Robert Shearman

Personal Info

Known For

Writing

Known Credits

0.7287

Gender

Male

Birthday

10-Feb-1970

Age

(56 years old)

Place of Birth

Horsham, Sussex, England, UK

Also Known As
  • Rob Shearman

Robert Shearman

Biography

Robert Charles Shearman, is an English television, radio, stage play and short story writer. He is known for his World Fantasy Award-winning short stories, as well as his work for Doctor Who, and his association with Jarvis & Ayres Productions (Martin Jarvis and Rosalind Ayres) which has resulted in six plays for BBC Radio 4, broadcast in the station's regular weekday Afternoon Play slot, and one classic serial.


Credits

The Voice The Voice (2022) Character: Man with Stick
A man starts hearing a mysterious voice that tells him to hurt everyone around him.
The Doctor's Moriarty The Doctor's Moriarty (2011) Character: Self
With the introduction of the Master, the Doctor now had his very own Moriarty, who would be the dark figure behind every story in Season 8, and many more beyond that. This documentary discusses the enduring appeal of the character.
Darkness & Light: The Life of Graham Williams Darkness & Light: The Life of Graham Williams (2024) Character: Self
Family and colleagues remember the Doctor Who producer. In 1977, Birkenhead-born first-time producer Graham Williams took over one of the BBC’s most famous shows, Doctor Who. His turbulent three years in the role saw clashes with star Tom Baker, budgetary nightmares and catastrophic industrial action – but also the highest viewing figures the programme has ever achieved. Graham died in 1990, aged just 45, leaving behind a wife and three young children. In this intimate new film, Graham’s family, friends and colleagues look back on a life of darkness and light.
Second Time Around: The Troughton Years Second Time Around: The Troughton Years (2012) Character: N/A
Writers, directors, actors and other people associated with Doctor Who discuss Patrick Troughton's time as the Second Doctor, from his first appearance at the end of The Tenth Planet to his final appearance in The War Games.
Paris in the Springtime Paris in the Springtime (2005) Character: N/A
A 45-minute look at the making of City of Death, and in particular, the contribution of writer and script editor Douglas Adams.
Dennis Spooner: Wanna Write a Television Series? Dennis Spooner: Wanna Write a Television Series? (2009) Character: N/A
A look at writer Dennis Spooner’s work on Doctor Who.
The Celestial Toyroom The Celestial Toyroom (2013) Character: N/A
A brief overview of the history of Doctor Who toys and related products, presented by Ayesha Antoine. Such toys include the first Daleks made during the initial run of the program and the massive impact they had along with Dalekmania. Other topics include other figures produced over the years such as with the Dapol toy line as well as a look at the modern action figures produced by toy company Character Options.
Plastic Fantastic Plastic Fantastic (2011) Character: N/A
How did the writers of Doctor Who and other programmes take something as everyday as plastic and turn it against us?
Defending the Museum Defending the Museum (2010) Character: Self
New series Doctor Who writer Robert Shearman provides a personal and robust defence of this often overlooked story.
Daleks! Beyond the Screen Daleks! Beyond the Screen (2010) Character: Self
A look at the merchandising opportunities presented by the popularity of the Daleks.
Daleks! Conquer and Destroy Daleks! Conquer and Destroy (2010) Character: Self
Since they first appeared on our television screens in 1963, the Daleks have been a source of enduring fascination for followers of Doctor Who. But just what was their appeal? With producer Verity Lambert, Dalek designer Raymond Cusick, director Richard Martin, actress Carole Ann Ford, writer Robert Shearman, designer Matthew Savage, model unit supervisor Mike Tucker and voice of the new series Daleks, Nicholas Briggs.
Now, Get Out of That Now, Get Out of That (2008) Character: N/A
A trio of professional writers examine the art and impact of structuring Doctor Who's narrative around powerful cliffhangers.
Worlds Within: The Life of Ian Marter Worlds Within: The Life of Ian Marter (2025) Character: Self
In 1974, Ian Marter was cast as Harry Sullivan, opposite Tom Baker and Elisabeth Sladen, in a new era of Doctor Who. Marter was meant to be the show’s action man, but just months prior to joining, his erratic health nearly caused his death. This new feature-length documentary explores in intimate detail Marter’s turbulent, enigmatic and brilliant life.
Snake Charmer: The Making of 'Snakedance' Snake Charmer: The Making of 'Snakedance' (2011) Character: N/A
Cast and crew look back at the making of Snakedance. With actors Peter Davison and Janet Fielding, director Fiona Cumming, writer Christopher Bailey, script editor Eric Saward, designer Jan Spoczynski, and new series writer Robert Shearman.



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