This finally gives McGann his regeneration episode. The Big Finish references are nice, effectively canonising that great set of adventures, and it certainly fits into the character of the Eighth Doctor, now broken down by his experiences. Great to see Karn again, which fits into the New Eighth Doctor Adventures where the Doctor met the Sisterhood. A lot of references but this episode does seem aimed at the more devoted fans. Small but good cast. McGann gives brilliant performance and has a suitably tragic regeneration, giving up being the Doctor after feeling he must become a Warrior instead to help. The story gives a horrible subversion of what would usually happen in this situation, Cass refusing to be saved by a Time Lord and showing how much they have changed, like the Doctor has to change into someone who can fight. Overall great story.
Review of The Night of the Doctor
