Doctor Who - Robot - An Examination

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🤖 Doctor Who: Robot (1974) – Tom Baker’s Explosive Debut as the Fourth Doctor 🤖

Welcome to our deep dive into Robot, the landmark story that launched Tom Baker’s legendary run as the Fourth Doctor! Originally aired in four parts between December 1974 and January 1975, Robot bridges the action-packed Jon Pertwee era with the eccentric brilliance of Baker’s iconic portrayal.

In this video, we explore:
• 🔄 The regeneration from Jon Pertwee to Tom Baker
• 🧪 The mad science of Professor Kettlewell and the tragic Robot K1
• 💣 Nuclear codes, killer robots, and UNIT’s finest moments
• 🎶 Dudley Simpson’s atmospheric score and Barry Letts’ final production
• 🧠 Sarah Jane Smith’s emotional depth and moral lens
• 🤖 Kaiju-sized chaos and a kill counter that just keeps ticking
• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 The beginning of one of the greatest Doctor-companion pairings in Who history

Whether you're a longtime Whovian or just discovering the classic era, this breakdown blends nostalgia, humor, and insight to celebrate one of the most pivotal stories in Doctor Who history.

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