Originally published on http://www.theverge.com/2014/7/26/5939595/doctor-who-series-8-premiere-in-theaters-on-august-23rd The premiere of Doctor Who Series 8 — featuring the debut of Peter Capaldi as the 12th Doctor — isn't limiting itself to the small screen. On August 23rd, day-and-date with the television release, episode one of the new series will be screened in theaters around the world.