Doctor Who Christmas Special "The Church on Ruby Road" REACTION!

[@Rocksteady72a]

"You're holding that like a subway sandwich" is going into the quote hall of fame, next to Bill being donut-ed.

[@thevulcan2949]

This reaction is actually kinda wild because for YEARS, Failwhale was watching old episodes with old Doctors that we had already seen. Now he's all caught up and both he and us as the audience are experiencing new episodes and a new Doctor for the first time together. Hell of a journey

[@Jim_The_Fish]

True, but I’m pretty sure FailWhale has been caught up since like mid-Jodie, but I know what you mean.

[@thepandorica1660]

In that case, shouldn't we count 14? ;) ​@@Jim_The_Fish

[@ImRonDurden]

yeah, hell of a journey. Witnessing the destruction of Dr Who. Awesome lol

[@MissLibbs]

I read somebody's theory that the mavity gloves were something that 14 had made during Earth therapy to cope with losing Rose. She hadn't been able to hold on and had been sucked through the breach and so the Doctor made gloves that could hold on and he wouldn't have to lose anyone like that again. Who knows if that's true, but its heartbreaking

[@lassesgamekanaal]

Ohhh, thats good

[@jonathangoodwin5609]

It can't be true cuz he didn't experience the earth therapy thing, 14 is still doing that while 15 is separate from him.

[@-Genxzys-]

15 is 14 after he's healed, he says that in the episode

[@gamingbady5305]

The moment he realises that the goblins took Ruby and he’s like digesting the information and the anger/sadness of the “they broke the timeline but I will fix this” was amazing to see how he will react to serious moments and the fury of a time lord, obviously it’s early signs but I really enjoyed a peak into those emotions

[@wardjunior1450]

It didn’t make any sense.

[@muklowd]

@@wardjunior1450 That's cos you don't have a Time Lord's brain, a flaw I will confess I share. Just chalk it up to The Doctor's brilliance and enjoy the ride :)

[@wardjunior1450]

@@muklowd but the doctor wouldn’t act like that at all

[@mrdr0161]

​@@wardjunior1450 how would the 15th Doctor react then?

[@wardjunior1450]

@@mrdr0161 well the doctor wouldn’t cry like a bitch for absolutely no reason.

[@aardvarkmaximus7688]

It's plain that Mrs Flood knows what a Tardis is, but until the Doctor's dissappeared she didn't know that the Police Box was one. So she knows Time Lords and their mode of travel, but has probably never met the Doctor. Let the speculation begin! It was so nice to see a joyful Doctor, and my first thought on seeing him in the club was 'finally, the Doctor dances!' On seeing a different reactor, the 'long hot summer with Houdini' refers to a Colin Baker episode from The Big Finish.

[@isaacsatar9304]

In my eyes, he has the, cheekiness of 9, the attitude of 10 and the flirtiness of captain jack, and, as evident, this trio of traits is a brilliant combination.

[@failwhale34]

I can see that a tad bit! Still early days

[@isaacsatar9304]

@@failwhale34 yeah, I hope we get to see transformative process like Capaldi did. Because his journey made 12 one of my favourite Doctors

[@MatthewCYN15]

Cheekiness of 9, attitude of 10, jumpiness of 11, seriousness of 12, joy of 13, and the emotion of 14. Ncuti Gatwa is the Doctor 💙💙

[@rileytipper5110]

I deffo see him being quite standoffish when needed to be. We haven’t quite seen it yet but I know Russel and Ncuti are gonna cook over the next few seasons. I love the progression of each doctor so im excited to see 15’s ‘Arc’. He’s too happy for the minute which makes sense but I know Russel is gonna break ours and the doctors heart at some point and it’s gonna result in great television and I am so ready!!!

[@Metzwerg74]

and a 75 in dumbest story....

[@hothotheat3000]

My favorite scene was 15 and that cop. I thought it was just so lovely that the cop sees the TARDIS disappear in front of him, but he’s not awestruck by it. He’s awestruck that his girlfriend is going to say yes to his proposal. That was genuinely so heartwarming to me.

[@GoliathWarfare]

I think he just accepted it as a Christmas miracle lol

[@paulhammond6978]

Yeah - I hear that scene was the only thing that was added on after a suggestion from Disney people that by that stage in the episode we'd been focusing too much on Ruby and they thought it would be good if they could add something focusing more on the Doctor.

[@faceofbob]

If RTD is still going with the perception filter angle (technology that hides objects in plain sight), the officer would have seen the dematerializing TARDIS as less important than his girlfriend saying yes.

[@chlloolou]

I think as the older part of the fandom we can all agree that the story can be silly, weird or mismatched in places but the true elements that matter/make the show worth watching are the actors and their vibe. This episode was goofy but it gave us SUCH an enjoyable taster for the era to come and I am very excited!!

[@connorbosley4431]

Christmas episodes are always a bit goofy

[@hanonhold]

​@@connorbosley4431Thank you! I keep seeing everybody upset over how goofy it is when the Christmas specials are always like that. I couldn't even bring myself to finish most of RTD1's. They're never an indicator of what the actual series will be like.

[@chlloolou]

@@hanonhold I’m not upset about the goofiness at all, it’s part of the charm that’s always been there. I’m just saying that for me personally as I get older, the goofiness feels quite obviously to keep the show as kid-friendly as it always has been, but it’s the character work that really keeps me hooked nowadays

[@hanonhold]

​@@chlloolouOh I wasn't referring to your comment specifically; it didn't seem like you were complaining at all. I was just adding onto the previous reply. I actually agree with you

[@matthill3293]

Mrs Flood is played by Anita Dobson who is quite famous in her own right but also married to Brian May of Queen and it's just dawned on me - When she says "You look like you've lost a pound and found a sixpence" - Is that a reference to May? Since he played a guitar with a sixpence. The phrase is usually "Lost a pound and found a penny"

[@rain6957]

A fun fact about the controversial new sonic it has an extra bit of Ncuti in the design with a Rwandan proverb (Ncuti being born in Rwanda and raised in Scotland, hence the kilt) in Gallifreyan on it that translates to English as "The sharpness of the tongue defeats the sharpness of the warrior."

[@bonniekeyworth3123]

Ooh I love that. That makes it so much more special

[@sable192005]

When I watched this for the first time, it was honestly the first time I had been so excited for a Doctor and a companion since 9 and Rose. I can't wait to see more. Both of them have such spunk and brightness inside of them.

[@judyparsons1333]

I am a fan of Dr who up until whitaker took over then this one you have now I did watch it and never seen so much garbage R.I.P dr who

[@crepezzzzz]

@@judyparsons1333 Jodie Whittaker didn't write the show, so I always find it weird when people blame her for Chris Chibnall's inability to write for the show and for her character. R T Davies is back now and, unless you also think series 1-4 are garbage then that should make you somewhat hopeful. I guess we'll see, but I don't think writing off the new series as definitely being terrible before it's even started is a good idea. Why would the fact that it was bad for a bit mean it is now stuck being bad forever? The sixth doctor also had quite a rough run in Classic Who, but seven is remembered very fondly by most fans and had plenty of great stories. Keep an open mind and maybe it will surprise you :)

[@robertk2194]

Been watching your doctor who reactions since the start and love every single one! I'm so excited for ncutis first series

[@ricohutchinson9684]

Me too 🎉

[@failwhale34]

[@joaquinhurtado-tapia4369]

Still waiting for the Series 14 reactions...

[@micosxavier2092]

Davina McCall is a real TV personality in the UK. Her show helps people track their biological parents/lineage.

[@SwiftFoxProductions]

Very cool!!

[@jonathangoodwin5609]

Well that explains why her acting is pretty bad. Cuz she's not an actor.

[@starkallen18]

yay i finally catched up to your doctor who reaction videos! the new season is out so im looking forward to see your future reactions!

[@ricohutchinson9684]

Doctor who has returned my brother look forward to the new who reactions 🎉

[@failwhale34]

**HAPPY NEW YEAR! NEW WHO! NEW LIFE. ILY** See you in the Spring.

[@icantthinkofagoodusername4575]

The companion was 9 months old in real life when the first episode with Christopher Eccleston came out

[@failwhale34]

Nice!

[@julianjimenez6141]

What a Coincidence

[@GoblinSing]

That's a *Tasty* bit of trivia!

[@willw6504]

As someone who watched that live... thanks for making me feel old.

[@WittyMick03]

Davina is a real presenter in the UK. She's in a show called Long Lost Family which is what this episode was referencing. She also cameoed in Series 1 Bad Wolf as Davina Droid hosting Big Brother which she used to in real life.

[@adrienne1958l]

I love getting this kind of information . Thank you , and HAPPY NEW YEAR !🥳

[@WittyMick03]

@@adrienne1958l happy new year

[@paulhammond6978]

Yes - I think they might have made it more obviously part of that real series if it had been something on the BBC. As it was, they just went with casting the actual presenter as the presenter of an entirely similar show.

[@JeM130177]

Omg i forgot about the davina droid 🤣🤣🤣

[@friendlyotaku9525]

It only says Spring 2024 on Disney Plus but it has been confirmed the new season will begin in May!

[@fayesouthall6604]

May in the U.K. so same on Disney

[@friendlyotaku9525]

@@fayesouthall6604 Yeah, each episode will go up on Disney Plus at the same time as it airs in the UK, as has been the case with these specials!

[@msoda8516]

Normally it takes me a few episodes to war up to a new doctor but this time I fell in love instantly. He reminds me of the best parts of the other doctors while at the same time being unique. I see bits of Matt smith with his playfulness, jodi with the invention of gloves and the kindness,Capaldi with the bit of sarcasm and tenant with charm

[@mikestopnotchcursedvideos3397]

Definitely a good start for sure. Love all the seeds RTD has been planting for the future shows he has bigger plans ahead.

[@brobro9169]

RTD shows how average he is at writing in this episode

[@mikestopnotchcursedvideos3397]

@@brobro9169 Crazy thing is I didn't ask. Why even reply this to me when I obviously have the opposite opinion lol

[@joshuajoshua2732]

My theory is Mrs. Flood the old neighbour is a Time Lord but someone we never heard of before but is she friend or foe? That is the question.

[@mightheal]

My guess is that it's Ruby after her time with the Doctor.

[@notuptome]

Well a few Theories are out ther and one of them is yes she is a Time lord but possible a Bi-Generation Time lord that has Bi-generated from another Past Doctor somehow some way and also a biggest Theories s she is an Old Ruby Sunday from the Future But ( Who Knows }

[@willw6504]

I'm still hoping she's the Rani.

[@johnking5174]

Happy New Year, good to see you again with Doctor Who. This Christmas special was the number one drama on British television on Christmas Day. Beating all of the soap operas, which used to be the king of Christmas Day ratings. A brilliant episode for the pure Christmas feel you want.

[@txheadshots]

The mystery of Mrs Flood will play a bigger part, I think.... but I love Gatwa

[@fayesouthall6604]

Yeah I think so.

[@ajandrianjafymusic]

I’d love for her to be someone from the doctors past maybe even someone from classic who

[@robvanriot]

A famtastic start to what will hopefully be a great new era for the show. I was like you, goosebumps for Ruby's entrance to the TARDIS. Crazy how Ncuti nails the part instantly.

[@stuartomahony5364]

Long lost family the lady was Davina McCall a famous tv host in the UK she reunites mother's and daughters on ITV

[@careforajellybaby21]

Unclear if this is common knowledge but Ms Flood is played by Sir Brian May's (guitarist for Queen) wife!

[@jasonmarbach]

Ncuti was born for this role, and Ruby is amazing. I already fck *heavy* with this next series

[@Algoconj]

My boy made a reference to One piece, Hbo and Fred again. within the first 3 minutes of the video, love it!

[@phtevenj]

i LOVE Ncuti's energy as the doctor

[@bigted6351]

Wasn't the biggest fan of this episode myself but I really like Ncuti so far

[@tate3777]

same, I am still so stoked about Ncuti, I really like him, and I really am still excited for his series! But unfortunately wasn't in love with this special

[@CaesiusX]

Loved the episode (especially the goblin song). Also enjoyed his dancing on the dancefloor before that. But I too am _iffy_ about the sonic. Excited for what is to come!

[@The.Badger.]

The shop at the begining, with the snowman on the roof, was the same place that Rose worked in the very 1st episode.,

[@WaywardTimelord]

I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS. LET'S GO FAM

[@failwhale34]

let’s GO

[@HawkTeevs]

Mrs. Flood’s identity is really intriguing to me. She knows about TARDISes, but didn’t recognize the Doctor’s TARDIS until it took off. She knows the Doctor and has even traveled with him given the looks she gave the TARDIS and Ruby. So she’s been with the Doctor but it’s been a really long time since she’s seen him. That would only leave 3 options: Romana, Susan, Missy, or some other companion that wasn’t shown on TV.

[@mrdr0161]

How did you come to the conclusion that she travelled with him or even that she knows him?

[@johnking5174]

Why have you not reacted to Ncuti's first full season? I have been waiting ages for this.

[@Mellohi_wither]

I love this doctor so far, im just so confused why the sonic went from 14's masterpiece to what looks like a sonic castanet(?)

[@SawItComingNot]

Great reaction, thank you so much. This episode means a lot to me, because my Mum fostered children for 30 years, dearly loved everyone and provided such a safe and secure environment. She looked after over 100 babies. The second reason I love this, why? It is of course Doctor Who. My first episode was 1978, the great Tom Baker, and it has got better and better every season. Thank you for your reactions, they always make me smile.

[@barriehull7076]

My Xmas day was March 13 when I watch the hdd recording, as I was away for Xmas. Mrs Flood is played by Anita, Lady May (born 29 April 1949), known as Anita Dobson, an English stage, film and television actress, and singer. You might know her husband as now Sir Brian May PhD in astrophysics, lead guitarist of Queen.

[@AndyTheRoo]

I absolutely loved this. Can't wait for the next series!!

[@DristeraCrossing0]

"I am learning the vocabulary of rope!" Only on Dr Who 😊

[@DrifterXiii-0]

Fan theory ruby is the daughter of the ranni when she chameleon circuits herself

[@stuartomahony5364]

Goblins and the actress that played the goblin in the cap played Po in the tellytubbies

[@fayesouthall6604]

Yeah I saw that

[@stuartomahony5364]

@@fayesouthall6604 I was telling failwhale he wouldn't have seen unleashed the behind the scenes show

[@gestaltdude]

Only three things bugged me about this episode. First, why did it take the Doctor so long to realize he needed those gloves? He's been dangling from things for millenia, and he's only just thought it would be good to have something to help in those situations. The Fourth Doctor would be pissed. :P Second, was I the only person waiting for Darla to find some of the goblin seasoning in the baby's wrap? Third, I was left oddly unfulfilled when the Doctor didn't call Kate to ask her to fix the flat. Other than that, it was a pretty solid episode. While I'm here, people are going nuts trying to work out Mrs Flood, the neighbour who knows a TARDIS when she sees one. People are saying she's River, the Rani, another version of the Master...Personally, I think she's a red herring thrown in by a mischievous Russell T Davies. Her story is simple; she worked at UNIT in an administrative capacity when Pertwee was exiled, 50 years ago. She would have learned all about the alien scientific adviser. These memories then settle into her sub-conscious over the years, laying dormant until she saw 15 disappear, when it all came rushing back to her, hence the surprised dropping of the groceries. After that, she knew exactly what was going on. An alternate theory is, with Ruby's parentage unknown, she was placed there by UNIT to keep an eye on the child in case she manifested some weird powers.

[@kobatohanato876]

I just cant get over the fact that the new sonic screwdriver is a remote💀 i dont know how im gonna get used to that...

[@tomgibbs5114]

Made my day! Great reaction, big love from the UK!

[@lucasgarreau6176]

We need you to watch the entire season now !

[@AlexaOleksa]

I understand that general shape of Sonic screwdriver is iconic, bit some people are too judgemental of new one, when we had sonic sunglasses on Capaldi)

[@charg1nmalaz0r51]

Yeah they were dumb too, maybe more so lol.

[@CosmicNerdStudios]

They cant not give us a full musical episode after this right?

[@carlwilson6235]

When will we get your reactions on the new season? Hopefully soon after the finale? (I know, you're probably posting them on the Patreon, but unfortunately I only follow a couple of the shows you do so it's too pricey for me.)

[@elvwood]

We all loved it in our house! The main pluses were the acting and overall vibe, though none of us mind a light plot, especially at this time of year. Taking the first act from _Labyrinth_ made me smile (I thought there was a touch of _Baron_ _Munchausen_ too), and the switch into _It's_ _A_ _Wonderful_ _Life_ was really appropriate for Christmas (Ruby's mum did a great job with the shift). It didn't hurt that my wife was also adopted as a baby, and that we know people very much like Cherry. I think I'm going to really enjoy 15. The spiking of the goblin king was the only sizeable minus for me, I'd rather the Doctor find a less violent solution, but that's not a dealbreaker. As for the sonic screwdriver, I'm more affected by how it's used than what it looks like. The jury's still out on that.

[@orionman-2233]

It's quite late but THANK GOD YOU WATCH IT, SO EXCITED FOR MAY!!!!!!

[@SawItComingNot]

Red, ruby, scarlet, cherry, and rose, all shades of red. Also the quote, "I wonder what i would be without you?" The 10th said the same in his last episodes.

[@EllieJellie.]

Hey man, hope your holiday was great!! 😊👍👍 Excited for this new season

[@dannyinchley2984]

Fun Whovian Fact: The building where the snowman's head falls off the building is the same building that was in Episode 1 of NuWho, "Rose" where Rose meets the Doctor for the first time. Also, on the BBC, they have said that Spring 2024 will be May 2024 for the new series.

[@QuaziInc]

its a pretty damn strong first episode. very comparable to rose intro. also love the musicality they've been bringing to these episodes. even giggle had a plot element be musical notes. im hoping 15 will have a musical episode.

[@corvacks8924]

RTD has said he is working on a musical episode at some point

[@QuaziInc]

@@corvacks8924 oh my god

[@helloneighborfan1626]

May is when the new season starts.

[@sail4170]

Also ik you’ve reacted to some Doctor who extended things, can you please react to the ballad of Russell T Davies and also the Tennant exit party tribute i feel like you’d have fun watching those

[@icantthinkofagoodusername4575]

Member the Davina Droid in Series 1? That’s her

[@stuartomahony5364]

She's a real person she hosted big Brother long lost family and this time next year which is a show about making a goal and meeting up a year later to see how it went Davina McCall

[@xTimelord1997x]

So my theory which i've seen a lot online as well is that Mrs Flood is the Rani.

[@1977Arrakis]

Every single woman who has ever been in Doctor Who since 2005 has at some point been theorised to be the Rani.

[@corvacks8924]

Flood/Rain/Rani?

[@charg1nmalaz0r51]

@@corvacks8924 flood, pond, river. You can do stuff like that with anything lol

[@inkstained8165]

You're the first reviewer I've seen that's pointed out how wild telling someone "my bad luck started when I met you" is. Like what the fuck lady lmao

[@davidjrandall1979]

If the Doctor and Ruby were a Subway sandwich (0:59) what sandwich would they be?

[@failwhale34]

Steak and cheese!

[@AlexaOleksa]

I am absolutely excited for Ncuti Doctor and i am really looking forward for more flirtatious Doctor, a bit of Captain Jack so to speak There were snippets of future episodes in British version and it seems we will get something like this, and i bet it will make some people maaad)

[@DrKnockers05]

Ncuti was the easy MVP of the episode, although Murray Gold hit hard with that score, and Ruby's dynamic with the Doctor is top notch. Has to be said I don't think there's ever been a miscast Doctor. Maybe some less than perfect writing in the past, but ultimately the person playing the Doctor has always been a great choice. Great to see Ncuti continuing that streak (not that there was ever any doubt!).

[@theophane7921]

Will we (or shall I say), when will we get your reactions to season 14? 🙏

[@sialaawana639]

the new series returns in May 2024. So we got 5 months to go. Specific date still has yet to be confirmed though. glad you had fun with this christmas special. it was a fun intro to ncuti and his new companion. I’m excited to see more of 15 and Ruby as they def show promise together with both the fun and emotional moments. The last moments before ruby enters the Tardis was really nice and the musical score was really good too. I love your doctor who reactions, I binged them all. So nice to see you having fun with the series. you should definitely react to more of the whoniverse whenever you have free time. i would love to see you react to SJA, Class and more random episodes of classic who in the future. i saw your Torchwood reactions too and i loved them. 15 and Ruby definitely show potential. I haven’t been this excited with a Tardis team in a long time. Ncuti has really impressed me so far and I’m excited to see where we go with him :)

[@SwiftFoxProductions]

To be specific, the term "foundling" refers to a child who was left somewhere (and found). Such as, a child being left at a hospital, a fire station, or (like Ruby) a church. So, someone who was more formally put up for adoption in some other way or was orphaned would not be considered a foundling. And yes, the score was awesome because we have Murray Gold back!!! 🥰

[@kaerlo203]

I'm glad that there is someone who liked the episode like me. Who d say his opinion after watching it and not after reading something in internet. I saw in YT only hate to this episode sadly, because there is a 5 sec dancing scene.

[@btecbradford5079]

This episode was so good i can't lie, such a fresh feeling

[@jonathangoodwin5609]

4:35 personally I don't see the 9 in him. He was way too nice for that.

[@MrTrevcarter]

Oh! you so get it buddy... I signed up in 1963, "one of the originals you might say". And seeing and enjoying your comments and reactions over all these seasons, y'r cool man. Yeah! put you in the writers room 😂 I just remember you saying not so long ago about a "brother" Timelord driving the TARDIS??? It's gonna be interesting seeing him get involved with people pre 1950's. But it's gonna be a hoot infact, because it's in the magical hands of Russell T. The RTD2 era will be spoken about way into the distant future. RUSSELL, the patron saint of gay men, (WHOOP WHOOP) leading the way. He's the man..... Yawl better be listening Yo Disney!, this is the way we do it over here.... Yeah buddy get you're ass over the pond, it's all waitin' for y' 😂😅😊

[@SaiyanQuad92]

It really feels like Doctor Who is back!! Another great reaction

[@benjamindavis4974]

Ncuti doesn't have a singular look he has a different outfit every episode it's his thing

[@thejfoshow1320]

At 3:35 that’s the department store that ROSE worked at!!

[@Shaunstonard]

Excited to watch Ncuti’s Dr Who, but don’t like the new Sonic Sky remote! Oh well…

[@NickwBush]

Are u done with Doctor Who bro? Would be understandable after the Chibnall era however the current episodes are great and it would be great to see your reactions👊

[@n0body550]

I dont know what you mean with heavy loading at the end, he literally explained what they do earlier in the episode

[@jamespoulton1795]

its actually fire 🔥🔥

[@failwhale34]

yessssssir!

[@d.-_-.b]

After only ever having phallus-shaped sonic screwdrivers it's finally refreshing to have a pudenda-shaped one.

[@isbammoi3358]

I was excited for Ncuti ever since he was announced as the next doctor, and the my excitement was cemented with his performance in The Giggle. Hence my hype for this ep was high, and it did not disappoint! My second fave Xmas Special after 'The Husbands of River Song', which really surprised me! Knocked 'A Christmas Carol' to third and I LOVE that one. I remember being worried about Ruby due to her similarities to Rose (prior to the ep release) on a surface level. She's also blonde, has a 4-letter name starting with an R, and idk how old the character of Ruby Sunday is supposed to be but Millie's age of 19 (is Ruby meant to share that age?) is the same as Rose's character's age (at least at the start). And I did not enjoy or like Rose (she had her moments, but overall I wasn't a fan). I was chanting 'pleasepleaseplease don't be another Rose' lmao. At least rn, she's worlds different, and I'm quite liking her so far. I hope a romance doesn't happen.

[@ajandrianjafymusic]

Aye I just finished watching it myself and can’t wait until May!!

[@shanecoleman1597]

It looks like the remote from click

[@ricohutchinson9684]

Lets go 🎉🎉🎉

[@failwhale34]

Let's go!

[@billabongditty]

So Mrs Flood and the policeman are two characters non-plussed by the Tardis. Hmmm....

[@charg1nmalaz0r51]

Nah i think the policeman like rose from the specials and ruby here suffer from bad writing rather than in universe knowledge of things. They dont act correctly when seeing wild shit.

[@FionaLovecraft]

Mrs Flood is ... weird, earlier on she complains about the Tardis, she's annoyed it's in the way, she's shocked when it vanishes. Then you have the ending.

[@UltimateLordMonkey]

I mean, not all TARDISes appear like a Police box on the outside. So, a lot of people think she knows what a Tardis is, but she just wasn't aware of the Doctor and his particular Tardis.

[@kingofnonation5843]

I think the sonic is fine.

[@sharrowz8518]

Where u at lad new who out 😢

[@ben0345]

Love it love it love it a top reaction as per usual failwhale

[@failwhale34]

Thank you! Btw, you dropped this 👑

[@SGlitz]

Ncuti had it for the Go. Unlike Jodie, who NEVER had it. Welcome 15

[@joelec3732]

11:10 ~ 🎵🎶

[@DaxRaider]

I really like Ruby

[@Nebulametal]

I absolutely loved the Doctor Who Christmas Special "The Church on Ruby Road"! It was a fantastic episode filled with suspense, emotions, and of course, the Doctor's witty humor. The storytelling was top-notch, with an intriguing plot that kept me hooked throughout. One of the highlights of this special was the exceptional performances by the cast. Jodie Whittaker continues to impress as the Thirteenth Doctor, bringing her own unique energy and charm to the role. The supporting cast members were also brilliant, especially in their portrayal of the various characters they encountered on the Ruby Road. The special effects and visuals were stunning, especially during the scenes inside the church. The attention to detail was incredible, and it really helped to create a sense of immersion in the story. The eerie atmosphere and mysterious happenings added to the overall excitement and kept me on the edge of my seat. Additionally, the emotional moments in this episode were incredibly well-executed. The Doctor's interactions with the people on Ruby Road were touching and thought-provoking, highlighting the show's ability to tackle deeper themes while still providing thrilling adventures. Overall, "The Church on Ruby Road" was a captivating and enjoyable Doctor Who Christmas Special. It successfully blended elements of sci-fi, mystery, and drama, and left me eagerly anticipating what's to come in future episodes.

[@UnearthlyGuyy]

W

[@failwhale34]

Big Ws

[@Ghost_Void226]

I feared this doctor would be to light hearted which is ok. Just i was scared they wouldn't make the doctor so serious anymore or but this new doctor has emotion and even is questioning is he the good guy here and I hope we see more of it. I like this doctor is more positive but im waiting to see him fully let his emotions out in the future. Im excited to see more so far even if the Christmas special wasnt my favorite one. But the Christmas specials never truly shows the doctor off to well.

[@charg1nmalaz0r51]

The only bits i liked in this episode were the grandma and mother. They were great. Not sure about ncuti atm, maybe he will improve in time but he seems too human atm for my liking. I always see the doctor like matt smith, kind of normal, kind of odd, not quite human.

[@dalton6173]

I always found it aggravating whenever I mentioned that the doctor should be someone who isn't a white guy considering that it's been a white guy over and over and over and over and over again... I would constantly get people tell me It shouldn't be about race or gender it should be about acting quality and I'm like well if it was just about acting quality and wasn't about race and gender already then it would have been someone who isn't a white guy at least once or twice I mean the number of actors who were absolute nobody's or at least not a common household name prior to being the doctor is pretty much all of them like I know this new doctor has some decent acting experience under their belt in a decently popular series however even he isn't a household name until probably now. I mean the odds of the best actor for the role being a white guy that many times in a row without any possible other actors including super famous ones or not famous ones plenty of people who could have done phenomenally. Sorry just had a rant about that. Found it hilarious that if they actually sat back and thought about it for a minute their own argument proves that it clearly was about race and gender prior and that's the reason we need to again make it about race and gender and intentionally look for those good actors who happen to not be white guys.

[@nathanjordon6950]

This episode was very much a hit and miss for me. I'm digging Ncuti and I think Millie Gibson will make a good companion but I wasn't a big fan of the musical part of the episode. Also, I think one problem with this new era so far is that it always seems too easy how the villain is defeated. It always feels very convenient... maybe that's just me. Also, yeah the new sonic looks like the Click remote, I'm not a fan ahaha.

[@willw6504]

Yeah, agreed. The music was a bop, but I feel like they've been overusing it lately. The only musical piece in the past few years that didn't feel out of place was the one with Neil Patrick Harris as the Toymaker - and that's because he is supposed to be absurd.

[@ruthalber4658]

Bella would be a better Ariel would be a better even three would be a better anything but

[@halimmatacem3430]

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