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[@failwhale34]

this was probably one of the most interesting endings i've ever seen... To watch the next episode RIGHT NOW( S2E6) ► www.patreon.com/failwhale34

[@speedforcetravibear4640]

failwhale34 a new face happens when he needs it or the Dr is unpopular but honestly the next doctor is very good and considered nearly the best

[@wardjunior1450]

failwhale34 Tennant is the best. FUCKING EVER

[@speedforcetravibear4640]

Ward Junior I didn't wanna cause a riot but yes he is the best "FUCKING EVER" but Smith is good

[@Dagenspear]

Before you do The Christmas Invasion, I suggest watching the special that takes place before that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3zShJWmiMmrZ7c It might shed some light on the situation for you.

[@sidyable]

failwhale34 no, each time a Doctor changes is different, the 7th Doctor was shot, the 4th Doctor fell. The 8th Doctor crashed in a ship etc. You have three seasons plus specials with David Tennant.

[@UltimateKyuubiFox]

Oh my god. That was incredible. I’ve never seen someone experience regeneration cold before. No wonder audiences went apeshit in the 60s. I’m dead.

[@okidokes]

Facts

[@RuchiraRambles]

Yeah even when I wasn't a Whovian and knew next to nothing I knew that the doctor regenerates. That and the blue police telephone box. This was an epic reaction.

[@rachell4973]

It was beautiful.

[@rachelcopeland5186]

This is why I watch reactions. You're probably the only person left who didn't know about regeneration. So cool to see your complete shock.

[@susu_m]

right! I cried hard 😭 took a little while to get use to the new doctor, but slowly love every doctor 😄

[@megasauruss]

HE DIDNT KNOW ABOUT THE REGENERAROIAOEHDJKHKJFHJ THIS IS GOLD!

[@JuliansStuffRoblox]

he didn’t know about the WHAT

[@obiwankenobi687]

I love the scene with Jackie and Rose. Because you can see in Jackie’s face that she’s just furious that not only has the doctor taken her daughter away from her, he’s tampered with the very last memory she has of her husband. She hates him in that brief moment and I love her acting omg. And also ‘I am the bad wolf, I create myself’ and ‘I can see the whole of time and space, every single atom of your existence and i divide them’ are such coool lines

[@lbd-po7cl]

Welcome aboard! You've just experienced your first regeneration. Imagine how people felt when they first did this back in 1966! When a Time Lord is dying they rewrite every cell in their body and reform a new body. Still the same person, but new body and slight shifts in personality and traits. This is how the show has lasted for over 50 years. The Doctor doesn't change every season, and I wish Eccleston had stayed around a bit longer, but you're in for some great times ahead. The quality of this show just keeps improving. Enjoy the ride, and I'm looking forward to your reactions to the next 10 seasons.

[@sallyatticum]

He has no idea when the next regeneration is coming. I hope no one spoils it.

[@Aqib2]

Laura Kay A new regeneration takes place roughly every 4 years.

[@sallyatticum]

Why would you feel compelled to say that?

[@Aqib2]

Scotty Bee ok you are spoiling it which is not good. I only said a regeneration takes place every 4 years (3 seasons) cause it is a pattern that most fans know.

[@karkatvantas9557]

Why are both of you being such stupid fucks?

[@StrawHatPal]

Congratulations failwhale! You just went through your first regeneration. Trust me, with so many seasons; it only gets more heartbreaking.

[@JekyViews]

Cyberknight - true dat. You never get used to it!

[@TheSandraxdivina]

Spoilers ahead? I don't know? But... "I don't wanna go"

[@a.mseymour180]

10th

[@obliquesauce6741]

@@TheSandraxdivina I'm not even joking your comment made me gasp and grab my stomach in emotional pain like why would you say such a thing you absolute monster

[@MrZAP17]

@@JekyViews That's one way of looking at it, and it's certainly valid and I understand it. I love the regenerations. I love the changing companions too, for the same reason. It's always sad when an incarnation or a beloved character leaves the show, but in my opinion the show is about change, and embracing it. When a Doctor regenerates, sure I'll miss that incarnation, but it was time. I'm always more excited to see the new one than I miss the old one. I can't wait to see how this new Doctor will make me fall in love with them, as I know they will. And the cycle repeats, and it's beautiful, just an ever-expanding and evolving tapestry for the Doctor, and for the show.

[@azizuladnan2957]

15:29 Just that face, the "what the heck just happen?" face. XD You know, watching Series 1 over and over and over again (Cause every now and then there's a new Doctor Who Reactor) Christopher Ecceleston is the man that made this show keeps going on... The first actor who willing to revive this series Man... I have to be honest. I need more Ninth Doctor in the series...

[@failwhale34]

LOOL

[@azizuladnan2957]

failwhale34 Damn, you like and comment it a few second late, I just edit it XD Refresh this video now!! XD

[@Hanmacx]

failwhale34 he turned into Barty Crouch Junior xD

[@patkillian5925]

A little bit of a late reply (just came across this channel and love watching new viewers react), but as a huge fan of Eccleston as well, if you'd like some more 9th Doctor stuff I highly recommend checking out Big Finish- Eccleston agreed to record the equivalent of 2 full seasons of audio drama stuff as the 9th Doctor for them and so far the ones that have released have been absolutely "Fantastic"! ❤️

[@magicdirt1206]

I love how everyone in the comments is like "welcome to the fandom!" Like completing the first season is like initiation into the fandom

[@Vleaso]

It really is though

[@normalmighty]

I'd say more like watching a doctor's full run and continuing is initiation

[@spacey_432]

I'd say, that if you like the show, you're a fan

[@emeraldkoala2543]

@@spacey_432 this ❤️

[@qadi796]

Honestly it really is, season 1 just seems like a taste of what's actually to come

[@NerdisteinAlba]

Oh man! That ending made me cry! Christopher Eccleston was magnificent! He was my first Doctor, so the 9th will always have a special place in my heart! Keep up the awesome work brother!

[@gametrollerprime1594]

Nerdistein Alba Ey!!

[@jackbassindale4336]

Nerdistein Alba same. I always find ecclestons regeneration the saddest, because he’s my fave doctor and I wish he’d stuck around for longer

[@dantedash]

10 is my first Doctor, but 11 is my favourite. I assume my parents watched the first series when I was a baby, but I don't remember Christopher Eccleston at all. I remember seeing Rose, but probably from her second series or other appearances.

[@Stefernie2]

Welcome to the David Tennant era!

[@tgfroggygaming7318]

Stephanie Smith my favorite era

[@ms_scribbles]

Best era in my opinion.

[@space1999]

The best era by far.. also the era with the best average viewing figures and the era that regularly won tv awards...

[@oldwebshooter]

^ Wasn't that actually seasons 12/13 of Doctor Who? They had 10 million for every story pretty much.

[@space1999]

evildonkey sorry, yes I was talking about new who not the classic era. Also you have to take into account back on the 70s there were only 3 channels so more people would tune in from lack of choice. New who has to compete with hundreds of channel etc

[@christianpeterson1832]

I've never seen someone's reaction to regeneration who didn't know about it. It was certainly golden.

[@dbzking02]

Guys, I think Doctor Who broke Failwhale.

[@trayolphia5756]

Having grown up with original era who...to encounter someone who had NO IDEA what regeneration was...my god...

[@MarkWardReacts]

As lb d5300 says, this first happened in 1966. William Hartnell, the original doctor, was unwell and couldn't carry on, but Doctor Who was one of the most popular TV shows of the time so the writers came up with the idea of 'regeneration'. I love the fact that you had NO IDEA how different actors took the role, so you experienced the regeneration like people did 50 years ago, which is basically unheard of in the UK where pretty much everyone knows, even if they don't watch the show. As for Captain Jack, the spin off you need to watch is Torchwood (which you might have noticed mentioned in Episode 12). I would highly recommend that you watch Season 1 of Torchwood alongside Season 3 of Doctor Who (but not before), and Season 2 of Torchwood by the time you've finished Season 4 of Doctor Who, otherwise certain things might not have the same effect that they would without it. I tried to make that as unspoilery as possible...!

[@jackdonohue7893]

1963. Not 66. Oh wait... never mind. I read your comment as when the show cam out, in 66.

[@MarkWardReacts]

JD Bond thank you! ;-)

[@KrazeeHouse]

I've never seen anyone watch a regeneration with zero forewarning ! That was incredible!!

[@rememberme3619]

I don’t think you entirely got it. A Time Lord can regenerate if the current incarnation has been ‘killed’ in some way, 9 did regenerate because he took the vortex out of Rose, but don’t expect that to be the reason for each Doctor to regenerate.

[@queerchaos13]

"I loved everyone, the team, Mickey.... *looks at smudged writing on hand* -Jamie???- the mom!"

[@starwarsbigfan06]

I’m going to miss Christopher Eccelston so much. He honestly was my favorite.

[@wintersavonlea]

Your reaction to the regeneration was everything!!! 😂 This reaction was amazing, I can't wait to see the next one! (btw time lords dont need to absorb the time vortex from the tardis to regenerate, anything that 'kills' the doctor would make him regenerate instead of dying ☺, I know it's really confusing, but the show is crazy, incredible and unpredictable that way 😂)

[@u4euh247]

Best Reaction of all time, The GOAT... No one ever tell this man one thing about Doctor Who. Get multiple shows ahead so people can't spoil you. It was like watching cats with that Blanket trick, fantastic. If you didn't know about Regenerations that was just GOAT!

[@glenmcculla6843]

Ah, a first regeneration. My first one was when i was five. According to my parents i cried for days. They don't get any easier, y'know.:)

[@b54321ish]

Probably THE best reaction to a regeneration ever ! NUFF SAID. subbed !

[@firefly24601]

If you think THIS episode was messing you up... You. Aint. Seen. NOTHIN. Yet. :D Great reaction, btw. One of the most unique responses to someone's first regeneration that I've seen!!!

[@electerald]

Don’t start Torchwood (cpt jack spin off) until the end of series 2

[@Alfwin]

Doctor Who series finales are always impressive, but this is definitely one of my favourites. And holy heck, that reaction was perfect! :D

[@jaydenyugi9034]

You never forget your first regeneration! Great finale and awesome reaction! The acting from everyone was great and it had some good emotional moments. Sadly, this is the end of The Ninth Doctor’s run. Christopher Eccleston was fantastic and he will be missed a lot. This is your first regeneration experience and it will take a while to adjust to what’s happened. Welcome to the Tennant era. I know you’re like 5 episodes ahead already but I hope you enjoy the 10th Doctor and his era. It’s my personal favourite. :)

[@awholelotofrosie4290]

Its always sad when the doctor regenerates but you'll always end up loving the new version of the doctor (especially David Tennant who is my favourite doctor)

[@jackrichardson7020]

I've never seen a reaction from someone who had absolutely no idea what regeneration is - this video is worth its weight in gold

[@davidanato5701]

Basically Eccelston's Doctor died from absorbing the time vortex (what's inside the TARDIS), so he "renewed" himself and changed into the new Doctor.

[@alex_snow]

It’s 3am and I binged the entire first season with you….just startled my dog by laughing out loud at the way you left the room to scream😂

[@wobaguk]

Its not every season, its every time the Doctor actor wants to leave. So... you are never safe. Except mostly you are. Except when you arent.

[@TheTrueSpottedStripe]

The first time I saw the Doctor regenerate was this episode five years back. I was shocked, I had no idea what to think, I had never seen anything quite like it. I knew there were other doctors but I just brushed it off as separate people the Doctor would encounter, boy was I wrong.

[@JulietteReacts]

So excited for you to see thr increasing quality of the show and storylines. Hope you love Ten (we all do!)

[@shannondonnelly2958]

Your reaction at the end was priceless 😂😂

[@drwhofanman]

Welcome to the Family x

[@failwhale34]

Thank you fam i'm glad to be apart of it :)

[@asthargf]

Your face after the regeneration scene, that was priceless

[@hmsljj]

One of the best WHO reactions ..... of confusion that I've ever seen. I'm so glad you enjoyed Nine and can't wait to see future reactions of Ten. And welcome to the membership of Whovians.

[@FingonNZ]

OMG. Wow, wow, wow! What a brilliant reaction! Your reaction to your first regeneration has to be one of the best I've seen! Totally out of left field for you! 🤗🤗🤗🤗 I'm so pleased you got to experience it's fresh - just like we did in the classic series. My first Doctor was the 2nd incarnation and I remember my reaction to the change being just as mind blowing all these years later. You are now well and truly a member of the Who Universe! 😎😃😃😃

[@karkatvantas9557]

There's a mini episode before the next one (The Christmas Invasion) called "Born Again" which definitely deserves a reaction.

[@Kmn2]

Your reaction to the regeneration will always get me lol

[@Hemdian]

Timelords can regenerate 12 times (thus there can be 13 Doctors). Christopher Ecclestone was the 9th Doctor. It can happen after any fatal injury (nothing to do with the Tardis, that was just what injured him), and It’s not every season. Before the first episode of the next season, there is a 5 minute ‘minisode’ (which can be skipped), and then a Christmas special (which can *not* be skipped … 'Specials' aren’t bonus, they’re part of the ongoing storyline.)

[@JekyViews]

Rose doesn’t change, since she’s not a Timelord. The Doctor (and the other Timelords) change when they get old or fatally wounded, it’s called “regeneration”. The heart of the TARDIS is not involved in that process at all, it’s only what destroyed the Ninth Doctors body and triggered his regeneration. Your first regeneration is big. But you never get used to it, trust me. I’ve seen em all (multiple times even)... :)

[@lcg4936]

That's Regeneration. Welcome. I was laughing so hard!!! I remember that was my reaction too. How could I watch it without The Doctor? Well, don't worry, The Doctor is still here. Bye wonderful Eccleston, hello amazing Tennant.

[@poetryletter]

And here comes the Doctor I really fell in love with~ David Tennant

[@DaxRaider]

the sould of tardis had nothing to do with the change, thats just what killed the doctor ^^ every timelord has basicly 13 lifes so you can regenerate 12 times, this was his 9th regeneration and the next is his 10th. you regenerate every time you die, so if you shoot the doctor or he falls bad on his head xD it has basicly the same effect like looking in the tardist, for a regeneration you just have to kill him :)

[@HopoUK]

I know others have mentioned it here, but in layman terms, when the Doctor dies, he regenerates. A new body, even a personality change, but with the memories intact. Although the Doctor takes a while to fully recover them, usually an episode or 2. Hope that's not too much of a spoiler for you. :-)

[@Masq1980]

Oh my god...little late to the party, but just found your reactions and your reaction at the end to his regeneration made me bust a gut with laughter. The utter confusion on your face as you were registering what the Doctor was saying and you could see the wheels turning, stalling and then all together falling apart at the reveal was utterly fantastic!

[@nutmas7185]

Welcome to the Tennant era! You’re so new to this show and I can’t wait for you to start watching the best seasons of new who!

[@Chrisyork1989]

There is nothing in the entire multiverse that brings me more joy, than the look on people’s faces when The Doctor regenerates and they have never seen or heard about that concept.

[@marblnka]

It's like watching a kid - first word, first steps... Your First regeneration! )) We've all been there! Oh, but I laughed so hard. Thank you for so many shared emotions. The last couple of days I've been binge watching your reactions ))

[@aesthetrick2424]

Every time the Doctor receives fatal injuries that would most defiantly kill a human, he changes (regenerates). Every cell in his body repairs itself so he basicly cheats death. Every Time Lord can do it. He doesn't regenerate at the end of every series, Christopher Eclston just only stayed for one. Hope this helps Mickey.

[@TheZeroAssassin]

Watching your face at his regeneration into his next incarnation made this reaction so much more awesome mate. So cool to see someone who had NFI what was going on, whereas most who know the series come to expect it. Loving it, and look forward to more from you my friend. A+, would buy from again. :)

[@dbzking02]

That's pretty much everybody's reaction when NewWho began.

[@CalliesWeirdLife]

"Now I know he can't die hes got a spinoff." Me: 👀👀👀👀 is that so

[@saracrepaldi6189]

Welcome to doctor who, you're gonna cry a lot....

[@quietdemon8138]

Sara Crepaldi now that’s true.

[@Valdaur]

Definitely not an exaggeration.

[@shetori5255]

Sara Crepaldi 😂😂

[@HealthySelfNThrive]

I am excited to watch your journey in the 10th doctor era. This will be a joy to experience all over again! I love Smith but David was also one of my favorites of all time

[@jessicaclements5565]

I honestly loved your reaction to his regeneration, not knowing anything that was going to happen. Most people know how it works before they watch the show so it takes away that element of surprise. I started watching Doctor Who when it first came back in 2005 (because my dad watched it when it was still on) and I had no idea what was going to happen. And at this point, you might think “oh I won’t like this new guy. Who is this guy? I want the old one back.” and that’s okay. It always starts out like that. But give him some time and you will learn to love him. Every regeneration is a bit of a shock and always sad, and you start out not liking the new guy for a time, but after a while, you’ll love them just the same. And welcome to the era of Ten. He’s my favorite doctor and I think you’re gonna like him. :)

[@lisaosborne8057]

I literally watched all of these just to see your reaction to the regeneration. I actually cheated when I started watching and I knew Chris only did one series. Your reaction didn't disappoint lol

[@leecummings4322]

Can't wait for your series 2 doctor who reactions I think you'll love the new doctor one of my favorites.

[@marblnka]

Whoa!!! WHOA!!! At first I got perplexed why you laughed when Lynda-with-a-y was dying, and when you explained about the flashlights - mindblowing! I know this episode by heart and never noticed that detail! ))

[@donaldb1]

That was a great reaction. I loved that you really had no idea what you were watching. As you will have gathered, the Doctor has regenerated eight times before. But given the state of special effects technology in the past previous regenerations mostly just involved the Doctor lying down with a wobbly video effect and getting up again as someone else. Compared to what went before this was truly spectactular and set a new standard for epic send-offs.

[@JoshiVlogsOfficial]

This is where stuff really gets interesting. Can't wait to see you react to the rest of the show, this is only the beginning.

[@JohnSmith-ji8tu]

Prepare for a great era filled with a lot of emotion, looking forward to watching the reactions!

[@oteloveote]

Welcome to David’s era! The best time

[@eh708]

‘Exterminate’ I kinda figured that’ ‘Belvita biscuits, the best way to start your day’ Bloody ads

[@MrTea-tq1yy]

Everytime the doctor is dying in any way he regenerates his body. Each doctor isnt a separate time lord, its the same time lord. He just healed every cell in his body because they were dying. They still retain memories after regeneration

[@lisastern7331]

I can’t believe you didn’t know about regeneration!!!!! Omg that was hilarious 😂 This is my favorite Doctor too, I’m soooooo excited!!!! So many great episodes coming!

[@cambo338]

DAVID TENNANT! THE GOD! This is bloody amazing. Oh my god. I've never seen anyone react to a regeneration who didn't know it was a thing/never seen it before. Like wow. You 'kill', seriously injur a timelord they will most likely regenerate, like if something regenerates it changes, rebuilds, that's what they do. But to move the show on, too, it's a new person entirely. But same alien/person if u will.

[@mistere1984]

15:50 What? Have you never seen a Time-Lord Regeneration before? Love your reaction!

[@jazoon7249]

It's awesome to watch someone react in the same way I did my first time around. Great show!

[@guksack]

You walking out the room was my favourite reaction I've ever seen so far, hahaha

[@tarantulaguy1998]

Dude if you’re puzzled, this is a very common part of Doctor Who/aspect of it. The Doctor, when he faces death by any means, changes every single cell of his body, to essentially give him a new appearance but he’s still the same Time Lord with the same memories. The process is called ‘regeneration’ and all Time Lords are capable of doing it 12 times I think. Goodbye Eccleston, you’re a great Ninth Doctor, but welcome David Tennant, the Tenth Doctor, my personal favourite too!!!

[@poppytownend]

And welcome Mr Tennant!

[@muwais_._]

His moment of confusion at the end tho

[@raptyrn1290]

2:28 "God knows, I've hated that.." *KZbin Premium Ad* You and me both, Jackie Tyler. You and me both.

[@t43iavmoi]

Great reaction 👏. Hope you keep watching the show as there's plenty of good things to come. Though some episodes could have been sent back in time and rewritten. Let's just say "paving stone".

[@MissAdda]

You should react to the mini episode "born again" before the next episode, it gives some good insight into the whole regeneration process😊

[@emaloney2211]

In the old series the way regeneration was done was a simple transition from one actor to the next and in the 1996 movie from Doc 7 to 8 it was a morph. In Nu Who it was decided to portray regeneration as energy exploding from the arms and head. I didn’t watch the original series as I was only 4 when it ended but for a while I did think the title Doctor was passed from one person to another until I learned it was regeneration. Regeneration was not originally in the show, it was only because the first actor William Hartnell was sick and couldn’t carry on and they wanted to carry on with Doctor Who as it was a huge hit and ironically it was the Daleks who saved the show when some tv executives wanted to cancel it.

[@luciasantiagotaylor8817]

Absolutely loved this reaction! Never seen anyone react to a regeneration without knowing about them before! I hope no-one explains regenerations to you, it really is better if you lesrn about them as you carry on through all the series! Oh and I love listening to you trying to work things out while your watching but be careful not to talk over important bits.

[@knavehart]

Also - make sure you find the Christmas Episode (The Christmas Invasion) before you start season 2 - and if you can find the Pudsey Cutaway... a special scene that aired as part of comic relief just before the Christmas special aired in 2006

[@shortwavelengths7713]

He didn’t change from the tarsus energy he changed because the tar did energy was killing him so he “regenerated” as it’s called to stop death. To do that he used regeneration energy which is in side time lords. That’s basically it. It gets a bit dofferent later on but at the moment that’s all you need to know!!

[@Temptation666]

And there goes my favorite Doctor. Welcome to the next best. Welcome to the Tennant Era

[@JakkFrost1]

I can't speak for the ladies, but this episode gives an excellent example of why so many men loved Rose so much as a companion. It wasn't just because she was cute and smart, (not to mention huggable, lol) but because she also _strongly_ evoked the "protector" instinct in men.

[@jasonknight1085]

Wow, a nube going in cold to a regeneration... great reaction on those grounds alone.

[@SpeedyOwl]

I cant believe you predicted who the bad wolf messages were from, props to ya

[@Fox531CD]

Yeah.... since everybody already gave you the rundown on regeneration, I'll just add this metaphor: Remember that saying about a cat having nine lives? Well, imagine if it was thirteen lives, and every time the cat used one, it turned into a different breed of cat with a slightly different personality. That's Time Lord/Time Lady regeneration for you. XD I've heard it said that the Doctor has never had a bad actor to portray him, and I believe it. While more standard in the new series, the span of time each Doctor had was so variable in the classic era. Tom Baker, the 4th, holds the record for SEVEN YEARS in the role. That's why when most people think of "The Doctor", they usually imagine the Fourth, with his curly hair, big teeth, and most importantly, his ridiculously long scarf. He's the one most of Britain's children grew up with, so he wasn't just the Doctor, he was THE Doctor. Eccleston, at one year, holds the second shortest time as the Doctor, or the shortest. depending on how you look at it. The Eighth Doctor before him, played by Paul McGann, appeared in a TV movie in 1996, meant to be a backdoor pilot for the classic series to come back. It failed, though that was due to some writing issues, and that it was on Fox, who has a rep for canning sci-fi shows, and timing, since it was up against that Roseanne episode with the heart attack. So the series got stuck in limbo again till 2005, though the Eighth Doctor's adventures continued mostly in audiobook form. Doctor Who has spread to LOTS of media. You're reaction was great though. XD Here's to enjoying Tennant's run!

[@JoshPinder92]

Love rewatching series one through your fresh eyes... fantastic! First time I saw I was devastated losing Eccleston... my first Doctor... now the Tennant era... next stop The Christmas Invasion and Series 2

[@carealoo744]

When he regenerated, my Dad literally thought that his head came off for a moment.

[@ZoeWashburn]

THIS GOT ME CRYING ALL OVER AGAIN BRO

[@KerstinMamma]

"what does the license plate say? Badwolf?" ahahahaha the funniest shit ever.

[@leoinggeo]

Hahahahaha your reaction to the regeneration 😂😂😂

[@ErisRising]

Just to sum up what others said, and add some context: Back in 1966, the 1st Doctor (William Hartnell) had to leave the role due to health issues, but considering the popularity of the show, the BBC wanted to find a way to continue the series. The producers came up with the idea that every time The Doctor was about to die, he would instead regenerate into a new form. This allowed him to be replaced by Patrick Troughton as the 2nd Doctor. As the 9th Doctor, Christopher Eccleston had issues with the production team on the show, and decided to leave after the first season. He was killed off, and you just saw David Tennant take his place as the 10th Doctor. The Tennant years are highly acclaimed by most fans, but like any Doctor, he has his supporters and his detractors. I'll be interested to see your thoughts on his time in the role.

[@iandxx]

loved the stunned expression, mr. f - you are now a full member of the dr who 'what the ****' club! it was so sad to see Christopher depart the series but David is another great doctor and there are oodles of terrific episodes coming up - prepare to be not only stunned but stirred, startled and, on occasion, stymied - enjoy!

[@Raintalon89]

When Bad Wolf was talking, I think that was the TARDIS, not just her.

[@HuntingViolets]

"Surely there must be some sort of repercussions for that action." Um . . . Originally, the Doctor was supposed to survive taking the energy back from Rose, but it became a convenient way to write Eccleston out when he decided to leave.

[@jesuseaster6690]

New subby! Love this season finally and always love seeing people fall in love with the Doctor. And cant wait to watch your react of David Tennant (my absolute favorite). Late comment but love your channel!

[@magicalmrwest]

I’d recommend watching the mini episode “born again”, it fits in between this episode and the next and explains regeneration for new comers to doctor who.

[@BMWguru]

I remember watching this live on bbc one on 18th June 2005 was shocked myself

[@TardisInTheSkye]

LMAOOO as a whovian I was waiting for your reaction to the regeneration !!! you did not disappoint :)

[@melissamaynard8069]

I know there’s a good chance you’ll never read this because it’s three years later, but your shirt is freaking amazing!