Behind the Regeneration 🔥 | The Power of the Doctor | Doctor Who

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[@SamSparks95]

William Russell coming back at the age of 97 is so amazing! It's crazy to see him here, and know he was in the first EVER episode of this show we've come to love. He was there when it started, everyone unsure of it's success, and he's here now, at such a special occassion, seeing the show that he helped bring to life making so many people happy and bringing so many talented actors together. I can only imagine the pride he must feel. Edit: Spelling

[@Albotextras]

As a first doctor fan, I was screaming when I saw him.

[@Mitchob1012]

He's HOW OLD!? My man is looking excellent

[@scottpeacock5492]

lol

[@Yardnoc3103]

Also he's been wanting to cameo since it came back in 2005 but health reasons kept getting in the way. It was short but I freaked out when I saw Ian Cheston.

[@theunknown1991]

@@Mitchob1012 duh

[@IndianaKong95]

I met Colin Baker back in 2015 at a convention, the only Doctor I've actually gotten to meet (so far), but he made it a point to tell everyone there he wanted the Doctor to become a woman, that it was time. To hear Colin called Jodie "the Boss" actually means so much to me because of that memory, he was ALWAYS a strong supporter. I'm so happy they got to film together.

[@shameronallen1184]

@babyhot_' Shut up.

[@xaviergordon1343]

That's crazy I've also met Colin Baker around about that time might have been the same convention, really nice guy

[@Globalman43]

@@xaviergordon1343 He deserves credit and people need to stop criticizing Jodie Whitaker. The problem isn’t her, but those so called fans. They are going to have a problem with Nucuti Gatwa because of his skin color. Sci-fi fans need to get over their racism and sexism.

[@TantPlant]

I met Colin myself around 2018, December. It was an absolutely magical moment, we had a brilliant chat about his era and I was stoked to recite his opening phrase to him. He's a lovely man at heart and probably one of the most brilliant.

[@os-zodiac]

I was going to meet the 9th doctor but he had to cancel to work on the doctor who Audio Drama

[@linkgrinmbn]

I would love for Sacha Dhawan to continue playing the master, he is a brilliant actor

[@jameskilgour387]

Seconded, i really hope we get to see him with a better writer behind the helm so we can see what he can actually do. Sadly not something we'll get to see with Mandeep or Jodie (probably) for Dr Who.

[@peterd788]

He was the best thing about the episode even though it was a total mess and Chibnall completely misunderstands regeneration. This isn't surprising because he completely misunderstands everything about the Doctor.

[@db5094]

@@peterd788 is the misunderstanding part referring to the change in clothes?

[@fairycat23]

I want him to continue. Unfortunately, everywhere I look, there's talk about him "stepping down" as the Master, as if it's a given.

[@dhobeika]

Same. He brings so much charisma and really channels the insanity. The forced regeneration was unexpected.

[@MushroomHaterProductions]

"Tag, you're it." I love that the Thirteenth Doctor's last words are different in a positive, optimistic way. Jodie Whittaker, you were brilliant.

[@jamesgoldblatt5850]

Agreed.

[@misterjkplays3920]

Sooo eleven's speech at the end just doesn't exist.

[@misterjkplays3920]

I'll be it not as optimistic but optimistic nonetheless

[@misterjkplays3920]

@@ThetaSigma-vu1sk I never said they didn't I'm just pointing out a doctor's last words that go unmentioned.

[@Devyn89]

I LOVED that being her last line. Just brilliant

[@alphacode5]

i feel there is a given that the actors for doctor and companion forge a friendship working together so long, but you can really see the special bond that forms between some specific actors like david and catherine or peter and jenna and seeing the interviews and interactions between them i feel like jodie and mandip have that type of friendship

[@10thdoctor15]

Or Troughton and Hines.

[@sciencemama6801]

Yep too bad they hardly ever let that shine through on the show for Jodie & Mandip. (And by "they" I am referring to the writers, or maybe just Chris.)

[@The-Doctor6969]

@@sciencemama6801 so sad. the chemistry between them was never utilized. Yaz should have been her companion from day 1, or Ryan. The full ass cast fucked it

[@martinmorles1]

Jodie and Mandip really nailed those last scenes really felt their love for each other on and off screen. I am glad how Yaz went put, got her moment with her Doctor, parted ways on good terms and thankfully none of the companions died.

[@purefoldnz3070]

what moment? She ate icecream and went home. What a cop out.

[@CWazBroadwayBandGeek]

@@purefoldnz3070 As much as a kiss would’ve been great, think about it. If that did happen, Yaz never would’ve gotten to experience that feeling ever again. It would’ve been soul destroying. It would’ve been harder for Yaz to leave.

[@martinmorles1]

@Cheap Finish Productions Amy , rory , Clara, Bill all died.

[@gavenos]

@@martinmorles1 clara is still out there

[@junker-f3m]

@@CWazBroadwayBandGeek yeah imagine if there was something emotionally affecting in a TV show, what a nightmare

[@BrotherTree1]

I love how they made it about celebrating the companions too towards the end. That was what brought me to tears leading up to the final regeneration.

[@timlemmens1087]

Chibnall got the memo.

[@g1xrider13]

It’s funny how because they worked together on Broadchurch, David was one of the first people Jodie called that she was going to be the next Doctor and now she regenerated into him.

[@timlemmens1087]

David apparently texted her back when he filmed his part of the scene.

[@Seraphatum]

The 13th Doctor did, what the 12th Doctor counseled. She saw the world through the eyes of a child again and left all the sorrow behind filled with new courage and curiosity. She loved being herself. Ready again to walk in eternity under a swift sunrise. Vale Jodie

[@tobiasgabrielfranco7560]

She'd run fast, laughed hard, was kind.

[@sola_is_chilling]

@@tobiasgabrielfranco7560 she never ate pears.

[@Seraphatum]

@@tobiasgabrielfranco7560 She loved being herself.

[@ironicanimations]

Heck yeah :D

[@cmorrisx]

and she never had pears!

[@carrastealth]

Jodie was one of the most positive, optimistic Doctors we've had. She was the first Doctor that felt like they were beginning to heal somewhat from the events of the Time War and was starting to find that wonder and joy and love in things again. She is everything 12 wished to be and said to be before Regenerating. "Basic stuff first: Never be cruel, never be cowardly. And never, ever eat pears! Remember: Hate is always foolish, and love is always wise. Always try to be nice, and never fail to be kind. Laugh hard! Run fast! Be Kind." this is Jodie's Doctor to the fullest extent. So whenever people try to say she "wasn't acting like The Doctor" they couldn't be further from the truth. Maybe 9, 10, 11, 12 were still dealing with the pain of all that happened and still carried that with them and hadn't healed. But 12 made sure to try to ask whomever they were about to be next to be all these things, and 13 was. She was The Doctor, she is The Doctor. And she went through so many things that would cause trauma, try to break her, and push her through an existential crisis. But she never let it break her. And even at the end, she regenerated with a smile, optimistic, and excited about the future. The Doctor needed someone like 13, and 13 is the first Doctor whose companions didn't leave through tragedy. She got them all back home, all safe and sound. That is something 9, 10, 11 and 12 didn't get to accomplish, they got to see 13 do it. And that's enough. 13 will always be in my Top 3 favorite Doctors. And I wish, like she did, that she'd had more time.

[@harleysveltan7724]

This!!

[@ironicanimations]

YES!

[@autdroid6078]

Highly agreed, I'm not sure about the podium order but my top three reboot doctors are definitely 9, 12, and 13.

[@IcyLightning00]

@@autdroid6078 What about 11

[@autdroid6078]

@@IcyLightning00 sentimental value because he's the first doctor I watched consistently as a kid, plus Matt Smith is a v charismatic actor made such an expressive and personable doctor. But ultimately I am more attached to the three I mentioned before, also don't like the writing in places for Smith's run.

[@yousefayyad7579]

The doctor inspired my childhood, made be stop being so socially isolated. Here I am, doing my first year of medicine. Literally my only reason was The doctor, it was the only reason I needed

[@LastGleaming8]

Of course, Colin called Jodie the boss, he's such a cool guy!

[@mikebasil4832]

Indeed. I appreciated how Colin had so open-heartedly supported Jodie from the start.

[@JSP_1147]

Colin Baker is the best doctor!

[@timlemmens1087]

Colin has been wearing Jodie's shirt at conventions, clearly he is a big fan.

[@timlemmens1087]

@Pardip Basra The first actor to play the Doctor that I met in person, so he holds a special place in my heart.

[@hotdog1214]

@@timlemmens1087 How weird, that's the same for me. I was only a teenager when I met him in the 90s so I was pretty star struck but he was a lovely guy, so warm and friendly. It is one of my most enduring memories.

[@davidyoung5114]

We said goodbye to William Russell not long ago at age 98. I believe it was noted in one obituary that the length of time between his first portrayal of his character, Ian Chesterton, and the last (1963 - 2022) made the Guinness World Book of Records for one actor playing the same character. Bravo, Sir!

[@joshmore7175]

Jodie Whittaker. You absolute legend. Your doctor was kind, optimistic, full of wonder, heart and love.

[@jefersonmedeiros9545]

Master and Yasz shouting at eachother in the TARDIS is the Best scene. Sacha is Such a great and commited actor

[@163andyc]

I remember the first episode with William Russell , it's brilliant to see him alive and well and included in this episode.

[@leeci33]

Most beautiful regeneration scene! I love that she even stepped outside instead of destroying the inner Tardis with all that power.

[@ayushgarg423]

She stepped outside in a beautiful place where she regenerates it's so beautiful to see her , be any doctor all their regeneration scenes were impeccable.

[@martinteece8983]

I be honest aswell Sacha was so deep in the master role, it was Joyce to watch, especially the scientist about tectonic plates.

[@robinnes2662]

It was a truly excellent episode. Loved it. The Guardians of the Edge scene made me cry, it was so perfectly done, and then for Tegan and Ace to get scenes with their Doctors, it was just amazing. How that’s never been done before in thirteen series is ridiculous. Sacha is such a brilliant Master, probably my favourite- I hope RTD keeps him. Jodie has been a great Doctor. Not always given the best of episodes, but I think the whole team went out on a huge high here, probably my favourite regeneration episode.

[@AdminCyn]

I must admit, this completely blew me away. This was one of the best regeneration scenes I have ever seen! The cliff regeneration scene was really emotional. The Doctor is just stood there, looking at a beautiful view. The line 'Tag, you're it' is extremely deep, and it really touched me. The music was *fantastic* and the scene was *brilliant* . By far my favorite regeneration. I'll miss you Jodie

[@purefoldnz3070]

very strange regeneration. One minute she's fighting against it and gets to come back and the next second she's killed by a red laser and is like "okay I'll die now." Then all her companions leave her while she's dying?? What?

[@dochedgehog]

@@purefoldnz3070 she literally said she wanted to do this one alone

[@jmcfar03]

@@purefoldnz3070 maybe because beforehand it was forced and she was turned into the master?? does it not make sense that perhaps she's ok with regeneration in the context that she'll remain the doctor rather than being hijacked

[@hotdog1214]

I thought Twelves regeneration couldn't be topped but here we are. I wasn't expecting to get invested in it so much but it was just so beautiful, emotionally and visually, the concise yet peaceful, playful tone and ending on Thirteens theme just elevated it. Perfection.

[@looneyburgmusic]

ffs, it was, like the rest of this Doctor's time, some of the worst Dr. Who in history

[@TwistedHound14]

For the first time in all of this Era I thought mandip was BRILLIANT. Yaz was a total badass this episode. Really feel like she was under served this Era. Glad I finally got to see her awsome potential. Jodie was also brilliant and I thought it was a wonderful send off to her character.

[@hotdog1214]

Exactly. Yaz has always been underwhelming as a companion and I'm both happy and sad; that she finally got to show her potential but that it's in the last episode so we won't get it again. I wish this had happened earlier in her run. I wonder if it just shows that if she were the only companion rather than one of a group, we may have had it sooner. At least it ended on a high.

[@silbertmcg]

Haven't loved the Chibnall era, but Jodie was nothing but a class act every step of the way and, "tag, you're it" might be the most appropriate last line for any doctor yet!! Here's hoping for some incredible Big Finish stories featuring Jodie and Mandip in the coming years!!!

[@timlemmens1087]

As Chibnall said in a podcast, before Broadchurch Jodie had only been in film. So, technically the Doctor is a step down from what she did before. Be glad she wanted to do it.

[@NileSWPhotography]

@@timlemmens1087nah she wasn’t a good doctor sorry 😂 should’ve stayed in film

[@timlemmens1087]

@@NileSWPhotography That's your personal opinion. Have a nice day.

[@NileSWPhotography]

@@timlemmens1087 I never said it wasn’t my personal opinion. Don’t need you to tell me that. Let’s be glad she’s gone and look forward to the 60th and RTD2!

[@timlemmens1087]

@@NileSWPhotography She might have a cameo in the 60th.

[@Mr.-Roybot]

I remember in interviews when she was first announced as the Doctor, there was a story about how David Tennant spoke to Chris Chibnall on the phone and said that the next person that would call is the Doctor and it was Jodie Whittaker. I like to think that Jodie had a similar phone call when it came to David.

[@MurrayCohenbluesandwhisky]

A great 2 hour episode. I really enjoyed it as someone who has been watching Dr. Who since the 1960's, from a kid to a senior citizen.

[@gamesystemaddict3949]

You're comment warmed my heart. Thank you for posting!

[@Zoggyblog]

The ending was perfect, the acting was perfect, & sorry was just BRILLIANT! It was great seeing the TARDIS team have the Doctor's back as it shows the Doctors true power: friendship.But also how the Doctor realises on them as much as they to her.

[@Devyn89]

Yesss! The power of the doctor is their friends

[@jamesboston7457]

This genuinely was the best episode I’ve seen in a very long time what an incredible end for Jodie and bringing back all those legends and the man who started it all wow good job

[@lightwxnderer]

So brilliant to see Paul McGann as The Eighth Doctor back again!! And such a beautiful regeneration scene for Jodie!

[@timlemmens1087]

McGann also got his first appearance in a proper episode.

[@djpookie2000]

This is so fun to watch. Ace and Tegan being back brought a tear to my eye. Keep bringing back the classics!

[@richardjohnson9543]

Thank goodness the Doctor remembered to leave the Tardis and regenerate outside this time

[@abbycollins]

She’s certainly glad about that too 😅

[@EstherMcCrystal]

I've loved Doctor Who for a really long time. I think I'll always love it. I've always felt skeptical of every new regeneration before I learned to love that version of the Doctor, Jodie's version captured my heart from scene one. There was no skepticism or nervousness about how she would compare to the other doctors. She nailed it and I'm so delighted to have gotten the chance to travel with her and Yaz and the others in those seasons. She's positive, she kind, she's optimistic and selfless and heroic. I'm inspired. Thank you, Jodie Whittaker, for a job so well done.

[@DandyT1990]

The "Tag, you're it" is so Jodie's Doctor! 🥲 Gonna miss her, but excited to see what the next chapter holds

[@CWazBroadwayBandGeek]

As much as I would’ve like a Thasmin kiss “in the moment”, I’m glad it didn’t happen. It would’ve hurt Yaz so much more knowing she’d never feel that way again, and it would be so much harder for her to leave. The moment with the ice cream, and them together before 13 regenerated were great. The only downside is if felt cut off way too quickly, I wish there was a bit more time for them to at least address it.

[@lucindabundy1887]

Loved jodie and mandip on screen chemistry love them both so much

[@Jumpyman_thegamerYT]

Same!

[@Anzy.99]

for real! they're both amazing, I'll miss them

[@Robert-tl2vg]

Both were dreadful.

[@GregTheReaper]

BARF, They had about as much chemistry as dog puke and cornflakes. Still a good episode overall

[@hecticthing4310]

was amazing

[@lionofdemise]

I'm glad the Doctor had a best friend throughout their arc. They really needed another Jamie example of a companion. Someone who was there at the beginning and to the end. It's outstanding and fantastic

[@Trikeboy2]

I'm so glad Jodie got a fantastic episode as her last one. Episodes have not been the best in her run so she goes out on a high.

[@-haclong2366]

I agree with firing Chibnall, but I'm sure that Davies could have written "Chibnall's cast" with the justice they deserved if they stayed on for another season. I'm not glad with this nostalgia regeneration. ☹️

[@Schnort]

@@-haclong2366 makes me sad, too. I feel like we had a great cast with good actors, but just horrendous writing. So sad!

[@timrob12]

Jodie getting to work with past Doctors (the TRUE classic ones even) and her getting the chance to meet these old companions from the past (even though she is not in the actual scene) is such a great way to get out.

[@ListerDavid]

I really hope we get a bigger in depth behind the scenes with the past doctors and companions.

[@xelnoc8983]

They should bring back doctor who confidential

[@xelnoc8983]

Oh apparently they are with "doctor who unleashed"

[@QueenSephy2002]

@@xelnoc8983 and I'm mad it probably won't air in the US

[@so1opiniao]

Yaz carrying the Doctor in her arms was beautiful

[@hotdog1214]

Is Yaz really strong or is the Doctor really light?

[@dreamfaller6372]

Loved that scene❤️

[@johannahyde-parker8422]

it was so cute it really was

[@youknowwhothisis1341]

Sacha Dhawan is a remarkable Master. I want him to continue playing him, great actor tbh

[@lailasantos1312]

I LOVED the companions coming back. I mean Ian Chesterton?? My man! and with the old series doctors?? my heart coming out! That was really cool chibnall, glad you made it. And Jodie, my heart is yours. Grateful for you being The Doctor. I already hugged my poster and gonna miss the thirteen doctor. The episode was ace! (yeah, she🥰). Also: Jodie and Mandip are soo cute together and I can't wait for Ncuti💙💙

[@demaupin]

I've had some real problems with this era, but the scenes with the past companions and doctors were so sensitively and beautifully done, and I'm so grateful for them. Seven and Five's moments of closure and healing with their companions, pitch perfect- lowkey yet so heartwarming. The companions' group is an idea I'd seen mentioned in interviews here & there, and it worked so well having Graham introduce it. And oooh seeing Ian again! ❤ Also that one empty seat, which, whatever the actual intention, felt like a way to honor those we have lost. I have to admit, I expected them to be just nostalgia bait, but so much more thought and heart went into their appearances than I expected. A special gift.

[@lailasantos1312]

@@demaupin ooh agree, I have my critics too but bringing them was fantastic and beautiful made. I was waiting for this for a good time

[@leilanurena]

it was a rocker of a finale. can't help but think RTD had a hand or two in this episode

[@timlemmens1087]

@@leilanurena Yes, he did. He wrote David's bit at the end.

[@timlemmens1087]

@@demaupin I think Chibnall's strength lies in writing Classic Who characters.

[@cameronseager3896]

I love how Russell T Davis has already got the ball rolling with tennant. Gonna be a good way to introduce ncuti

[@Surfboarder4]

Theory on why The Master wanted the Doctor's body: He was going to try and undo the regeneration limit that the time lords put on that body, which is the only one that ever had infinite regenerations

[@thomaswilliams]

Im glad, Ashad got some behind the scenes time. Hes an amazing character, fully deserves to be in future series.

[@fleetstreet11]

"Of course she's okay." - Yaz, The Power of the Doctor "I'm always all right." - Ten, The Girl In the Fireplace

[@andrewhall6479]

I can't imagine how mind-blowing it must have been for all these past Doctors to be on set with Jodie. On both ends.

[@johntaylor6345]

Watching this video makes the viewer realise how much hard work goes in to making an episode of our favourite show. Scripts must be written, sets designed and built, costumes designed and made, cast hired, etc. I thought the power of the Doctor was exciting to watch. Great to see Peter, Colin, Paul, Sylvester and David made me cry. It was a great surprise. Matching Sophie with Sylvester and Janet with Peter was very moving to watch.

[@MorpheusRishi]

Honestly, Sacha's Master needs to have more time..

[@dreamfaller6372]

💯💯I really hope they'll let him go up against Ncuti. He certainly sounds like he'd be willing to do more👀

[@SamuelOsterhoudt]

Amazing regeneration. Loved 8 coming back!

[@Qw3rtScapes]

8?

[@demaupin]

@@Qw3rtScapes 8!

[@Qw3rtScapes]

@@demaupin which is 8

[@dreamfaller6372]

I squealed so loud, I think i woke up my neighbours😂😂

[@YoungButRetro]

@@Qw3rtScapes Paul Mcgann

[@bandicootwhovian2759]

This episode was absolutely wonderful! A humongous thanks to everybody involved. I felt like a giddy child again whilst watching this mad and hugely entertaining spectacle. Goodbye Jodie, Hello… the Future!

[@andrewparkin4036]

So happy to see Paul again (aka 8) nice to see him get more recognition.

[@bobblebardsley]

Honestly thought that last shot was a drone shot of Jodie and the TARDIS on a real cliff, and that the regeneration energy and birds were the only thing added 😅 I wondered how they'd kept it so stable while flying away so fast.

[@bettinaceciliasilveira5773]

ME TOO!

[@peterd788]

The cliff is real. It is Durdle Door in Dorset. The owner is very pissed off that the BBC didn't specify that the filming was for Doctor Who. If they had he would have refused permission because he fears people reenacting the scene which would be dangerous.

[@iz723]

@@peterd788 source?

[@lucasparadox6823]

​@iz723 been a year now mate, i think the source was they made it up-

[@bobblebardsley]

@@lucasparadox6823 Not unless the newspapers made it up. Which is possible, but if you google it there's a lengthy statement from James Weld about it.

[@BamBam-3886]

You can really see that both the cast and crew of Doctor Who all tried their best with season 13 after all the drama that happened with Covid and all definitely one more season with Jodie as the Doctor but nonetheless they all tried and made Doctor Who Flux a very good season with 6 Chapters and 3 Specials (unless you count the 0 episode). I truly hope that maybe in a couple/few years, they bring Jodie back again either for a season or a special with Mandip as Yaz

[@SephoraBloons]

*Probably the best regeneration yet, no long speech, just a simple happy ending*

[@purefoldnz3070]

not really

[@harryvideoz8863]

No eleventh tenth and nines are better

[@WiseOldDudee]

LOL.

[@kastle4774]

twelfth was the best regeneration

[@jasondeandulierjr.299]

Not Purefoldnz making themselves look like a toxic fool just scrolling through the comments section LOOKING for people to disagree with lol. We get it, nothing makes you happy. Move on

[@andrewmwells9606]

Isn`t there always business left between the Doctor and the Master? they can never be free of each other

[@alexfletcher5192]

My 1980s fan heart went overdrive with Janet (who I first saw at age 7) and Ace (at 14) coming back to kick ass. And to mix in the Doctors I grew up on was very special. I would hope it encourages a younger generation to seek them out.

[@reyramirez5710]

This episode was beautiful!

[@ghostface_tardis]

Please Russell T Davies whenever you want to include the master again in future seasons please; allow Sacha to return as the Master! He is so talented and could be the ainley master of the new era.

[@GothAtheist]

This, I agree!!! But also, PLEASE, explain the Missy Sacha gap so that we can have some clear answers too? The hand wavey, "oh time travel, who knows where he is on the timeline" just doesn't work for a character this important

[@yuriwolfvt]

And the wizard puts away his wand

[@adquilantang]

I love when she says the line "Tag you're it" Idky.

[@johannahyde-parker8422]

I got teary eyed

[@MrFusion]

Seeing Paul McGann again makes me hope we eventually get a spinoff show with him. Even if it's only one series he deserves it with how long he's been playing th role and how he got robbed of his turn.

[@andygozzo72]

yep, it wouldve been 'fantastic' 😉 if she regenerated into him instead of tennant 😉

[@stephencoppins9467]

Thank you Jodie! Wish we had more time with your incarnation of the Doctor, but while the Doctor and the show goes on, the great thing is that we get to go back and watch your exploits whenever we want, as you are only a DVD or streaming service (or whatever technology we will be watching the show with, in the future) away. But hope to see you pop up again, if not in the 60th, perhaps in the 70th, 80th, 90th and 100th anniversary multi-Doctor specials or series (though I’m not sure I’ll make it to the last one or two, but I’ll try my darndist). Take care and all the very best with the rest of your career and life beyond Doctor Who.

[@KatieVanHelsing]

This show changed my life. To anyone who worked on the show who reads this, thank you.

[@KarlaMB]

I'm going to miss her. She was so warm and you could tell she loved being the doctor.

[@iandeeley9033]

Ironically, Jodie wore David Tennant's old spacesuit at the start of the episode before THAT regeneration twist!

[@Tyranniod]

Finally some proper behind the scenes stuff.

[@wayneclayton5426]

I think seeing 8 sitting there, I could imagine him appearing in a Dr Who Jackanory show. Where he tells stories of his adventures.

[@BestBFam]

This era was so exciting. It was so clever. It was beautiful. 13 you will be forever missed. ❤❤

[@93Chowo]

I find the title "The Power of the Doctor" very well chosen because as Yaz said in this episode the Doctor gathered a lot of friends together who not only help the Doctor but each other protecting what is dear tho them. The Doctor has the power to bring out the best in people.

[@ifritxxv8767]

Not me actually thinking she was stood on a cliff edge 😂. Such a beautifully created regeneration!

[@simpleplanfan011]

Everyone really proved themselves with this episode so that makes goodbye hurt even more 😭

[@animelovers000]

Who else noticed that one empty seat for the companion therapy session? I think that was a tribute for Sarah Jane because if there was ever 1 companion who knows what it's really like since she pretty much interacted with every incarnation of the doctor right up until the 11th

[@brianp6682]

i really expected Sean Pertwee to make a cameo as 3. He looks and sounds just like his father.

[@paleoleft]

pretty sure hes said he wouldnt play the doctor out of respect for john

[@johntaylor6345]

What a brilliant behind the scenes video. Loved it.

[@WhoisPersona]

I am really impressed with the Cyber-Master redesign. The Leader and Lieutenant still have the ornate crests but retain the standard Cyberman face from the Warriors and the gunmetal grey colour scheme with the Gallifrey symbols was visually striking. But I do have to wonder. Did they film the Cybermen in Unit scenes first and then modify the Warrior costumes? Or did they make all new costumes for the Cyber-Masters?

[@darcybrummett7004]

That was awesome that they were able to get the actor who played Ian Chesterton!

[@robtymec2642]

Backstory I'd love to see: How did Mel make her way back to Earth in the Present Day? In Dragonfire, she appears to be in the far-flung future and decides to travel through space with Sabalom Glitz.

[@librarysong8617]

“Don’t get shot!” *proceeds to get shot*

[@friendlyotaku9525]

Wait the whole cliff regeneration scene was GREEN SCREEN?! I thought it was done on location, wow. It looked really good! Incredible work, a fantastic finale and beautiful regeneration! Thank you so much Jodie, Chris Chibnall and the rest of the cast and crew ❤️

[@bobdallas4860]

No offense, but you need some glasses, it was obvious green screen. I'm not saying it looked bad, but it's obvious.

[@friendlyotaku9525]

@@bobdallas4860 tbh the only part that looked green screen-y was David's scene, Jodie's half didn't. And with David's scene I'm a bit more forgiving of that as it was most likely done very quickly and by a different team

[@DBProds96]

Obviously it was green screen. Come on.

[@friendlyotaku9525]

@@DBProds96 see my above reply.

[@Futures_End]

@@friendlyotaku9525 People are big mad about you not noticing it's green screen, for some reason.

[@nathanielfarkas4431]

The line where she says doctor who ever u are she literally had no idea it would be David tennant wow

[@Croftice1]

She probably had. Jodie and David are close friends and David was shooting his regeneration scene a day after her, I think. Her character didn't know. I mean imagine that you can regenerate and change your whole body randomly in most cases, you also wouldn''t know, who comes next, would you? So there's difference between real and fiction. Real: Jodie probably knew. Fiction: the 13th Doctor had no idea.

[@nathanielfarkas4431]

@@Croftice1well it came out Jodie filmed her regeneration in September 2021 and David filmed his in may 2022

[@ComiXtik2484]

Honestly, I liked Jodie Whittakers run, if the timeless child stuff hadn’t been written in , it would have probably been my favourite doctor who era. Chibnalls writing often falls short but I enjoyed series 11 and the first half of series 12, and this was in my mind the perfect ending for 13, chaotic, reminiscent, sad, with a twist at the end. A perfect embodiment of the 13th Doctor. I truly hope they invite Jodie back for a special sometime in the future! Bye 13 and fam ⏱⏱

[@AndrewChapman]

So do I. I wasn't the biggest fan of her era, but I didn't think Jodie was that bad. Was actually sad to see her go.

[@lexshizumdot2115]

Thirteen's Regenration is an absolutely beautiful and moving scene. It's everything this Doctor has been and has meant.

[@JamesBoxxy]

Brilliant behind the scenes! Enjoyed the interviews and seeing how certain aspects were filmed! Well done to all involved! 👍

[@Jackson-ub1uv]

I wish Kate had brought up Missy, especially considering that Missy had Cyber-converted her father and was the last Master Kate had seen.

[@Croftice1]

I think they deliberately avoided any mention of her. They even never bothered to give us any clues about how Missy (who had regeneration repressed) could turn into the SpyMaster. They still act like Sacha is after Michelle, but since it's timey wimey, we can as well even believe, that Missy was the last and SpyMaster is somewhere between Saxon and Missy. Quite possible? Yea. Confirmed? Hell nope.

[@marcuslam945]

It does touch my heart that Elizabeth Sladen as Sarah Jane isn’t there- you can just imagine how eager she would’ve been to be there as well. But a beautiful episode regardless!

[@andromedagalaxy0]

I miss her so much .Would have been nice if they mentioned her

[@CalvinLimuel]

that last scene with the companions was missing Sarah Jane Smith 😢😢😢

[@lukeyread]

I’m watching this on my break at work and now I’m awkwardly getting emotional! 😅

[@Albotextras]

Guardians of the edge, Paul McGann, ALBOT screams Ian Chesterton, ALBOT screams louder

[@sugar_ventricles]

this episode was just a rollercoaster of emotions. i loved every second. thank you jodie and mandip, for everything.

[@FunkyFrick]

Jodie requested Mint Choc Chip? best doctor, hands down.

[@TheHalloumi]

I absolutely loved Sacha Dhawan's performance. His Master is absolutely amazing, and I would love to see him more in the future and perhaps see how his Master ties in with Missy.

[@abbycollins]

He’s probably the hammiest master out there! And that’s saying something lol

[@Ryanspeer3025]

This was really an unexpected regeneration

[@carolmarsh5561]

Loved everything about this episode it was lovely to see past doctors and companions as I grew up in the 80's Peter Davidson being my first doctor and Tegan and then seeing Ace with the jacket and baseball bat, but I will miss Jodie I think she was brilliant. However much I loved doctor 10 and 11 to me I think Jodie's last episode was the better of the 3, probably not the wisest thing to say but I really enjoyed yesterday's episode. Roll on next year looking forward to what Russell T Davies does and I can't wait.

[@bemasaberwyn55]

Sascha was a BLAST as the Master

[@bonajo13125]

I only found out now that this era of Doctor Who ended??? Honestly I did not care for the entire era due to the direction the show went, but... I'm gonna have to admit. Jodie was a great Doctor, writing and direction aside. I loved how she made the character her own (from the few episodes I managed to watch here and there before I got disinterested), and idk, I can feel she enjoyed her time as the Doctor too haha. Great job, Jodie, and farewell! Oh boy. David Tennant back as the Doctor? I hope I can finally return to Doctor Who after a few years of falling out. I personally am going to put my hope in this upcoming season ;o

[@Croftice1]

You may be in for a surprise. And who knows, you may be even disappointed, since David isn't staying for a season (or a series as it goes since the reboot in 2005), he's only having a 3 special episodes, then it's bye Doctor 14, hello Doctor 15 (Ncuti Gatwa).

[@jakegodfrey4320]

Jodie and Mandip's friendship is adorable.

[@Cerebrallegend]

Background set images in her regeneration is the beautiful Mother City. No better place than this for the Doctor's regeneration

[@superdrwholock]

Loved this episode, my favourite of the whole era. Jodie and Mandip's chemistry really came across on screen, also I just love Sacha as the master so much he's my favourite incarnation and I hope he can come back at some point

[@tothm129]

I'm glad they got so many past doctors and companions, but #1 companion I would love to see back is Susan

[@dreamfaller6372]

Great episode! So many badass and emotional scenes. I squealed, teared up, laughed, screamed and cried, sometimes all at the same time. If that's not Doctor Who I don't know what is.☺️🤧 Thank you, Jodie, for everything. It's only truly hitting me now how much I'll miss your laugh and smile, your enthusiastic and slightly chaotic energy and your brilliant accent. It's been some tough years with covid and everything. But your doctor was there to cheer us up.💙💙 And now, forward into the future and to new adventures. With some beloved old faces and very excited for the new ones to come.

[@Kn1ghton]

That empty chair had a laptop on it. Maybe it’s for Ryan as he’s away, possibly video calling from his location? Many people were thinking there was a pic of Sarah Jane on it.

[@SahiPie]

In a different universe, we would’ve gotten Sacha as the Doctor instead of the Master. What a blast he would be in that role

[@andygozzo72]

no reason why it cant happen in the future....😉