The story is pointless, flat, contradictory, boring and embarrassing. The healing and wise Doctor known as the preserver of values, life and the saviour of the Earth and the universe has mutated into a leading figure in a third-rate Punch and Judy show. Just as the Doctor has completely lost his grandeur and wisdom, the story has lost its brilliance. Where has the genius gone that in the series' heyday manifested itself in brilliant speeches, in exposing social and societal inequalities (when he uncovered the Ood scandal, for example) and ultimately through the wit, charm, cleverness and compassion of the main character? The Doctor has degenerated into a puppet, a shadow of his former self.
257 Reviews
Trying to like it.
greatlordant12 May 2024
I have no issues with the cast and they have a good vibe, I'm particularly enjoying Ncuti in the role. I wasn't actually aware of him before this but he really does have some good energy. Too early to tell regarding the writing so I'll reserve judgement. It's been better than Chibnall but that's not a difficult accomplishment. My biggest issue is the overall feel of the show. They say Disney has no real input so why does it feel like a Disney show? If it doesn't pick up I may just give up and go back to watching the older seasons. Given the recent performance of Disney shows this really isn't a good start and I hope beyond all hope it finds it feet because this isn't what the majority want.
Tonal Shifts
drael6412 May 2024
While the new Doctor Who era is watchable, there are some areas that could be improved. Ncuti Gatwa's portrayal of the Doctor still comes across as more whimsical than a deeply intellectual and ancient being, with showrunner Russell T. Davies leaning heavily into a campy and lighthearted tone. Millie Gibson brings a certain charm as the new companion, though the overall lighthearted approach raises questions about whether she will have opportunities to showcase a broader acting range assuming she is capable. Gatwa and Gibson do have an enjoyable on-screen chemistry that makes the Doctor work better than one might expect given the strange tonal choices.
The new season's shift toward a more supernatural or fantasy-focused storytelling is a departure from previous eras and abstracts the show's connection to exploring our actual universe in favor of a very light fantastical setting.
In casting recent Doctors, there seems to be an emphasis on eccentric personalities over projecting a sense of gravitas befitting an immortal, genius alien. Previous Doctors all balanced eccentricity with an underlying aura of experience and depth that has been lacking. While an improvement over the previous era in terms of maintaining interest, this new season is at least not boring, if odd, it struggles to maintain tonal and thematic continuity with classic and new era Doctor Who.
The season's specials in particular featured heavy-handed moralizing that came across as simplistic rather than cleverly insightful at times, unintentionally veering into parody. I hope that Russell T. Davies can recruit talented writers who can inject more depth, nuance and flair into the stories. This would give Ncuti Gatwa more opportunities to explore the Doctor's ancient, complex character beyond just the eccentric surfaces.
The new season's shift toward a more supernatural or fantasy-focused storytelling is a departure from previous eras and abstracts the show's connection to exploring our actual universe in favor of a very light fantastical setting.
In casting recent Doctors, there seems to be an emphasis on eccentric personalities over projecting a sense of gravitas befitting an immortal, genius alien. Previous Doctors all balanced eccentricity with an underlying aura of experience and depth that has been lacking. While an improvement over the previous era in terms of maintaining interest, this new season is at least not boring, if odd, it struggles to maintain tonal and thematic continuity with classic and new era Doctor Who.
The season's specials in particular featured heavy-handed moralizing that came across as simplistic rather than cleverly insightful at times, unintentionally veering into parody. I hope that Russell T. Davies can recruit talented writers who can inject more depth, nuance and flair into the stories. This would give Ncuti Gatwa more opportunities to explore the Doctor's ancient, complex character beyond just the eccentric surfaces.
I won't rate it yet because I wanna see the rest of the season but it's not looking good
sloncarvuca12 May 2024
If I were to describe in one word how the New Who looks like it would be "stale". Let's put aside politics and all that stuff and look at actual material itself. Episodes feel so uninspired. I know RTD made some bad episodes doing it's first run, but there was always some sort of charm about them or at least something. It feels like he got his ideas from Chat GPT. I was excited about the second episode because of all the teasers we got, but again it looks so unispired and tacky. But that being said the cast is good, even Maestro had some potential to be great villian but in the end if was kinda eh beacuse of the writing.
To sum up, I would like to quote 10th doctor's famous monologue - "You could do so much more! So much more, and this what I get... Well it's not fair!"
To sum up, I would like to quote 10th doctor's famous monologue - "You could do so much more! So much more, and this what I get... Well it's not fair!"
Don't rush to judge - Quality takes time
gvcrnfwtgk2 June 2024
OK I'm in. Took a while for our new doctor to settle in and (apologies) this series didn't necessarily lead with its strongest episodes; but effectively this is a new show and everything new deserves its chance to establish itself.
It took me a while to adjust to Ruby and our new Doctor, but hey we've been here before, a little bit of patience (and dare I say TIME) and the greatness of this show starts to re-emerge.
Personally I'd like to see the sonic device revert to its traditional screwdriver origins, and I like each doctor to have their own costume - regardless of place and time - but I guess I can live with it.
More episodes like 73 Yards and Dot and Bubble and this is a winner of a series.
Speaking of Bubble, I've got to go now as there seems to be something wrong with mine. Many of my friends are offline for some reason...
It took me a while to adjust to Ruby and our new Doctor, but hey we've been here before, a little bit of patience (and dare I say TIME) and the greatness of this show starts to re-emerge.
Personally I'd like to see the sonic device revert to its traditional screwdriver origins, and I like each doctor to have their own costume - regardless of place and time - but I guess I can live with it.
More episodes like 73 Yards and Dot and Bubble and this is a winner of a series.
Speaking of Bubble, I've got to go now as there seems to be something wrong with mine. Many of my friends are offline for some reason...
Does not feel right
carolynlynette24 June 2024
I could not complain about the actors if I tried they are great and the beginning of episode 4 almost felt like Doctor Who, but this is not Doctor Who it is Disney. This is very, very much Disney and not in a good way. I have loved Doctor Who for many years so I am going to force myself to watch this season and hope it gets better or there will be a miracle and the next season will at least capture a bit of the essence that makes Doctor Who, Doctor Who, but we will see. I do like Ruby, she kind of reminds me of Rose, though I understand that she's only supposed to be in the first season........
It feels like a lot of people have forgotten what doctor who is.
dexterbmet16 May 2024
I saw someone say that doctor who is ruined now because of fart jokes and tried to compare space babies with father day forgetting that the Sletheen were from the same series. People are complaining about things that made doctor who such a unique show in the first place. Did everyone just forget about the happiness patrol? The enemy of the world? Everyone hating on the new doctor who episodes like it totally didn't take 6 episodes before we actually got a good doctor who episode with Dalek. Doctor who too childish now? Have any of you actually watched the show because a lot of people are complaining about things that have always been in doctor who like they've only just started to do. Not every episode is like midnight or turn left. For every wimping angel we've got fat that kills. For every Dalek we have the doctors twin. I've always found that the worst part of doctor who is the fandom and it's so ironic to me how the show all about Change is being shown to people who hate change of any kind and honestly the hypocrisy is unreal. People can not like individual episodes but hating on an entire new era just because of a couple of medocure episodes is insane to me. We don't hate the entirety of David Tennant run because it has fear her in it. So why do it here?!
Bring back suspense!
stormeaglesson-5090613 May 2024
Warning: Spoilers
I really feel like the New age of Doctor who has well and truly fogotten it's die-hard fans and is trying to ponder on a new target audience. The last two epsidoes has left me (and reading other comments many others too) feeling bored and uninterested. There's no hooks, no suspense, the mystery element is gone because its revealed 5 minutes into the epsiode and the wins seem easy. The whole 'Toy-makers Legion' concept is such an interesting plot but the execution is so far not selling it. These monsters are the toughest the Doctor has ever faced and what? Paul Mcarthy stopped one of them?
Every Doctor's first episode is the most important one because it sets the tone for the entire season, his/her/their personality, the vibe. We're two epsiodes in with the appearance of this Doctor from the specials and I still don't get this one. I had the same issue with Jodie's Doctor. Every episode from her's onwards has the Doctor being confused, scared and on the verge of a breakdown and that's how I feel watching it. I never felt like I wanted or needed to relate to the Doctor in any way since he is meant to be above and beyond greatness. Thats why when he would stumble or breakdown or feel defeated it came to a shock but now as he is always like this it's lost the effect. This new dawn for the franchise is meant to be more modern, more relateable and more inspiring? I have never felt more disconnected from the show! Nothing about this is relateable.
The past two episodes feels more at home on the Numberjacks on Cbeebies then anything else and I still find that show more creepier. The moments where it's meant to be fun feel cringy, the scary moments are laughable and the whole thing is just dull. Honestly hurts me to even admit it because this show was fantastic. It had everything! Funny companions, unbelieveable adventures, edge-of-your-seat suspense, shocking plot-twists and so many times where it reflected real world issues that made an impact. Where did it all go? The show has lost everything that made it Doctor Who to fill it up with 'trendy' musical numbers, talking babies and rushed plotlines.
Every Doctor's first episode is the most important one because it sets the tone for the entire season, his/her/their personality, the vibe. We're two epsiodes in with the appearance of this Doctor from the specials and I still don't get this one. I had the same issue with Jodie's Doctor. Every episode from her's onwards has the Doctor being confused, scared and on the verge of a breakdown and that's how I feel watching it. I never felt like I wanted or needed to relate to the Doctor in any way since he is meant to be above and beyond greatness. Thats why when he would stumble or breakdown or feel defeated it came to a shock but now as he is always like this it's lost the effect. This new dawn for the franchise is meant to be more modern, more relateable and more inspiring? I have never felt more disconnected from the show! Nothing about this is relateable.
The past two episodes feels more at home on the Numberjacks on Cbeebies then anything else and I still find that show more creepier. The moments where it's meant to be fun feel cringy, the scary moments are laughable and the whole thing is just dull. Honestly hurts me to even admit it because this show was fantastic. It had everything! Funny companions, unbelieveable adventures, edge-of-your-seat suspense, shocking plot-twists and so many times where it reflected real world issues that made an impact. Where did it all go? The show has lost everything that made it Doctor Who to fill it up with 'trendy' musical numbers, talking babies and rushed plotlines.
A Phenomenal Journey into Time and Space
alameenkh727 May 2024
As a long-time fan, Doctor Who has always held a special place in my heart, and this series does not disappoint. Admittedly, the first two episodes might seem a bit slow or even silly to some, but they serve an essential purpose: they introduce the Doctor, the unique world-building, and the intricate lore that make this show so captivating.
Once you get past those initial episodes, the series truly takes off. Episodes three and four are nothing short of phenomenal, with episode four standing out as one of the best episodes of any TV series I've watched recently. It delivered a perfect blend of contentment and completeness, leaving a lasting impression.
One of the aspects I love most about Doctor Who is its approach to politics and history. The show doesn't shy away from tackling complex themes and weaving them into its narrative, which adds depth and intrigue. The world-building is top-notch, creating a sense of mystery and anticipation that keeps you hooked.
If you're looking for a show to watch casually, Doctor Who is a great choice. Just be patient with the first couple of episodes; they set the stage for the mind-blowing adventures that follow. Embrace the silliness, and you'll be rewarded with a rich, emotionally connected experience that only Doctor Who can provide.
Once you get past those initial episodes, the series truly takes off. Episodes three and four are nothing short of phenomenal, with episode four standing out as one of the best episodes of any TV series I've watched recently. It delivered a perfect blend of contentment and completeness, leaving a lasting impression.
One of the aspects I love most about Doctor Who is its approach to politics and history. The show doesn't shy away from tackling complex themes and weaving them into its narrative, which adds depth and intrigue. The world-building is top-notch, creating a sense of mystery and anticipation that keeps you hooked.
If you're looking for a show to watch casually, Doctor Who is a great choice. Just be patient with the first couple of episodes; they set the stage for the mind-blowing adventures that follow. Embrace the silliness, and you'll be rewarded with a rich, emotionally connected experience that only Doctor Who can provide.
A huge disappointment
sirikalla26 May 2024
As a big fan of Doctor Who, I must express my deep disappointment with the new season. To be honest, it doesn't even feel like Doctor Who anymore. I had high hopes for Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor, as I find him to be a brilliant actor. His performance, along with Millie's, is not the issue. The fault lies entirely with the production team.
The dialogue and plot is painfully bland, lacking the intelligence, wittiness, depth, and big thinking that have always been the hallmarks of Doctor Who and the reasons I fell in love with the show. Instead, we are left with something that feels like Disney-esque, slapstick, easy entertainment. This transformation makes the show hardly worth watching anymore.
I deeply hope that the production will improve and bring back the Doctor Who we love. And if not, that the other Doctor Who, who was left when Ncuti and David split in two, will be revived after his vacation and rest with family, and give us back our Doctor. Thank you.
The dialogue and plot is painfully bland, lacking the intelligence, wittiness, depth, and big thinking that have always been the hallmarks of Doctor Who and the reasons I fell in love with the show. Instead, we are left with something that feels like Disney-esque, slapstick, easy entertainment. This transformation makes the show hardly worth watching anymore.
I deeply hope that the production will improve and bring back the Doctor Who we love. And if not, that the other Doctor Who, who was left when Ncuti and David split in two, will be revived after his vacation and rest with family, and give us back our Doctor. Thank you.
What did happen to Doctor Who ?
LukeL7219 May 2024
That new season of Doctor who is leaving much to be desired in my opinion. It feels as though the series has been rebooted as a children show while, in the same time, being too charged with adult undertones to be that.
It made those two episodes hard to watch. The writing is all over the place, frantic, shallow and preachy at times, and most jokes fell flat. The acting performance wasn't great either. Ncuti Gatwa's felts too whimsical and trying too much to act cool to be convincing as the new doctor.
In the end it didn't really feel like Doctor Who at all to me and I'm worried about the future of that show. It's not in a good place right now and has steadily been going downhill since Peter Capaldi left in my opinion.
It made those two episodes hard to watch. The writing is all over the place, frantic, shallow and preachy at times, and most jokes fell flat. The acting performance wasn't great either. Ncuti Gatwa's felts too whimsical and trying too much to act cool to be convincing as the new doctor.
In the end it didn't really feel like Doctor Who at all to me and I'm worried about the future of that show. It's not in a good place right now and has steadily been going downhill since Peter Capaldi left in my opinion.
Shaking off the dust
skellons27 May 2024
Having sat through the Chibnall period with gritted teeth, firstly hoping it would get better, then wishing it would, then realising it wouldn't - this is ticking the boxes.
Russell T Davies gets the Doctor we knew that but he is shaking off the dust and helping us to move on from the mess of previous years. It maybe a bit wobbly in places but it's miles better than the previous few series and the writing actually fits the actors - we also haven't had any patronising end sequences like we had under Chibnall especially the Rosa Parks episode (which was OK until the last sequence of the episode).
I'm not sure what people are looking for - all I wanted was a sense of fun and trepidation with suspense and madness thrown in - we have that so I'm happy.
This has firmly shaken off the dust of the previous management and pulled us back to where we should have been at the end of Capaldi's run - thanks RTD long may this continue.
Russell T Davies gets the Doctor we knew that but he is shaking off the dust and helping us to move on from the mess of previous years. It maybe a bit wobbly in places but it's miles better than the previous few series and the writing actually fits the actors - we also haven't had any patronising end sequences like we had under Chibnall especially the Rosa Parks episode (which was OK until the last sequence of the episode).
I'm not sure what people are looking for - all I wanted was a sense of fun and trepidation with suspense and madness thrown in - we have that so I'm happy.
This has firmly shaken off the dust of the previous management and pulled us back to where we should have been at the end of Capaldi's run - thanks RTD long may this continue.
He needs to stop crying
phowardpitts9 June 2024
Many are being unfairly dismissive of the whole season, and some just can't take anything speaking to any wrongs. Not all of the episodes are bad. Many do seem incomplete and lack some of the "edge of the seat" type feelings.
Ncuti and companion have good chemistry. However the Doctor has cried too much and it's ridiculous. The writing has the Doctor running away more than seems usual, and being overly scared. He is missing some of the qualities that make him a strong and resilient Time Lord, that has come against some of the most powerful beings.
The writing is a little heavy on the Doctor being sexual and his attractions. The episodes and the character need more work, but there are often growing pains. The actors appear to be doing the best with what they have been given.
Ncuti and companion have good chemistry. However the Doctor has cried too much and it's ridiculous. The writing has the Doctor running away more than seems usual, and being overly scared. He is missing some of the qualities that make him a strong and resilient Time Lord, that has come against some of the most powerful beings.
The writing is a little heavy on the Doctor being sexual and his attractions. The episodes and the character need more work, but there are often growing pains. The actors appear to be doing the best with what they have been given.
Dreadful
irelandkeith11 May 2024
Ok, it's clear this manifestation or DrWho has a decent budget, but what a waste. It's jarring to watch... Why does the Music woman have an overdubbed (and badly synchronised ) voice.
The whole Beatles section was uninteresting, unfunny and almost unwatchable. Clearly the generations of people who have grown up, sweaty-palmed behind the sofa, aren't the target for this new incarnation, which is a shame. Most of the earlier series managed to appeal to a multi-generational audience. My guess is that this will not appeal to the older generation who will switch off, and I'm by no means convinced it will attract the Gen Whatever it's supposed to appeal to.
Sorry Russell. Nil points from me (and not just because I can't wait for this to finish so I can watch Eurovision. Budget wasted. Not my thing.
The whole Beatles section was uninteresting, unfunny and almost unwatchable. Clearly the generations of people who have grown up, sweaty-palmed behind the sofa, aren't the target for this new incarnation, which is a shame. Most of the earlier series managed to appeal to a multi-generational audience. My guess is that this will not appeal to the older generation who will switch off, and I'm by no means convinced it will attract the Gen Whatever it's supposed to appeal to.
Sorry Russell. Nil points from me (and not just because I can't wait for this to finish so I can watch Eurovision. Budget wasted. Not my thing.
I tried.
duncancmccann25 May 2024
Four episodes in and I had high hopes of the new series after the specials and Tennant reminding us of who The Doctor should be.
I don't either hate or love the nu-nu-who, I'm just indifferent, I don't care anymore.
It feels like a long-term relationship where gradually you realise that the two of you have grown apart. No matter how much you try, how much you want to make it work, the spark is gone.
I don't feel it's the fault of the actors, it's the overall approach to the show. If RTD and Disney are trying for a whole new younger fan-base then maybe they'll get it - I wouldn't know, I'm too old 'my' Doctor was Tom Baker, of the reboot Doctors it's between Tennant and Smith, probably with Smith just edging it.
I think it's time for me to end my love affair with Dr Who, there will always be a place in my heart for it and I may even occasionally visit but my feelings of commitment and connection have gone. I hope you find a new lover Doctor, someone that loves you as you are now. Don't worry about me Doctor I'll be fine, we had a great time together but it's time for me to move on - or perhaps I'll stay single and just reminice about the old days with Tom and Jon on the iPlayer while sobbing gently and considering getting an 11th cat.
I don't think anything can replace you, so I'll be better on my own, it's sad but these things happen. All the best for the future eh? Oh and by the way, I'm keeping K9.
I don't either hate or love the nu-nu-who, I'm just indifferent, I don't care anymore.
It feels like a long-term relationship where gradually you realise that the two of you have grown apart. No matter how much you try, how much you want to make it work, the spark is gone.
I don't feel it's the fault of the actors, it's the overall approach to the show. If RTD and Disney are trying for a whole new younger fan-base then maybe they'll get it - I wouldn't know, I'm too old 'my' Doctor was Tom Baker, of the reboot Doctors it's between Tennant and Smith, probably with Smith just edging it.
I think it's time for me to end my love affair with Dr Who, there will always be a place in my heart for it and I may even occasionally visit but my feelings of commitment and connection have gone. I hope you find a new lover Doctor, someone that loves you as you are now. Don't worry about me Doctor I'll be fine, we had a great time together but it's time for me to move on - or perhaps I'll stay single and just reminice about the old days with Tom and Jon on the iPlayer while sobbing gently and considering getting an 11th cat.
I don't think anything can replace you, so I'll be better on my own, it's sad but these things happen. All the best for the future eh? Oh and by the way, I'm keeping K9.
I'm absolutely loving the new season
kathrynreffell12 June 2024
The new season is really, really good. Theres a little bit of a rough start- i would say that 73 yards and Dot and Bubble are much better episodes than the first few, but every episode has been fun to watch, with interesting premises and characters. The new season has exactly the qualities of all the other seasons i've loved so much.
Ncuti Gatwa is an absolutely amazing Doctor, and every time he's on screen it's incredible how easy it is to see all the heights of the Doctor's excitement on his face, and still see the depths of an immortal's unending sorrow and rage in the little moments when Ruby isn't looking. He really is a perfect Doctor.
I've been loving the overarching plot of the season too- it's just subtle enough to be hard to notice unless you're paying attention, but it's definitely there.
The way the episodes have tackled important social issues (bluntly to say the least) is classic doctor who, and while i see many people wishing for a little more subtlety, ive really appreciated how little room there is to misconstrue the points being made about equal rights and prejudice. This season's cast of characters is beautifully diverse and openly queer, and it's truly a joy to see characters reflecting my identity take center stage.
The one nitpick i might have is that the pacing of some of the episodes is a little iffy- too much happens in too little time. But to be honest, that's been true of most seasons of doctor who, and ive loved all of them, so it doesnt matter too much to me.
Ncuti Gatwa is an absolutely amazing Doctor, and every time he's on screen it's incredible how easy it is to see all the heights of the Doctor's excitement on his face, and still see the depths of an immortal's unending sorrow and rage in the little moments when Ruby isn't looking. He really is a perfect Doctor.
I've been loving the overarching plot of the season too- it's just subtle enough to be hard to notice unless you're paying attention, but it's definitely there.
The way the episodes have tackled important social issues (bluntly to say the least) is classic doctor who, and while i see many people wishing for a little more subtlety, ive really appreciated how little room there is to misconstrue the points being made about equal rights and prejudice. This season's cast of characters is beautifully diverse and openly queer, and it's truly a joy to see characters reflecting my identity take center stage.
The one nitpick i might have is that the pacing of some of the episodes is a little iffy- too much happens in too little time. But to be honest, that's been true of most seasons of doctor who, and ive loved all of them, so it doesnt matter too much to me.
Looks like they dredged the bottom of the barrel for the story writers
rabski311 May 2024
I've just watched the first two episodes of the newest Dr Who and as I feared, the latest Dr Who is following the suit of the previous Dr Who's of recent years, where the episodes and storylines are progressively getting more and more ridiculous.
I appreciate that Dr Who is totally fictional with outlandish stories about space, aliens and the inexplicable. But these latest shows are getting more and more ridiculous and stupid, too stupid in fact, to watch.
The shows writers seem desperate to write something which is entertaining and seem to be writing for a childrens show, rather than writing in the vain of the previous writers, who created interesting story lines and characters.
The actors do a great job with the scripts which they are given and try their hardest to make each episode as entertaining as possible.
While Ncuti Gatawa has proved himself as a good actor in various different roles and I think would make for a really good Dr Who, he would do a lot better with decent scripts and storylines, but unfortunately, I can't see him getting them with these writers.
Dr Who has progressively worsened over the years and if this vein of writing and storylines continues, I can see Dr Who being a thing of the past.
I appreciate that Dr Who is totally fictional with outlandish stories about space, aliens and the inexplicable. But these latest shows are getting more and more ridiculous and stupid, too stupid in fact, to watch.
The shows writers seem desperate to write something which is entertaining and seem to be writing for a childrens show, rather than writing in the vain of the previous writers, who created interesting story lines and characters.
The actors do a great job with the scripts which they are given and try their hardest to make each episode as entertaining as possible.
While Ncuti Gatawa has proved himself as a good actor in various different roles and I think would make for a really good Dr Who, he would do a lot better with decent scripts and storylines, but unfortunately, I can't see him getting them with these writers.
Dr Who has progressively worsened over the years and if this vein of writing and storylines continues, I can see Dr Who being a thing of the past.
We're so back!
orlascarlett26 May 2024
One of my favourite things about doctor who is that with every new doctor, the show evolves and changes is always trying new things. The show would've died decades ago if they never tried anything new. Ncuti Gatwa is a phenomenal doctor and so far (especially in the most recent episodes of the series) the writing has been amazing. Too many people are so quick to criticise this new season because they just want the show to be 'like it was before' but I think that they are missing the brilliance of episodes such as 'Boom' and '73 Yards'. While I agree that the season isn't perfect, I think that this season has been extremely promising so far and can't wait for more!
what happened to Dr Who?
ronn21411 May 2024
I have watched the new Dr Who episodes for 2024, and I have been urgently waiting and waiting and this is the mess I get. Space Babies and some other nonsense about a "Maestro" that steals music. The show is stupid. The new Dr is stupid. I hate it. The script is terrible, the acting is terrible. I cannot believe what they have done to this wonderful series. A lot of people gave up when Jode Whitaker took over as the doctor, I didn't, I thought she was great and the series was pretty good. There were some weak storylines but all in all I thought the series was still good. Not now. It's terrible. It's not the new doctor, its the scripts; they have been stupid and silly. I'll watch one or two more episodes and if it doesn't get better, I'm done.
A fresh and fun season
shonshonthebonbon12 June 2024
I'm really enjoying this season so far! The episodes have had a lot of range in themes and worlds, the acting has been great, and there's been a lot of fun in debating what all the Susan Twist stuff means. Ncuti makes for such a fun Doctor - I can't wait to see where he takes the show during his tenure! My favourite episode so far is definitely Rogue, but I also thought 73 Yards was a great chance for Millie to stand on her own and show us more about her character. I also love the return to having the characters have families - Yaz, Ryan, and Graham were a great start to this with 13, but Ruby's family are great.
Meh
platejo15 June 2024
Warning: Spoilers
Ok I'm going to start off by saying that this obviously isn't going to be as good as the golden era of doctor who so don't expect that, i think a lot of people did because they brought back David tennant for the specials but i didn't expect that which is probably why i placed my review at a 6 instead of a 4 or 5. And Disney definitely contributed to the reason why it isn't as good. Overall it's fine, i saw some people has problems with the doctor kissing a guy in the episode rouge but Matt smith and David tennant kissed A LOT of characters during their time so it's whatever (it is definitely people just hating on it cause it's two dudes lol) i think the major problems is obviously Disney and the writing. I think the performances are pretty good, I'm a fan on the new doctor and i think it is refreshing, but... the writing is really bad, it's all over the place and it doesn't make much sense, like the fact that in the second episode ruby was saying things like "you never run away" when it's the second episode, we haven't had a chance to see their friendship develop so this makes zero sense. And in the rouge episode it was just so weird because again the guy showed up for thirty minutes and then just left so it was weird to see the doctor so attached to him. And i think i started to notice this back during the specials, the girl who plays rose didn't do a very great performance and it felt very dull, also her writing as well back in the first special was weird, the part where Donna is like about to die and is like actually I'm fine it's chill, like what. And when they were talking to the doctor and he said "i hadn't thought of that" and they were like " that's cause you only have one genders perspective" was very confusing mostly because THE DOCTOR IS OLDER THEN BOTH OF YOU AND ALSO HAS BEEN A GIRL! I don't have a problem with that in media but it's so out of place and feels forced. Overall the story makes zero sense the acting is fine and they are clutching at straws. I think it's going to be time to end the show soon, it's been going since the 60's and it's turning into what happened with family guy and the simpsons. But keep in mind this is all subjective and you may watch this and come to a different conclusion, this is just my personal opinion on how the show is at the moment :)
Doctor Who Review
ZaphodBeeblebrock14 May 2024
It's always hard to change something with such a huge fanbase as DW has.
Indeed, Disney isn't doing too well, lately, so it was predictable that we could have found something cheesy and some boring and poor writing. Actors performances are quite mediocre, sometimes you have a feeling the character keeps a secret, or is suggesting something different from what words are meaning, but then no. I'm not blaming actors, up to this moment I've not seen enough to clearly understand if this is really what direct wanted them to.
But overall just as soon as you watch, you know it's Disney.
And fitting a cult show like Doctor Who into Disney frame is a bit of a diminishing kind of turn.
Is it worth watching? I'll try again, but at the moment I firmly doubt it.
Indeed, Disney isn't doing too well, lately, so it was predictable that we could have found something cheesy and some boring and poor writing. Actors performances are quite mediocre, sometimes you have a feeling the character keeps a secret, or is suggesting something different from what words are meaning, but then no. I'm not blaming actors, up to this moment I've not seen enough to clearly understand if this is really what direct wanted them to.
But overall just as soon as you watch, you know it's Disney.
And fitting a cult show like Doctor Who into Disney frame is a bit of a diminishing kind of turn.
Is it worth watching? I'll try again, but at the moment I firmly doubt it.
The Doctor always
zackgonza12 June 2024
I have been excited for the new season of Doctor Who! I have loved what I have seen so far. Ncuti Gatwa is a spectacular addition as the Doctor, he did amazing work in Sex Education! That is why I was excited and have not been disappointed with this new series. Granted any change will have a few bumps per espiode but that is par for the course especially with being a life long fan of Doctor Who. The new thread going throughout the new season has been a slow burn, which I enjoy. I enjoy taking my time to invest and see what new adventures we enjoy with the Doctor. No matter what happens I will come back to Doctor Who for a good adventure!!
The Disney reset.
Sleepin_Dragon15 May 2024
So, another reset, the modern era? The last gasp era.....The Disney era, the latter for me seems the most fitting description.
You can't blame Russell or the powers that be, for wanting to restart to show, and Space Babies very much felt like a reset, almost frustrating for long standing viewers, so many similarities between it and Rose, only Rose was ultimately much better.
I'm going to say I really rate Ncuti, the charisma and facial expressions are really infectious, he's a fine actor, Ruby, can't say I'm blown away, maybe things will change as time goes on.
There's definitely a change up in terms of budget, and you have to admit that it looks very sharp, money is clearly going in.
Is it the big reset everyone had hoped for, the rebirth of the show, following on from Chibnall's time? Unfortunately not from what I can see, it just feels like more of the same.
The rules have definitely changed, the show has moved very much into the era of magic and fantasy, is it a good thing? Time will tell.
After some incredibly disappointing viewing figures, it feels as though viewers don't quite have the same passion for the show.
6/10.
You can't blame Russell or the powers that be, for wanting to restart to show, and Space Babies very much felt like a reset, almost frustrating for long standing viewers, so many similarities between it and Rose, only Rose was ultimately much better.
I'm going to say I really rate Ncuti, the charisma and facial expressions are really infectious, he's a fine actor, Ruby, can't say I'm blown away, maybe things will change as time goes on.
There's definitely a change up in terms of budget, and you have to admit that it looks very sharp, money is clearly going in.
Is it the big reset everyone had hoped for, the rebirth of the show, following on from Chibnall's time? Unfortunately not from what I can see, it just feels like more of the same.
The rules have definitely changed, the show has moved very much into the era of magic and fantasy, is it a good thing? Time will tell.
After some incredibly disappointing viewing figures, it feels as though viewers don't quite have the same passion for the show.
6/10.
If you Think Dr. Who can get worse
olsjakob12 May 2024
This is not Dr Who any more, for sure. This is something else. And that something is Prue. Nothing about this TV show is good anymore. You cringe from the first minute you watch it. If the BBC were not funded by the taxpayer, they would go bankrupt after making something so bad. How can anyone write and make something like this and not be ashamed of themselves. Not just trying to kill the Dr Who franchise but in general making something like this. I have seen TikTok videos with better acting and story than this. And the new Dr Who, if you can even call him that, is the biggest cringe "Lord" ever. He'll never get a part after this.
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