Doctor Who: even the haters will find it impossible to resist Ncuti Gatwa

Doctor Who has returned with some exciting changes, including a new Doctor and assistant. Russell T Davies, who previously worked on the show, is back to lead the production. The Tardis and Sonic Screwdriver have also undergone some updates. This news may either be the most significant thing for avid Doctor Who fans or not mean anything to those who aren't familiar with the show. In the first episode, we learn the word "Gallifrey." If you know what that means, then hold onto your seats because it's going to be an eventful weekend for you.

I had a negative attitude towards Doctor Who (aired on BBC One on May 11th at 6:20 pm). I was expecting to receive lengthy emails from fans criticizing my opinion. However, after watching the first two episodes, I was pleasantly surprised that I enjoyed it, despite my initial skepticism. I wanted to criticize the show, but I couldn't help but be charmed by it. I may have to reconsider my previous judgment of Doctor Who.

Let's start by talking about Ncuti Gatwa, who is truly one of the most charming people I've ever seen. It's hard to imagine anyone else playing the Doctor quite as perfectly as he does. He has this incredible energy and charisma that just draws you in—he's always spinning around, flashing a smile, and effortlessly explaining even the most complicated sci-fi concepts. His new companion, Ruby Sunday (played by Millie Gibson), is the perfect match for him. Watching the two of them together feels like watching kids at play—always moving and tapping at controls, wiping their brows, and marveling at the strange new creatures they encounter.

The initial narrative named Space Babies is decent. It falls into the category of those episodes which are necessary at times wherein the characters have a conversation similar to: “Wait a minute, your name is just the Doctor?” To this, the Doctor would respond with a smile followed by a sad demeanor and say: “I am the only survivor of the Time Lords; they were all killed.” Then the other individual would brush past the devastating information and ask: “That's cool, can we go see some dinosaurs?” This goes on for around 20 minutes, following which they embark upon a ridiculous adventure (which the dog enjoyed), and it's alright- no complaints.

I found the second episode of the show, called The Devil's Chord, to be much more enjoyable. It takes place in the 1960s and involves the Doctor and Ruby meeting the Beatles (played by actors who clearly have no idea what the Beatles looked like) before things go awry. The episode features 45 minutes of epic music as they try to solve the problem at hand. Additionally, it has intriguing storylines that span the entire season, making it more than just another one-off adventure. The villain, Jinkx Monsoon, is particularly impressive, adding even more depth to the episode. If you're the type of Doctor Who fan who enjoys picking up on small details and discussing them on online forums, then this episode is definitely for you.

Basically, everyone is really enjoying the new season of Doctor Who. The addition of money from Disney has made the show seem grand and impressive, but not overdone with too much computer-generated imagery. The new actors playing the lead roles are a great choice. If the show had been made today, it would be easy to make mistakes and make it seem too sci-fi or forget its British roots. However, the show has been around for a long time and has many loyal fans who would not hesitate to voice any concerns. This helps maintain the integrity of the show. I am now a fan and will be watching the Christmas special.