The endless struggle between the Time Lords and the Daleks rages on, but it’s a different old enemy causing trouble for the War Doctor (Jonathon Carley) in his latest explosive audio adventure. 

When his fight against the enemies of Gallifrey brings him to a war-torn planet, the Doctor discovers injured soldiers being kept alive by technological augmentation – the Cybermen (Nicholas Briggs) have entered the Time War! 

With the help of battle-hardened surgeon Nesta (voiced by Ted Lasso star Mitra Djalili), the Doctor visits a planet plagued by natural disasters, explores the depths of a Cyberman tomb, and comes into conflict with every variant of the metal villains seen on TV. But which higher power is pulling the strings of this far-reaching plot? 

Doctor Who – The War Doctor Rises: Cybergene is an epic audio story in three episodes, all scripted by Jonathan Morris, now available to purchase for just £19.99 (download to own) or £24.99 (download to own + collector’s edition CD), exclusively here. Please note: the collector’s edition CD box set is strictly limited to 1,000 copies and will not be re-pressed. 

As the conflict between Gallifrey and Skaro rages, the Cybermen are gone from the universe. Until now. 

The War Doctor finds himself on a world ravaged by battle, where soldiers are kept alive by grimly familiar methods. As time is manipulated, the dead no longer stay dead, and a horrifying evolution begins... Seeking answers across multiple worlds, and in a long-dead Cyber-tomb, the Doctor uncovers the terrible truth. 

The ultimate Cyber-form is coming to join the Time War. 

The guest cast of The War Doctor Rises: Cybergene includes Wayne Forester as Jellik/Cardew, Harriet Kershaw as Tyrus, Shogo Miyakita as Orgreave, Nicholas Khan as Davius, Rachel Atkins as Vargeth, Clive Hayward as Vokol, Glen McCready as Captain Rorval, and Tracy Wiles as Ensign Zolan. 

Lead actor Jonathon Carley said: “When I first took on the War Doctor, I thought, ‘We know a lot about what the Daleks and Time Lords are up to, but what about the Cybermen, the other big cheese in the Doctor Who world?’ I don't think they’ve ever been done in this era before. 

“This one was sold to me with the opening line of ‘every Cyberman ever’. I was in, I was raring to go, and it has not disappointed – it's totally delivered on that, and a few original Cybermen in between.” 

His co-star Mitra Djalili added: “I absolutely love it. I like a strong female lead and I’m very fortunate to be playing one. When I was a child watching Doctor Who, I never would have thought in a million years that later on down the line I’d be involved. And it’s absolutely wonderful.  

“I relate to Nesta quite well. I wonder how much of a coincidence it is when I’m offered parts like this, because she’s quite brittle, she’s quite sarcastic, she doesn’t suffer fools gladly. She has the courage of her convictions, but she also does have a soft centre.” 

Praise for the previous The War Doctor Rises volume, Fallen Heroes: 

“Across both writing and performance, this is one of the War Doctor’s defining moments.”
Who Review 

“Can’t recommend this one enough, and I’ll be surprised if this isn’t my #1 Who story this year.”
Hogan Reviews 

“A must-listen, an unambiguous 10/10 recommendation.”
MrTARDIS 

Big Finish listeners can save money by purchasing The War Doctor Rises: Cybergene and Fallen Heroes together in a multibuy bundle for just £38 (download to own) or £47 (download to own + collector’s edition CD). 

All the above prices (including pre-order and multibuy bundle discounts) are fixed for a limited time only and guaranteed no later than 28 February 2026. 

Please note that Big Finish is currently operating a digital-first release schedule. The mail-out of collector’s edition CDs may be delayed due to factors beyond our control, but all purchases of this release unlock a digital copy that can be immediately downloaded or played on the Big Finish app from the release date.