Doctor Who: The Return of Doctor Mysterio (2016)

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When brain-swapping aliens attack New York, the Doctor and Nardole link up with an investigative reporter and a mysterious masked superhero known only as the Ghost. Can the Doctor save Manhattan? And what will be revealed when we see behind the mask?

Overview
"Doctor Who: The Return of Doctor Mysterio" is a 2016 episode of the British science fiction television program "Doctor Who". This annual Christmas special marks the 2nd look of Peter Capaldi in his twelfth version as the Doctor. Composed by showrunner Steven Moffat, the episode combines the series' conventional science fiction elements with a homage to comics superheroes.

Plot Summary
The plot focuses on the Doctor and a young New Yorker named Grant. The mad but well-meaning Doctor unintentionally provides Grant a gemstone embedded with alien innovation, misinterpreting it for medication to help with the young boy's cold. Grant swallows the gems, which gives him superhuman powers - this sets up the property, changing Grant into the superhero 'The Ghost'.

Fast-forward to the present day, we discover Grant working as a baby-sitter while covertly battling New York City's crime under the guise of 'The Ghost.' The Doctor, unaware of Grant's double life, re-enters his life while investigating Harmony Shoal, a suspicious research study facility linked to alien activity.

Consistency Shoal
The sinister corporation, Harmony Shoal, is revealed to be managed by scary, brain-swapping aliens with eyes in the back of their heads referred to as the Shoal of Winter Harmony. Their perilous plan includes moving their brains into leading political and defense figures to get control over Earth.

The Doctor, in addition to a sceptical investigative journalist, Lucy Fletcher, works to prevent the devious plot, repeatedly crossing paths with the enigmatic Ghost.

Brave Acts
The thrilling climax includes the Doctor, with the assistance of Nardole (a character from a previous Christmas special, now assisting the Doctor), exposing the atrocious strategy to the public. Simultaneously, Grant, as his modify ego 'The Ghost,' needs to handle saving the city and securing his identity from Lucy, for whom he harbors a secret love.

Conclusion
In the finale, Grant's identity is revealed to Lucy, resulting in a touching and amusing scene that captures the tone of the episode. The Doctor as soon as again assists in saving the day, and as he leaves New York with Nardole, it's apparent he'll continue his experiences, in spite of missing his previous companion Clara.

Reflection
"Doctor Who: The Return of Doctor Mysterio" is an amusing homage to classic comic book superhero clichés while maintaining the classical beauty and characteristics of the long-running "Doctor Who" series. The mix of humor, action, experience, and mild emotion that specifies the series is brought to life with outstanding performances from the cast, especially Peter Capaldi and Justin Chatwin (as Grant). The mix of superhero folklore with Doctor Who custom produces an exciting and engaging watch, delivering a festive treat for fans and brand-new viewers alike.

Top Cast

  • Peter Capaldi (small)
    Peter Capaldi
    The Doctor
  • Matt Lucas (small)
    Matt Lucas
    Nardole
  • Justin Chatwin (small)
    Justin Chatwin
    Grant
  • Charity Wakefield (small)
    Charity Wakefield
    Lucy
  • Tomiwa Edun (small)
    Tomiwa Edun
    Mr. Brock
  • Aleksandar Jovanovi? (small)
    Aleksandar Jovanovi?
    Dr. Sim
  • Logan Hoffman
    Young Grant
  • Daniel Lorente
    Teen Grant
  • Sandra Teles (small)
    Sandra Teles
    Reporter
  • Tanroh Ishida (small)
    Tanroh Ishida
    Operator
  • Vaughn Johseph
    Soldier