Spyfall (TV story)

These two episodes hold a lot of fun moments. There's a lot to like in each, often thanks to the brilliant Sacha Dhawan. As much as I'm lukewarm to the concept of the character (and, obviously, I adored Michelle Gomez) I think the Master is a better fit for this era of Who than the Capaldi years. I like a lot about this story, but perhaps my favourite little touch is the obligatory casino scene, where Jodie's Doctor is playing snap instead of poker. Seeing quite how out of place this group looks in the circles of the elite is a delight, and Lenny Henry exudes menace as Barton (even if, for me, he still rarely looks like anything other than Lenny Henry). Akinola's spy theme is also a lot of fun. A good start.

Let me preface this by saying that I know a LOT of people despise this series. I do too! Orphan 55 is genuinely one of the stupidest episodes I have ever seen and the make-up on Hyphen is just awful. The timeless child arc and the revolution of the daleks special that basically retconned the entirety of the show really disappointed me. That being said, however, I really feel like it received too much hate. If you disagree with me, I totally understand! I'd just like to know why you think that, because I'll be presenting my favorite parts of the series. Let me know what you think!

SPYFALL

Honestly I really really liked this episode. Jodie was finally given a competent script that showcased her talents and I could see a little bit of the Doctor finally shining through! The visuals and direction were absolutely SPECTACULAR. The camerawork and CGI were beautiful to behold. The eiffel tower scene was BEAUTIFUL, but the plot was fairly complicated. However, I really did enjoy it. But it kind of annoyed me how they completely destroyed the character of Missy for a one-off (sort of) villain.

FUGITIVE OF THE JUDOON

It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great. Really really interesting implications and I was hooked. The Captain Jack teasing did annoy me, though. I wish they'd actually made him a part of the episode because I didn't appreciate that. I did enjoy the episode, though. Jo Martin had an interesting take on the doctor that I've grown to appreciate.

PRAXEUS

Chibnall got a little too pushy on the plot with the ethics and morals, but I did enjoy it when I first watched it! The plot drew me in and I liked the characters and ideas it used. I totally understand if you didn't though, it did have some flaws.

CAN YOU HEAR ME?

I didn't hate it but upon my first watch I kind of enjoyed it, I guess? Pretty engaging story but the Doctor talking to herself kind of annoyed me. I didn't like that, I thought it was weird. That being said, though, I kind of enjoyed it in a way!

THE HAUNTING OF VILLA DIODATI

I really really really liked this episode! The suspense, the VFX, and Ashad were incredible to see and I really liked it.

ASCENSION OF THE CYBERMAN/TIMELESS CHILDREN

Again, as I've said before, stunning CGI and effects. It was beautiful to watch and I loved the visuals. However, the direction they chose was really strange. I appreciated the cyberman redesign but the choice to DESTROY gallifrey, AGAIN, was ridiculous. We'd finally gotten it back, and Chris decided to write it off! That really really really bugged me and I was very irritated. Howevever, it did make for a good watch, and the scene where the Doctor overloaded the matrix with her thoughts was super cool. The Boundary was really weak writing and I definitely agree with the idea that the Timeless Child should've been the Master. Annoyed me for sure, but it was fun to watch and I really enjoyed it despite the stupid storywriting.

What did you think? I'm really interested to hear everyone's thoughts on this! I've never posted to a Doctor Who community and I'm really nervous. I totally understand if you disagree, I'd LOVE to hear your takes on it. I'm really curious to hear y'all's opinions. I hope you have a lovely day :)

1. When do you suppose the Doctor and "O" first met? I'd say most likely one of the Doctors 9-12, but which one would you say?

2. When the Doctor and Tegan saw each other again in The Power of the Doctor, Tegan was angry partly because the Doctor "abandoned" her. However, last time I checked, Tegan left the Doctor because she couldn't deal with the death and destruction surrounding her. Considering she told the holographic Fifth Doctor that she'd missed him (and would miss him when she left him), was she angry because she hoped to see the Doctor again and it took almost 40 years for that to happen?

What do you think happened to the Master’s TARDIS after the events in Spyfall? As her TARDIS was in San Francisco, she probably would’ve taken it there, but I wonder if it was left there or someone took it. Thoughts?

What do you think happened to the Master’s TARDIS after the events in Spyfall? As her TARDIS was in San Francisco, she probably would’ve taken it there, but I wonder if it was left there or someone took it. Thoughts?

This is a Ranking of all series openers including the first episodes of part 2 of both series six and seven. How would you rank these stories?

1. The Impossible Astronaut/Day of the Moon

2. Spyfall

3. Deep Breath

4. The Eleventh Hour

5. Rose

6. The Pilot

7. The Woman Who Fell to Earth

8. Partners in Crime

9. Asylum of the Daleks

10. The Magician's Apprentice/The Witch's Familiar

11. Let's Kill Hitler

12. Smith and Jones

13. The Bells of Saint John

14. New Earth

What do you think of S12 ep 2 of Doctor Who?

I think that this "new" Master, although he is great, just basically canceled the 3 series arc that Missy went through.

I also think that The Master should have been retired after Missy's death, it gave a sense of finality and this new Master just destroyed this.