Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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The first season of Doctor Who's revival was an undeniable success - but especially with a brand new Doctor so soon, the question is: was that just a fluke? With the benefit of hindsight, we can safely say it wasn't, but it's also true to say that Series 2 is not quite as beloved. So let's take a look back and see what worked - and what didn't - about the revival's second go around.

Check out my other Doctor Who reviews: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWHA0cOQR2Rlr-t5q6E6yA28CdHFRx2IX

Timecodes:
00:00 Intro
01:49 The Christmas Invasion
03:48 New Earth
05:11 Tooth and Claw
06:09 School Reunion
08:02 The Girl in the Fireplace
09:57 Rise of the Cybermen/The Age of Steel
11:50 The Idiot's Lantern
13:01 The Impossible Planet/The Satan Pit
15:24 Love & Monsters
17:27 Fear Her
19:29 Army of Ghosts/Doomsday
22:36 Final Thoughts