Doctor Who: The Christmas Invasion - A Thrilling Adventure
Doctor Who: The Christmas Invasion - A Thrilling Adventure
Doctor Who: The Christmas Invasion is a special episode of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which was first broadcast on 25 December 2005. It is the first full episode to feature David Tennant as the Tenth Doctor, who had previously appeared in a brief cameo at the end of the previous episode, The Parting of the Ways.
The episode follows the Doctor and his companion Rose Tyler (Billie Piper) as they return to Earth after their adventures in space and time. However, they soon discover that an alien race called the Sycorax are planning to invade the planet and enslave humanity using a blood control device. The Doctor, who is still recovering from his regeneration, must face the Sycorax leader in a sword fight to save the world.
The Christmas Invasion was written by Russell T Davies, the show's head writer and executive producer, and directed by James Hawes. It was watched by 9.84 million viewers in the UK, making it the third most-watched programme of Christmas Day 2005. It received positive reviews from critics, who praised Tennant's performance, the humour and the action sequences. The episode was released on DVD in 2006, along with The Parting of the Ways and New Earth.
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The Doctor gains the upper hand in the duel, but the Sycorax leader cheats and cuts off the Doctor's hand. The Doctor, however, regrows his hand due to his recent regeneration, and defeats the Sycorax leader. He gives him a chance to leave peacefully, but when the Sycorax leader tries to attack him again, the Doctor throws a satsuma at a control button, causing the leader to fall to his death. The Doctor orders the Sycorax to leave Earth and never return.
As the Doctor and his friends return to Earth on the TARDIS, Harriet Jones orders Torchwood to fire a secret weapon at the retreating Sycorax ship, destroying it. The Doctor is furious with her for this act of murder, and warns her that he can bring her down with one word. He whispers "Don't you think she looks tired?" to her aide, Alex Klein, planting a seed of doubt that spreads through the media and leads to Harriet Jones losing her public confidence and resigning.
The Doctor rejoins Rose, Mickey and Jackie for Christmas dinner, wearing a new outfit of a brown pinstriped suit and a long brown coat. He also receives a phone call from his old friend Sarah Jane Smith, setting up the events of School Reunion. He then takes Rose to see the newly formed snow, which is actually ash from the destroyed spaceship. He tells her that he needs her as his companion and she happily agrees to continue travelling with him.The Christmas Invasion received critical acclaim from both fans and critics. It was praised for its introduction of David Tennant as the Tenth Doctor, its balance of humour and drama, and its festive atmosphere. It was also nominated for several awards, including the 2006 Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation, Short Form, and the 2006 BAFTA Cymru Award for Best Screenwriter.
The episode was watched by 9.84 million viewers in the UK, making it the third most-watched programme of Christmas Day 2005, behind EastEnders and The Vicar of Dibley. It also received an Appreciation Index score of 84, indicating a high level of satisfaction among viewers. The episode was released on DVD in 2006, along with The Parting of the Ways and New Earth. It was also included in the Complete Second Series box set in 2006. 29c81ba772