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The first Christmas special, "The Time of Christmas," marked a significant milestone for the revamped Doctor Who series. Written by Russell T. Davies, the episode introduced David Tennant as the newly regenerated Tenth Doctor. This witty and charming tale followed the Doctor and Rose Tyler (Billie Piper) as they encountered Santa Claus (played by a game-changing CGI) and the sinister Abzorbal creatures.
| Year | Title | Doctor | |------|-------|--------| | 2005 | The Christmas Invasion | Tenth | | 2006 | The Runaway Bride | Tenth | | 2007 | Voyage of the Damned | Tenth | | 2008 | The Next Doctor | Tenth | | 2009 | The End of Time (Part 1) | Tenth | | 2010 | A Christmas Carol | Eleventh | | 2011 | The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe | Eleventh | | 2012 | The Snowmen | Eleventh | | 2013 | The Time of the Doctor | Eleventh |
Arguably the most epic two-part special of the era, "The End of Time," which aired over Christmas and New Year, served as the Tenth Doctor’s swan song. Haunted by a prophecy of his death, the Doctor was drawn into a scheme by his resurrected nemesis, the Master (John Simm), whose plan involved transforming the entire human population into copies of himself. The story escalated to the return of the Doctor’s own people, the Time Lords, led by the malevolent Lord President Rassilon, threatening to destroy the universe to escape their time-locked pocket dimension. The Doctor ultimately saved the day but at a terrible price, sacrificing himself to save his dear friend Wilfred Mott. David Tennant’s final, tearful "I don't want to go" and his poignant farewell to all his companions marked the end of an unforgettable chapter in Doctor Who history. Doctor Who 2005 2013 Christmas Special The Time...
The episode concludes with the first full appearance of Peter Capaldi as the Twelfth Doctor.
: Because the Doctor has used all his regenerations and is dying of old age, the Time Lords grant him a new regeneration cycle through the crack in time, allowing him to defeat the Dalek fleet and transform into his next incarnation. Production & Reception Written by : Steven Moffat. Directed by : Jamie Payne.
Ultimately, the special closed the chapter on the post-2005 revival's first major narrative cycle, resolving the Doctor's loneliness regarding the loss of Gallifrey and resetting the character's biological clock for decades of future adventures. This public link is valid for 7 days
An unnumbered incarnation fought in the Time War, secret until the 50th Anniversary.
The Doctor makes a noble choice. He decides to stay and protect the town of Christmas so the Time Lords cannot return (saving the universe from war), but also preventing the enemies from destroying the town. He sends Clara home to safety, but she returns to find that centuries have passed .
Following the massive 50th Anniversary special, "The Day of the Doctor," the show faced the daunting task of saying goodbye to Matt Smith, who had brought a chaotic, fairy-tale energy to the Time Lord. "The Time of the Doctor" was tasked with tying together the "Silence" arc, the crack in time, the fate of Trenzalore, and the limitation of the Doctor's regenerations. Can’t copy the link right now
The Doctor Who Christmas specials from 2005 to 2013 have become an integral part of the show's history and legacy. These episodes have provided fans with a unique blend of science fiction, humor, and holiday cheer. "The Time of the Doctor" marked a significant milestone in the series, bringing an end to an era and paving the way for new adventures with the Twelfth Doctor.
Comparing the Russell T Davies and Steven Moffat eras shows a fascinating evolution in the show's approach to its Christmas episodes.
