Doctor Who’s latest episode left fans emotionally devastated as it marked the show’s first same-sex kiss and ultimately featured a heartbreaking twist. The historic kiss between Ncuti Gatwa and Jonathan Groff was met with widespread praise for its portrayal of “electrifying chemistry.” The storyline saw the Doctor and his companion Ruby Sunday (played by Millie Gibson) travel to 1813, where they meet a bounty hunter named Rogue (Jonathan). This historical setting brought them together as they sought to uncover the shape-shifting Chuldurs responsible for a series of murders. Initially, both the Doctor and Rogue suspected each other of being the...
- 6/9/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
In a thrilling twist for long-time fans, Richard E. Grant’s Doctor has made a surprising return to Doctor Who. This return in the form of a holographic cameo has left the fandom buzzing and wondering where exactly this version fits into the Doctor‘s many lives. Previously seen in the 2003 online adventure Scream of the Shalka, Grant’s animated Doctor was intended to follow Paul McGann’s Eighth Doctor but was later overshadowed by Christopher Eccleston’s portrayal during the 2005 revival. Ncuti Gatwa’s Fifteenth Doctor and Ruby Sunday‘s seemingly peaceful visit to a Regency-era ball in season 14’s episode titled Rogue unexpectedly...
- 6/9/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Doctor Who Makes History With First Romantic Same-Sex Kiss Featuring Ncuti Gatwa's Doctor - Spoilers
This weekend's episode of Doctor Who, "Rogue," is generating a lot of discussion online. Why? Well, it features the franchise's first romantic same-sex kiss...and the Doctor is the one doing the smooching!
Ncuti Gatwa is the first queer actor to play the iconic sci-fi character and, with queer TV writer Russell T Davies back in charge of the series, we'd expected a trailblazing moment like this to make it into an episode sooner rather than later.
Now, it's finally happened as we see the Doctor fall in love with a man; gay actor Jonathan Groff's enigmatic Rogue.
As we first explained on SFFGazette.com, it begins with the Doctor and Ruby Sunday arriving at a Bridgerton-like ball, only for it to become clear there are alien shapeshifters causing chaos. Rogue, who many fans theorised could be the new Captain Jack (he isn't), is a bounty hunter tasked with bringing them in and,...
Ncuti Gatwa is the first queer actor to play the iconic sci-fi character and, with queer TV writer Russell T Davies back in charge of the series, we'd expected a trailblazing moment like this to make it into an episode sooner rather than later.
Now, it's finally happened as we see the Doctor fall in love with a man; gay actor Jonathan Groff's enigmatic Rogue.
As we first explained on SFFGazette.com, it begins with the Doctor and Ruby Sunday arriving at a Bridgerton-like ball, only for it to become clear there are alien shapeshifters causing chaos. Rogue, who many fans theorised could be the new Captain Jack (he isn't), is a bounty hunter tasked with bringing them in and,...
- 6/9/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Doctor Who is garnering immense attention especially after the episode premiered Saturday evening. It featured a same-sex kiss between the fifteenth doctor played by Ncuti Gatwa and Jonathan Groff’s Bounty Rogue. While many are praising the BBC series for airing its first-ever romantic same-sex kiss, it is far from the truth.
Ncuti Gatwa in Doctor Who | BBC One
Before the major event of episode 6 of the series, the iconic show has already featured the rare moments of same-sex kiss on-screen.
Doctor Who Ncuti Gatwa’s Same-Sex Kiss isn’t First in the Franchise
Doctor Who has kept audiences hooked with its unique sci-fi storylines since 1963. The show follows the adventures of the Doctor, a Time Lord who travels through time and space in the Tardis, a time-traveling machine that looks like a British police box on the outside.
Suggested“That’s what Matt does beautifully”: House of the Dragon...
Ncuti Gatwa in Doctor Who | BBC One
Before the major event of episode 6 of the series, the iconic show has already featured the rare moments of same-sex kiss on-screen.
Doctor Who Ncuti Gatwa’s Same-Sex Kiss isn’t First in the Franchise
Doctor Who has kept audiences hooked with its unique sci-fi storylines since 1963. The show follows the adventures of the Doctor, a Time Lord who travels through time and space in the Tardis, a time-traveling machine that looks like a British police box on the outside.
Suggested“That’s what Matt does beautifully”: House of the Dragon...
- 6/9/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
Doctor Who made history Saturday evening, with the Time Lord having his first ever explicitly romantic same-sex kiss on screen.
The episode, set in the British Regency period of 1813, saw Ncuti Gatwa as The Doctor team up with bounty hunter Rogue, played by Jonathan Groff. The characters were initially mistrusting of each other, but had to team up to fight the shape-shifting Chuldurs.
(Spoiler Alert!)
Mischievously flirting throughout the episode, shocking the other guests at the Regency ball with same-sex dancing, their united effort finally saw Rogue sacrifice himself to save the world, but not before he had given the Doctor a goodbye kiss.
John Barrowman’s Captain Jack briefly kissed Christopher Eccleston’s Doctor in a 2005 episode, but that encounter lacked the sexual charge of the Time Lord’s encounter with Rogue. And Jodie Whittaker’s Doctor had an implied romantic connection with her female companion Yaz (played by...
The episode, set in the British Regency period of 1813, saw Ncuti Gatwa as The Doctor team up with bounty hunter Rogue, played by Jonathan Groff. The characters were initially mistrusting of each other, but had to team up to fight the shape-shifting Chuldurs.
(Spoiler Alert!)
Mischievously flirting throughout the episode, shocking the other guests at the Regency ball with same-sex dancing, their united effort finally saw Rogue sacrifice himself to save the world, but not before he had given the Doctor a goodbye kiss.
John Barrowman’s Captain Jack briefly kissed Christopher Eccleston’s Doctor in a 2005 episode, but that encounter lacked the sexual charge of the Time Lord’s encounter with Rogue. And Jodie Whittaker’s Doctor had an implied romantic connection with her female companion Yaz (played by...
- 6/9/2024
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
The iconic Doctor Who’s Tales of the Tardis is making a much-anticipated return with the Fifteenth Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson). Fans are eagerly awaiting the new episode, which is set to air on Thursday, 20th June at 8pm on BBC Four and BBC iPlayer. Last year marked the release of six episodes celebrating the60th anniversary of Doctor Who. These featured appearances from classic Doctors such as Sylvester McCoy, Peter Davison, and Colin Baker. Fan-favorites were seen in nostalgic scenes adding depth to the iconic series. Special Appearance Highlights Anniversary Celebrations He was a man of extraordinary...
- 6/8/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
A myriad of incredible series and movies graced our screens throughout May 2024, establishing moments that captured hearts and minds. Scanning through the highlights, it’s clear that storytelling remains as potent as ever. Dynamic New Era in Doctor Who Ncuti Gatwa steps into the spotlight as the 14th Doctor, bringing a fresh take to the legendary BBC show Doctor Who. As he embarks on this new role, he becomes the first black actor to play the Doctor full-time, marking a significant milestone for the series. There aren’t quite the words to describe how I’m feeling. A mix of deeply honoured,...
- 6/8/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
It’s official, Tales of the Tardis is making a triumphant return with a special episode featuring the Fifteenth Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson). Returning for Doctor Who’s 60th Anniversary Last year, six episodes of Tales of the Tardis were released to mark the 60th anniversary ofDoctor Who, featuring iconic Doctors such as Sylvester McCoy, Peter Davison, and Colin Baker. These episodes reunited longtime fans with their favorite characters through new, emotional scenes woven into classic stories. An Anticipated Reunion The upcoming episode will air at 8 Pm on Thursday, June 20 on BBC Four and BBC iPlayer.
- 6/8/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
When the Doctor and Ruby traveled back to 1813, they risked changing time, but it seemed that time changed them instead.
Doctor Who Season 1 Episode 6 combined the new season's traditional campiness with a bona fide creepy alien story and new heartbreak for the Doctor after he's already lost so much.
The long-awaited Jonathan Groff guest spot didn't disappoint, though the story was ironically similar to one that aired on Torchwood in 2005.
Historical Stories Can Be Problematic on Doctor Who
Historical stories were originally part of the Doctor Who landscape because the series was intended to educate British schoolchildren.
These early stories were historically accurate, and the Doctor was careful never to change anything.
However, in modern Who episodes, visiting history risks accidentally altering things that should not be altered.
This is especially true this season, where the word "gravity" was changed to "mavity" when Isaac Newton misheard Donna, and Ruby almost...
Doctor Who Season 1 Episode 6 combined the new season's traditional campiness with a bona fide creepy alien story and new heartbreak for the Doctor after he's already lost so much.
The long-awaited Jonathan Groff guest spot didn't disappoint, though the story was ironically similar to one that aired on Torchwood in 2005.
Historical Stories Can Be Problematic on Doctor Who
Historical stories were originally part of the Doctor Who landscape because the series was intended to educate British schoolchildren.
These early stories were historically accurate, and the Doctor was careful never to change anything.
However, in modern Who episodes, visiting history risks accidentally altering things that should not be altered.
This is especially true this season, where the word "gravity" was changed to "mavity" when Isaac Newton misheard Donna, and Ruby almost...
- 6/8/2024
- by Jack Ori
- TVfanatic
[Warning: The below contains Major spoilers for Doctor Who Season 1 Episode 6 “Rogue.”] “Oh my Bridgerton.” Doctor Who leans into the fun of the Netflix series with its trip to 1813, and while the Duchess (Indira Varma) may start by looking for a match for Ruby (Millie Gibson), it’s the Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) who has a fun (but heartbreaking) romance. The Doctor crosses paths with a bounty hunter Rogue (Jonathan Groff), with both thinking the other is responsible for a dead body; there are Chuldurs (shape-shifters) in their midst, and after the classic misunderstanding comes the bonding (on both their ships), almost kiss (on the Tardis), sweet moments (a dance), and heartbreaking separation (Rogue takes Ruby’s spot in a trap designed to transport the Chuldur to a random barren dimension). The presence of a character played by Susan Twist continues (this time a portrait), and we can’t help but wonder who Rogue’s new boss is,...
- 6/7/2024
- TV Insider
Warning: this Doctor Who review contains spoilers.
This episode is delightful.
Thanks for reading, see you next week!
Ok, obviously there’s more to it than that. For a comparatively lightweight romp in which the Doctor and Ruby battle silly-looking bird aliens cosplaying an episode of Bridgerton, there’s plenty going on under the hood. But if you’re after the tl;dr, delightful really does the job. The writing by Kate Herron and Briony Redman, is sharp, full of funny lines and clever misdirects. The performances directed by Ben Chessell, are all on point – the leads are predictably great, but the guest stars are also completely dialled in, particularly Jonathan Groff. The costumes naturally look sensational because the BBC can do this stuff with its eyes closed. The whole thing is just a really good time.
So, where to start? Perhaps with a question that has been hanging in...
This episode is delightful.
Thanks for reading, see you next week!
Ok, obviously there’s more to it than that. For a comparatively lightweight romp in which the Doctor and Ruby battle silly-looking bird aliens cosplaying an episode of Bridgerton, there’s plenty going on under the hood. But if you’re after the tl;dr, delightful really does the job. The writing by Kate Herron and Briony Redman, is sharp, full of funny lines and clever misdirects. The performances directed by Ben Chessell, are all on point – the leads are predictably great, but the guest stars are also completely dialled in, particularly Jonathan Groff. The costumes naturally look sensational because the BBC can do this stuff with its eyes closed. The whole thing is just a really good time.
So, where to start? Perhaps with a question that has been hanging in...
- 6/7/2024
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
Throughout its more than 60 years on television, Doctor Who has always been one of the most popular shows in the UK. Sitting down with the family to watch the new Doctor Who episode was a tradition that spanned generations, with each person having their own first Tardis journey with the current Doctor, who often ended up being their favorite.
While the older generations long for the return of classic Doctor Who, the seasons that aired before the hiatus in the 90s, the younger ones are joining the new adventure with the 15th Doctor, portrayed by Ncuti Gatwa. And now, more than ever, Doctor Who is on the receiving end of bigotry.
Has Doctor Who Gone Woke?
Ever since the news of the casting of the 13th Doctor was announced, many viewers turned into haters. Jodie Whittaker, the first woman ever to play the Doctor, became the target of all the...
While the older generations long for the return of classic Doctor Who, the seasons that aired before the hiatus in the 90s, the younger ones are joining the new adventure with the 15th Doctor, portrayed by Ncuti Gatwa. And now, more than ever, Doctor Who is on the receiving end of bigotry.
Has Doctor Who Gone Woke?
Ever since the news of the casting of the 13th Doctor was announced, many viewers turned into haters. Jodie Whittaker, the first woman ever to play the Doctor, became the target of all the...
- 6/7/2024
- by virginia-singh@startefacts.com (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
“Masters of the Air” costume designer Colleen Atwood brought along Austin Butler’s jacket to Variety’s TV FYC Fest. “It’s Austin Butler’s jacket that he wore, Maj. Cleven’s jacket and hat, and I thought, ‘Well, I should bring it.’ It’s D-Day. People like seeing real stuff,'” Atwood told the audience.
Atwood was joined by her fellow artisans from the Apple TV+ series: supervising sound editor and re-recording mixer Michael Minkler, composer Blake Neely, director of photography Richard Rutkowski and music supervisor Deva Anderson. The panelists acknowledged the 80th anniversary of D-Day with Neely sharing news. “I just found out that a piece from ‘Masters of the Air’ is what opened the D-Day Normandy event,” he told his fellow department heads.
Adapted from Donald L. Miller’s book of the same name, the miniseries is the third installment of the “Band of Brothers” trilogy. “Masters of the Air...
Atwood was joined by her fellow artisans from the Apple TV+ series: supervising sound editor and re-recording mixer Michael Minkler, composer Blake Neely, director of photography Richard Rutkowski and music supervisor Deva Anderson. The panelists acknowledged the 80th anniversary of D-Day with Neely sharing news. “I just found out that a piece from ‘Masters of the Air’ is what opened the D-Day Normandy event,” he told his fellow department heads.
Adapted from Donald L. Miller’s book of the same name, the miniseries is the third installment of the “Band of Brothers” trilogy. “Masters of the Air...
- 6/7/2024
- by Jazz Tangcay
- Variety Film + TV
Kate McKinnon and Andy Samberg have joined the cast of Jay Roach’s The Roses, which already boasts stars like Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch. Briefling on the new additions, Ncuti Gatwa, Sunita Mani, Zoë Chao, Jamie Demetriou, and Belinda Bromilow complete the ensemble. Reviving a Classic Love-Divorce Tale The Roses is a contemporary reimagining of the 1989 classic The War of the Roses, inspired by Warren Adler’s novel. Directed by Roach and penned by Tony McNamara, this new version aims to blend dark humor and modern sensibilities. The film revolves around Theo (Cumberbatch) and Ivy (Colman), a seemingly perfect couple...
- 6/5/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
William Russell, one of the earliest companions in BBC sci-fi series Doctor Who, has died aged 99. He passed away on June 3.
The Doctor Who X account posted the news, writing: “We’re sad to report the passing of William Russell, a legend in #DoctorWho history – who played one of the first and original companions to the Doctor, Ian Chesterton.”
Current showrunner Russell T Davies, who is into his second stint at the helm, also posted his condolences to X.
“An absolute legend, for Doctor Who and the whole of television,” he wrote. “In 1963, William created the template for the Doctor’s companion, and that’s still going strong, 61 years later. He’s adored by fandom, and will never be forgotten.”
Born in 1924, Russell quickly gained prominence in the UK when he was cast as lead in ITV’s The Adventures of Sir Lancelot in the mid-1950s.
In 1963, he landed the Doctor Who role,...
The Doctor Who X account posted the news, writing: “We’re sad to report the passing of William Russell, a legend in #DoctorWho history – who played one of the first and original companions to the Doctor, Ian Chesterton.”
Current showrunner Russell T Davies, who is into his second stint at the helm, also posted his condolences to X.
“An absolute legend, for Doctor Who and the whole of television,” he wrote. “In 1963, William created the template for the Doctor’s companion, and that’s still going strong, 61 years later. He’s adored by fandom, and will never be forgotten.”
Born in 1924, Russell quickly gained prominence in the UK when he was cast as lead in ITV’s The Adventures of Sir Lancelot in the mid-1950s.
In 1963, he landed the Doctor Who role,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Kate McKinnon, Andy Samberg and ‘Doctor Who’ star Ncuti Gatwa have all joined Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman on the cast of the reimagining of the 1989 ‘The War of the Roses’ dark comedy ‘The Roses’.
Sunita Mani, Zoë Chao, Jamie Demetriou and Belinda Bromilow have also joined the cast.
The movie is said to focus on the picture-perfect couple Theo (Cumberbatch) and Ivy (Colman), who have successful careers, great kids and an enviable sex life. But underneath the façade of the perfect family is a tinderbox of competition and resentment that’s ignited when Theo’s professional dreams come crashing down.
Also in news – Josh Brolin joins Rian Johnson’s ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’
‘Meet the Parents’ helmer, Jay Roach will direct from a script from Tony McNamara. The story is based on the novel by Warren Adler.
Cumberbatch will produce the project under his production company SunnyMarch.
Sunita Mani, Zoë Chao, Jamie Demetriou and Belinda Bromilow have also joined the cast.
The movie is said to focus on the picture-perfect couple Theo (Cumberbatch) and Ivy (Colman), who have successful careers, great kids and an enviable sex life. But underneath the façade of the perfect family is a tinderbox of competition and resentment that’s ignited when Theo’s professional dreams come crashing down.
Also in news – Josh Brolin joins Rian Johnson’s ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’
‘Meet the Parents’ helmer, Jay Roach will direct from a script from Tony McNamara. The story is based on the novel by Warren Adler.
Cumberbatch will produce the project under his production company SunnyMarch.
- 6/5/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
The full ensemble cast is announced for the remake of 1989’s The War Of The Roses which will star Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch.
It’s been just over a month since we learned that Jay Roach would be remaking the 1989 relationship comedy, War Of The Roses and we now have a fuller idea of what the film’s cast looks like.
We already knew that the new adaptation would be starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman as the central couple, who just like Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner in the 1989 original, proceed with a nasty yet entertaining divorce.
A fresh report (via Deadline) has now confirmed that the film’s cast will be rounded out by Kate McKinnon, Andy Samberg and Doctor Who's Ncuti Gatwa.
McKinnon and Samberg are both established comedy stars who’ve led films themselves, so grabbing them both in supporting roles is a real coup.
It’s been just over a month since we learned that Jay Roach would be remaking the 1989 relationship comedy, War Of The Roses and we now have a fuller idea of what the film’s cast looks like.
We already knew that the new adaptation would be starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman as the central couple, who just like Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner in the 1989 original, proceed with a nasty yet entertaining divorce.
A fresh report (via Deadline) has now confirmed that the film’s cast will be rounded out by Kate McKinnon, Andy Samberg and Doctor Who's Ncuti Gatwa.
McKinnon and Samberg are both established comedy stars who’ve led films themselves, so grabbing them both in supporting roles is a real coup.
- 6/5/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
Explore the Cast of Sex Education 1. Asa Butterfield as Otis Milburn – 6ft (182.9 cm) 2. Emma Mackey as Maeve Wiley – 5ft 7 in. (170.2 cm) 3. Gillian Anderson as Jean Milburn – 5ft 2 ¼ in. (158.1 cm) 4. Ncuti Gatwa as Eric Effiong – 5ft 9 ¾ in. (177.2 cm) 5. Connor Swindells as Adam Groff – 6ft (182.9 cm) 6. Aimee Lou Wood as Aimee Gibbs – 5ft 6 in. (167.6 cm) 7. Kedar Williams-Stirling as Jackson Marchetti – 5ft 10 in. (178 cm) 8. Mimi Keene as Ruby Matthews – 5ft 2 ½ in. (158.8 cm) 9. Mikael Persbrandt as Jakob Nyman – 6ft 2 ½ in. (189 cm)
Discover the real faces behind the beloved characters of Sex Education as we take a sneak peek into the lives of the show’s talented cast.
This British series premiered on January 11, 2019. It introduced us to the intriguing world of hypersexual high school students seeking clarity and personal growth alongside a captivating mix of rising stars and recognizable figures. It made us all embark on a thrilling journey.
The fourth and final series...
Discover the real faces behind the beloved characters of Sex Education as we take a sneak peek into the lives of the show’s talented cast.
This British series premiered on January 11, 2019. It introduced us to the intriguing world of hypersexual high school students seeking clarity and personal growth alongside a captivating mix of rising stars and recognizable figures. It made us all embark on a thrilling journey.
The fourth and final series...
- 6/4/2024
- by Florie Mae Malapit
- Your Next Shoes
Exclusive: Kate McKinnon and Andy Samberg have joined the cast of Jay Roach’s The Roses, starring Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch. Ncuti Gatwa, Sunita Mani, Zoë Chao, Jamie Demetriou and Belinda Bromilow also are rounding out the cast of the film, which starts production this month. Written by Tony McNamara, The Roses is a reimagining of the 1989 classic The War of the Roses, based on the novel by Warren Adler.
The story revolves around Ivy (Colman) and Theo (Cumberbatch), the picture-perfect couple who have successful careers, great kids and an enviable sex life. But underneath the façade of the perfect family is a tinderbox of competition and resentments that’s ignited when Theo’s professional dreams come crashing down. Producers are Cumberbatch under his SunnyMarch banner with Adam Ackland and Leah Clarke, Colman under the South of the River banner with Ed Sinclair and Tom Carver, along with Roach and Michelle Graham.
The story revolves around Ivy (Colman) and Theo (Cumberbatch), the picture-perfect couple who have successful careers, great kids and an enviable sex life. But underneath the façade of the perfect family is a tinderbox of competition and resentments that’s ignited when Theo’s professional dreams come crashing down. Producers are Cumberbatch under his SunnyMarch banner with Adam Ackland and Leah Clarke, Colman under the South of the River banner with Ed Sinclair and Tom Carver, along with Roach and Michelle Graham.
- 6/4/2024
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
*Warning — this review contains some spoilers for 'Boom'*
Ever since Ncuti Gatwa took over the Tardis keys to become Doctor Who’s Fifteenth Doctor, things have been pretty non-stop for everybody’s favourite Time Lord. From playing cosmic catch with Neil Patrick Harris’ Toymaker in 60th anniversary special debut ‘The Giggle’, to scat-battling a goblin king with new companion Ruby Sunday (Gibson) in Christmas outing ‘The Church On Ruby Road’, to run-ins with space babies, bogeymen, Beatles, and the celestial embodiment of music itself in 'Space Babies' and 'The Devil's Chord', there’s barely been a moment for the Doctor — or indeed the show’s viewers — to take a breath. All of that changes with ‘Boom’, a stripped back, slowed down, and cheek-clenchingly suspenseful character study from former Who showrunner — and Weeping Angels creator — Steven Moffat.
After the outré musical spectacle and supernatural Jinkx Monsoon hijinks of last week’s...
Ever since Ncuti Gatwa took over the Tardis keys to become Doctor Who’s Fifteenth Doctor, things have been pretty non-stop for everybody’s favourite Time Lord. From playing cosmic catch with Neil Patrick Harris’ Toymaker in 60th anniversary special debut ‘The Giggle’, to scat-battling a goblin king with new companion Ruby Sunday (Gibson) in Christmas outing ‘The Church On Ruby Road’, to run-ins with space babies, bogeymen, Beatles, and the celestial embodiment of music itself in 'Space Babies' and 'The Devil's Chord', there’s barely been a moment for the Doctor — or indeed the show’s viewers — to take a breath. All of that changes with ‘Boom’, a stripped back, slowed down, and cheek-clenchingly suspenseful character study from former Who showrunner — and Weeping Angels creator — Steven Moffat.
After the outré musical spectacle and supernatural Jinkx Monsoon hijinks of last week’s...
- 6/4/2024
- by Jordan King
- Empire - TV
*Warning — this review contains some spoilers for '73 Yards'*
With last week’s incendiary chamber-piece ‘Boom’, Steven Moffat took Doctor Who back to basics, delivering in the process the first true classic of the show’s latest reboot. Give it some time, and Russell T. Davies’ follow up, '73 Yards', may yet prove to be its second. Emphatically swinging the series’ genre pendulum back from sci-fi to the supernatural, Davies' latest self-penned offering is a deliciously dark, near-Doctorless diversion into folk horror territory. Eerie, elegiac, and ambiguous almost to a fault, it's a properly haunting tale that’s destined to be talked about, debated, and theorised upon for years to come.
Right from the get-go, it’s clear this isn’t going to be your average episode of Doctor Who. A pointed lack of opening titles adds an extra chill to ‘73 Yards’’s cold open, which sees the Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa...
With last week’s incendiary chamber-piece ‘Boom’, Steven Moffat took Doctor Who back to basics, delivering in the process the first true classic of the show’s latest reboot. Give it some time, and Russell T. Davies’ follow up, '73 Yards', may yet prove to be its second. Emphatically swinging the series’ genre pendulum back from sci-fi to the supernatural, Davies' latest self-penned offering is a deliciously dark, near-Doctorless diversion into folk horror territory. Eerie, elegiac, and ambiguous almost to a fault, it's a properly haunting tale that’s destined to be talked about, debated, and theorised upon for years to come.
Right from the get-go, it’s clear this isn’t going to be your average episode of Doctor Who. A pointed lack of opening titles adds an extra chill to ‘73 Yards’’s cold open, which sees the Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa...
- 6/4/2024
- by Jordan King
- Empire - TV
Doctor Who is currently in full flow, with three episodes left of Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson’s first series before all the series 15 speculation and the long wait for the Christmas special begins. The peerless Inside No. 9 is also midway through its current (and final) run, with just two episodes to go, so catch up on that on BBC iPlayer if you haven’t been watching weekly.
Fans of British crime dramas are also eating well at the moment, from new Tudor-set murder mystery Shardlake, which comes adapted from Cj Sansom’s novel series and is available now on Disney+. Shardlake stars Arthur Hughes as the titular lawyer sent to investigate a murder at a monastery that Thomas Cromwell (Sean Bean) is determined to close down.
The second series of Belfast-set Blue Lights has recently concluded on BBC One, as has as the second series of Liverpool-set The Responder,...
Fans of British crime dramas are also eating well at the moment, from new Tudor-set murder mystery Shardlake, which comes adapted from Cj Sansom’s novel series and is available now on Disney+. Shardlake stars Arthur Hughes as the titular lawyer sent to investigate a murder at a monastery that Thomas Cromwell (Sean Bean) is determined to close down.
The second series of Belfast-set Blue Lights has recently concluded on BBC One, as has as the second series of Liverpool-set The Responder,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
The latest episode of ‘Doctor Who’ takes the Doctor and Ruby back in time to 1813 in a Bridgerton-inspired adventure. “Rogue,” the sixth episode of the fourteenth series of “Doctor Who,” takes the Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and Ruby (Millie Gibson) on a time-traveling journey to Bath, 1813. They attend a lavish ball at the Duchess […]
‘Doctor Who’ Episode ‘Rogue’ Review: Fun, Adventure, and Romance...
‘Doctor Who’ Episode ‘Rogue’ Review: Fun, Adventure, and Romance...
- 6/3/2024
- by Andrew Martins
- MemorableTV
Warning: Contains some spoilers for ‘Dot And Bubble’
For anyone who might’ve found last week’s folk horror-inflected episode of Doctor Who, ‘73 Yards’, a little too ambiguous, you’ll have no such quibbles with the series’ follow-up offering, ‘Dot And Bubble’. A candy-coloured cautionary tale about the perils of tech dependency and online echo chambers set in a world where everybody lives in literal social media bubbles, the fifth episode of Russell T. Davies’ Who reboot is about as subtle as a flatulent Slitheen. But unsubtle doesn’t necessarily mean ineffective, and despite the heavy-handedness of its opening throes, Davies’ Black Mirror-riffing latest eventually builds to a flooring sucker punch of a finale that would stop even Charlie Brooker in his tracks.
After the darkness of ‘Boom’ and the wintry chill of ‘73 Yards’, ‘Dot And Bubble’ sees Davies whisk viewers away to Finetime, a pastel-paletted, domed-in alien idyll populated by rich-kid human colonists.
For anyone who might’ve found last week’s folk horror-inflected episode of Doctor Who, ‘73 Yards’, a little too ambiguous, you’ll have no such quibbles with the series’ follow-up offering, ‘Dot And Bubble’. A candy-coloured cautionary tale about the perils of tech dependency and online echo chambers set in a world where everybody lives in literal social media bubbles, the fifth episode of Russell T. Davies’ Who reboot is about as subtle as a flatulent Slitheen. But unsubtle doesn’t necessarily mean ineffective, and despite the heavy-handedness of its opening throes, Davies’ Black Mirror-riffing latest eventually builds to a flooring sucker punch of a finale that would stop even Charlie Brooker in his tracks.
After the darkness of ‘Boom’ and the wintry chill of ‘73 Yards’, ‘Dot And Bubble’ sees Davies whisk viewers away to Finetime, a pastel-paletted, domed-in alien idyll populated by rich-kid human colonists.
- 6/3/2024
- by Jordan King
- Empire - TV
What is the Meaning of the Bubble in Doctor Who's S14 Dot and Bubble Episode? - Main Image
What is the meaning of the bubble in Doctor Who's Dot and Bubble episode? Episode six of season 14 shows The Doctor and Ruby in a dystopian 'bubble' world where they must save Lindy Pepper-Bean before it's too late.
Content Spoilers: This article contains spoilers for Doctor Who season 14, so proceed with caution.
The Doctor and Ruby Hijack Finetime's Technology
The Doctor (played by Ncuti Gatwa) and Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson) are trying to reach out to Lindy Pepper-Bean (Callie Cooke) through the same social network 'bubble', the same bubble that can be seen virtually surrounding her head.
The bubble in question here is Finetime's technology, which allows all forms of social interaction and communication (including their two-hour work a day) to be available at their fingertips. It also works as a...
What is the meaning of the bubble in Doctor Who's Dot and Bubble episode? Episode six of season 14 shows The Doctor and Ruby in a dystopian 'bubble' world where they must save Lindy Pepper-Bean before it's too late.
Content Spoilers: This article contains spoilers for Doctor Who season 14, so proceed with caution.
The Doctor and Ruby Hijack Finetime's Technology
The Doctor (played by Ncuti Gatwa) and Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson) are trying to reach out to Lindy Pepper-Bean (Callie Cooke) through the same social network 'bubble', the same bubble that can be seen virtually surrounding her head.
The bubble in question here is Finetime's technology, which allows all forms of social interaction and communication (including their two-hour work a day) to be available at their fingertips. It also works as a...
- 6/3/2024
- EpicStream
One of the most attractive qualities of Doctor Who is the fact that the show constantly changes the actors who play the main roles of the Doctor himself and his companions. While some may find the recasting annoying, as the actors whose characters you liked leave the show forever, others find that this change is what keeps the show interesting.
Besides, every Whovian has their own favorite Doctor. Whether it be the iteration you first saw on TV that made you fall in love with the chaotic universe, or the one that stole your heart while watching. Everyone gets to spend some quality time with their favorites. Former Doctors and their companions are no exception.
Which Doctor Is Karen Gillan’s Favorite?
Now known for her roles in the Jumanji remake and Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, Karen Gillan began her career as Amy Pond in Doctor Who. Alongside...
Besides, every Whovian has their own favorite Doctor. Whether it be the iteration you first saw on TV that made you fall in love with the chaotic universe, or the one that stole your heart while watching. Everyone gets to spend some quality time with their favorites. Former Doctors and their companions are no exception.
Which Doctor Is Karen Gillan’s Favorite?
Now known for her roles in the Jumanji remake and Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, Karen Gillan began her career as Amy Pond in Doctor Who. Alongside...
- 6/2/2024
- by virginia-singh@startefacts.com (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
The BBC has released first-look photos of Jonathan Groff’s Rogue character in Doctor Who, alongside new Doctor Ncuti Gatwa and his companion, Millie Gibson. The images show the trio dressed in Regency-era attire, with the Doctor sporting velvet tails. Groff’s character, a “mysterious” bounty hunter, is described as having a chill vibe with the Doctor. […]
First-Look Photos of Jonathan Groff’s Rogue Character in Doctor Who...
First-Look Photos of Jonathan Groff’s Rogue Character in Doctor Who...
- 6/2/2024
- by Noah Masire
- MemorableTV
Warning: contains plot spoilers for “Dot and Bubble”.
If you needed to know who the Fifteenth Doctor is, then “Space Babies” told you: he’s not just the guy who saves the babies from the monster, he also saves the monster itself. That episode established the Doctor and Ruby as equal opportunities rescuers; not only extending the hand of help to the adorable, but also to disgusting creatures made of snot. “That’s what you do,” explained Ruby in the series 14 opener, “you save everyone.”
As hero manifestos go, it couldn’t have been clearer. And then… it instantly stopped being true. Over the course of the next four episodes, the Doctor didn’t save a soul.
In “The Devil’s Chord”, John Lennon and Paul McCartney struck the chord that banished Maestro. In “Boom”, the AI version of dead Vater infected the ambulance system and saved Ruby’s life.
If you needed to know who the Fifteenth Doctor is, then “Space Babies” told you: he’s not just the guy who saves the babies from the monster, he also saves the monster itself. That episode established the Doctor and Ruby as equal opportunities rescuers; not only extending the hand of help to the adorable, but also to disgusting creatures made of snot. “That’s what you do,” explained Ruby in the series 14 opener, “you save everyone.”
As hero manifestos go, it couldn’t have been clearer. And then… it instantly stopped being true. Over the course of the next four episodes, the Doctor didn’t save a soul.
In “The Devil’s Chord”, John Lennon and Paul McCartney struck the chord that banished Maestro. In “Boom”, the AI version of dead Vater infected the ambulance system and saved Ruby’s life.
- 6/1/2024
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
Chris Carmack and his Grey’s Anatomy co-stars brought Kenergy to the set to celebrate the show’s season 20 finale.
The actors reenacted Ryan Gosling’s “I’m Just Ken” Oscars performance, with Carmack, who plays Dr. Atticus “Link” Lincoln in the ABC series, donning sunglasses, a faux fur coat similar to Gosling’s now-iconic white ensemble in Barbie, and a rainbow cowboy hat.
In a video posted to his social media, Carmack enlisted fellow stars Camilla Luddington, Natalie Morales, Jake Borelli, Anthony Hill, Kevin McKidd, Niko Terho, Harry Shum Jr. and James Pickens Jr for their take on the performance that took the Academy Awards for a storm. Together, they lip-synced the lyrics to the Oscar-nominated song.
Gosling performed the hit track onstage at the awards show in March, taking the stage with his fellow Kens, portrayed by Simu Liu, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Ncuti Gatwa and more, in hot pink tails and top hats.
The actors reenacted Ryan Gosling’s “I’m Just Ken” Oscars performance, with Carmack, who plays Dr. Atticus “Link” Lincoln in the ABC series, donning sunglasses, a faux fur coat similar to Gosling’s now-iconic white ensemble in Barbie, and a rainbow cowboy hat.
In a video posted to his social media, Carmack enlisted fellow stars Camilla Luddington, Natalie Morales, Jake Borelli, Anthony Hill, Kevin McKidd, Niko Terho, Harry Shum Jr. and James Pickens Jr for their take on the performance that took the Academy Awards for a storm. Together, they lip-synced the lyrics to the Oscar-nominated song.
Gosling performed the hit track onstage at the awards show in March, taking the stage with his fellow Kens, portrayed by Simu Liu, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Ncuti Gatwa and more, in hot pink tails and top hats.
- 6/1/2024
- by Christy Piña
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Warning: this Doctor Who review contains spoilers.
When teasing “Dot and Bubble”, Russell T Davies described the episode to Doctor Who Magazine as a “step into Black Mirror territory”. It certainly wears that inspiration on its sleeve, down to the specific instalment of Black Mirror it seems to be aping, “Nosedive”. The arch, vaguely Stepfordian tone, the broad swipe at social media, and the pastel tones of the production design are all very evocative of that episode of Charlie Brooker’s dark anthology show.
But this story of a far-future gated community where vapid rich kids are being systematically eaten alive by horrifying giant slugs also owes a tonal debt to Black Mirror. While for the most part a pitch-dark comedy, and generally pretty effective on that front, “Dot and Bubble” also shares Black Mirror’s self-consciously bleak world view, which – like the aforementioned vapid rich kids – takes some digesting.
When teasing “Dot and Bubble”, Russell T Davies described the episode to Doctor Who Magazine as a “step into Black Mirror territory”. It certainly wears that inspiration on its sleeve, down to the specific instalment of Black Mirror it seems to be aping, “Nosedive”. The arch, vaguely Stepfordian tone, the broad swipe at social media, and the pastel tones of the production design are all very evocative of that episode of Charlie Brooker’s dark anthology show.
But this story of a far-future gated community where vapid rich kids are being systematically eaten alive by horrifying giant slugs also owes a tonal debt to Black Mirror. While for the most part a pitch-dark comedy, and generally pretty effective on that front, “Dot and Bubble” also shares Black Mirror’s self-consciously bleak world view, which – like the aforementioned vapid rich kids – takes some digesting.
- 5/31/2024
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
You won’t have to go to a galaxy far, far away in order to get the latest installment of the Star Wars story. Coming in June on Disney+, fans will be treated to the new series “The Acolyte,” which travels back to the end of the galaxy’s High Republic Era. In a similar vein, also coming to the platform in the new month are the final episodes of Disney+’s first season as the streaming home for “Doctor Who.” You won’t want to miss any of the action as the Fifteenth Doctor attempts to save time and space.
Throughout June, Disney+ will also celebrate the 90th birthday of Donald Duck and premiere a new preschool-aimed series based on the iconic “Little Mermaid” film. As always, Disney+ will premiere titles that appear to all members of the family.
The company’s flagship streaming service has two subscription options.
Throughout June, Disney+ will also celebrate the 90th birthday of Donald Duck and premiere a new preschool-aimed series based on the iconic “Little Mermaid” film. As always, Disney+ will premiere titles that appear to all members of the family.
The company’s flagship streaming service has two subscription options.
- 5/31/2024
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
There’s quite the mystery surrounding the Doctor’s (Ncuti Gatwa) latest companion, Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson). And so far, over the course of Doctor Who Season 1 (the sci-fi series’ third), rather than answers, we’re just adding to the questions we have about her. The Doctor met Ruby in the Christmas special, both foundlings. The Doctor’s history has been covered in seasons’ past, while Ruby’s, that we know so far, is that she was left as a baby at a church. She’s trying to find her parents when she and the Doctor cross paths, but even he’s left puzzled about that night—and he’s traveled back to it! Below, we’re taking a look at the major questions we need answered about Ruby Sunday as the season continues. (Showrunner Russell T Davies told us that the mystery of Ruby runs throughout the season.) Who Is Ruby?...
- 5/31/2024
- TV Insider
The Time Lord and Ruby Sunday Land in a World of Harmony, but an Ancient Terror Lurks. The latest episode of Doctor Who, “Dot and Bubble,” airs Saturday, 1 June on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, and Disney+. In this episode, the Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and their companion, Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson), find themselves in the […]
Doctor Who: Dot and Bubble airs 1 June on Disney+, BBC One & iPlayer...
Doctor Who: Dot and Bubble airs 1 June on Disney+, BBC One & iPlayer...
- 5/30/2024
- by Noah Masire
- MemorableTV
While we're all enjoying the new season of Doctor Who, led by Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson as the 15th Doctor and Ruby Sunday, it's always a pleasure to take a trip down memory lane. However, not every episode of the show has been all sunshine and rainbows.
If anything, Doctor Who has always been the show that reminds viewers of the saddest parts of life. From the war in which the Doctor himself played a major role to the deaths of some of our favorite companions, there has been no shortage of heartbreaking episodes. Here are 10 newschool Doctor Who episodes that hurt every Whovian the most.
Deep Breath (S8E1)
It's always hard for viewers to adjust to the new Doctor, but it's an even harder task for the in-universe companion. Clara's reaction to the new incarnation of the Doctor, portrayed by Peter Capaldi, was shocking and heartbreaking,...
If anything, Doctor Who has always been the show that reminds viewers of the saddest parts of life. From the war in which the Doctor himself played a major role to the deaths of some of our favorite companions, there has been no shortage of heartbreaking episodes. Here are 10 newschool Doctor Who episodes that hurt every Whovian the most.
Deep Breath (S8E1)
It's always hard for viewers to adjust to the new Doctor, but it's an even harder task for the in-universe companion. Clara's reaction to the new incarnation of the Doctor, portrayed by Peter Capaldi, was shocking and heartbreaking,...
- 5/29/2024
- by virginia-singh@startefacts.com (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
Warning: contains spoilers for Doctor Who episode “73 Yards”.
Doctor-Lite stories have so far been very good, which raises the possibility that the thing that′s really holding back Doctor Who is Doctor Who.
As you may know, Ncuti Gatwa was finishing filming his last series of Sex Education for Netflix while “73 Yards” was being filmed, and so the episode was pushed onto the array of ′Doctor-Lite′ stories (put simply: ones in which the Doctor doesn′t appear very much). The idea of doubling up the filming of episodes and balancing the cast accordingly has been in place since the show returned in 2005, with it formally being named as a budget-saving strategy in 2007 with “Blink”. They may also be referred to as “double-banking” episodes where two episodes are filmed simultaneously and so the regular cast can’t substantially appear in both.
Doctor Who often gave its leads a holiday in the 1960s,...
Doctor-Lite stories have so far been very good, which raises the possibility that the thing that′s really holding back Doctor Who is Doctor Who.
As you may know, Ncuti Gatwa was finishing filming his last series of Sex Education for Netflix while “73 Yards” was being filmed, and so the episode was pushed onto the array of ′Doctor-Lite′ stories (put simply: ones in which the Doctor doesn′t appear very much). The idea of doubling up the filming of episodes and balancing the cast accordingly has been in place since the show returned in 2005, with it formally being named as a budget-saving strategy in 2007 with “Blink”. They may also be referred to as “double-banking” episodes where two episodes are filmed simultaneously and so the regular cast can’t substantially appear in both.
Doctor Who often gave its leads a holiday in the 1960s,...
- 5/29/2024
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
Millie Gibson this weekend offered her heartfelt thoughts on the Doctor Who episode that stirred opinions in fans of the long-running sci-fi franchise.
The “fifth” episode (including “The Church on Ruby Road”) of “Season 1” (or Season 14) opened with the Doctor (played by Ncuti Gatwa) and Ruby Sunday (Gibson) setting foot in Wales, immediately after which the former accidentally stepped his foot on a fairy circle comprised of string, charms and notes. Witchcraft ensued, abruptly disappearing the Doctor and leaving Ruby tethered to a mysterious and spooky af old woman who always stood exactly 73 yards away.
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The “fifth” episode (including “The Church on Ruby Road”) of “Season 1” (or Season 14) opened with the Doctor (played by Ncuti Gatwa) and Ruby Sunday (Gibson) setting foot in Wales, immediately after which the former accidentally stepped his foot on a fairy circle comprised of string, charms and notes. Witchcraft ensued, abruptly disappearing the Doctor and leaving Ruby tethered to a mysterious and spooky af old woman who always stood exactly 73 yards away.
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- 5/28/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
In the upcoming episode of “Doctor Who: Unleashed,” viewers are in for a treat as they witness Ncuti Gatwa’s debut on the iconic show. Joining the cast on his first day of filming for his inaugural season, Gatwa brings a fresh energy and talent to the beloved series. Fans can expect to be captivated by his performance as he immerses himself in the world of time travel and adventure alongside the Doctor.
Additionally, this episode takes viewers on a thrilling journey to the city of Finetime, where mysteries and surprises await. As the Tardis lands in this enigmatic location, the Doctor and the companions embark on a mission that will test their wit and courage. From encountering strange creatures to unraveling the secrets of Finetime, this episode promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
Moreover, the episode introduces Steffan as he steps into the role of a VFX assistant,...
Additionally, this episode takes viewers on a thrilling journey to the city of Finetime, where mysteries and surprises await. As the Tardis lands in this enigmatic location, the Doctor and the companions embark on a mission that will test their wit and courage. From encountering strange creatures to unraveling the secrets of Finetime, this episode promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
Moreover, the episode introduces Steffan as he steps into the role of a VFX assistant,...
- 5/26/2024
- by Posts UK
- TV Everyday
The excitement is building as Doctor Who fans eagerly await the release of the upcoming episode, Boom, written by the esteemed Steven Moffat. New promotional images have surfaced, featuring Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor and Millie Gibson as Ruby Sunday amidst what appears to be fiery chaos. Moffat’s Return After much anticipation, Moffat returns to Doctor Who with an episode that promises to be unique and compelling. Discussing his comeback, Moffat shared his admiration for fellow writers and how they influence his work. He mentioned Neil Simon as a writer whose comedy scripts are unparalleled, saying, one whom I suppose
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- 5/25/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
[This story contains spoilers from the Doctor Who season up to and including “73 Yards.”]
There aren’t many television shows that could, in the matter of only a few episodes, feature a monster made of boogers that terrorizes babies, a killer drag queen defeated by the power of music (with a little help from The Beatles) and a pointless religious war catalyzed by a capitalist algorithm.
But, not all shows are Doctor Who.
And since Disney+ acquired the long-running BBC science-fiction show, the Time Lord — now played by Ncuti Gatwa — in the quintessentially British show remains as quirky as ever.
The latest episode, penned by showrunner Russell T Davies, continues its unpredictable streak by donning the guise of folk-horror in an eerie decade-spanning epic that will have Whovians tapping their keyboards in forums for years to come.
Below, THR breaks down some questions viewers may have about “73 Yards” and the Disney+ season so far.
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Ncuti Gatwa...
There aren’t many television shows that could, in the matter of only a few episodes, feature a monster made of boogers that terrorizes babies, a killer drag queen defeated by the power of music (with a little help from The Beatles) and a pointless religious war catalyzed by a capitalist algorithm.
But, not all shows are Doctor Who.
And since Disney+ acquired the long-running BBC science-fiction show, the Time Lord — now played by Ncuti Gatwa — in the quintessentially British show remains as quirky as ever.
The latest episode, penned by showrunner Russell T Davies, continues its unpredictable streak by donning the guise of folk-horror in an eerie decade-spanning epic that will have Whovians tapping their keyboards in forums for years to come.
Below, THR breaks down some questions viewers may have about “73 Yards” and the Disney+ season so far.
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Ncuti Gatwa...
- 5/25/2024
- by Cameron K McEwan
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Warning: contains plot details for Doctor Who episode “73 Yards”.
Just when the new Doctor’s adventures had started to flow (from outer space to 1960s England to war-torn future planets), in new episode “73 Yards”, he vanishes. One minute: the Doctor’s there, enthusing about the Welsh landscape, and the next? Gone, leaving companion Ruby to work out her next moves alone.
In the story, the Doctor’s absence from “73 Yards” is explained by magic. He accidentally steps on and breaks a fairy circle. The circle’s charm is released and, though the Tardis remains as a monument, the Doctor is removed to parts unknown. After a bit of a timeline-averting rewind though, back he comes at the end and it’s business as usual next week.
In the real world, the Doctor had to be absent from “73 Yards” because Ncuti Gatwa had a schedule clash. His commitment to film the...
Just when the new Doctor’s adventures had started to flow (from outer space to 1960s England to war-torn future planets), in new episode “73 Yards”, he vanishes. One minute: the Doctor’s there, enthusing about the Welsh landscape, and the next? Gone, leaving companion Ruby to work out her next moves alone.
In the story, the Doctor’s absence from “73 Yards” is explained by magic. He accidentally steps on and breaks a fairy circle. The circle’s charm is released and, though the Tardis remains as a monument, the Doctor is removed to parts unknown. After a bit of a timeline-averting rewind though, back he comes at the end and it’s business as usual next week.
In the real world, the Doctor had to be absent from “73 Yards” because Ncuti Gatwa had a schedule clash. His commitment to film the...
- 5/25/2024
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
There are few hard and fast rules of time travel in the Doctor Who universe, but one seems to be that you can't cross your own timeline.
Is that what happened to Ruby on Doctor Who Season 1 Episode 4?
A story that began as a gothic horror tale turned into a journey through Ruby's timeline, and the ending led to more questions than answers. How did this story fit into the bigger mystery surrounding Ruby's birth?
Ruby Carried the Episode Alone
When the Doctor and a companion get separated, they usually work to find one another. This story, however, broke tradition by having Ruby travel alone for 65 years before things were restored to rights.
It's hard to know how to feel about that. Ruby's travels through her life and attempts to discover who the mysterious woman was were interesting, but it felt more like a spinoff short story than an episode of Doctor Who.
Is that what happened to Ruby on Doctor Who Season 1 Episode 4?
A story that began as a gothic horror tale turned into a journey through Ruby's timeline, and the ending led to more questions than answers. How did this story fit into the bigger mystery surrounding Ruby's birth?
Ruby Carried the Episode Alone
When the Doctor and a companion get separated, they usually work to find one another. This story, however, broke tradition by having Ruby travel alone for 65 years before things were restored to rights.
It's hard to know how to feel about that. Ruby's travels through her life and attempts to discover who the mysterious woman was were interesting, but it felt more like a spinoff short story than an episode of Doctor Who.
- 5/25/2024
- by Jack Ori
- TVfanatic
Doctor Who‘s latest season splashes onto Disney+ with Ncuti Gatwa making an impressive debut as the 15th Doctor. Gatwa’s performance, coupled with Russell T Davies’ return, has reinvigorated the beloved sci-fi series. Early reviews hail Gatwa as mesmerising and delightful, setting a high bar for this new chapter. First Two Episodes Hit the Ground Running The opening episodes, “Space Babies” and “The Devil’s Chord”, dropped on May 11, offering fans an early taste of what’s in store. Russell’s writing is incredibly fun,’ he shared, continuing to say that it was a wonderful, ‘interesting, and fresh new page. Despite a few
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- 5/24/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Doctor Who was on an unfortunate but undeniable decline over the past few years. The Doctors and their companions changed, but beneath the surface, the long-running series felt as if it were running in place.
Returning showrunner Russell T. Davies delivered three epic 60th anniversary episodes that were a much-appreciated return to form with a familiar Doctor and companion. However, there was a nagging concern that the upcoming series featuring the 15th Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) would feel too much like a nostalgia trip in the same-old Tardis. ...
Returning showrunner Russell T. Davies delivered three epic 60th anniversary episodes that were a much-appreciated return to form with a familiar Doctor and companion. However, there was a nagging concern that the upcoming series featuring the 15th Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) would feel too much like a nostalgia trip in the same-old Tardis. ...
- 5/24/2024
- by Stephen Robinson
- Primetimer
In episode four of Doctor Who series 14, the 15th Doctor and Ruby land on the coastal cliffs of modern-day Wales. The views are amazing and they can’t see another person for miles. However, a fluke results in the Doctor disappearing and Ruby must figure out on her own how to get him back.
Episodes like “73 Yards” where the Doctor’s screen time is considerably shortened, are referred to as Doctor-lite episodes. They’re either made because of a scheduling conflict (Ncuti Gatwa was finishing his final season of Sex Education while “73 Yards” was being filmed) or due to a budgetary need to film two episodes simultaneously, as happened with series three’s Blink.
Den of Geek interviewed Millie Gibson and Ncuti Gatwa on why “73 Yards” is Ruby’s most memorable episode this series.
“The first script I read from Russell T. Davies was “73 Yards”, and as soon as I read it,...
Episodes like “73 Yards” where the Doctor’s screen time is considerably shortened, are referred to as Doctor-lite episodes. They’re either made because of a scheduling conflict (Ncuti Gatwa was finishing his final season of Sex Education while “73 Yards” was being filmed) or due to a budgetary need to film two episodes simultaneously, as happened with series three’s Blink.
Den of Geek interviewed Millie Gibson and Ncuti Gatwa on why “73 Yards” is Ruby’s most memorable episode this series.
“The first script I read from Russell T. Davies was “73 Yards”, and as soon as I read it,...
- 5/24/2024
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
June is busting out all over, especially on streaming. Whether it’s hiding from the heat or taking a break from school and work, Disney+ and Hulu are here to satisfying your mid-year entertainment needs.
Disney+ will premiere the first new live-action Star Wars since 2023’s middling to “The Mandalorian” Season 3 and “Ahsoka” with “The Acolyte,” starring “Squid Game” breakout Lee Jung-jae. The series is set before the events of “The Phantom Menace” with a familiar master-padawan storyline but new characters and a new era where that dynamic unfolds. The streamer will also premiere various new options for kids and family-friendly programming, as well as new episodes of “Doctor Who” starring Ncuti Gatwa.
On Hulu, FX comes in hot for the summer, along with an adaptation of Candice Carty-Williams’s “Queenie,” the brat-pack documentary “Brats,” and yes — more “Love Island.” The TV and film library continues to shift with new and expiring titles,...
Disney+ will premiere the first new live-action Star Wars since 2023’s middling to “The Mandalorian” Season 3 and “Ahsoka” with “The Acolyte,” starring “Squid Game” breakout Lee Jung-jae. The series is set before the events of “The Phantom Menace” with a familiar master-padawan storyline but new characters and a new era where that dynamic unfolds. The streamer will also premiere various new options for kids and family-friendly programming, as well as new episodes of “Doctor Who” starring Ncuti Gatwa.
On Hulu, FX comes in hot for the summer, along with an adaptation of Candice Carty-Williams’s “Queenie,” the brat-pack documentary “Brats,” and yes — more “Love Island.” The TV and film library continues to shift with new and expiring titles,...
- 5/23/2024
- by Proma Khosla
- Indiewire
Running for more than 60 years, Doctor Who has gone through many different changes, and the change of actors is one of them. The Doctor's ability to change his face was written into the show's premise as a process of regeneration that takes the place of death. Then it was just a matter of casting the best possible Doctor.
From Christopher Eccleston to Jodie Whittaker, every single version of the Doctor has been amazing and has its own fanbase. However, the fandom is always left wondering who will be the next Doctor, and if there is even a possibility for the next Doctor to come.
How Many Regenerations Does the Doctor Have?
Even though Doctor Who is set in the universe where anything is possible, fans still try to make sense of its rules. At least when those rules affect the titular character himself, as regeneration does. For some time, fans...
From Christopher Eccleston to Jodie Whittaker, every single version of the Doctor has been amazing and has its own fanbase. However, the fandom is always left wondering who will be the next Doctor, and if there is even a possibility for the next Doctor to come.
How Many Regenerations Does the Doctor Have?
Even though Doctor Who is set in the universe where anything is possible, fans still try to make sense of its rules. At least when those rules affect the titular character himself, as regeneration does. For some time, fans...
- 5/23/2024
- by virginia-singh@startefacts.com (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
The series finale of Ncuti Gatwa’s debut series of Doctor Who will be shown in cinemas around the UK, here are the details.
Doctor Who being streamed to cinemas is a relatively recent phenomenon, discounting Dr Who And The Daleks and Daleks: 2150 Ad, the Peter Cushing films made for cinema release in 1965 and 1966. 50th anniversary special Day Of The Doctor was beamed to cinemas in 2013, as was Peter Capaldi’s debut episode Deep Breath in 2014. Now? There’s more!
The BBC has announced that Empire Of Light, the finale of this year’s series of Doctor Who, will be streamed to cinemas, along with preceding episode The Legend Of Ruby Sunday, courtesy of CinemaLive.
Showrunner Russell T Davies previously teased the finale of season one by saying “this is a great big rip-roaring finale with the Doctor, Ruby and friends old and new fighting the greatest enemy of their lives.
Doctor Who being streamed to cinemas is a relatively recent phenomenon, discounting Dr Who And The Daleks and Daleks: 2150 Ad, the Peter Cushing films made for cinema release in 1965 and 1966. 50th anniversary special Day Of The Doctor was beamed to cinemas in 2013, as was Peter Capaldi’s debut episode Deep Breath in 2014. Now? There’s more!
The BBC has announced that Empire Of Light, the finale of this year’s series of Doctor Who, will be streamed to cinemas, along with preceding episode The Legend Of Ruby Sunday, courtesy of CinemaLive.
Showrunner Russell T Davies previously teased the finale of season one by saying “this is a great big rip-roaring finale with the Doctor, Ruby and friends old and new fighting the greatest enemy of their lives.
- 5/23/2024
- by Jake Godfrey
- Film Stories
With the eagerly anticipated 2024 season, Doctor Who is set to embark on a thrilling journey through time and space. This season sees Ncuti Gatwa stepping into the shoes of the Fifteenth Doctor, with Millie Gibson portraying his companion, Ruby Sunday. The pair first appeared together in the December special The Giggle, setting the stage for a new era of adventures. New Episodes in Store The new season kicks off on May 10, with eight exciting episodes in total. The premiere introduces us to the mysterious and talking “space babies.” While this concept sounds whimsical, showrunner Russell T Davies ensures
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- 5/22/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
With the eagerly anticipated 2024 season, Doctor Who is set to embark on a thrilling journey through time and space. This season sees Ncuti Gatwa stepping into the shoes of the Fifteenth Doctor, with Millie Gibson portraying his companion, Ruby Sunday. The pair first appeared together in the December special The Giggle, setting the stage for a new era of adventures. New Episodes in Store The new season kicks off on May 10, with eight exciting episodes in total. The premiere introduces us to the mysterious and talking “space babies.” While this concept sounds whimsical, showrunner Russell T Davies ensures
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- 5/22/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
This Doctor Who article contains spoilers.
The Doctor’s adventures in space and time often put things out of order. But the third episode of series 14 may have outdone itself. The latest episode of Doctor Who, the Steven Moffat-penned “Boom,” finds the Doctor stepping on landmine constructed by Villengard, the largest weapons manufacturer in the galaxy.
It’s an incredibly tense episode, one that gives new Doctor Ncuti Gatwa another opportunity to show off his ability to play vulnerable and unknowable at the same time, as well as showcase Mille Gibson’s Ruby, cementing her place as a worthy companion. The quality shouldn’t come as too much as a surprise, given that “Boom” comes from one of the most acclaimed writers of the NuWho era, his first under returning showrunner Russell T Davies.
And yet, “Boom” has left some fans with a lingering question: why didn’t the Doctor solve everything?...
The Doctor’s adventures in space and time often put things out of order. But the third episode of series 14 may have outdone itself. The latest episode of Doctor Who, the Steven Moffat-penned “Boom,” finds the Doctor stepping on landmine constructed by Villengard, the largest weapons manufacturer in the galaxy.
It’s an incredibly tense episode, one that gives new Doctor Ncuti Gatwa another opportunity to show off his ability to play vulnerable and unknowable at the same time, as well as showcase Mille Gibson’s Ruby, cementing her place as a worthy companion. The quality shouldn’t come as too much as a surprise, given that “Boom” comes from one of the most acclaimed writers of the NuWho era, his first under returning showrunner Russell T Davies.
And yet, “Boom” has left some fans with a lingering question: why didn’t the Doctor solve everything?...
- 5/20/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
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