Doctor Who
Summary
As the expectancy aroundDoctor Who ’s sixtieth anniversary builds , these ten level act as a crucial refresher course , put the stage for some of the show ’s most beloved fiber come back . With Donna Noble ( Catherine Tate ) , the Doctor ( David Tennant ) , and the Toymaker ( Neil Patrick Harris ) all realize comebacks in 2023 , revisit their past adventure is substantive for a utter viewing experience . These narratives offer invaluable insight into quality traits , confederation , and the intricate web of the Whoniverse onward ofDoctor Who ’s first sixtieth anniversary special installment , " The Star Beast . "
ExploringpastDoctor Whostoriesnot only rekindle the nostalgia assort with Donna , the 10th doc , and the Toymaker but also provides context for their growth and evolution . witness can rediscover the alchemy between Donna and the 10th Doctor , and witness what made them one of the most iconic Doctor - fellow traveler duet . Additionally , understand the Toymaker ’s oracular past and motivations adds crucial background to the upcoming storyline , allowing looker to familiarize themselves with his mogul and power . AsDoctor Whoprepares to keep its 60th anniversary , this retrospective journeying promise a trip down memory lane and a profound appreciation for the return of some of the Whoniverse ’s most fascinating number .
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10Doctor Who Season 3, Episode 7 - “The Celestial Toymaker”
The only previous live-action appearance of the Toymaker in Doctor Who
Released in April 1966 , " The Celestial Toymaker " starred the First Doctor ( William Hartnell ) and his companions Dodo and Steven . The story unfolded over the course of four captivating episodes : " The Celestial Toyroom , " " The Hall Of Dolls , " " The Dancing Floor , " and " The Final Test . " This memorable serial introduced viewers toDoctor Who ’s maniacal Toymaker , the immortal entity at the heart of the coming anniversary specials . Although the Doctor appear to defeat the all-powerful being at his own plot , the Toymaker hinted toward making his recurrence - one he would finally wait over 50 years for .
At the time of composition , " The Final run " is the only episode of " The Celestial Toymaker " notice in the BBC archives . The other three remain missing .
9Doctor Who Season 7, Episode 1 - “Spearhead From Space”
The Doctor formally joins UNIT
UNIT will play a considerable function inDoctor Who ’s future , both in the upcoming sixtieth day of remembrance specials , andDoctor Whoseason 14 asterisk Ncuti Gatwa . While 1970 ’s " Spearhead from Space " was not UNIT ’s first appearing inDoctor Who- that come up two years prior in " The Invasion " - the episode did label the moment Jon Pertwee ’s Doctor formally joined UNIT as a scientific consultant . As such , " Spearhead from infinite " is perhaps the adept introduction for those seeking a crash - course in UNIT and its role inDoctor Who . Additionally , UNIT ’s current drawing card , Kate Stewart , is the daughter of the original commander , Brigadier Lethbridge - Stewart .
8Doctor Who 2005 Christmas Special - “The Christmas Invasion”
First full episode starring David Tennant as the Tenth Doctor
TheDoctor WhoChristmas special from 2005 is the pure gateway to the 60th anniversary specials , since itmarked the Tenth Doctor ’s official debut in the series . A must - ascertain for David Tennant fans , the sixty - minute special bring home the bacon priceless brainstorm into the Tenth Doctor ’s lineament , mode , and ability . " The Christmas Invasion " not only introduced the witty , canny , and drear role that defines the 10th Doctor , but it also included a critical here and now that sets up a major plot line for the Doctor and Donna : the severing of the Tenth Doctor ’s hand .
7Doctor Who 2006 Christmas Special - “The Runaway Bride”
Donna’s first appearance in Doctor Who
Just as " The Christmas Invasion " is crucial for interpret David Tennant ’s portrayal of the Doctor , the following year ’s merry instalment , " The Runaway Bride , " is life-sustaining for understanding Donna Noble . Catherine Tate had antecedently been known for her comedy study on British TV , and while her humor certainly shine through in this Christmas excursion , Donna also certify plenteous amounts of centre , emotion , and depth . These quality finally resulted in Tate return as a full - timeDoctor Whocompanion . For a full picture of Donna ’s return in 2023 , revisiting her introduction in " The Runaway Bride " is a must .
6Doctor Who Season 4, Episode 1 - “Partners In Crime”
Doctor & Donna reunited
TheDoctor Whoseason 4 premiere was one of the most important chapters in Donna - Doctor history , markingthe official introduction of Donna as a full - meter companion . " Partners in Crime " saw The Doctor and Donna work together to thwart the malign Matron ’s programme of forcing clueless participants into a sinister weight - exit computer programme . The humorous moral force between the Doctor and Donna was on full presentation here , and will give audiences a appreciation of the infective onscreen chemistry between David Tennant and Catherine Tate they can await to see inDoctor Who ’s day of remembrance special .
5Doctor Who Season 4, Episode 8 - “Silence In The Library”
The beginning of the end for Donna Noble
" secretiveness in the Library " wasone of the last dangerous undertaking that the Tenth Doctor and Donna Nobleshared together . Taking the 10th Doctor and Donna to a library devoid of human life , and forcing them to bring out the horrifying truths of its secrets , thisDoctor Whoseason 4 offering was a tearjerker , famouslyforeshadowingDonna ’s eventual exit fromDoctor Who . Not only did thisDoctor Whostory feature several profound moments in Ten and Donna ’s history , it also introduced audiences to the inherent fiber of River Song ( Alex Kingston ) .
4Doctor Who Season 4, Episode 11 - “Turn Left”
Donna meets Rose (the first one)
Doctor Whoseason 4 ’s " Turn Left"was a innovational entering in the Whoniverse . One of modernDoctor Who ’s rare Doctor - lite episodes , " sour Left " pore more heavily upon Donna , andmarked the first major reappearance of Rose Tyler come after her way out . " ferment Left " launched Donna Noble into a parallel world that show just how much of an shock she had on The Doctor ’s life , revealing to audiences what would happen if Donna never met the Tenth Doctor . This floor is authoritative for understand the genuine astuteness of the bond between Donna and the Doctor forward ofDoctor Who ’s 60th day of remembrance .
3Doctor Who Season 4, Episodes 12 & 13 - “The Stolen Earth” & “Journey’s End”
Donna’s memories are wiped
ThisDoctor Whostory arrest one of the most touching and worked up moment in Ten and Donna ’s history , and will be directly referenced in the forthcoming day of remembrance specials . " Journey ’s End"featured the introduction of Doctor Donna , in which Donna suck the power of the Time Lords . The introduction of Doctor Donna acted as a catalyst to one of the most heartrending moments in the Whoniverse , whenthe Tenth Doctor wiped Donna ’s storage in guild to bring through her aliveness . From that point forward , Donna has had no recollection of who The Doctor is or their clip together . This crucial moment will be revisited heavily inDoctor Who ’s upcoming specials .
2Doctor Who 2010 Specials - “The End Of Time, Part Two”
The Tenth Doctor reluctantly says goodbye
" The End of Time , Part Two " was an emotionally lodge , action - packed special that markedthe last time David Tennant seem as the 10th doc . In the heartrending sexual climax , the Tenth Doctor spent sentence giving formal goodbyes to his most beloved companions , including a newlywed Donna . The Doctor also left Donna the small wedding giving of a drawing tag . revisit this story would service as a gravid reminder of where the Tenth Doctor left off , and also of Donna ’s status before of both characters returning in the sixtieth day of remembrance specials .
1Doctor Who 2022 Specials: “The Power Of The Doctor”
The Fourteenth Doctor’s debut appearance
" The Power of the doc " is the arrant segue into theDoctor Who60th anniversary special , since its events straight off precede them . Witness the heartbreaking event lead up to the introduction of the Fourteenth Doctor , as the Thirteenth Doctor was forced into regeneration to face a redoubtable alliance of CyberMasters , Daleks , and the Master . As the third and finalDoctor Whospecial of 2022 , " The Power of the Doctor " remain a groundbreaking second in the Whoniverse . It not only signaled the coming of the Fourteenth Doctor and reunited viewers with darling eccentric like Kate Stewart , but it was alsothe first clock time the Doctor regenerated into a previous descriptor onscreen .
