Peter Jackson has said he would be happy to direct an episode of ‘Doctor Who’, the long-running BBC science-fiction series that began in 1963. The comments underline the enduring appeal of the programme to major filmmakers and suggest Jackson remains interested in working within established British television franchises.

Jackson, best known for directing ‘The Lord of the Rings’ and ‘The Hobbit’ trilogies, has previously described himself as a fan of ‘Doctor Who’. The series first aired in 1963 and has continued through multiple revivals, with its format allowing different writers and directors to bring their own approach to individual episodes.