Beyond its iconic time-travel adventures, sonic screwdrivers, and regenerations, Doctor Who boasts one of sci-fi's most extensive collections of memorable creatures. As the latest season arrives, let's revisit the Doctor's most formidable adversaries from the revived series.
Defining Our Criteria
Before diving in, some guidelines: We've excluded intelligent villains who don't fit the "monster" archetype (sorry, Master). Every creature here has appeared in at least one televised episode since the 2005 revival, though some originated in classic Who. In our view, the modern interpretations often deliver more effective scares (and frankly, they're what we know best). Without further ado, here are the 20 most terrifying monsters from modern Doctor Who.
The Most Terrifying Doctor Who Creatures of the New Era
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