*Who else thoroughly enjoyed Peter as The Doctor? He'll always be The Doctor. He stood by "Being Kind" all through his life. We can all learn from him*
@@thedoctorwho73 He's my favorite though David and Matt had the better era. He's grumpy, cynical wise. Peter's doctor is someone you could always believe had billions years worth of knowledge and experience. Miss him
I miss him and Missy. I also feel like the Chibnal era has been too frenetic. I love Jodi, but I feel like things would have been better pared down a bit.
I initially didn't appreciate Capaldi's Doctor. I think I was too young and wanted to be more like 11 and 10. Now I realize that Capaldi was truer to what the Doctor ought to be.
"Always try to be nice, but never fail to be kind." Ever since I heard that line, I try harder to abide by it every day. This speech stood out to me so much because of it.
What i loved most about the 12th was he understood the darkness in his heart. All that anger and grief, he understood he was not a good person, yet he always tried to be a kind man.
I will always remember when The Doctor was Peter Capaldi. He was my Doctor, he was my professor, he was my warrior, he was my musician, he was my hero, & I didn't want him to go.
Peter Capaldi has been my favorite of the whole series, in any iteration. I'd put him right up there with Tom Baker with his ability to seem human enough to keep you off-guard while still being truly 'alien.' And of the modern series' Doctors, he's probably the biggest fan of the original series and it shows in how his performance blends elements of those earlier Doctors with the modern show's more action-adventure aesthetic. Nothing would make me happier than for him to start recording with Big Finish and do some multi-Doctor stories.
"Laugh hard. Run fast. Be kind. Doctor... I let you go." That moment even almost 5 years later, still kills me. Not only because my favorite Doctor was leaving, but because this line almost seemed to be breaking the fourth wall. It was as if Peter Capaldi himself, the lifelong Doctor Who fan, and former President of a Doctor Who Fan Club was saying goodbye to the character he'd dreamt of playing since he was a child. Similar sort of energy to David Tennant's "I don't wanna go."
I love this take, because it implies he was never talking to himself (Twelve) but was actually talking to all his other selves. (One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight War Nine Ten Eleven and maybe even Thirteen)
@@brentage5000, I'm pretty sure he was talking to thirteen. He says "you wait a moment Doctor - I've got a few things to say to you". Kinda sounds like he's telling his next incarnation to wait a bit, and let him talk to her, before he goes.
@@TheJadedJames The marketing is reeking. Bring back credibility for a year in order to regain the lost audience and then switch everybody out again--it's a desperate ploy to keep the show running. Thankfully, _Dr Who_ is strong enough to take such a beating.
@@r0bw00d I mean honestly, for me at least, they didn't literally have to literally pull the show back to 2008. I was pretty much always going to check the show out again once there was a new head writer
Even though I grew up on Eccleston and Tennant, Capaldi is my Doctor He had everything I love about the character. The wisdom, the whimsy, the romantic and the diplomacy, all were perfectly embodied here. I'll never forget him
I wanted to make a comment like this, but think you worded it perfectly Tennant was my childhood doctor but Peter became mine. He played it like the hero you could admire. The wisdom and strength of character he embodies. Though the decline may have started with him, I would say the most meaningful moments came with him and I'm glad we got it.
@@mahlicaajaib5231 and the decline of as only him Because people wanted a hot young Doctor but the people who enjoyed and rated with capaldi really enjoyed him. I don’t think we’ll ever have Doctor similar again for a while he must be young and hip
@@ScoobyandShaggy5554 I agree, it did throw a lot of people off. Peter's doctor was always more of a risk, being older not quirky in the slightest. Its what makes his regeneration saddest for me. It's not seen in high regard and it will be some time before we see something similar to it. But I won't deny the writing at times could have been a bit better
@@mahlicaajaib5231 oh definitely some episodes could have been better, in which series 9 & 10 got it right. I hope with Ncuti’s Doctor they bridge the gap between quirky and serious
If their hearts are in the right place, and the stars are too, children can hear your name. So beautiful. And the silence when Jodie is born. Because as imperfect as this era, and any other era for that matter, has been, something was born in this moment beyond the usual 'next incarnation'. It will stand the test of time, and it's already touched hearts of writers to come.
Capaldi's era was the first era of Doctor Who that got me into the series. I have nothing but fond memories looking back on Series 8, 9 and 10. So seeing him meet Clara one last time and then his final speech, it's very rare this happens to me in TV and Film, but I shed a tear
The regeneration that will always make me cry like a fountain 😭. The 12th Doctor was my first Doctor and the speech he gave was absolutely beautiful. I can’t believe we’re getting the 13th Doctor regeneration tomorrow 😢
Capaldi was the first doctor I ever knew about and he still is my favourite. LEGO dimensions introduced me to his wonderful character making me want to watch DW at age 10. His regeneration was the first one I cried to. I thought he had the most doctor in him out of the rest.
@@novawolf_gaming Tell me about it. I remember being just too old for Lego Dimensions. Sad times indeed. However, having been a fan my whole life and having seen virtually every episode in existence more than once, I think Capaldi is the best too.
There’s this Emperor and he asks The Shepherd’s Boy, “How many seconds in eternity?” And The Shepherd’s Boy says “There’s this mountain of pure diamond, it takes an hour to climb it and an hour to go around it. Every one hundred years a little bird comes and sharpens its beak on the diamond mountain. And when the entire mountain is chiseled away, the first second of eternity will have passed.” You might think that’s a hell of a long time, personally I think that’s a hell of a bird.
amazing regeneration, amazing speech, amazing rules. Capaldi gave us some great ones for sure, but also I love the detail of the ring falling down off their now much-smaller hands. it's the little things that do ya
Peter Capldi's 12th Doctor is my favorite Doctor (So far) His growth from being one of the more jaded to the most compassionate Doctors was excellent He was also the first I saw at their start and end, besides 13 I'll always appreciate his journey
I find it interesting that the style of this regeneration look more like wavy lines of lava or lightning instead of a burst of rocket fire. It was also a surprise they decided to show it in slow motion. I also like we got to see a face morph in the change. Although it was close up, it was good to see Peter's face change to Jodie's. The music choices of the Shepherd's Boy and the series one version of the Doctor's theme were also fitting for Peter Capaldi's final scene and the end Murray Gold's era in the show.
I love this one the most because the way the doctor speaks to his future self is like he's reminding all the future variants what it means to be the doctor. Peter Capaldi is my doctor. Even though I love all of them, he is the first one to truly make me feel that. "Laugh hard, run fast, be kind" is what I try to live by and it's because of him.
Peter Capaldi as the 12th Doctor was Full Circle and the Quintessence. Embodied all of what the previous doctors were. He was truly The Doctor and will forever be.
The music here. For David they used the Song of the Ood. For Matt, the Long Song. For Peter, "The Shepherd's Boy". That's one hell of a bird. And then that tiniest bit of Nine's theme at the end.
Ah, my doctor. My childhood hero and the person i strive to live up to. Thank you steven moffat and peter capaldi for writing and portraying this incredible character. One day i hope to give back to this part of the show that kept me alive during the darkest time.
It still feels like yesterday that he left 🥺🥺🥺 He was a revelation in the role! With two hearts filled with purity and beauty! Still salty that he's gone but I'm happy they gave him a worthy successor. So sad to see her go tomorrow.. Her era has felt so short and she was growing on me 😥
The first and last we saw of the Twelfth Doctor were his eyes, and what an effect that was of his face changing. The speech was Moff leaving post-its on Chibnall's desk, a statement of who he believes the Doctor is and what they stand for, with dabs of Day of the Doctor and Human Nature thrown in.
I was so skeptical in the beginning of Capaldi as The Doctor but I fell in love with him as he reminded me so much of my father. He was the defining definition of The Doctor
My absolute favorite doctor!! David Tennant was my favorite for a long time but shortly before season 10 aired I rewatched 8 and 9 and Capaldi is MY doctor! He brought something to the role to make him one of the best doctors the show has ever had
….this made me cry as an 8th grader, back when this series was new to American airwaves. Watched all his episodes with my sibling and bonded with them over it. I still think about it a lot. How we cried at this speech as he “died”. He meant a lot to us, and made middle school that much better for us. For that, I’ll always be greatful for him.
12 was the first doctor who I was here for the beginning of. 11 I arrived to the show at the tail end of. Peter was a joy to watch. His more serious and dark take at first was refreshing after Matt's doctor. And even as the character mellowed out to become more kind to people he was still fun to watch. I'll miss his doctor a lot. And one day, i very much hope that one day he'll do some big finish audio dramas. I know he's said he's happy with where he left doctor who and that he has every right to just want to go on from it. But I can hope. Thank you, Mr. Capaldi. You are my Doctor
Having lost everyone who was dear to him, he decided to renounce his path. But having seen the smiles and tears of joy of those whom he saved / will save, he again decides to embark on a thorny path. So I'm writing a new story, a story about the Doctor.
Doctor: "Who are you?" Missy: "Missy. Short for Mistress. Well, I can't keep calling myself.... The Master.... can I?" My favorite moment of the Peter Capaldi era.
It's very telling of Capaldi's ability as an actor because he showed everybody every single time he was onscreen *why* The Doctor was his dream role. It's also ironic, when he was announced almost nobody was keen on seeing an older actor portraying The Doctor but by the end of his run *absolutely nobody* wanted him to go.
12 is the most overlooked doctor by certain “fans” of the show....had alot more depth and subtlety in the writing and acting that it could easily go unnoticed...easily the best of the modern era for me.
Tennant is the still the best Doctor for me and a lot of people, for a damn good reason. If Capaldi was that good, then why did the ratings plummet during his tenure as the 12th Doctor? I'll admit he's underrated, but definitely nowhere near the best of the modern era. Even Eccleston's short lived run as 9th Doctor leaves a more lasting impression.
@@StardustLegacyFighter Probably due to the fact that a good chunk of *fans* didn't want to give an older actor portraying The Doctor a chance and in the process ignored Matt Smith's plea to them on his way out.
My Doctor. I have loved Doctor Who since I was a child, watching classic DW with my dad, but Peter Capaldid Doctor changed me. From bitter angry man, to kind gentle old rock star. I have "Laugh hard, run fast, be kind" tattooed on my forearm. A mantra to myself that no matter what happens, kindness wins. Will always always cry at his regeneration ❤️❤️🟦
Great, now I'm crying. Thanks BBCDoctorWho. 12 was my Doctor. I may have grown up with 9, 10 and 11. But 12 grew with me. He was born for the role. Love you pcap
When I finally started watching Doctor Who, Peter Capaldi was the Doctor. As I watched his stories, he became my Doctor. Everyone has their Doctor. The one who embodies everything they love about the character and makes their incarnation stand out among the rest. Twelve is that for me. He was and will always be my Doctor, no matter what anyone else says or who comes along after him. I couldn't have asked for a better Doctor to guide me through the series, and I couldn't have asked for a better ending to his legacy. Peter, you are the Doctor to me.
A solid choice for sure! I myself went back to the classics to watch it all chronologically. The first doctor became my doctor and it hasnt changed since
"He's a comin." Other Doctors have commented on 'sensing' the change, and the new Doctor forming. McGann's Eight directly participates in forming it, Peter's new Twelve 'chose' a face to remind himself of his task. I like the through-line of the Doctors looking back over their lives and reminding themselves (their new selves) of their task, their nature and their goal. You get the impression that something like the Valeyard could be an artificial regeneration where that didn't happen, allowing all the Doctor's worst instincts into the fore. But Peter really nails this. He knows what's coming and steps into it with this lovely reminder of his life, his principles and greeting to his upcoming self, just as he personally lets go of a role he had wanted for so many years.
I remember watching this on Christmas five years ago and tomorrow on my birthday, I’ll be watching the 13th doctor regenerate, it’s crazy how time flies, but I’m so excited!!
Peter wasn’t my first Doctor. Matt Smith was. But 12 became MY Doctor. His charisma and older, wiser side made me fall in love with him. And as a musician myself, he was the rock n roll Doctor! 12’s TARDIS was my favorite too. A lot of his tenure showed his past selves from Classic Who and made me appreciate those Doctors. Above all else, 12 taught me this: To be kind.
The "Let's do this right" feels like Capaldi read the first go of the script and just thought...No, let's punch this up. He IS a long time fan after all.
Honestly, I loved the 12th incarnation, Capaldi was my favorite doctor, i loved the way they styled his clothing and the interior, I absolutely loved his last 2 seasons.
Matt Smith was my favourite Doctor, when Peter Capaldi took over initially I was really sad and I cried during the regeneration, but with each episode his acting won my heart and then for the second time, I cried in this scene
13 down last one to go tomorrow! Can't believe this episode is almost 5 years old, Capaldi was an amazing Doctor even then this episode gave us a lot to offer, not only it's the last Christmas special we ever had but the last time Murray Gold composed aswell as Steven Moffat's departure, I've seen many 12th Doctor episodes including Heaven Sent but this one by far reached its peak for Doctor Who, that's of course was shortly lived when Chibnall took over the show but pushing that aside I'm glad we'll see the end of his work tomorrow...
Kinda funny to me how the 13th Doctor went on to do the things 12 said not to. "Never be cruel." - removed the Master's perception filter, revealing his skin color to the Nazi's. "Never be cowardly." Literally doesn't argue or give a second thought to letting the old guy sacrifice himself to destroy Gallifrey and the Cyber-Lords. "And never, ever eat pears!" - Well... at least she listened to one thing he said!
I know a lot of female fans who identify with The Doctor, not with his female companions. It was a dream of so many people - to finally see The Doctor played by a woman. And Jodie Whittaker was brilliant, instantly recognisable as The Doctor, she did a great job... Too bad the writing was awful and the show went downhill because of it. This regeneration of The Doctor deserved so much better. My favourite eras remain Tennant and Capaldi.
Truly hope jodie is given the chance at a speech to giver her doctor a proper farewell. For all the faults and issues fans have had with her run as the doctor (not her fault directly) she deserves to give her doctor a proper goodbye and hand it to whoever is next David Tennant or Ncuti Gatwa.
Capaldi is my favourite modern who doctor While Colin Baker is my favourite Capaldi unlocked the Whovian part of my brain Good look everyone tomorrow We will either Introduce Ncuti Gatwa Or reintroduce David Tennant as the doctor
This is it... tomorrow we'll see 13 regenerate, I'm not ready at all :( But just like 12 told her to do - she didn't eat pears, she laughed hard, she ran fast and she was kind ❤
@@xx-footcmpsf.c3693 she listened to every word, but just didn't know what to say and that's to show that it's okay not knowing what to say, even listening can be enough
@@friendlyotaku9525 so did you enjoy that scene? Seeing that doctor as antisocial and unable to be a good friend? Is that the doctor that you enjoy watching
One thing I noticed about this scene: The Doctor says that only children can hear his name, so does that mean that the "one time" he could have told River Song his name isn't when they were married, but rather when she was a child?
I love how all the comments on the regeneration video are people saying "X doctor was my doctor and was the best". And although capaldi wasn't my doctor his regeneration was definitely the best in doctor who
“ I suppose one more lifetime wouldn’t kill anyone. Well, except me. You wait a moment, Doctor. Let’s get it right. I’ve got a few things to say to you. Basic stuff first. Never be cruel, never be cowardly... and never, ever eat pears! Remember...hate is always foolish...and love is always wise. Always try to be nice, but never fail to be kind. Oh, and you mustn’t tell anyone your name. No one would understand it, anyway. Except... Except children. Children can hear it... sometimes... if their hearts are in the right place, and the stars are, too. Children can hear your name. Agh! But nobody else. Nobody else, ever. Laugh hard...run fast... be kind. “
*Who else thoroughly enjoyed Peter as The Doctor? He'll always be The Doctor. He stood by "Being Kind" all through his life. We can all learn from him*
One of my absolute favorites!!
@@alnamusica definitely! I always loved his speeches
@@thedoctorwho73 He's my favorite though David and Matt had the better era.
He's grumpy, cynical wise. Peter's doctor is someone you could always believe had billions years worth of knowledge and experience.
Miss him
I miss him and Missy. I also feel like the Chibnal era has been too frenetic. I love Jodi, but I feel like things would have been better pared down a bit.
I initially didn't appreciate Capaldi's Doctor. I think I was too young and wanted to be more like 11 and 10. Now I realize that Capaldi was truer to what the Doctor ought to be.
"Always try to be nice, but never fail to be kind."
Ever since I heard that line, I try harder to abide by it every day. This speech stood out to me so much because of it.
Same. I practically live by those words :D
@@crystalcove99 That and "Laugh hard, run fast, be kind." There's a great deal of good advice in those six words.
@@mr.flibble3190 I use it as my wallpaper
What i loved most about the 12th was he understood the darkness in his heart. All that anger and grief, he understood he was not a good person, yet he always tried to be a kind man.
Like batman
I will always remember when The Doctor was Peter Capaldi. He was my Doctor, he was my professor, he was my warrior, he was my musician, he was my hero, & I didn't want him to go.
I cried the most with Peter as the Doctor❤
It tore my heart out when he regenerated 😭
Same
Yes to everything you said.
Peter Capaldi has been my favorite of the whole series, in any iteration. I'd put him right up there with Tom Baker with his ability to seem human enough to keep you off-guard while still being truly 'alien.' And of the modern series' Doctors, he's probably the biggest fan of the original series and it shows in how his performance blends elements of those earlier Doctors with the modern show's more action-adventure aesthetic.
Nothing would make me happier than for him to start recording with Big Finish and do some multi-Doctor stories.
"Laugh hard. Run fast. Be kind. Doctor... I let you go."
That moment even almost 5 years later, still kills me. Not only because my favorite Doctor was leaving, but because this line almost seemed to be breaking the fourth wall.
It was as if Peter Capaldi himself, the lifelong Doctor Who fan, and former President of a Doctor Who Fan Club was saying goodbye to the character he'd dreamt of playing since he was a child. Similar sort of energy to David Tennant's "I don't wanna go."
Yup
And Matt’s “I will always remember when the Doctor was me.”
Because it is. Each actor/actress who's had the role since 05 was given the chance to speak their own words on the role.
The fact that this incarnation usually talks to himself and in his end he still talks to himself but he's actually talking to his new incarnation.
I love this take, because it implies he was never talking to himself (Twelve) but was actually talking to all his other selves. (One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight War Nine Ten Eleven and maybe even Thirteen)
@@brentage5000, I'm pretty sure he was talking to thirteen. He says "you wait a moment Doctor - I've got a few things to say to you". Kinda sounds like he's telling his next incarnation to wait a bit, and let him talk to her, before he goes.
@@mahfuzurchowdhury2765 exactly he was talking to his next incarnation, "laugh hard, run fast, be kind" is implying that he ment 13
This scene wasn't just Peter Capaldi's goodbye: it was Steven Moffat and Murray Gold's goodbye. And it was just perfect.
"I know they'll get it all wrong without me."
Yeah, that's the most meta line I've ever heard from the show.
@@r0bw00d And then an old Doctor and an old writer had to come back
@@TheJadedJames The marketing is reeking. Bring back credibility for a year in order to regain the lost audience and then switch everybody out again--it's a desperate ploy to keep the show running. Thankfully, _Dr Who_ is strong enough to take such a beating.
@@r0bw00d I mean honestly, for me at least, they didn't literally have to literally pull the show back to 2008. I was pretty much always going to check the show out again once there was a new head writer
It was the end of doctor who as we know it now the mouse has taken it over
Even though I grew up on Eccleston and Tennant, Capaldi is my Doctor
He had everything I love about the character. The wisdom, the whimsy, the romantic and the diplomacy, all were perfectly embodied here. I'll never forget him
I wanted to make a comment like this, but think you worded it perfectly
Tennant was my childhood doctor but Peter became mine.
He played it like the hero you could admire. The wisdom and strength of character he embodies.
Though the decline may have started with him, I would say the most meaningful moments came with him and I'm glad we got it.
@@mahlicaajaib5231 and the decline of as only him
Because people wanted a hot young Doctor but the people who enjoyed and rated with capaldi really enjoyed him. I don’t think we’ll ever have Doctor similar again for a while he must be young and hip
@@ScoobyandShaggy5554 I agree, it did throw a lot of people off. Peter's doctor was always more of a risk, being older not quirky in the slightest.
Its what makes his regeneration saddest for me. It's not seen in high regard and it will be some time before we see something similar to it.
But I won't deny the writing at times could have been a bit better
@@mahlicaajaib5231 oh definitely some episodes could have been better, in which series 9 & 10 got it right. I hope with Ncuti’s Doctor they bridge the gap between quirky and serious
Guitar, sonic shades, and fights a sword with a spoon. Not enough? Heaven sent.
If their hearts are in the right place, and the stars are too, children can hear your name. So beautiful. And the silence when Jodie is born. Because as imperfect as this era, and any other era for that matter, has been, something was born in this moment beyond the usual 'next incarnation'. It will stand the test of time, and it's already touched hearts of writers to come.
Amazing speech. And the always-prevalent idea of just being kind is perfect for this Doctor. An absolute masterpiece.
Capaldi's era was the first era of Doctor Who that got me into the series. I have nothing but fond memories looking back on Series 8, 9 and 10. So seeing him meet Clara one last time and then his final speech, it's very rare this happens to me in TV and Film, but I shed a tear
Give Chris, David and Matt a try, they were great. Chris Eccleston was my Doctor, he was the one who started me off on Doctor Who
@@lucyhardy-styles-shield2728 oh yeah I've seen their eras plenty of times too it's just Peter's era was when I first got into it properly
The regeneration that will always make me cry like a fountain 😭. The 12th Doctor was my first Doctor and the speech he gave was absolutely beautiful. I can’t believe we’re getting the 13th Doctor regeneration tomorrow 😢
Wow, I've never heard of someone who began with Capaldi. That's awesome!
@@mahfuzurchowdhury2765 I began with him also!
@@lovesrolopigeo3403 cool! Did you start with his era, or get into the show, while his era was airing
Peter was absolutely magnificent. I'd be sad if he didnt have a cameo in the 60th celebrations.
I think he wont sadly. In some late interviews he stated to leave it as it is.
Capaldi was the first doctor I ever knew about and he still is my favourite. LEGO dimensions introduced me to his wonderful character making me want to watch DW at age 10. His regeneration was the first one I cried to. I thought he had the most doctor in him out of the rest.
This makes me feel old and I'm only 21 😂😂
@@novawolf_gaming Tell me about it. I remember being just too old for Lego Dimensions. Sad times indeed.
However, having been a fan my whole life and having seen virtually every episode in existence more than once, I think Capaldi is the best too.
@@fredh1720 Capaldi is definitely the best Doctor of NewWho with Tennant coming at a close 2nd
@@novawolf_gaming I played LEGO dimensions in 2016 and I was only 10
@@zachgreenninja3885 That's scary to me cuz I was... 17? When that came out
There’s this Emperor and he asks The Shepherd’s Boy, “How many seconds in eternity?” And The Shepherd’s Boy says “There’s this mountain of pure diamond, it takes an hour to climb it and an hour to go around it. Every one hundred years a little bird comes and sharpens its beak on the diamond mountain. And when the entire mountain is chiseled away, the first second of eternity will have passed.” You might think that’s a hell of a long time, personally I think that’s a hell of a bird.
amazing regeneration, amazing speech, amazing rules. Capaldi gave us some great ones for sure, but also I love the detail of the ring falling down off their now much-smaller hands. it's the little things that do ya
Seeing these clips once again has reminded me of one thing: *Fantastic actors, all on them.*
Peter Capldi's 12th Doctor is my favorite Doctor (So far)
His growth from being one of the more jaded to the most compassionate Doctors was excellent
He was also the first I saw at their start and end, besides 13
I'll always appreciate his journey
I find it interesting that the style of this regeneration look more like wavy lines of lava or lightning instead of a burst of rocket fire. It was also a surprise they decided to show it in slow motion.
I also like we got to see a face morph in the change. Although it was close up, it was good to see Peter's face change to Jodie's.
The music choices of the Shepherd's Boy and the series one version of the Doctor's theme were also fitting for Peter Capaldi's final scene and the end Murray Gold's era in the show.
I love this one the most because the way the doctor speaks to his future self is like he's reminding all the future variants what it means to be the doctor. Peter Capaldi is my doctor. Even though I love all of them, he is the first one to truly make me feel that. "Laugh hard, run fast, be kind" is what I try to live by and it's because of him.
Peter Capaldi as the 12th Doctor was Full Circle and the Quintessence. Embodied all of what the previous doctors were. He was truly The Doctor and will forever be.
The music here. For David they used the Song of the Ood. For Matt, the Long Song. For Peter, "The Shepherd's Boy". That's one hell of a bird. And then that tiniest bit of Nine's theme at the end.
A moving regeneration for an under-rated Doctor. Peter Capaldi was fantastic as the hipster old man Doctor.
Ah, my doctor. My childhood hero and the person i strive to live up to. Thank you steven moffat and peter capaldi for writing and portraying this incredible character. One day i hope to give back to this part of the show that kept me alive during the darkest time.
It still feels like yesterday that he left 🥺🥺🥺
He was a revelation in the role! With two hearts filled with purity and beauty! Still salty that he's gone but I'm happy they gave him a worthy successor. So sad to see her go tomorrow..
Her era has felt so short and she was growing on me 😥
The ring falling to the floor was a lovely nod to the first Doctor's regeneration.
The countdown is officially done. Now we just need to watch the special tomorrow.
The first and last we saw of the Twelfth Doctor were his eyes, and what an effect that was of his face changing.
The speech was Moff leaving post-its on Chibnall's desk, a statement of who he believes the Doctor is and what they stand for, with dabs of Day of the Doctor and Human Nature thrown in.
I was so skeptical in the beginning of Capaldi as The Doctor but I fell in love with him as he reminded me so much of my father. He was the defining definition of The Doctor
My absolute favorite doctor!! David Tennant was my favorite for a long time but shortly before season 10 aired I rewatched 8 and 9 and Capaldi is MY doctor! He brought something to the role to make him one of the best doctors the show has ever had
….this made me cry as an 8th grader, back when this series was new to American airwaves. Watched all his episodes with my sibling and bonded with them over it. I still think about it a lot. How we cried at this speech as he “died”. He meant a lot to us, and made middle school that much better for us. For that, I’ll always be greatful for him.
12 was the first doctor who I was here for the beginning of.
11 I arrived to the show at the tail end of.
Peter was a joy to watch. His more serious and dark take at first was refreshing after Matt's doctor. And even as the character mellowed out to become more kind to people he was still fun to watch.
I'll miss his doctor a lot. And one day, i very much hope that one day he'll do some big finish audio dramas. I know he's said he's happy with where he left doctor who and that he has every right to just want to go on from it. But I can hope.
Thank you, Mr. Capaldi.
You are my Doctor
Having lost everyone who was dear to him, he decided to renounce his path. But having seen the smiles and tears of joy of those whom he saved / will save, he again decides to embark on a thorny path. So I'm writing a new story, a story about the Doctor.
Doctor: "Who are you?"
Missy: "Missy. Short for Mistress. Well, I can't keep calling myself.... The Master.... can I?"
My favorite moment of the Peter Capaldi era.
i think his speech moved me the most
0:39 The scene is already exciting on account of Capaldi, but Doctor Who's tracks always have the ability to improve a Moment of Regeneration
It's very telling of Capaldi's ability as an actor because he showed everybody every single time he was onscreen *why* The Doctor was his dream role.
It's also ironic, when he was announced almost nobody was keen on seeing an older actor portraying The Doctor but by the end of his run *absolutely nobody* wanted him to go.
Remember, hate is always foolish and love is always wise - is one of my favorite quotes ever.
12 is the most overlooked doctor by certain “fans” of the show....had alot more depth and subtlety in the writing and acting that it could easily go unnoticed...easily the best of the modern era for me.
Tennant is the still the best Doctor for me and a lot of people, for a damn good reason.
If Capaldi was that good, then why did the ratings plummet during his tenure as the 12th Doctor?
I'll admit he's underrated, but definitely nowhere near the best of the modern era. Even Eccleston's short lived run as 9th Doctor leaves a more lasting impression.
@@StardustLegacyFighter Probably due to the fact that a good chunk of *fans* didn't want to give an older actor portraying The Doctor a chance and in the process ignored Matt Smith's plea to them on his way out.
My favorite regeneration. And she really was the kindest and further from anyone doctor (wouldn't tell anyone her "name") as he asked her to be.
Peter will forever be my Doctor, he perfectly resembles everything good about every other version and is just a wonderful old madman
easily my fav regeneration speech. capaldi definitely got it right this time.
+the reuse of Shepards Boy is brilliant, gives me chills every time
My Doctor. I have loved Doctor Who since I was a child, watching classic DW with my dad, but Peter Capaldid Doctor changed me. From bitter angry man, to kind gentle old rock star. I have "Laugh hard, run fast, be kind" tattooed on my forearm. A mantra to myself that no matter what happens, kindness wins. Will always always cry at his regeneration ❤️❤️🟦
Only just realising the "they'll get it all wrong without me" is lifted from Pertwee in the Five Doctors. Damn you Moffat!
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That exterior shot of the TARDIS always looks so great imo. Visual Effects did a great job on that.
This still makes me cry. Of all the regenerations this hit me the most. Peter was my Doctor and this speech was perfect. 😥
Great, now I'm crying. Thanks BBCDoctorWho.
12 was my Doctor. I may have grown up with 9, 10 and 11. But 12 grew with me.
He was born for the role.
Love you pcap
When I finally started watching Doctor Who, Peter Capaldi was the Doctor. As I watched his stories, he became my Doctor. Everyone has their Doctor. The one who embodies everything they love about the character and makes their incarnation stand out among the rest. Twelve is that for me. He was and will always be my Doctor, no matter what anyone else says or who comes along after him. I couldn't have asked for a better Doctor to guide me through the series, and I couldn't have asked for a better ending to his legacy. Peter, you are the Doctor to me.
A solid choice for sure! I myself went back to the classics to watch it all chronologically. The first doctor became my doctor and it hasnt changed since
Best regeneration scene ever. Don’t think they will ever be able to top this speech/performance.
Best doctor also!
Capaldi made many great speeches trough his seasons, but that is the most memorable
"He's a comin." Other Doctors have commented on 'sensing' the change, and the new Doctor forming. McGann's Eight directly participates in forming it, Peter's new Twelve 'chose' a face to remind himself of his task. I like the through-line of the Doctors looking back over their lives and reminding themselves (their new selves) of their task, their nature and their goal. You get the impression that something like the Valeyard could be an artificial regeneration where that didn't happen, allowing all the Doctor's worst instincts into the fore. But Peter really nails this. He knows what's coming and steps into it with this lovely reminder of his life, his principles and greeting to his upcoming self, just as he personally lets go of a role he had wanted for so many years.
when you are old enough you understand the deep point of this
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I remember watching this on Christmas five years ago and tomorrow on my birthday, I’ll be watching the 13th doctor regenerate, it’s crazy how time flies, but I’m so excited!!
One of my favourite regenerations.
I didn't hate Jodies era and will defend it...but honestly I have to say this was my favourite scene of hers :P
love how much the tardis talks in this
It’s funny how Moffat’s era started with The Doctor hanging on to the TARDIS for dear life and ended with The Doctor falling from the TARDIS.
I see you're uploading every regeneration of the new Who yeah
Peter wasn’t my first Doctor. Matt Smith was. But 12 became MY Doctor. His charisma and older, wiser side made me fall in love with him. And as a musician myself, he was the rock n roll Doctor! 12’s TARDIS was my favorite too. A lot of his tenure showed his past selves from Classic Who and made me appreciate those Doctors. Above all else, 12 taught me this: To be kind.
The "Let's do this right" feels like Capaldi read the first go of the script and just thought...No, let's punch this up.
He IS a long time fan after all.
Honestly, I loved the 12th incarnation, Capaldi was my favorite doctor, i loved the way they styled his clothing and the interior, I absolutely loved his last 2 seasons.
Matt Smith was my favourite Doctor, when Peter Capaldi took over initially I was really sad and I cried during the regeneration, but with each episode his acting won my heart and then for the second time, I cried in this scene
Love how the cloister bell rings to warn him not to regenerate inside the TARDIS, cool detail.
Every time that cloister bell rings… 🔔
I still miss him.
After so many crashes, you'd think the Doctor would land the TARDIS before regenerating? Maybe even get out so it doesn't explode?
Fantastic final speech from a fantastic Dcotor
One of the best regenerations, and one of the best Doctors. Farewell 12.
That ring drop....ouch. still hurts to see.
I sobbed the day this aired and I still tear up now. Capaldi will always be my doctor.
The TARDIS was making all that noise to try and tell the Doctor to take it outside before he destroys the console room again
probably the best new series regeneration, the music, the 12th doctor's acceptance to his end and his speech.
i wonder if 13's will top this.
Peter Capaldi, one of the absolute best from start to finish.
The doctor needs to stop regenerating in his ship. That can't be good for the warranty
It's already been confirmed 13th isn't regenerating in her TARDIS
13 down last one to go tomorrow!
Can't believe this episode is almost 5 years old, Capaldi was an amazing Doctor even then this episode gave us a lot to offer, not only it's the last Christmas special we ever had but the last time Murray Gold composed aswell as Steven Moffat's departure, I've seen many 12th Doctor episodes including Heaven Sent but this one by far reached its peak for Doctor Who, that's of course was shortly lived when Chibnall took over the show but pushing that aside I'm glad we'll see the end of his work tomorrow...
Dude he was my favorite doctor
Peter has that emotions that was so heartfelt, goodbye Doctor..
Kinda funny to me how the 13th Doctor went on to do the things 12 said not to.
"Never be cruel." - removed the Master's perception filter, revealing his skin color to the Nazi's.
"Never be cowardly." Literally doesn't argue or give a second thought to letting the old guy sacrifice himself to destroy Gallifrey and the Cyber-Lords.
"And never, ever eat pears!" - Well... at least she listened to one thing he said!
I know a lot of female fans who identify with The Doctor, not with his female companions. It was a dream of so many people - to finally see The Doctor played by a woman. And Jodie Whittaker was brilliant, instantly recognisable as The Doctor, she did a great job... Too bad the writing was awful and the show went downhill because of it. This regeneration of The Doctor deserved so much better. My favourite eras remain Tennant and Capaldi.
Truly hope jodie is given the chance at a speech to giver her doctor a proper farewell. For all the faults and issues fans have had with her run as the doctor (not her fault directly) she deserves to give her doctor a proper goodbye and hand it to whoever is next David Tennant or Ncuti Gatwa.
That's Nearly 5 Years Ago...
He is so underrated as a doctor
"I know they'll get it all wrong without me." You were right Capaldi, Jodie & Chibnal completely got it wrong without you
but they didn't
Agreed. It’s been pretty unwatchable.
Doesn't even feel like it's been 5 years.
The 13th Doctor regeneration, we have been waiting for this moment.
absolute legend
Capaldi is my favourite modern who doctor
While Colin Baker is my favourite
Capaldi unlocked the Whovian part of my brain
Good look everyone tomorrow
We will either Introduce Ncuti Gatwa
Or reintroduce David Tennant as the doctor
This is it... tomorrow we'll see 13 regenerate, I'm not ready at all :(
But just like 12 told her to do - she didn't eat pears, she laughed hard, she ran fast and she was kind ❤
Really kind when she didn’t comfort graham over his cancer worries because the 2000 year old time lord was ‘socially awkward’
@@xx-footcmpsf.c3693 she listened to every word, but just didn't know what to say and that's to show that it's okay not knowing what to say, even listening can be enough
@@friendlyotaku9525 a weird characteristic for a character as developed and wise as the doctor
@@xx-footcmpsf.c3693 not at all, even the Doctor doesn't know what to say all the time
@@friendlyotaku9525 so did you enjoy that scene? Seeing that doctor as antisocial and unable to be a good friend? Is that the doctor that you enjoy watching
One thing I noticed about this scene: The Doctor says that only children can hear his name, so does that mean that the "one time" he could have told River Song his name isn't when they were married, but rather when she was a child?
Feels like this was just yesterday, and now it's tomorrow!
"One more lifetime, won't kill anyone"
Well except the show..
I love how all the comments on the regeneration video are people saying "X doctor was my doctor and was the best". And although capaldi wasn't my doctor his regeneration was definitely the best in doctor who
I remember having to go to work right after watching this i had tears in my eyes
“ I suppose one more lifetime wouldn’t kill anyone. Well, except me. You wait a moment, Doctor. Let’s get it right. I’ve got a few things to say to you. Basic stuff first. Never be cruel, never be cowardly... and never, ever eat pears! Remember...hate is always foolish...and love is always wise. Always try to be nice, but never fail to be kind. Oh, and you mustn’t tell anyone your name. No one would understand it, anyway. Except... Except children. Children can hear it... sometimes... if their hearts are in the right place, and the stars are, too. Children can hear your name. Agh! But nobody else. Nobody else, ever. Laugh hard...run fast... be kind. “
The last time we saw the Doctor. Cause these last years have been a weird fever dream of retcon that i will never recognize as DW
ok. but they're still canon. Whenever the show shows images of past doctors in the future, Jodie will be there
It was the greatest farewell speech to him
the 12th hour is over
"Hate is always foolish and love is always wise" - 12th Doctor, my Doctor ♥♥
god i miss murray gold
Hoping he's coming back
and this was the beginning of the end for doctor who. its never been the same since
"Doctor... I let you go."