Doctor Who: Remembrance of the Daleks
London, 1963: The Doctor returns to the place where it all began — alongside his latest companion, Ace, with unfinished business. Not for the first time, unusual events are unfolding at Coal Hill School. At 76 Totter's Lane, the Doctor discovers that his oldest foes — the Daleks — are on the trail of stolen Time Lord technology that he left on Earth long ago. The Daleks are planning to perfect their own time-travel capability, in order to unleash themselves across the whole of time and space.
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Plot Summary
The Seventh Doctor and his companion Ace return to Coal Hill School in London, the site of the Doctor's first adventure. They discover that a group of Daleks, led by their mysterious leader Davros, are also present, excavating a mysterious box. The Doctor must confront his oldest enemy while uncovering secrets about his own past and the nature of the Daleks.
Critical Reception
Remembrance of the Daleks is widely considered one of the greatest Doctor Who stories of the classic era, praised for its darker tone, Sylvester McCoy's performance, and its significant impact on the Dalek mythology. It's often cited as a turning point for the show, setting a new standard for storytelling and character development.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its ambitious storytelling and the Doctor's manipulative portrayal.
- Celebrated for its deep dive into Dalek lore and Davros's return.
- Hailed as a significant and influential story that redefined the Doctor and the Daleks.
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Fun Fact
This serial is notable for featuring the Dalek Emperor and hinting at the Doctor's true nature and his past with the Daleks, planting seeds for future character development.
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