Doctor Who: Best Episodes To Watch With Ace
As Doctor Who prepares to reintroduce the Seventh Doctor's companion, Ace, to the series, there's no better time to revisit her best episodes. When she was introduced in 1987, Ace was a breath of fresh air. She was a Doctor Who companion who, despite being whisked away to another world, was firmly rooted in contemporary '80s Britain. In Ace, the seeds were sown for Rose Tyler in Russell T Davies' 2005 revival.
Looking back on the Seventh Doctor and Ace era of Doctor Whothrows up a number of similarities with the modern run. Sylvester McCoy's final two years had an increased focus on the mythology, and potential godlike status, of the Doctor. The introduction of Ace, a modern-day character who despised racism and classism, brought the series in line with the more politically aware modern series. Had the series not been canceled in 1990, Doctor Who could have very easily tackled themes similar to the Davies, Moffat, and Chibnall eras.
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In many ways, it's surprising that Ace hasn't returned before now. Russell T Davies has said that, had Elisabeth Sladen not very sadly passed away in 2011, Ace would have guest-starred in an episode of The Sarah Jane Adventures. It was a mark of respect for Ace's position in the Doctor Who canon, given that the only classic characters to appear in SJA were the much-loved Brigadier and Jo Grant from the perceived 1970s golden age of the show. By featuring her in the centenary special, Chris Chibnall is paying tribute to how integral Ace has been to the modern version of Doctor Who. Here are the best Doctor Who episodes featuring Ace to prepare for her return.
Ace was first introduced in Doctor Who season 24's
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