Doctor Who Season 14 Review: A Promising Start With a Few Clunky Moments

The fourteenth season of Doctor Who, the beloved British sci-fi series, has kicked off with two new episodes that showcase the exciting potential of Ncuti Gatwa as the Fifteenth Doctor and his infectious chemistry with companion Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson). However, the season has also stumbled upon a few obstacles, including a jarring tonal whiplash and an excessive reliance on exposition dumps. Despite these setbacks, the show’s signature blend of earnest sci-fi, comedy, and adventure remains intact, offering a promising foundation for future episodes.

Doctor Who Returns with Ncuti Gatwa as the 14th Doctor

Prepare for an extraordinary journey through time and space as Doctor Who makes its highly anticipated return. The iconic sci-fi adventure series welcomes a new era with Ncuti Gatwa as the latest incarnation of the beloved Doctor. Joining him is Millie Gibson as Ruby Sunday, his enigmatic companion. Under the visionary guidance of returning showrunner Russell T Davies, the series promises a thrilling blend of captivating storylines, historical encounters, and groundbreaking representation.

BBC Breakfast Hosts Held ‘Hostage’ by Daleks in Hysterical Interview

BBC Breakfast fans were left in hysterics after hosts Sally Nugent and Jon Kay appeared to be taken ‘hostage’ by Daleks during an interview with Doctor Who screenwriter Russell T. Davies. The unusual moment saw the Daleks on screen pointing towards Jon and Sally, with Sally even throwing her hands in the air in surrender. The interview aired ahead of the global premiere of Doctor Who on May 11, which will mark the return of Ncuti Gatwa as the Fifteenth Doctor and Millie Gibson as companion Ruby Sunday.

Doctor Who Season 14: New Era Begins with Ncuti Gatwa as Doctor

Doctor Who Season 14 is set to launch a new era for the beloved sci-fi show, with Ncuti Gatwa taking the reins of the TARDIS for his first full season. The season will also see the return of Millie Gibson’s companion Ruby Sunday. Showrunner Russell T Davies has revealed that the show will be looking ahead instead of back as it dives into this new chapter. The season will feature a new companion played by Andor star Varada Sethu, but Gibson will remain as the Doctor’s companion. Doctor Who releases on BBC One and iPlayer (UK) on May 11 and Plus (globally) on May 10.

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