San Diego Comic-Con’s Hall H was a packed house yesterday thanks to the Doctor Who panel, and a report from the special event is now online.

Yesterday we showed you a trailer that debuted at the Con.

The Wrap has the scoop on some things learned:

The cast and crew also offered tidbits about the inner workings of the series — such as the origin of the now-infamous fez.

“That was me bleating on to [executive producer/head writer Steven Moffat] that I wanted to wear a hat, so he gave me the most stupid hat possible,” Smith revealed.

Smith offered his insight into the iconic role, noting that he’d like to see more of the Doctor’s dark side come out, as it’s such a significant factor.

“There’s a lot of blood on the doctor’s hands, and I think that’s why he’s always so bubbly — because he has to keep going,” Smith posited.

Gillan hinted that the Doctor’s less agreeable side will be enjoying a stronger presence.

“Rule No. 1: The Doctor lies — that’s gonna be explored,” Gillan asserted.