Doctor Who: The Rani | Full History + Finale Villain Prediction!

[@lozD83]

The fact that the doctor even mentioned The Rani means one of two things to me. Either they now have the rights or, they are taking a risk thinking that perhaps nobody will come forward to claim ownership OR perhaps to flush out the owner

[@theKtransmission]

These all sound plausible to me. I hope it's the first one!

[@tenmark7055]

Last I heard the estate of Pipp Baker was still not settled so I dont see how it could be the Rani. I dont think the character rights have passed into public domain yet. It is possible that it is being held by The Crown but I still doubt the character could be used. Pipp & Jane had no children but several nieces & nephews and no official inheritance. Kiss the Rani goodbye!

[@joeydeaconblues]

As a fan at the time of dimensions in time I can confidently say that the anger stemmed from the fact that it wasn't billed as a light hearted sketch. It was billed as the return of doctor who (during a long painful hiatus) and required us all to buy the radio times to get the 3d glasses they told us we would need. Ten minutes of various doctors wandering around albert square in pointless 3d was not what we signed up for. I'm growing bad tempered just recalling it 30 years later.

[@erinromaneck8839]

Oh wow that would be so disappointing! I don't blame you for your anger.

[@theKtransmission]

Dang, well that definitely puts things in perspective. I'd be angry too! Okay, with that added context I can see the bad rep. I enjoy it as a weird out-of-context thing nowadays simply floating amongst a sea of awesome classic Doctor Who, but that would have frustrated the hell out of me back in the day. I hope modern Who's return of so many of the classic Doctors and companions in the coming years has dulled the sting a bit.

[@mrsionsmith]

Interesting that in the background of that charity special … the last appearance of Rani also features footage outside the Queen Vic. Very clever!

[@theKtransmission]

Nice!

[@mrsionsmith]

@@theKtransmission What do you reckon? Got to be a thing hasnt it.

[@arlem525]

The Rani is one of my favorites. I would so love to see her return.

[@theKtransmission]

She’s great. Bring her back RTD!

[@Donnagata1409]

@@theKtransmission Agree. Please do!

[@erinromaneck8839]

I'm honestly in awe of how much you know about Doctor Who. Great info and super cool theory. I can't wait to find out who Susan Twist really is!

[@theKtransmission]

Aw thanks! I tell ya what, I didn’t know half of this stuff till I started researching this video. Mostly just knew about the TV show stuff. The Doctor Who rabbit hole goes deep. I really want to know who she is too! I’m a bit worried that my theory is wrong lol, I’ve been watching some pretty convincing alternate theories online 😅

[@erinromaneck8839]

I don't think it matters if you're right or wrong. I love all of the theories people are coming up with. It's cool seeing all of the different creative routes people are taking this.

[@AGR298]

Rani = Rain (opposite of snow?) = Flood

[@theKtransmission]

I like where you're head's at. That is a good connection.

[@Theplaysthet]

Mrs Flood being the Rani is an interesting idea. Certainly Anita Dobson might be fun as her fully revealed!

[@blackorc1136]

Anita Dobson spoted in season 2 film set in the past 50s america

[@theKtransmission]

She would be a great Rani! She's the part of my theory I'm the least certain of, but also the most excited if it's true. Having a Time Lord villain appear as two different incarnations simultaneously for their introduction is a pretty cool idea imo.

[@Theplaysthet]

@@blackorc1136 Which would suggest she a friendly character?

[@thomasleongeorgerobertglad7560]

​@@Theplaysthetthey could pull a Missy with the Mrs Flood version and have a version that turns good and vows to protect Ruby growing up through her time stream and keeps her safe till she meets The Doctor

[@007beck9]

I think Miss Flood is the Rani remember in the Collin Baker Episode The Mark Of The Rani the Rani says to the doctor that she can change her appearance but unlike the Doctor and The Marster there stook to what they got. So my theory is it's the Rani.

[@theKtransmission]

I love this theory. Keep the Rani train going! I was actually thinking it might be her in that one scene she’s in with Cherry Sunday. Just something about her vibe says “more than just a henchman.”

[@MrQuantumWellness]

I hope it's Rani! The fact Mel has been around and they had babies in test water tubes like Rani placed Dinosaur embryos. In her Tardis. It would be so great to have this character back! I also think Ruby's Grandmother who is always in bed could regenerate or Mrs flood will regenerate... There will be a regeneration in the finale I feel it 🎉

[@theKtransmission]

Yes, regeneration definitely feels like it's in the air! There's just too much time-specific shenanigans going on, it feels like a Time Lord's gotta be in the mix somewhere. I like your Ruby Sunday theory, haven't heard that one yet.

[@thomasleongeorgerobertglad7560]

Dunno if its been mentioned yet but N'cuti and Millie have both stated that as research for their roles Russel set them they had to watch Mark Of The Rani and Time And The Rani so everythings pointing to The Rani showing up at SOME point in N'Cutis era

[@theKtransmission]

Oh shoot, really?! I know Ncuti watched old Who to prepare for the role, but didn't hear about that specific bit of info! I mean that seems like a huge clue to me if that's the case. Do you happen to remember where that info came from, an article or tweet or something? Would love to see that in context.

[@JulieAiken]

Thank you! I missed most of the classic era -- only catching Tom Baker's Doctor, which was enough for me to fall in love. The Rani history is fascinating and I think your theory holds water, especially the Mel connection and the fact that she's been name-dropped this season. We will know soon...

[@theKtransmission]

Glad you liked it! Tom Baker is the crown jewel of classic Who so good pick. Yeah I really do dig the Rani character, she’s a great villain. I hope I’m right!

[@MinimalistTheatre333]

Every little girl wants to play a companion. I wanted to play the Rani.

[@theKtransmission]

She seems like a super fun character to play. O'Mara is clearly having a blast.

[@gordonjohn]

Just watched episode 7. Bad news The Rani isn't the villain. The Biggest hint towards who the Villain is, is Susan Twist. She isn't the villain, but she is linked to the villain

[@theKtransmission]

I know, I just watched myself. Ah well, it was still fun to speculate! Plus I learned a lot about the Rani making this video. I still hold out hope that the Rani will one day make an appearance.

[@gordonjohn]

@@theKtransmission Same I have been wanting her to return for years,

[@gordonjohn]

@@theKtransmission Thinking about it. 2 things. Could Mrs Flood be the Rani. Also in Unit they hinted towards another unnamed villain saying they still have to take one alien bad guy down

[@Doomshroom00]

It is quite possible that Dimensions in Time is cannon as we see the Third Doctor's face from this story while the 15th Doctor's face is scanned.

[@theKtransmission]

Nice, that settles it! Canon confirmed.

[@samable7724]

Doctor who fans trying not to call every mystery the Rani challenge: But I respect it, one day it’ll be true right?

[@theKtransmission]

That day is today! Hopefully, maybe... hey somebody's gotta carry the torch for the Rani! Honestly I think people speculate about it so much because she is actually a good villain that deserves to make a return.

[@thomasleongeorgerobertglad7560]

Hey the fanbase had to move on from Speculating about Omega coming back every episode (major fan theory when series 6 was airing) and The Rani is a viable candidate although with this element of The Pantheon and demigods I suppose Russell's endgame by The end of his run either with N'Cuti as Doctor or whoever comes after COULD be Omega

[@elberno4243]

Excellent Theory. Personally, I think The Rani, was Tecteun

[@theKtransmission]

I can totally buy that. As I was putting this video together I actually kept realizing that she and Tecteun are extremely similar characters. Both genius amoral Time Lady scientists who view the entire universe as their petri dish, and want to rewrite and "perfect" evolution? That's the same person. It makes even more sense if you think about how Tecteun was the head of the Division, and they have a thing for erasing and resetting their agents at the end of their service. I can imaging Tecteun even resetting herself to hide out and start a fresh life after the end of her rule over the Division, but secretly programming a "wake up" alarm in her DNA so that she'd eventually remember she was Tecteun one day. Kind of like a built-in memory fob watch like the Master had. Thanks for the great theory as well!

[@woodyobi]

Good luck with your channel... nice work

[@theKtransmission]

Thanks so much!

[@Knaveofspades6]

Great video.. Kate Omara was awesome

[@theKtransmission]

She was so awesome. I want to watch Dynasty now.

[@GazzardOke]

Pretty big jump but they added a magic card for the rank and mark of the rani for the who universes beyond set, so they must have some form of rights to her and by the looks of by the card, her likeness! Could be on to something!

[@theKtransmission]

Oooo, thanks for the info, I didn't know that! I'm not a legal expert but that seems like a promising sign, doesn't it? At the very least we're getting more Rani added into the modern Who consciousness.

[@paularc1899]

That 1st bit was comical!

[@theKtransmission]

Trying to be funny where I can! Unless you're referring to Sylvester McCoy and his genius pratfall haha

[@thomasjohnson8391]

I have a theory that the Rani used the chameleon arch to turn into Jackie from Ab Fab to hide from the time lords.

[@theKtransmission]

This is now canon.

[@Romanian42]

I was more on the side of Susan Triad Technology was more likely to be "Sutekh" but Rani seems very likely now too.

[@theKtransmission]

For sure, Sutekh is also a very plausible theory, which is why it's gained so much ground in the community. I was going over it and I think there's about an equal amount of evidence if you want to read it that way. But I stand by my theory and I really want it to be the Rani lol

[@marklatture]

You didn’t mention Sarah Jane meeting Davros again (but I’m sure you remembered that confrontation). Good theory and a great reason for Mel to return.

[@theKtransmission]

Thanks! Yeah that’s actually an even better example than the Tegan one, and I just realized I scrubbed past that exact moment several times to grab the Davros shot lol. I think the Mel return is probably the strongest indication that this is going down.

[@marklatture]

@@theKtransmission I'd love to see the Rani return but I can't decide if she'd be either of the characters we've seen, or if Susan Twist is the human character who frees the Rani and then things go horribly for her like Clara splintered in the Doctor's timeline. Mrs. Flood just seems to sweet to be a hidden Rani as well, but maybe both are involved...

[@jupamoers]

Pip Baker looks similar to German comedian Otto Waalkes 😂😂😂

[@theKtransmission]

Had to google it, confirmed, you are 100% correct lol

[@Donnagata1409]

Otto was hilarious!!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@StarTrekDoor]

The lovely Kate O'mara.

[@theKtransmission]

She is so great

[@StarTrekDoor]

@@theKtransmission 'Leave the girl. It's the man I want', is etched in my brain.

[@SuperHippy7]

They missed the prime opportunity to bring the Rani back when they cast Michelle Gomez. She was perfect for the part. Now if she comes back I'm almost sure she'll be a dude.

[@theKtransmission]

Loved Michelle Gomez, great villain. They really should bring Rani back though. 15 needs a better nemesis to face off against than a CGI dog.

[@bobsteele9581]

Sutekh the Destroyer (easy to say after the fact I know, by I did guess it before hand). To be fair The Rani was a good idea poorly executed. Her first story was one of the best in Colin Bakers run, but honestly that's not saying much. Her 2nd story was one of the worst in DW history, and the less said about "Dimensions in Time" the better. If RTD does bring her back at some point, my hope is to see her in a story that does the character justice.

[@theKtransmission]

Totally agree! I still hold out hope that the Rani character will be done justice at some point in the modern series. Ncuti Gatwa himself has said he wants to face off against her so that’s something!

[@MattMaloneMD]

SUsan twist TECHnologies.

[@theKtransmission]

Wait, are you saying... oh my god, The Rani is really Tecteun!!!

[@MattMaloneMD]

@@theKtransmission Su-tekh (the Destroyer)?

[@dsangster93]

I would love to see the Rani return but the whole rights situation regarding her is a mess, although it could have been sorted out behind the scenes and we just don;t know it. I guess time will tell.

[@theKtransmission]

Fingers crossed

[@ajakuk1]

The one returning is Hecuba the Queen of time. She is the sister of the toymaker.

[@theKtransmission]

Ooo interesting, Big Finish deep cut! Not a bad theory. It connects to the Toymaker and seems like a worthy villain to be a season finale big bad, and RTD has been plumbing the depths of obscure expanded media of late (Beep the Meep). I'm not sure I'm sold on it, but I like it!

[@josephcooter5763]

What bothered me about Both the Master's appearance in Trial of a Time Lord and Time and the Rani was that they next explained who either character escaped being trapped with that T-Rex.

[@theKtransmission]

I know, just a throw away line would have been all it took. How the heck do you get out of a situation like that? The Master never explains how he escaped being completely incinerated before the Doctor's eyes either lol

[@TheKiwiDragon]

​@theKtransmission it was explained somewhere. I can't remember where but the dinosaur apparently grew to the size that the ceiling of her TARDIS was crushing the dinosaur and it broke it's neck.

[@theKtransmission]

@TheKiwiDragon Poor dinosaur! Another victim of the Rani’s reckless experimentation. Was it in like a comic book or something?

[@josephcooter5763]

@@theKtransmission No this was an episode of the tv series.

[@redcurrantart]

I would love if it was the Rani and perhaps she had been under one of those genetic filters that the Doctor and Master used. However since they’re saying the end relates to the Pertwee era, I don’t hold much hope for it.

[@theKtransmission]

Yeah RTD did drop that weird "Spearhead From Space" essential viewing tweet, didn't he? There's also a handful of other stories on there from across the series. I'm thinking that he listed those more because of perhaps the technology or sci-fi concepts used in them, rather than specific villains or aliens appearing in them. He didn't list any Rani stories though, which I suppose could be too spoilery, but also not a great sign.

[@missykbemis]

WHOWoah! 3.1K views and 155 likes! GERONIMO!

[@erinromaneck8839]

He deserves it. His reviews are so good!

[@missykbemis]

@@erinromaneck8839 They are! I dont even watch Dr Who (please dont come at me fans! lol) and even I get into them! His content is really good!

[@theKtransmission]

I know right! This crazy theory really blew up lol

[@theKtransmission]

Haha no worries! I'm glad the channel is introducing you to this world. I actually watch a ton of videos about old movies and TV shows that I never get around to actually watching myself. There's just too much cool old stuff out there and sometimes it's nice to just watch someone nerd out and give you the highlights 😀

[@TK_Brainslug]

nice you got a new sub

[@theKtransmission]

You just tipped me over the 300 mark so double-thanks for the dopamine boost! Welcome! 🎉🎊🎂

[@jimrockford9486]

The Horned Woman looks suspiciously like Kate Lethbridge Stewart. 🤔

[@theKtransmission]

I’m pretty sure it’s the same actress who’s been playing the Susan Twist / Triad character all season. They do have similar facial features though, so I can see how you’d get there.

[@lezking5060]

I would love it to be the Rani. BTW... you're a cutie, aren't you? ;-)

[@theKtransmission]

Me too! And thanks 😅

[@Reprodestruxion]

Or Nephyts

[@theKtransmission]

Ah, on the Sutekh train I see, or Sutekh-adjacent in this case. That's a cool idea, I'd love it if the pantheon of Egyptian Gods made an appearance in the modern series, tying into "The Pyramids of Mars" lore. Dig it!

[@Reprodestruxion]

@@theKtransmission well actually 🤓 Ossirians

[@timothyweers8054]

I think that the possibility of the Rogue could be the Rani. Since the Master and the Doctor both regenerated into female characters, the palace guard was a man before regenerating back into a female, so the Rogue could be an amalgamation of the Rani which is sending the Doctor into a false sense of comfort. Heck, he got sent into a trap, told the Doctor to find him, which could be the biggest part of the trap. His ship sort of looked like a tardis on the inside with fancier controls.

[@theKtransmission]

Ooo, that is a wild theory, and I love it! The Rani does love her traps. I would be heartbroken though. I wanted the Rani, but not like this!

[@timothyweers8054]

@@theKtransmission also, the Master changed his name to Missy while being a female. To call a man Rani would be silly since Rani generally means a queen.

[@DanyTheMe]

I'm dead set on Rouge being an earlier River reincarnation. The instant chemistry, the moral ambiguity, he played dnd so he's from around the same time, for God's sake he even proposed to the doctor.

[@timothyweers8054]

@@DanyTheMe I can see your reasoning, but if you forgot that Melody Pond was trained explicitly to kill the Doctor. Once she figured out in Let's Kill Hitler how he actually doesn't need killing, then she uses up her regeneration energy to save the Doctor. Unless she had some unused energy left, then it is possible she did actually regenerate again into Rogue.

[@JustARandomSomething]

She's probably mentioned in the pilot for a troll.

[@theKtransmission]

This is definitely a possibility, knowing RTD. I still hold out hope!

[@thedoctor6610]

Sutekh an old Enemy of the Doctor is back the fourth Doctor had a job to defeat him the 15th Doctor is struggling to defeat him .I think the 15th Doctor is going to need the 14th Doctor to defeat Sutekh

[@theKtransmission]

Yeah I am wondering how they’re going to deal with that situation. There’s no logical reason for the 14th Doctor with his TARDIS to not get involved. I think we’re running into an MCU “why don’t the Avengers show up in the solo films” situation here. Maybe 14 took the TARDIS to grab some coffee from a shop at the edge of the universe and hasn’t come back yet.

[@paularc1899]

The Rani should have been playen by Colleen Dewhurst. Just my take. Either way they are both dead :(

[@theKtransmission]

Oh, I remember her from Anne of Green Gables! She is a great actress, for sure. I can see it.

[@papalaz4444244]

The Rani is owned by Pip and Jane Baker's estate and Disney would have to pay them to use it.

[@theKtransmission]

We don't necessarily know who owns the rights at the moment, they could have passed to a different entity. Whoever has the rights, I think Disney could probably spare the change.

[@papalaz4444244]

@@theKtransmission If you think Disney would fork out for a character not ONE person on D+ would know, last seen on screen in "Dimensions in Time" in 1993, then I think you have a very vivid imagination lol BIG FINISH can't even use The Rani. They don't have the license either.

[@DanyTheMe]

​@@papalaz4444244 The rani is in the Doctor Who MTG set so they probably already have the rights. Disney has an absurd amount of resources and would absolutely pay up if their research team thought it could help them lock in the classic who fans as a demographic.

[@DanyTheMe]

​@@papalaz4444244but also they're Disney, they could also just go for it feeling confident that if anyone did show up with the rights they wouldn't have the resources to fight Disney in court

[@leepshin]

It's Su Meh! k. The whole reveal was just soooo.............. !!meh!!

[@theKtransmission]

Nice

[@Merlynoflore]

They dont own the rights to the character therefore they cant use her

[@Donnagata1409]

But maybe they do now...

[@theKtransmission]

I really think they might have the rights now, actually. Just some interesting tidbits of evidence I’ve read about. Nothing super-concrete, but I’ll talk about it in my next theory video.