Doctor Who: Mindwarp

The Sixth Doctor and Peri land on the planet Ynakka, where they encounter the technologically advanced and morally ambiguous Ksal. Peri is captured and subjected to a mind-altering experiment to make her more compliant, while the Doctor tries to uncover the truth behind the experiments and the Ksal's true intentions. He discovers that the Ksal are manipulating events to serve their own agenda, leading to a desperate struggle for survival and Peri's freedom.

Mindwarp is often cited as one of the more controversial and thematically complex stories of the Colin Baker era. While praised for its ambition and darker tone, it faced criticism for its perceived convoluted plot and the handling of Peri's character arc. The story is remembered for its significant impact on the companion's story and its bold narrative choices.

• Praised for its darker, more mature themes and ambition.

• Criticized for a sometimes confusing and convoluted storyline.

• Noted for its significant impact on Peri's character development.

Google audience: Audience reception for Mindwarp is varied, with many appreciating its darker narrative and the bold choices made regarding the companion's fate. However, some viewers found the plot difficult to follow, and the character portrayals, particularly Peri's, elicited mixed reactions.

Mindwarp was the first Doctor Who story to be broadcast entirely in the UK in 1986, following a period of uncertainty for the show's future.