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5.11 The Lodger

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Eleventh / Matt Smith
Tracie Simpson and Peter Bennett
Brian Minchin
Graham Roberts
Catherine Morshead

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The Doctor — Eleventh / Matt Smith
Amy Pond — Karen Gillan

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The Doctor Moves In | The Lodger | Doctor Who

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ΓÇ£The LodgerΓÇ¥ about?

ΓÇ£The LodgerΓÇ¥ follows the Eleventh Doctor as he is forced to live temporarily in a normal human flat in Colchester. He investigates strange signals coming from upstairs while trying to blend into everyday life.

Why is the Doctor living with Craig?

The Doctor is separated from the TARDIS and must pose as a normal human lodger. Craig Owens becomes his reluctant flatmate, leading to comedic and emotional domestic situations.

What is happening upstairs?

A mysterious force in the upstairs flat is affecting peopleΓÇÖs behaviour and drawing them in. The Doctor investigates a hidden alien presence linked to a broken spacecraft.

Who is Craig Owens?

Craig is an ordinary man who gradually becomes a key ally. His grounded personality contrasts with the DoctorΓÇÖs chaotic energy, creating a strong character dynamic.

How does this episode fit into Doctor Who?

ΓÇ£The LodgerΓÇ¥ explores everyday life from the perspective of the Doctor Who universe, showing a more human side of the Eleventh Doctor.