December 24th 2024.
Fans of the long-running sci-fi show, Doctor Who, were left in awe as a newly colourised version of a classic 60s episode appeared to confirm a popular fan theory. The episode in question was the Second Doctor's final adventure, The War Games, which originally aired in 1969. This comes as the BBC's second attempt to revamp Classic Who episodes, following the successful colourisation of the First Doctor's adventure, The Daleks, back in 2023.
The 90-minute special aired on BBC Four on Monday night, with the promise of updated visual effects. In addition to showcasing the never-before-seen regeneration of Patrick Troughton into the Third Doctor, played by Jon Pertwee, the episode also featured a surprise appearance by the rogue Time Lord, The War Chief. Fans were quick to notice that the soundtrack used during his scenes was the same theme song used for the Doctor's arch-nemesis, The Master.
The Master, who was originally portrayed by Roger Delgado and most recently by Sacha Dhawan, was officially introduced in 1971 and has since become a prominent character in the franchise. However, fans have long speculated that The War Chief and The Master were one and the same, due to their similar personalities and appearances. While there have been hints in various Doctor Who materials, this is the first time that the theory has been confirmed.
The synopsis for the colourised special reads: "When the Tardis lands in the horrors of World War I, the Doctor uncovers a threat spanning galaxies and history itself. But this time, saving the day might doom the Doctor forever." And every time The War Chief appeared on screen, the theme song used for The Master in season three of NuWho could be heard in the background, solidifying the fan theory.
Whovians took to social media to express their shock and excitement at this revelation, with many praising actor Edward Brayshaw's performance as The War Chief. The new episode also featured a surprise appearance by John Simm's version of The Master's theme song, further cementing the connection between the two characters.
Fans now eagerly await the upcoming Christmas special, Joy To The World, starring Nicola Coughlan and Ncuti Gatwa. In a review of the episode, Metro praised Coughlan's performance and expressed disappointment that she would only be making a one-off appearance. The second season is set to air in 2025, with the return of Ruby Sunday and the introduction of a new companion played by Varada Sethu.
As for which Classic Who adventure will be colourised next, there is no official confirmation at this time. But fans can enjoy the newly colourised version of The War Games on BBC iPlayer and look forward to the Doctor Who Christmas special on December 25 at 5:10pm. And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, be sure to get in touch with our entertainment team. We'd love to hear from you!
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