Christmas became more exciting since I started watching Doctor Who a few years ago. Of course, Christmas is special for me, especially in its religious context. You will find various articles about Christmas on this blog.
Doctor Who, a family sci-fi series from the UK, has had Christmas specials since it came back in 2005. Doctor Who added spice to the festivities, and with the story revolving around the First Doctor meeting his thirteenth incarnation (but he’s the Twelfth), I feel more than excited for this year’s Christmas special!
Here is the latest trailer for the special:
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IkWxMG-JDk4?rel=0]
Peter Capaldi, the current Doctor, has been a long-time fan of the show since it aired when he was still a boy. The First Doctor, played by William Hartnell, was his first Doctor! Watching him interact with his childhood hero is excellent, although a new actor plays the character.
David Bradley, famous for playing Argus Filch and Walder Frey, is playing the First Doctor. He previously acted as William Hartnell for a biopic of the latter’s life. He is the third person to play the character.
As per rumors, he was interviewed early this year and asked if he would be playing the First Doctor. He replied with a chuckle, “Who knows?” Well, who knows? Now he is who, too!
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oiilhbk3sj8?rel=0]
It’s too bad Doctor Who is not shown here in the Philippines. I have yet to finish Peter Capaldi’s second season on a DVD my girlfriend bought for me.
And this would be Peter’s last episode before leaving the show. He has given the series a great run, as with all actors, giving it his take. I will remember his wits and his fatherly image. But I am also excited for Jodi Whittaker, who will be the first female Doctor in history, next year!
I wish Doctor Who would be syndicated here. Online streaming providers don’t have the complete collection.
