Doctor Who “The Legend of Ruby Sunday” – Review & Discussion

Temple of Geek’s Who Review hosts Elizabeth and Nate discuss the Doctor Who episode “The Legend of Ruby Sunday,” the first part of a two-part finale. They delve into the episode’s plot, character development, and connections to previous seasons and spin-offs. The hosts also share their theories about the identity of the mysterious Ruby Sunday and the significance of the episode’s events for the future of the show.

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Doctor Who, Season 1, Episode 7, “The Legend of Ruby Sunday”

In this episode of Temple Geek’s Who Review, hosts Elizabeth and Nate delve into the Doctor Who episode “The Legend of Ruby Sunday.” First, the hosts recap how The Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson) journey to UNIT HQ to investigate Susan Triad (Susan Twist) and the mysterious events of Christmas Eve 2004. Then, the plot thickens as an ancient evil from the Time Lord’s past resurfaces, threatening to unleash death and destruction upon the world.

Mel (Bonnie Langford) The Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and Susan Twist (Susan Triad) in Doctor Who “The Legend of Ruby Sunday”

By analyzing the reveal of the episode’s antagonist, Sutekh, and the clever misdirection used throughout the episode. The hosts then delve into various theories about Ruby Sunday’s identity, including her possible connection to the Doctor and the potential return of Susan Foreman, the Doctor’s granddaughter. The hosts also discuss the episode’s unique pacing, intricate makeup and visual effects, and the possibility of a UNIT spin-off series.

Colonel Ibrahim (Alexander Devrient) The Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) Morris Gibbons (Lenny Rush) in Doctor Who “The Legend of Ruby Sunday”

The conversation then shifts to the significance of the clip-clop sound in the TARDIS, the return of Gabriel Woolf as the voice of Sutekh, and the parallels between “The Legend of Ruby Sunday” and the classic episode “Pyramids of Mars.” The hosts also touch upon the line “I haven’t even had my kids yet” and its implications for the Doctor’s timeline, as well as the potential connection between the melody Ruby sings and Sutekh’s melody. The hosts recommend that viewers watch “Pyramids of Mars” before the next episode and express their excitement for the upcoming finale.

Key Discussion Points:

  • The reveal of the big bad, Sutekh, and the clever misdirection throughout the episode.
  • Theories about Ruby Sunday’s identity and her connection to the Doctor.
  • The significance of Susan’s mention and the possibility of her return.
  • The episode’s unique pacing and its resemblance to anniversary specials.
  • The intricate makeup and visual effects are used in the episode.
  • Theories about the hooded figure in the time window and their connection to the Trickster.
  • The return of Rose Tyler and her role in the episode.
  • The possibility of a UNIT spin-off series.
  • The significance of the clip-clop sound in the TARDIS and its connection to previous episodes.
  • The return of Gabriel Woolf as the voice of Sutekh.
  • The parallels between “The Legend of Ruby Sunday” and the classic episode “Pyramids of Mars.”
  • The significance of the line “I haven’t even had my kids yet” and its implications for the Doctor’s timeline.
  • The a possibility of a connection between the melody Ruby sings and Sutekh’s melody.
  • The importance of watching “Pyramids of Mars” before the next episode.
Kate Lethbridge Stewart (Jemma Redgrave) Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson) and Rose (Yasmin Finney) in Doctor Who’s “The Legend of Ruby Sunday”

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Both Nate and Elizabeth express their excitement for the upcoming finale! And they discuss their hopes for the resolution of the episode’s cliffhangers. Leave us a comment with your theories!

Monica Duarte

Monica Duarte

Monica leads the team at Temple of Geek as Editor-In-Chief at Temple of Geek and Executive Producer on all Temple of Geek Projects. She's a passionate enthusiast of all things geek, with a particular fondness for sci-fi gems like Doctor Who, The Expanse, Star Wars, and Star Trek. As the creator of Portrait of a Fangirl, she has found that the Fangirl community is one of the most fullfilling aspects of fandom. She has been with Temple of Geek since 2017 and has led the team since 2020.

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