It was lovely to do The Knock because I haven’t done anything really significant since Doctor Who.
Meaning of the quote
This quote from British actor Colin Baker suggests that he was happy to work on the project called "The Knock" because he hadn't done anything as important as his role in the TV show "Doctor Who" in a long time. He seems to feel that "The Knock" was a meaningful and enjoyable project for him, especially compared to the lack of other significant work he had done since his famous "Doctor Who" role.
About Colin Baker
Colin Baker is an English actor best known for playing the sixth incarnation of the Doctor in the long-running science fiction television series Doctor Who. He also had a role in the BBC drama series The Brothers. Despite some controversy during his tenure as the Doctor, Baker’s performances in audio plays have been well received by fans.
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