Doctor Who (2005) Season 702 Episode 8
Doctor Who (2005)
Season 702

Ep 8. The Name of The Doctor

  • TV-PG
  • May 18, 2013
  • 44 min
  • 9.0  (8,577)

The Name of The Doctor is the eighth episode of season 702 of the popular science fiction television series Doctor Who. The show follows a time-traveling alien, simply known as the Doctor, who travels around in his TARDIS (Time and Relative Dimension in Space) with his companions. The Name of The Doctor is a pivotal episode in the show's storyline that sets the scene for the exciting season finale.

The episode opens with the Doctor receiving a telepathic message from a mysterious woman who has been haunting his dreams. The woman, who is known as the Whisper Men, reveals that she is aware of the Doctor's darkest secret, and that he must travel to the planet Trenzalore to save himself and his companions. The Doctor, along with his faithful companions Clara and Vastra, sets off on a dangerous journey to the planet, which holds the key to the Time Lord's future.

Along the way, the Doctor and his companions face numerous challenges and obstacles, including a sinister group of villains known as the Whisper Men, who are committed to stopping the Doctor from reaching his destination. The Whisper Men are dark and menacing, with their powers to erase memories and obscure the truth causing the Doctor and Clara to doubt their sanity.

As they travel further into the planet, they eventually come across a fearsome collection of enemy creatures that the Doctor has defeated throughout his many lives, known as the Great Intelligence. The Great Intelligence seeks to use the secrets of the TARDIS to change the course of history, leading to an epic confrontation between the Doctor and his old enemy.

Throughout the episode, there are several plot twists and turns, as the Doctor and Clara must navigate through various dangers and obstacles to reach their goal. Along the way, they learn important lessons about faith, loyalty, and the importance of never giving up. The episode is filled with action, suspense, and high-stakes drama, as the fate of the Doctor and his companions hangs in the balance.

Overall, The Name of The Doctor is an exciting and thrilling episode of Doctor Who that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. The episode sets the stage for what is sure to be an epic season finale, as the Doctor faces his darkest demons in a battle that could determine the fate of the entire universe. Fans of the show will not want to miss this exciting episode, which is sure to be one of the most memorable of the entire series.

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Description
  • First Aired
    May 18, 2013
  • Content Rating
    TV-PG
  • Runtime
    44 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    9.0  (8,577)