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Fifteenth Doctor Battles Sinister Barber in Lagos

5/11/2025

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Story summary

In "Doctor Who" Season 2, Episode 5, "The Story and the Engine," the Fifteenth Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) faces off against the sinister Barber (Ariyon Bakare) in Lagos, Nigeria. This chilling encounter reveals how the Barber ensnares customers, compelling them to share their tales to power his enigmatic engine. The episode beautifully weaves together mythology and storytelling, honoring rich cultural narratives.

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Story summary

In "Doctor Who" Season 2, Episode 5, "The Story and the Engine," the Fifteenth Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) faces off against the sinister Barber (Ariyon Bakare) in Lagos, Nigeria. This chilling encounter reveals how the Barber ensnares customers, compelling them to share their tales to power his enigmatic engine. The episode beautifully weaves together mythology and storytelling, honoring rich cultural narratives.