Martha Jones

Martha Jones
Doctor Who character
First appearance	"Smith and Jones"
Last appearance	"The End of Time"
Portrayed by	Freema Agyeman
In-universe information
Species	Human
Occupation	Doctor
Family	Francine Jones (mother)
Significant other	Mickey Smith
Home	Earth

Martha Jones is a fictional character played by Freema Agyeman in the long-running British science fiction television series Doctor Who. She is a companion of the Tenth Doctor, an incarnation of the Doctor, the series' protagonist portrayed by David Tennant.

Character History

Martha Jones first appears in the episode "Smith and Jones" (2007) where she meets the Doctor during a hospital's unexpected trip to the Moon. She becomes the Doctor's companion after the departure of Rose Tyler.

Series 3

Throughout Series 3, Martha travels with the Doctor and faces numerous adversaries, including the Daleks, the Cybermen, and the Master. Her character is notable for her intelligence, bravery, and medical expertise, which she frequently uses to assist the Doctor.

Subsequent Appearances

Martha returns in the series 4 episodes "The Sontaran Stratagem" and "The Poison Sky", and later in "The Stolen Earth" and "Journey's End". She also appears in the Torchwood series 2 episodes "Reset", "Dead Man Walking", and "A Day in the Death".

Character Development

Martha's character arc involves her growth from a medical student to a confident and capable doctor. Her unrequited love for the Doctor is a recurring theme, and her eventual decision to leave the TARDIS is driven by her desire to live her own life and not be defined by her relationship with the Doctor.

Family

Martha's family includes her mother, Francine Jones, her father, Clive Jones, her sister, Tish Jones, and her brother, Leo Jones. The dynamics within her family are explored in several episodes, particularly during the Master's takeover of Earth.

Significance

Martha Jones is significant for being the first black companion in the revived series of Doctor Who. Her character has been praised for breaking stereotypes and providing representation in a major science fiction series.

See Also

• Doctor Who companions
• Tenth Doctor
• Rose Tyler
• Donna Noble
• Amy Pond

References in Other Media

Martha Jones has appeared in various Doctor Who spin-offs, including novels, audio dramas, and comic strips. Her character continues to be a popular figure in the Doctor Who fandom.