10 Fun Facts About Doctor Who: the War Doctor
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Take the 10-question quizWhich acclaimed actor portrayed the War Doctor?
Sir John Hurt took on the role of the War Doctor for the 50th anniversary special, a previously unseen incarnation who fought in the Time War.
In which TV episode did the War Doctor first briefly appear?
The War Doctor made his first surprise appearance at the very end of 'The Name of the Doctor', setting up his role in the upcoming 50th anniversary special.
What was the title of the 50th Anniversary special prominently featuring the War Doctor?
'The Day of the Doctor' was the feature-length 50th-anniversary special that brought together the War Doctor, Tenth Doctor, and Eleventh Doctor.
What sentient superweapon did the War Doctor intend to use to end the Time War?
The War Doctor stole 'The Moment', a sentient Gallifreyan superweapon, with the intention of using it to end the Time War.
Which two future incarnations of himself did the War Doctor meet during the 50th anniversary special?
In 'The Day of the Doctor', the War Doctor interacted with his future selves, the Tenth Doctor (David Tennant) and the Eleventh Doctor (Matt Smith).
What was the War Doctor's first action after regenerating from the Eighth Doctor?
Upon regenerating, the War Doctor immediately declared 'Doctor no more!', signifying his rejection of the name due to the atrocities of the Time War.
The War Doctor ultimately regenerated into which numbered Doctor?
After the events of 'The Day of the Doctor', the War Doctor regenerated into the Ninth Doctor, portrayed by Christopher Eccleston.
What was the general demeanor of the War Doctor during his main appearance?
The War Doctor was portrayed as a battle-hardened, cynical, and weary individual, burdened by the immense casualties and moral compromises of the Time War.
The interface of The Moment, the sentient weapon, took the form of which character?
When the War Doctor activated The Moment, its interface chose to appear in the form of Rose Tyler, specifically the 'Bad Wolf' persona.
During the Time War, the War Doctor's primary objective was to:
The War Doctor was specifically an incarnation created to fight and end the Last Great Time War, even if it meant making terrible choices.
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