'Doctor Who' Episode 4 Preview: The Doctor and Ruby to set off on the strangest journey of their lives
Contains spoilers and speculations for 'Doctor Who'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The 'Doctor Who' series made its debut on Disney+ on May 10, 2024, featuring the adventures of the Doctor, played by Ncuti Gatwa, and Ruby Sunday, portrayed by Millie Gibson. Together, they journey across the universe aboard a TARDIS, a time-traveling police box, encountering various challenges and adversaries along the way.
In the first two episodes, which aired on the same day, the Doctor and Ruby venture into different universes, confronting supernatural foes while also delving into their own personal histories. Each episode adds layers to their characters while propelling them through thrilling escapades.
In Episode 3 we saw The Doctor shut down the algorithm with the help of John Francis Vater. As the clock ticks down, Vater sacrifices himself to save the day, bringing peace to Kastarion 3.
Excited for the next adventure? Here's a sneak peek at what awaits in 'Doctor Who' Episode 4, '73 Yards'.
When is 'Doctor Who' Episode 4 releasing?
Disney+ is following a weekly release pattern for 'Doctor Who.' Following this pattern, 'Doctor Who' Episode 4, titled '73 Yards', is set to release on Friday, May 24 at 7 PM ET.
As with every episode this season, '73 Yards' will premiere first on the BBC iPlayer in the UK and Disney+ internationally.
What happened in 'Doctor Who' Episode 3?
In 'Doctor Who' Episode 3, soldiers navigate a battlefield, with Vater communicating with his daughter Splice while Carson and others switch watch duties. When Carson triggers a landmine, it attracts an ambulance which scans Vater but deems his blindness unworthy of treatment.
Vater records a message for Splice before the ambulance terminates him.
Meanwhile, the Doctor investigates but steps on a landmine, prompting Ruby to find him. Together, they discover a casket revealing the truth about the war orchestrated by the Villengard Corporation.
As Vater's AI infiltrates the ambulance system, they prevent an explosion and revive Ruby. With the war ending and the mainframe destroyed, the Doctor, Ruby, Monday, and Splice appreciate the peace. Despite Vater's death, Splice insists he's not truly gone.
The Doctor and Ruby reflect on mortality before returning to the TARDIS.
What to expect from 'Doctor Who' Episode 4?
The Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and companion Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson) are set to land the TARDIS in Wales for the new episode.
The official synopsis reads, "Landing on the Welsh coast, the Doctor and Ruby embark on the strangest journey of their lives. In a rain-lashed pub, the locals sit in fear of ancient legends coming to life."
This episode is written by Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies and directed by Dylan Holmes Williams, known for his work on the horror series 'Servant' and the short film 'The Devil's Harmony.'
While the guest cast will be announced closer to transmission, Aneurin Barnard (Peaky Blinders) and Dame Sian Phillips (Silent Witness) are confirmed to appear. Susan Twist, a recurring guest star, returns, this time portraying 'Hiker.'
Doctor Who creator Russell T Davies praised '73 Yards' while talking to Michael Ball on BBC Radio 2.
"I watched episode 4 last night, and I think it's one of the greatest things I've ever made in my life, so I'm very, very happy with it. It's looking so good, Michael, I love it," he said excitedly.
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