<P> Richard Stokes produced series 1 and 2 of Torchwood; Originally, James Hawes (a Doctor Who director) was lined up as the producer, but he later withdrew from this project . Series 3 was produced by Peter Bennett . Series 4 was produced by Kelly A Manners, with UK filming produced by Brian Minchin, producer of Series 4 and 5 of The Sarah Jane Adventures . The series also shares Doctor Who's production designer, Edward Thomas . Music for the series was composed by Ben Foster and Doctor Who's composer Murray Gold, with composer Stu Kennedy assisting on Series 4 . </P> <P> In lieu of a full - length title sequence, the opening sequence of the show's first two series is composed of a voice - over monologue by Barrowman as Harkness, establishing the show's premise . The show's theme tune plays over this monologue and the additional intertitle . The theme was written by "Doctor Who" composer Murray Gold . </P> <P> The opening sequence was re-done specifically for series 2, episode 5 "Adam", adding the titular character to the existing scenes . This reflected the in - universe story of Adam psychically inserting himself into the team members' memories as a long - standing member of the team . </P> <P> For Children of Earth, a recap of the last episode was played at the beginning of each episode, followed by a title card . The theme was not featured in this, instead only featuring over the end credits . </P>

When do torchwood and doctor who line up