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Celebrating Five Decades of Time Travel: A Deep Dive into the Fourth Doctor's 50th Anniversary Shorts

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The Fourth Doctor, Tom Baker, In A Publicity Photo For The 50th Anniversary Of 'Doctor Who.' Doctor Who: The Roots Of Evil: Fourth Doctor (Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E Shorts 4)

On November 23, 2013, BBC aired a series of short films titled "The Night of the Doctor," "The Last Day," and "The Day of the Doctor" to mark the 50th anniversary of the beloved British science fiction series "Doctor Who." These shorts featured the Eighth Doctor, Paul McGann, and the Tenth Doctor, David Tennant, but they also included a surprise appearance from the beloved Fourth Doctor, Tom Baker.

Doctor Who: The Roots of Evil: Fourth Doctor (Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E Shorts 4)
Doctor Who: The Roots of Evil: Fourth Doctor (Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E-Shorts Book 4)
by Philip Reeve

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Language : English
File size : 1659 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 45 pages
Screen Reader : Supported

The Fourth Doctor is one of the most iconic Doctors in "Doctor Who" history. Baker's portrayal of the character was eccentric and whimsical, but also wise and compassionate. He was a man who loved to travel and explore, and he always had a twinkle in his eye.

The Fourth Doctor's appearance in the 50th anniversary shorts was a welcome surprise for fans. It was a chance to see Baker reprise his iconic role one last time. The shorts also gave fans a glimpse into the Doctor's past and future.

"The Night of the Doctor"

The Eighth Doctor, Paul McGann, In 'The Night Of The Doctor.' Doctor Who: The Roots Of Evil: Fourth Doctor (Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E Shorts 4)

"The Night of the Doctor" is a short film that tells the story of the Eighth Doctor's regeneration into the War Doctor, played by John Hurt. The film is set during the Time War, a devastating conflict between the Time Lords and the Daleks.

The Eighth Doctor is a pacifist, and he is horrified by the violence of the Time War. He believes that the only way to stop the war is to destroy the Time Lords. However, he knows that this will also mean destroying his own people.

In the end, the Eighth Doctor sacrifices himself to save the Time Lords. He uses the Eye of Harmony, a powerful Time Lord artifact, to create a time lock that prevents the Daleks from destroying Gallifrey, the Time Lords' home planet.

"The Last Day"

The Tenth Doctor, David Tennant, In 'The Last Day.' Doctor Who: The Roots Of Evil: Fourth Doctor (Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E Shorts 4)

"The Last Day" is a short film that shows the Tenth Doctor's final moments before his regeneration into the Eleventh Doctor, played by Matt Smith. The film is set on the planet Trenzalore, where the Doctor has been trapped for centuries.

The Tenth Doctor is tired and worn out. He has been fighting the Daleks and other enemies for centuries, and he is ready to rest. However, he knows that he cannot leave Trenzalore. The planet is protected by a time lock, and if he leaves, the Daleks will destroy it.

In the end, the Tenth Doctor sacrifices himself to save Trenzalore. He uses his regeneration energy to create a new time lock that will protect the planet for another thousand years.

"The Day of the Doctor"

The Tenth Doctor, David Tennant, And The War Doctor, John Hurt, In 'The Day Of The Doctor.' Doctor Who: The Roots Of Evil: Fourth Doctor (Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E Shorts 4)

"The Day of the Doctor" is a special episode that aired on the 50th anniversary of "Doctor Who." The episode stars Matt Smith as the Eleventh Doctor, David Tennant as the Tenth Doctor, and John Hurt as the War Doctor.

The episode tells the story of how the three Doctors team up to defeat the Zygons, a shape-shifting alien race. The Zygons are planning to invade Earth, and the Doctors must stop them.

In the end, the Doctors are victorious. They defeat the Zygons and save Earth. However, the War Doctor is killed in the process.

The Fourth Doctor's Legacy

The Fourth Doctor is one of the most beloved Doctors in "Doctor Who" history. His eccentric personality and whimsical nature made him a fan favorite. He was a man who loved to travel and explore, and he always had a twinkle in his eye.

The Fourth Doctor's appearance in the 50th anniversary shorts was a welcome surprise for fans. It was a chance to see Baker reprise his iconic role one last time. The shorts also gave fans a glimpse into the Doctor's past and future.

The Fourth Doctor's legacy is one of adventure, exploration, and compassion. He was a man who always fought for what he believed in, even when it meant sacrificing himself. He is an inspiration to fans of all ages, and his stories will continue to be told for generations to come.

Doctor Who: The Roots of Evil: Fourth Doctor (Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E Shorts 4)
Doctor Who: The Roots of Evil: Fourth Doctor (Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E-Shorts Book 4)
by Philip Reeve

4.3 out of 5

Language : English
File size : 1659 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 45 pages
Screen Reader : Supported
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Doctor Who: The Roots of Evil: Fourth Doctor (Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E Shorts 4)
Doctor Who: The Roots of Evil: Fourth Doctor (Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E-Shorts Book 4)
by Philip Reeve

4.3 out of 5

Language : English
File size : 1659 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 45 pages
Screen Reader : Supported
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