Doctor Who season 4 episode 10 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
On the planet Midnight, the Doctor embarks on an excursion to the Sapphire Waterfall. During the journey, a mysterious entity knocks outside their vehicle and soon starts imitating passengers' speech. It possesses Sky Silvestry, causing panic. The Doctor attempts to communicate, but he becomes the next target, losing control of his speech. Tension among passengers rises, culminating in the hostess sacrificing herself to remove Sky and the entity from the vehicle. The ordeal leaves the Doctor shaken as he ponders the unknown nature of the entity.
Full Episode S04E10 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What planet is the episode "Midnight" set on?
Midnight, known for its toxic X-tonic environment.
Who chooses to stay behind at the Leisure Palace?
Donna stays behind for sunbathing.
What is the Doctor's destination on the Crusader 50?
The Sapphire Waterfall on Midnight.
Who is Professor Hobbes?
A passenger on the Crusader 50, an expert on Midnight.
What happens to the Crusader vehicle during the trip?
It unexpectedly stops, causing concern among passengers.
What initially alarms the passengers outside the vehicle?
Mysterious knocking sounds from an unseen entity.
How does the entity communicate with the passengers?
It mimics their speech, starting with repeating and then synchronizing.
Who is the first passenger to be possessed by the entity?
Sky Silvestry.
How does the Doctor attempt to deal with the entity?
He tries to communicate and understand it but becomes its next target.
What is the passengers' reaction to the Doctor being targeted?
They become fearful and suspicious, thinking he is controlled by the entity.
How is the entity finally dealt with?
The hostess sacrifices herself by pulling Sky, who is possessed, out of the vehicle.
What is the fate of the hostess?
She dies while ejecting Sky and the entity from the vehicle.
How does the Doctor feel after the incident?
He is visibly shaken and contemplative about the nature of the entity.
Does the Doctor reveal the true nature of the entity?
No, the nature of the entity remains a mystery.
What is the Doctor's final action in the episode?
He leaves Midnight, deeply affected by the events.