Brief Summary
This video serves as an introduction to the Sixth Doctor's era in Big Finish audio dramas. It highlights the companions, both from the original TV series and those created specifically for the audio adventures, and the various series and stories where the Sixth Doctor appears. The video emphasizes the Sixth Doctor's redemption through Big Finish, driven by Colin Baker's desire to explore the character's potential for growth and the significant role of his companions, particularly Evelyn Smythe, in shaping his development.
- The Sixth Doctor's era in Big Finish is marked by significant character redemption and exploration.
- Original companions like Evelyn Smythe, Charlie Pollard, Flip Jackson, Constance Clarke, and Hebe Harrison play crucial roles in the Sixth Doctor's stories.
- The Sixth Doctor appears in various Big Finish series, including the Main Range, Lost Stories, and crossovers with other characters like River Song and Captain Jack.
Introduction
The video introduces the Sixth Doctor's Big Finish adventures, noting that this video will focus on providing an overview of the Sixth Doctor's companions and the main series where he appears. The Sixth Doctor was one of the original actors involved in Big Finish, and his character has been significantly redeemed through these audio dramas. While still retaining his overbearing and brash personality, the Sixth Doctor has been tempered by experience and improved writing.
Evelyn Smythe
Evelyn Smythe is introduced as the first original Big Finish companion and a key figure in the Sixth Doctor's character development. Unlike typical companions, Evelyn is a divorced, 55-year-old history lecturer who challenges the Doctor and becomes his best friend. Their relationship is highlighted by a quote from "Arrangements for War," where the Doctor acknowledges Evelyn as both an emotional and intellectual equal. Evelyn's introduction occurs in "The Marian Conspiracy," where she is discovered to be a temporal anomaly. Together, she and the Sixth Doctor experience numerous adventures, including meeting Charles Darwin, fighting vampires, and even facing Evelyn's transformation into a Cyberman.
Charlie Pollard
Charlie Pollard is the second original Big Finish companion, whose story is intertwined with the Eighth Doctor. Originally saved by the Eighth Doctor from the R101 blimp disaster in 1930, she eventually joins the Sixth Doctor after a series of events. Charlie spends her time with the Sixth Doctor trying to avoid disrupting the timeline by revealing information about the Eighth Doctor. Her adventures with the Sixth Doctor include encountering reverse werewolves, Dalek communists, and narrowly escaping an origami Terminator.
Flip Jackson
Flip Jackson, also known as Philippa, is described as a Rose Tyler-like character but without the negative aspects. She is a mouthy, working-class woman from London who means well. Flip's introduction to the TARDIS was not initially planned; she was a minor character in "The Crimes of Thomas Brewster" but was brought back due to the production team's positive reaction to her performance. Flip's adventures include meeting the Warren, encountering Sill, and falling into a coma after being attacked by a space monster.
Constance Clarke
Constance Clarke is the fourth Big Finish companion, a member of the Women's Royal Naval Service during World War II who works at Bletchley Park. She begins traveling with the Doctor after he takes up residence as one of the Bletchley codebreakers. Constance's travels involve meeting Iranians, being turned into a cyborg cockroach, and encountering various historical and fictional figures. The dynamic between Constance, Flip, and the Sixth Doctor is highlighted as a "Dream Team," with their contrasting personalities creating compelling conflicts and resolutions.
Hebe Harrison
Hebe Harrison is the most recent original Big Finish companion, a wheelchair-bound marine biologist. She represents a blend of old and new companion tropes, with her marine biology skills reminiscent of 80s companions and her disability being a significant aspect of her character. The video emphasizes the effort to portray Hebe's experiences authentically, working with wheelchair-bound actress Ruth Madeley. Hebe's stories address issues of ableism and the misconceptions surrounding wheelchair users.
Other Companions and Series
Besides the main original companions, the Sixth Doctor also travels with Perry and Mel. Perry is similar to her TV counterpart, while Mel is given more depth in Big Finish. The Sixth Doctor also had short-lived companions like Jago and Lightfoot, who have their own series. Additionally, the Sixth Doctor appears in Lost Stories, which are adaptations of unmade TV scripts, and in crossover series like "The Diary of River Song" and "The Lives of Captain Jack." The video concludes by mentioning upcoming videos that will focus on individual companions and special releases like "The Last Adventure" and anniversary specials.
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