Doctor Who - Series 4 Vol.4 Reviews

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[Highly rated reviewer]

Simply the Best

Three of the best episodes of Dr Who that I have ever seen.

In Turn Left we see how the Who universe would be if the Doctor were not there - it is a bleak and weary place. This was eagerly awaited as the story that saw the return of Billie Piper - but Catherine Tate stole the show. Her reaction to what she saw in the circle of mirrors was breathtaking.

In The Stolen Earth and Journey's End we have the companions coming together first to defend the Earth in the Doctor's absence and then to follow his lead against Davros and the Daleks. It is hard to pick a single favourite moment - I have limited myself to six (!) sections that stand out: 'Harriet Jones, former prime minister'; then of course the Doctor's reunion with Rose, and the famous cliffhanger; the moment when the Doctor's soul is revealed; Murray Gold's joyous music completing the glories of the Earth being towed home; the scenes leading up to THAT kiss; and, of course, Donna Noble's departure - it was simply heartbreaking.

Like, it seems, most of the rest of the Whovian fanbase I had doubts about Catherine Tate's return to the series - and how wrong we were. If I had to rank the three companions of the new Who she would come out on top. She is a terrific actress who gave her all to series 4 and completely won me over. I only wish she had been able or willing to commit to a longer stint as Donna Noble.

A formidable end to the series

I have been indifferent to some of the stories in this series but this disk brings the series to a satisfactory conclusion. The final ending is bitter-sweet...

[Highly rated reviewer]

OMG

these are the best episodes in the whole history of doctor who i mean the story is top notch and the acting is amazing, serously if you like doctor who rent this and enjoy

two doctors

brilliant finale excelllent story nice to see everyone involved Rose Sarah Jayne etc

where does Russel t keep coming up with all these ideas, i thought series 4 was a little weak to start with but finished with a bang.

Roll on xmas special with the cybermen and the specials for next year.

The best series finale for years, if not EVER!

This disc will totally have you glued to your seat. I've seen 'Journey's End' 3 times now and I still find it compelling and of course a little sad.

The whole team are just great! You even get a taster of the Christmas Special at the end.

Awesome!

Best of the series

Nce to welcome back all the stars of the previous series. Previous companions show up Catherine Tate's dire stretch as the Doctor's companion.

doctor who-series 4 vol.4

very scary, but completly brilliant! *****

1 good one out of 3

I found Turn Left to be one of the most tedious stories of the new series since Boom Town. It seemed pointless apart from being a back slapping reminder of Russell T Davies stint as Executive Writer.

The Stolen Earth however is one of the best Dr Who stories EVER with a wonderful roller coaster ride up to the best cliff hanging ending(s) of all time. The Daleks at last returned as the ruthless beings they used to be with the manic Davros superbly acted by Julian Bleach.

Then comes Journey's End. A totally wasted opportunity. Yes, it is high octane viewing and definitely entertaining but for the climax, RTD throws logic to the wind, with really silly concepts, unfulfilled promises from the rest of the series and the eventual beating of the Daleks that wanted me put a boot through the TV. He seems to have contempt for the intelligence of his audience and it spoilt what could have been a classic finale. Catherine Tate has been nothing short of remarkable and David Tenant has made his 10th Doctor the best yet. It will be hard but try to watch only episode 2 on this DVD. That really is Dr Who at its best.

[Highly rated reviewer]

Billie is great again

but with the other companions really do not match and it failed to grip me as the other billie episodes have done