The Doctor and The King
“The Witchfinders” for the most part is a pretty standard Doctor Who historical, but it’s the first time that the Doctor’s current gender being female really becomes an actual challenge that their—often earned—arrogance over the assumption anyone will immediately do as they’re told the moment the Doctor steps into a room can’t overcome. Being confronted with King James’ quest for persecution and coming up short is a brilliant twist on the Doctor’s usual dominance in historical narratives, and Whittaker plays the frustration and fear excellently.
