Richard O'Brien would've loved to play the Doctor in Doctor Who
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Rocky Horror and Crystal Maze legend Richard O'Brien says he would have "grabbed [the role] with both hands".
Exclusive: The Rocky Horror and Crystal Maze legend says he would have grabbed [the role] with both hands.
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Fantasy casting: Richard O'Brien as the Doctor : r/doctorwho
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Fantasy casting: Richard O'Brien as the Doctor : r/doctorwho