Doctor Who: The Curse of Fatal Death

This charity special, created for Comic Relief, parodies the Doctor Who series. The plot involves the mysterious destruction of Gallifrey and the imminent arrival of an alien race known as the Reapers, who consume time itself. The Doctor must find a successor before time runs out, leading to a series of unlikely regenerations.

As a comedic spoof and charity special, "The Curse of Fatal Death" was generally well-received by fans for its humor and the novelty of its star-studded cast playing Doctors and companions. It's primarily remembered for its lighthearted and self-aware take on the long-running science fiction series, rather than critical acclaim in a traditional sense.

• Praised for its humorous and affectionate parody of Doctor Who.

• Appreciated for its all-star cast, particularly Rowan Atkinson and Richard E. Grant.

• Seen as a fun, one-off special that doesn't take itself too seriously.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely positive, with viewers enjoying the comedic performances and the unique, satirical take on the Doctor Who universe. Many found it to be a delightful and memorable charity event.

The special famously featured multiple actors playing the Doctor, including Rowan Atkinson, Richard E. Grant, and Joanna Lumley (as the first female Doctor), and even featured a cameo from Hugh Grant as a future Doctor.