Ep 7. The Trial of a Time Lord: Part 7
- October 18, 1986
- 24 min
The Trial of a Time Lord: Part 7 is the seventh episode of season 23 of the classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, the Doctor continues to face trial on charges of destabilizing the universe. As the trial progresses, new evidence is presented that suggests the Doctor may have been responsible for the destruction of an entire star system.
The Doctor's defense is complicated by the appearance of a mysterious and powerful woman known as the Valeyard. The Valeyard seems to have inside knowledge of the Doctor's past, and uses this knowledge to undermine the Doctor's credibility in court. However, the Doctor remains determined to prove his innocence, and enlists the help of his companions to investigate the true cause of the star system's destruction.
As the trial continues, tensions rise between the Doctor and the Valeyard, with both sides employing increasingly desperate tactics. The Doctor is forced to confront some uncomfortable truths about his past, while the Valeyard reveals a shocking secret that threatens to derail the trial entirely.
Throughout the episode, there are moments of humor and action, as the Doctor and his companions navigate their way through various obstacles and challenges. But the underlying theme of the episode is one of betrayal, as the Doctor must come to terms with the fact that someone he once trusted has turned against him.
In the end, the Doctor manages to uncover the truth about the star system's destruction, but not before the trial takes a surprising and dramatic turn. This episode marks a pivotal moment in the season-long storyline of The Trial of a Time Lord, and sets the stage for the final episodes of the season. Fans of classic Doctor Who will appreciate the depth and complexity of the storytelling, as well as the strong performances from the talented cast.