming up with the storylines – and we know where we are going with Series 5. How wonderful that Survivors has become such a success for Big Finish – and what a tribute to Terry Nation’s original idea, and the wonderful cast of actors.”

Look for June and November releases for Series 4 and 5 next year, respectively. In the meanwhile, you may want to check out the upcoming release of Survivors – Series 2. Here’s a look at the synopsis:

“It begins with just a few people falling ill. Another flu virus that spreads around the globe. And then the reports begin that people are dying…When most of the world’s population is wiped out, a handful of survivors are left to pick up the pieces.Cities become graveyards. Technology becomes largely obsolete. Mankind must start again…

1: Dark Rain by Ken Bentley

Introducing: Tim Treloar as Russell, Bernard Holley as Ridley

Months after the plague, storms batter the country. As Abby resumes the search for her son, Jackie and Daniel fight for their lives.

2: Mother’s Courage by Louise Jameson

Introducing: Fiona Sheehan as Molly

The search for Peter leads to Aberystwyth, and a community of women who have cut themselves off from the outside world. But what appears to be a safe haven could be nothing of the sort…

3: The Hunted by Ken Bentley

Introducing: Tim Bentinck as Irvin Warner

Greg, Daniel and Russell need the help of survivalist Irvin Warner, who is hiding out in the Brecon Beacons. But predators are roaming in the barren countryside too…

4: Savages by Matt Fitton

Wounded, split apart and fighting for their lives, the survivors discover that survival isn’t everything…

It’s worth noting that Survivors is a little more mature on the content side than most Doctor Who ranges, if that’s a concern for you. A Series 2 trailer and the current preorder can be found here. In addition to the preorder special price, those of you who opt for the CD set will find a digital download available upon release as well.

Are you interested in more Terry Nation’s Survivors? Already enjoying the series? Join in the conversation below!

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