Friends Reunited (CON episode)

 was the episode of Doctor Who Confidential broadcast in conjunction with School Reunion.

The title is a reference to the social networking website.

Aspects of production covered

 * Elisabeth Sladen's reactions toward returning to Doctor Who as Sarah Jane Smith after several decades.
 * David Tennant's excitement at working with a former companion of the classic series.
 * John Leeson returning to provide the voice of K9, and the voice-over recording process.
 * Filming for the showdown at the pool between the Tenth Doctor and Finch.
 * Anthony Head discusses playing the part of Finch.

Additional topics covered

 * The history of Sarah Jane Smith in the classic run.
 * David Tennant discusses the impact explored of companions being left behind, and how that might affect them when they hope for him to return.

Music list

 * "Reason Is Treason" by Kasabian, Album: Kasabian
 * "Keep on Running" by Spencer Davis Group, Album: Born To Be Wild (also used in CON: Doctor Who: A New Dimension)
 * "Man with a Harmonica (from 'Once Upon a Time in the West')" by Ennio Morricone, Album: Best of the West
 * "That's The Way I Like It" by KC & the Sunshine Band, Album: And They Danced The Night Away
 * "Ev'rytime We Say Goodbye" by Ella Fitzgerald, Album: The Cole Porter Songbook

Elements retained in Cut Down

 * Elisabeth Sladen's reactions toward returning to Doctor Who as Sarah Jane Smith after several decades.
 * David Tennant's excitement at working with a former companion of the classic series.
 * Anthony Head discusses playing the part of Finch. (slightly condensed)
 * Filming for the showdown at the pool between the Tenth Doctor and Finch.

Home video releases
The "Cut Down" version of this episode was included on the Doctor Who: The Complete Second Series DVD box set released on 20 November 2006.