Doctor in Distress! How We'd Save Who (The Snake Boys Show Episode 5)
Summary
The Snake Boys discuss the BBC’s decision to put Doctor Who out to tender, pitching their ideal reboot with actors like Sophie Thompson, Sam Riley, and Paul Reddy. They debate companion concepts, including a journalist and a homeless girl, while debating the show’s future direction. The episode also features a tribute to the late Sam Neill and a review of the stage adaptation of Totoro.
Topics discussed
Intro, new studio, and show format
Review of 'My Neighbor Totoro' stage play
Banter on theater names and Oppenheimer jokes
Discussion of the film 'The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt'
Tribute to Sam Neill and his filmography
Doctor Who revival pitch and news round
Choosing the new Doctor actor: John Rain's pick
Choosing the new Doctor actor: Sophie Thompson
Choosing the new Doctor actor: Richard E. Grant
Doctor Who plot: Journalist companion and Chameleon
Doctor Who plot: Homeless companion and bear jokes
Doctor Who tone: Kids' adventures vs. social themes
Doctor Who arc: Folk horror and TARDIS return
Doctor Who structure: Episode count and serialization
Doctor Who production: Budget and ingenuity
Doctor Who monsters and final pitch summary
Snake Plugs: Upcoming gigs and Patreon
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