This was the first official episode of the new season and it felt great to see my old friend The Doctor back in action. After suffering some losses in the Christmas episode, it was time to lighten up. Cue Catherine Tate.
Last night's episode re-introduced Tate as The Doctor's new companion Donna Noble. Catherine Tate is very popular in England for her sketch comedy show and her comedic timing and sassy sensibility is a welcome addition to The Doctor's universe.
In the best scene last night, The Doctor and Donna get reacquainted from across a room using only hilarious sign language to communicate.
Based on this first outing and upcoming episodes Tate will bring a lot more comedy to The Doctor's world. She will also provide more balance as a companion because she will not be bogged down by hero worship like his previous companions.
I felt this was a great start to the new season, and with the surprise cameo at the end it appears we are in for a very interesting story arc.
Next week our heroes visit Pompeii and are faced with an impossible choice.
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