Doctor Who Showrunner Says Star Wars Sequels Inspired Ruby Sunday Twist; Teases Mrs. Flood’s Plans in Season 2

Doctor Who’s season finale, ominously titled “Empire of Death”, ended with Sutekh’s defeat and the Doctor’s separation from Ruby Sunday after she was finally reunited with her mother (you can find a full summary here).

While it made sense for Ruby to leave the Tardis behind so she could get to know her mother and reunite with her father, many Whoniverse fans were shocked to see her time with the Doctor end so quickly. Set photos have confirmed that actress Millie Gibson will be returning in season 2, although Varada Sethu is expected to be the new lead companion.

Speaking about Doctor Who: Unleashed (via SFFGazette.com), showrunner Russell T Davies justified the decision to separate the Doctor and Ruby.

“It all builds towards a final scene in the Tardis between the Doctor and Ruby, between Ncuti and Millie which is really the heart of the series,…