REACTION | DOCTOR WHO | 1x1 | Rose
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- Опубліковано 10 гру 2024
- This Doctor Who reaction was originally part of my pilot series, but the response was so overwhelming (in all the best ways) that I've decided to at least react to the first series.
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Original Air Date: March 26, 2005
Original Network: BBC One
Viewed on: HBO Max
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I think the fact that Rose doesn't even notice that Mickey is NOT Mickey shows how little attention she actually pays to Mickey and makes it less surprising that she chose to dump him and run off with the Doctor.
This is such a good theory and I definitely like this perspective better than what it seemed like in the show. It came across as her being daft and just a dumb blonde and I don't think that's who her character is supposed to be at all. So, I'll just go with your theory from now on. :)
@@BritanyBinges I won't go into more detail, but I think this showrunner's particular genius is in character development, community and world-building, and emotional connections. He makes you care about characters that only appear in one scene!
I know I'm replying after a whole year but Britany's channel just popped up as a recommendation. You are exactly right about Plastic Mickey, that's the joke. People don't see it and think Rose is an idiot. It's a bit heavy handed but it's all intentional!
@@markharris1125 I don't think it's meant to be a joke; it's just the way their characters are. I think they are together just because they always were. Their relationship has stagnated. It's become just a habit for both of them, really. Neither of them can walk away and they both really should.
@@daffy8995 Oh yes, I agree. Maybe 'joke' was the wrong word, but I do believe it's played for laughs. It amuses me anyway!
The mannequins are from the classic show, they’re called Autons. Even though they’re not named on screen in this episode. So that little glimpse over to the window near the beginning was I’m assuming for classic fans. A little bit of a ‘if you know you know’ sort of tease.
I'm sure it was definitely a great hook for viewers on Classic Who. And, probably a little reassuring as well, letting them know the show wasn't completely forgetting its roots.
In the classic Who series from the 60's-80s they even were able to make dolls like the mannequins but parents immediately complained that their children were now scared of their dolls and toys, so they restricted themselves to mannequins from then on.
Just a little bit of (non-spoiler) context about the show. You already mentioned you knew there are different Doctors - I won’t say how this is done, but know that the show started in November 1963 (the day after JFK’s assassination, so the reference in this episode is a nod to that), and ran pretty much continuously until 1989. There was an attempted reboot in 1996 with a TV movie, before this reboot in 2005. But even while it was off the air there continued to be books, comics and full cast audio dramas being produced. Christopher Eccleston is the 9th actor to play the Doctor, so is generally known as the Ninth Doctor.
I reckon you’ll fall in love with this show, and I’m looking forward to your future reactions. Beware of spoilers, though, and try not to look up too much about it as you go along. I’m sure the fan base will help guide you if needed.
Thank you so much for this! I did know it was a reboot of an older show from a few decades ago and that the Doctors were referred to by a number, but I was worried about looking up more information specifically because I didn't want spoilers in case I decided to continue with it. So, this helps A LOT! You're the best!
@@BritanyBinges It’s actually a direct continuation of the classic series.😊
Give Doctor Who a chance. It really starts to pick up midway through this series (season), and you'll definitely get hooked. What seems confusing now, will be explained and it's just going to make you love it even more. I loved the reaction, and plan to stick around for future episodes, because seeing this show through new eyes is always satisfying to me.
BTW: It's something of a in-joke among fans that you don't abbreviate the Doctor in the title Doctor Who.
I've definitely picked up on the "Doctor" vs. "Dr." thing and it will be corrected starting with episode 2. *face palm*
I've decided to at least do the first series but, considering I'm already emotionally invested in these two characters, I have a feeling I'll be sticking with it. :)
hi, this reaction was awesome! I forgot how weird first episode of Doctor is and seeing new people react to it is hilarious xD and of course I would be very glad if you'd choose to continue :) truth to be told some episodes are weirder than others, but I have a fondness for this first season of doctor, it's nice to see people still react to it:)
Thank you so much, Noemiela! This feedback really means a lot! It's not my typical show, but that first episode was really enjoyable. So, feedback like this really encourages me to keep going. I'm definitely leaning towards at least doing the first season/series and seeing how it goes. :)
@@BritanyBinges I thank you for doing this! I will definitely follow you on this journey :) also I love your wwdits reactions!
THANK YOU!!
@@BritanyBinges Don't give up if you don't know what or who the traditional "enemies" are, some come from the first series back in 1963 and some still look and sound like the original. You'll learn in no time.
@@BritanyBinges You may of found this shocking just you wait for the empty child
‘Why are you not freaking out?’
It’s that British stiff upper lip we’ve got 👍
HAHA! Fair point.
For some context. The modern show the "seasons" are called series, and in the classic show they're called seasons.
Thank you for this clarification! :)
This has long been my favorite TV show of all time. It is quite the journey. There are some silly episodes, and sometimes silly constructs in episodes, but the journey through the adventures of the Doctor is worth every moment. The living plastic creatures presented here in this pilot episode are a call back to the original run of Doctor Who, and featured in the very first episode of the third Doctor, so it was a really fun inclusion for long time fans. You don't need to have seen the original run of the show to watch this new version as this show does a really good job of bringing people new to the Doctor up to speed. I do hope you continue this journey. The Doctor Who fanbase is a fun and engaging one here on UA-cam and always eager for new people taking this journey.
Even though I can't really say I have an interest in Classic Who at the moment, I do see how it would create some extra-special moments for people who have seen it and get the easter eggs. Another commented said they're going to put together a list of one story from each of the previous Doctors in case I wanted to check them out and I would be willing to at least give it a shot.
I'm excited to connect with this fanbase. I'm part of multiple other fandoms, but I'll never say no to being part of another one. :)
Cool rxn! One thing to keep in mind is that at it's heart "Dr Who" is and has been since 1963 a kids show. Folks that dislike the show tend to raise this point as a negative but I think it's actually where the program draws its charm. It also prevents the show from taking itself too seriously, which sets it apart from most TV Sci-fi.
If you stick it out through the "Father's Day" episode I predict you'll be hooked.
I had no idea prior to some of these comments that the show started as a children's show.
I'm excited for the Father's Day episode now. :)
Technically its a "family" show, so something for all ages.
Do yourself a favor and keep going with Doctor Who. There are very good reasons why it has lasted since the original classic series started way back in 1963. It has enormous heart and humor, and can be many things - drama, comedy, horror, thriller, sci-fi, fantasy, emotional human relationships, critique of society. Sometimes several of those in the one episode. It can be both moving and silly at once, but it owns it’s silliness with pride.
I’m sure you’ll become emotionally invested. Each series gets better and better, so please keep watching.
I love this description! How you described it actually reminds me a lot of Supernatural (which is my all-time favorite show). So, that's very encouraging. :)
Excellent summing-up of Doctor Who! Nailed it :)
@@BritanyBinges Yes, this is an excellent description. The fact that they can travel in time AND space means they can be anywhere, anytime from one episode to the next, and you never know who from history they might encounter. The brilliant writers are able to appeal to all ages at once, providing moments of thrilling suspense, broad comedy, and high drama. And a fabulous score in each episode, as well. The show's composer is a genius.
@@daffy8995 There's a sequence in episode 2 that is just amazing and part of the reason is the score accompanying it. So, I definitely agree with you that the composer is a genius! :)
Agreed because it’s main structural focus for the stories is about time AND space it means that it can cover a variety of many different genres
What I'd say is as a family show, it has something for everyone - kid stuff, nerd stuff, romantic stuff, funny stuff, mild horror stuff - which means whatever your thing it, there will be episodes that are not your thing, but once you're invested in characters it's quite the ride…
Being invested in the characters is the most important thing for me when it comes to a show. I can look past a lot of things if I care about the characters and what happens to them. It seems that's going to be the case with this show. :)
Mild horror? It's creepier than most horror movies I'd say.
A long but very worthwhile journey. The fanbase always carries you along with lots and views and subs
Thanks, Brian! I've decided to at least do the first season/series and see how it goes. :)
@@BritanyBinges OK good subbed of course ! . Least favourite season though so we will see. But great reaction
Mickey went through an extremely traumatic experience, and people treat him like he's wrong for being freaked out about it and not trusting the man who lead them all to that trauma... the same man that forgot Mickey existed twice and confirmed right in front of Mickey that he doesn't care if Mickey lives or dies.
I'm just wondering what it would be like if this wasn't a SciFi. If The Doctor was a frontline medic and Mickey was a civilian that found himself a POW. The dialogue could be exactly the same and it would have changed nothing but your perception of Mickey's trauma and reactions to it.
men are expected to be courageous no matter what. not like that's a bad thing. i do think mickey was pretty cowardly in this episode but i don't completely blame him.
I hope you continue on with the show as its popularity grew strongly this season and even more so throughout the following seasons. Showrunner Russell T Davies (RTD) combined drama with sci-fi with such a blend that attracted non sci-fi viewers in a way that wasn't quite so with the original 1963-1989 run (which are still worth viewing mind you as new Who often refers to that era).
The Doctor saying, "Look at these ears" is giving us viewers hints that he's recently regenerated into what was then his 9th incarnation.
I'm glad that there's going to be drama mixed in b/c that is what we keep my invested. I can't continue watching something if I don't genuinely care about the characters and what happens to them. If I have that, I look past a lot of other things. :)
I've decided to at least do this first series and see how it goes.
Doctor Who began in 1963 and is a major British cultural institution. This is the modern reboot of the show and it is awesome. I am subscribing in the hope you continue. It’s a quirky British show which makes fun of itself a lot but also explores some amazing themes, storylines and genres as the Doctor and his companion(s) travel to different planets and time periods trying to help. If you watch this show be prepared to get sucked in to the characters and their arcs.
Getting invested in the characters is the #1 thing I need to care about a show and I was worried with The Doctor changing that this show wouldn't have much of that. But, it seems those worries are unfounded and I'm excited to see where it goes. Thanks to all the amazing feedback, I've decided to at least do this first series and see how it goes. :)
First off, you’ve earned a new subscriber! 😊 I absolutely LOVED your reaction. You’re so enjoyable to watch and you’re very good at paying attention to what’s actually going on, whereas a lot of reactors I see are talking a lot over the video or missing things entirely and not going back, etc. So yeah, amazing job 👏
Secondly, I am SO happy to have found not only an amazing reactor, but a reactor that is watching my absolute favorite show of all time! (I wish it was an exaggeration to say that I’ve seen every UA-cam reactor that is watching Doctor Who or has watched Doctor who 😅)
I highly encourage you to stick with it. I’d love to see your reactions to it 😊 I remember being asked by a friend of mine for YEARS to watch this show and because it was “Sci Fi” I denied her request. Needless to say when I actually watched it I was instantly hooked 😂 and then I did the same thing to my sister who hates sci fi shows even more than I did at the time since she won’t even watch time travel shows. But she loves Doctor Who now too. It’s the type of show that can make you think, make you laugh, make you cry, make you hide under your covers out of fear 😂 and make you squeal and fangirl all at the same time. It’s honestly a masterpiece and I really hope you keep watching. As much as series 1 holds a special place in my heart, it gets SO much better.
Also I recommend you don’t watch the next times, as they can get a little spoiler-y sometimes but especially during finales. Plus sometimes they can also serve to turn you off from certain episodes as I know that happened to me plenty of times when I used to watch the next times. Now I try to avoid them as best as I can 😂
And finally, if you’re watching the show anywhere that’s not HBO max, I’d be more than happy to send you episode orders etc. because there will be some specials down the line and certain streaming services are so bad with the order of episodes sometimes (prime video is one of them and back when the show was on Netflix I literally missed like two specials because they just…weren’t there 😂 so I had no idea they existed until the show was put on prime)
Side note: I apologize for this very long comment XD I’m just very passionate about Doctor Who and I loved your reaction to it 😊
First off, please don't apologize for anything. This comment has made my entire day!
@@BritanyBinges Awe thank you so much for your reply! 💕
You’re welcome 💜 and honestly I couldn’t notice at all! You’re so much better than so many of the reactors I’ve seen who don’t have ADHD and just go on their phones like you said or talk over important bits 😂 and of course I love it when reactors talk and engage with the episode, but like you said, there’s a balance and you have it down perfectly 😊 you got so many things that most reactors don’t get in the first episode XD like the “look at the ears” line and you instantly suspected he wasn’t human then or that he was in a human body 😂 seriously no reactor I’ve seen pays attention to that scene ever.
And yes! Haha I love Supernatural as well but I haven’t seen many reactors. I’m starting to now because I finally finished the show a few months ago and I wanted to rewatch it but didn’t want to put myself through it again, so reactors was a happy middle ground 😂
And yay! I’m glad you decided to do the first series! Like I said, it’ll always hold a special place in my heart and some of my favorite episodes are in the first season. Some people say it is the more “tough to watch” season because the effects aren’t great but honestly I don’t agree with that at all. I mean yeah it was made in 2005 and they barely had a budget when they started so the effects are gonna be a little cheesy 😂 but the storytelling is brilliant and so are the characters, which more than makes up for it in my opinion. As for Rose and The Doctor, their relationship is one I love as well and that’s all I’ll say to that 😂
And you’re welcome! Yeah a lot of people end up watching the next time trailers and get spoiled sometimes (I was one of those 😂) so I’m glad to have told you :)
Oh that’s perfect! Yes HBO Max has the right order and the specials are even in the season they’re supposed to be in. Whereas in Prime Video all the specials are in a “separate” show and you have to look up what specials go with what season and when to watch them. I remember always being confused on which one I needed to be watching 😂
Thank you again for the kinds words. I'm so glad that I was able to notice things others have missed (and that you noticed that). Nothing against other reactors, but I've certainly seen a few who barely seemed to be interested in what's happening and do miss key moments. It's always frustrating as a viewer who loves the show they're reacting to. I'm not saying my reactions are (or will ever be) perfect by any means, but I do want it to be an enjoyable experience for you. :)
If you're going to start watching Supernatural reactions... my two favorites are Dakarajayne and SesskaSays. I think you'll like both of them because it seems like we have similar taste in reactor styles. I'm also considering doing a Supernatural rewatch series on the channel so SPN fans can come together to watch/talk about the show we love and not have to worry about spoilers. Not sure if anyone would really watch though since it wouldn't be an actual reaction.
A lot of comments did say the first half of this series would be a bit cheesy and that it gets better in the second half. I watched episodes 2 and 3 last night and thoroughly enjoyed them. So, if it gets better from there, I think I'm going love it. :)
Just found your channel 20 minutes ago. I'm glad to see another UA-camrs reaction to Doctor Who. Can't wait to see your reaction to certain episodes and characters! 😊
Great reaction, you won’t be disappointed with this show…when a doctor changes, their personality alters but still have the same memories of what went before
That's good that they don't lose their memories. That would make it a little difficult to keep the show going. lol
@@BritanyBinges the process of regeneration started when the actor who played the first doctor in the 1960s was a grandfather figure. William Hartnell who played him was struggling with health and remembering lines so he was replaced…being an alien who is able to change physical form wasn’t thought of straight away, it took a few series to come up with the idea. Luckily, it became accepted and is what makes The Doctor special, as nothing like that happens in any other show. It’s sad to see them go, but excited to see who will be next
That is SUPER interesting and such an intelligent and creative way to handle that. It's always a really brave choice that I feel like almost no show can pull off and still keep the fans invested. Supernatural has done the same with some of it's second/third-tier characters, but if they tried to do it with any of the main ones, they've would've had a riot on their hands. Doctor Who (and Whovians) do seem to be truly unique. :)
@@BritanyBinges please keep going with the reactions as this new series started in 2005…the original began in 1963, the day jfk was assassinated in Dallas, and the bbc cancelled it in 1989 saying it’s had its day. The show never had a budget to compete with shows from the USA 🇺🇸 however a movie was made set in America with Paul McGann as the Doctor in 1996 with the hope a series would be made away from the uk 🇬🇧 but never happened. Even after the cancellation in 1989, fans have always kept the series going with audio adventures, comic strips etc…interesting fact about supernatural
@@markdavidson9100 A few people have mentioned that it premiered the day JFK was assassinated and I really appreciate knowing that b/c it makes the easter egg in this episode make sense. I guess that's the kind of amazing thing you get when you have a superfan of the original at the helm. :)
I love how you respond to almost every comment. I usually watch the new dw reactions for some spesific episodes and if i like them, stick for others. And I loved your reaction also your gorgeous character too! Seeing you engaged with us gave me joy :) Before watching this show mu personal fav show was supernatural as well and since I first watched this show (almost 7 years) i can easily say DW is a masterpiece. I'm waiting for some episodes you to react, but i wont tell them because i dont wanna spoil you
Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the reaction (and me). I also love that you love Supernatural as well. :)
The channel is on a hiatus at the moment (my most recently published video explains why), but I'm in the process of testing out some video editors to hopefully get it back and up running again by the end of the summer.
@@BritanyBinges yep i noticed! there’s no problem with that, i already watched all of your dw reaction videos and i dont mind waiting
@@boraqued Thank you!! 💙💙💙
So glad to of found you reactions and look forward to seeing them all as you journey your way through I and so many love. I get no greater pleasure and joy than seeing someone react and enjoy this for the first time.
This show is the best, watched it so many time. Many funny episodes and sad ones. Its always a good watch. First few seasons take awhile to get in.
I've seen through episode six and I'm already hooked. :)
Great reaction, interesting seeing you gripped as you said you aren't a big sci fi fan. Looking forward to catching up on some of your newer reactions and seeing if that changes or if it grips you even more
Thank you so much! This show definitely took my surprise in all the best ways. :)
I just finished recording the finale about an hour ago and I'm still not okay. lol
Great reaction. I’m so happy you enjoyed it despite not being a Syfy fan. You’ll find Dr Who is more about life, being challenged with only terrible options. It doesn’t focus on the science except for the time travel aspect, for the most part.
Doctor Who is a very unique show, in that it is changing and evolving all the time. Each season feels different from the last, characters are growing, coming and going. It's a revolving cast so more often than you think it's keeps things fresh with new faces, both the companions and The Doctor, while also building and continuing and reminiscing on a 58 year legacy.
I did realize with it being different doctors that it does change quite a bit. That's honestly one of things that made me a little hesitant to start it. I like to get REALLY invested in the characters and plot lines. But, I've decided to at least do the first season/series and see how it goes. :)
@@BritanyBinges While each Doctor is mostly unique in terms of personality, quirks, preferences, they are still fundamentally the same person every time. They help people in need no matter the odds. The Doctor doesn't regenerate as often as you might think though, so don't worry about a new face for the main character every season.
Christopher Eccleston was a special case but most other you get so much time with them, and it's always sad to see them go.
I hope you continue though. The show has such a huge fanbase, it feels like there's a lot of us Whovians but almost like there isn't enough. It's always exciting to see someone new experiencing the show, especially if they're like you where you know hardly anything, which will help with all the surprises, twists and turns, and heartbreaks that are yet to come.
@@BritanyBinges It'd be so easy to sit here and type a whole damn Wikipedia entry about the show that explains everything and answers all your questions, but that's no fun. Lol This franchise is so expansive that I hope you look beyond just the TV show in the future, vast quantities of books, comic books, audio dramas, video games.
I like that there is a lot of stuff outside the show. That always makes being part of a fandom so much more fun. :)
Thank you for these thoughtful and thorough responses. It definitely makes me feel better about The Doctor changing occasionally.
@@BritanyBinges I see what you mean about having regeneration spoiled for you. What a shame.
So glad you liked it! This is one of my favorite shows! I look forward to watching your journey into the Whoniverse!
Thank you!!! Episode two is already published on the channel and episode three will be released on Friday. Glad to have you along for the ride! :)
Personally believe the show is worth continuing. It’s got some beautiful, amazing moments. Loved this first reaction!
Thank you! I have to say, four episodes in, and I agree with you so far! :)
I love seeing reactors support each other! Love to you and Deepa!
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@@firefly24601 I have another business I've run for the past six years and I've always said the women in that industry aren't my competition, they're my colleagues. I feel the same about other reactors. If it weren't for a few of my favorite reactors, I would've never started this channel.
Always great to see someone watching this fantastic show for the first time! Doctor Who is an absolutely wild show - thanks to its universe-spanning premise, you never know what each episode will bring! Past and future, comedy and tragedy, weighty drama and camp silliness... this show has it all!
I would suggest you _don't_ watch the "next time" trailers. They often contain pretty major spoilers.
I've watched the first four episodes and I can definitely see how it's going to be a bit all over the place (in a good way). Thanks for the heads up on the "next time" trailers! I haven't watched any since episode. :)
Yay! A new WHO fan! You won’t be able to help but live the show. Each time they change doctors I get nervous because I love each one I don’t want them to change. But then he does and I love the new one too! I can’t wait to watch with you seeing it for the first time. Thanks for what you do. May your views and likes always be equal.
Please, please, please continue with this show. The magic of Doctor Who is that it's so much more versatile that other SF shows. The Doctor can literally go anywhere and anywhen, and the stories range from humor to horror, space opera and historical drama. Also, at its best, the show delivers emotional gut-punches like few other SF shows can.
Emotional gut-punches are my kryptonite when it comes to tv shows. If it can wreck me emotionally, I'm ALL IN. lol Seriously, though, that is exactly what I look for in a show. I want to be so emotionally invested in the characters and that I actually truly care about what happens to them... even if they are fictional.
I'm excited to see where this first series goes. :)
@@BritanyBinges A word of warning: always skip the "Next Episode" previews. They spoil way too much.
@@jaredmillet6796 Thanks for the heads up! I will definitely be avoiding them as much as I can. :)
I came into this series having heard about the classic Who my whole life. The last season ended the year I was born and we never got any of the classic Who on Swedish television, so I grew up hearing about it but never seeing it.
So when NuWho started, I got excited. Then 9th turn to 10th and that took me by surprise. Note that during Eccelston's entire run, he never ever talks about regeneration, or him being the 9th version of himself. I came into it blind to any mechanics of the universe, only knowing there was an alien time traveller who went around the universe in a blue police box.
And do remember that Internet back then was a very different landscape, you didn't have social media where you got incidentally exposed to this kind of knowledge.
It was certainly an experience...
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It's also cool that David Tennant (Barty Crouch Jr.) Also voiced Scrooge McDuck
3:44 The Doctor Regenerates, meaning that he can heal by changing everything, Personality, Appearance, and Fashion sense, but he is still the same person.
The idea of Regeneration dates back to 1965, when the First Doctor, William Hartnell had health issues and the BBC is torn between get a new actor or cancel it until they decide to replace Hartnell, and thus, the Concept of Regeneration is born
WAIT, WHAT?! He did? How old is he? I grew up watching Scrooge McDuck. lol
@@BritanyBinges In the DuckTales reboot (2017-2021), it's available on Disney+!
@@TrashMammal2002 Oh, okay! That makes so much more sense! HAHA! I didn't realize there was a reboot on Disney+. I'll have to check it out. :)
Having grown up with Doctor Who since the 80s it’s always good to see someone give it a try.
Three episodes in, and I'm already very glad that I decided to give it a try. :)
@@BritanyBinges that’s wicked, I can’t wait to see your reaction.
@@ListerDavid I'm hoping to have episode 2 published on Friday morning * fingers crossed *
This might be the quickest i've ever subbed! Loved your reaction, super happy to have found your channel! Hope you enjoy the show, its a wild ride. 😊
Thank you so much!!!!
Nice reaction, I hope you continue to watch the show, the second half of Series 1 is much better than the first half and the show itself gets better over time. Russell T Davies who wrote this episode is the main show runner for the first 4 series + a mini specials series following that, he writes the first and last few episodes with some in between as well as writing the main arcs and plots for the series. Also just a recommendation, but I think it's probably best if you skip the next time trailers as they sometimes have spoilers in them
Thanks for the overview about Russell's involvement. Other commenters have mentioned paying attention to the writers for the episodes b/c I'll likely develop favorites. So, it will be interesting to see if Russell is one of them (I did thoroughly enjoy this episode, so, maybe?)
Thanks for the heads up about the next time trailers. I'm definitely going to be avoiding them from now on. I want to remain as spoiler-free as possible. :)
Subbed! I love Doctor Who, and I'm always excited to watch someone else begin their journey with it! :)
Glad to have you along for the ride!! :)
Really enjoyed your reaction, I've subscribed because I hope you do continue. I know you're wary of the sci-fi content, but it's not really heavy in that. And remember, he said it travels in Time as well as Space...
Thank you! Thanks to positive feedback like yours, I've decided to at least do the first season/series and see how it goes. :)
The Mannequins were called Autons (they are a race of living plastic aliens from the original classic series) Christopher Eccleston played the 9th Doctor and only stayed for one series or season
Without giving any spoilers Doctor Who is definately a show worth continuing to watch and after your finished going through the whole of New Who maybe some of Classic Doctor Who in the future which is also worth watching knowing it's history. The mannequins are called the Autons though they were unnamed in this episode their an old villain of The Doctor's. The scene with The Doctor commenting on his ears when looking in the mirror that will make sense later on.
Oh, so it that what the part about him talking about the war and not being able to save any of them was about? Was that part of the Classic Who? If so, that would make so much more sense.
Now I'm intrigued to find out what the deal is with the ears. lol I'm assuming it means we see his true form at some point? (Don't actually answer that. lol)
@@BritanyBinges the "war" will be continued forward many series into the show. The war wasn't in classic who. I can't wait for you to do more Doctor Who reactions!
@TikTok Legend Thanks for the clarification!! :)
@britany, the War wasn't part of Classic Who so we were all learning about it in the same way you are now. Don't feel like you are missing backstory knowledge here because you don't know the history of the show. I like how the information is given out gradually about what happened, it's not a big infodump in episode one.
@Feena Grandia This is really good to know. Thank you!! :)
Every show usually takes one season to find its feet, especially for sci-fi shows. Just have to stick with it for the first few episodes. Glad you'll be watching more.
I've watched the first four episodes and, while the fourth one wasn't my favorite, I really enjoyed episodes two and three. So, if it gets better from there, I'm excited to see it. :)
Welcome aboard! One of the fascinating things about the show is how adaptable it is as a format. Science-fiction (which we can't say we're particular fans of either; mind you, there's a whole debate there about how you define sci-fi anyway...!) is simply a subset of the genres 'Doctor Who' has in its storytelling box. So whatever your particular taste, you'll find stories you like more than others. Enjoy the journey! 😀
Thank you so much! I'm so glad to see that my perception of the show was a little off and there's more to it than just sci-fi topics (which, I completely agree about sci-fi being a little difficult to define). I'm excited to see where it all goes. :)
Why am I only finding this now? Just seen that you've uploaded episode 13, so I've come back to the pilot episode to take the journey with you.
I've also recently just introduced a friend of mine to the show who has never seen it before, and we're two episodes into season 2. So much great stuff to come and he loves it instantly, as I hope you will come to do so.
Go for more! Always good to see new eyes on the show. Definitely has way more cheese this first episode, finds its footing very quickly. If you like the characters it’s definitely worth a watch even if you’re not the biggest sci-fi person! Subbing, hoping for more!
I've seen a lot people say this first episode is particularly cheesy and, while I did chuckle a little when the mannequins were "dieing", it wasn't enough to take away from everything else happening. So, that seems like a good sign. :)
I'm recording episodes 2 and 3 tonight and am hoping to have episode two published on Friday. I'm glad to have you along on this journey with me!
Please continue! I really need new reactors to doctor who content, i cant wait 😖
Thanks! I've decided to at least do the first series and see how it goes. :)
I'm hoping to get the second episode out next Friday. *fingers crossed*
I just subscribed and am coming back to watch you from the beginning. It is refreshing to see someone experience this with no prior knowledge - even from classic who.
Thank you so much for joining me on this journey!! Glad to have you here! :)
Great reaction. I especially love watching unspoiled reactors, and you're almost as unspoiled as it gets. I'll hit the subscribe button on the off chance that you choose to continue on the journey.
As a side note, while this season (or series, which is the word you were probably looking for earlier) is a solid one with some great stories, the subsequent ones only continue to grow in quality for over a decade.
Thanks!! I never actively avoided the show before starting this channel and I'm lucky I didn't go into it knowing more than I did. I've been doing my best to avoid learning anything else that might spoil anything since that not only takes the fun out of watching a reaction, but out of actually watching it. lol
Thanks to all the amazing feedback and warm welcome from the fandom, I've decided to at least do this first series (thank you for confirming that, didn't want to look it up and risk spoiling anything lol) and see how it goes. I'm hoping to have the next episode out on Friday morning. :)
@@dyiawblou1671 I'd actually started watching her a while back, but forgot to subscribe! Thanks for the reminder!
Great reaction. The show keeps getting better and better. Hope you continue!
Thanks, Edwin! I've gotten a lot positive feedback (way more than I expected), so I've decided to at least do the first season/series and see how it goes. :)
Yeah!!
"She watches too much porn!" LMAO!!! Okay, I'm gonna watch *every* single one of these.... :) THANKS!!!!
Welcome to Doctor Who! Where fun time is fun, happy time is happy, AND EMOTIONAL DAMAGE... is emotionally damaging...
Well, my favorite show of all-time is Supernatural so, BRING ON THE EMOTIONAL DAMAGE! lol
@@BritanyBinges Noice! :D
Just stumbled across your channel, great reactions. This is really fun to watch! Can't wait to see you do more DW!
Thank you so much! So glad you're enjoying them! :)
A Sci-fi LOVE affair.....that is what the Doc is. I have been watching for over 40 years. Happy, sad, serious, funny and heartbreak. This show is all of them...The reason the show has lasted almost 60 years is because it can go anywhere in time and space...visit anyone that has lived or yet to be. It can be any genre it wants to be. Pretty hard to run out of good material . Hope you decide to keep watching. You will be rewarded! I also like Harry Potter, LOTR, etc....but for me, Who will always be my everything when it come to fantasy Sci-fi. ----Great reaction btw!
That is a really good point. There are infinite possibilities with this show.
I watched the second and third episodes last night and really enjoyed them as well. I'm hoping to have episode two published on Friday. :)
@@BritanyBinges Awesome!
I love finding new reactors to doctor who! Hope you continue
The first two seasons vary wildly in their content. Some are very sci-fi and some are very grounded. Some are very cheesy some are works of art. By the end of the second season you will know if you like it for sure. And if you liked this episode I have no doubt you will love it
@@matthewbell4897 Thank you so much, Matthew! I've seen through episode five and, despite the farting aliens, I'm absolutely LOVING it so far. lol
Episode two has already been publised and episode three will be published tomorrow! :)
If you don't like scary stuff, you are SO going to enjoy "Blink"!
I used to work in that department store. Most of it was filmed in my home city of Cardiff, Wales.
That's awesome! Was it before or after it was in the show?
@@BritanyBinges I worked there (James Howell's department store) in 1976; so a long time before. :)
A very nice reaction in which I would be interested in seeing more. Take care.
Thank you very much! My reaction to episode two was published earlier today and the full reaction to episode three will be published on Patreon within the next few hours. :)
Thank you for sharing your reactions with us.
Thank YOU for watching! :)
New sub! Great reaction - I see from your replies to other comments that you have decided to watch the first series and see how it goes - I really hope you like this first series, it's such a unique show and it just keeps getting better. It does take a few episodes to fully find its feet but even the least impressive episodes have aspects that make them worthwhile and they all lay the groundwork for something special.
It took me until episode 6 to get hooked on what is now my favorite show of all time. so, I've learned to try to not give up on a show too. Considering how much I enjoyed this first episode, I don't think that's going to be a problem here. :)
Do it. You won't regret it. The show is magical, unpredictable, romantic and amazing
Sounds good to me! I'm excited to see where it goes! :)
I'm not a massive sci-fi either, but Doctor Who is one of my favourite programmes. If I may, a bit of advice for upcoming eras; if you can, watch at least one story from each of the first 7 Doctors. Not necessarily straight away, as this current era doesn't really make reference to it, but it might help give context to a few things later on.
On your reaction, I think you reacted as you were supposed to. I've not seen any of your other reactions, but it seems you're happy to be guided by the writing and the performance rather than just watching the plot, as a lot of other reactors tend to do. Please keep watching; it's a journey of a lifetime, to coin a phrase.
Another commenter said they're going to give me a list of a story from each of the first seven Doctors to consider watching once I finish this first series. While I didn't originally have any interest in watching any of the Classic Who episodes, it does seem like it might provide for some nice easter egg moments down the line with NuWho. So, I'm willing to check it out and see how it goes. :)
With regards to how I react, all I want out of a show is to genuinely care about the characters and what happens to them. So, if a show can do that, I look past a lot of things. Which I think it why I enjoyed this episode so much. I really came to care for both characters (and the bond they were already forming) in such a short period of time that any cheesy bits weren't enough to take away from the enjoyment. So, I'm looking forward to seeing where this first series goes from here.
@@BritanyBinges I think it would be extremely interesting to see you reacting to episodes of the first 7 Doctors,if only to see how British TV developed over three decades.
Plus (IF you continue to react onward into series 2) it will be of huge benefit for your Revived Series reactions
....for reasons :)
Many people have already told you this. But yes this is a continuation (not a reboot, dont get it confused, its a revival), of the show, which originally ran from 1963-1989 before being canned. So currently, with Series 1 of NewWho (as we like to call it, sometimes shortned to NuWho), we start out with The Doctors Ninth Incarnation.
I knew it wasn't a remake, but I like the word "revival". It seems like a better fit than "reboot". Thanks for the terminology for that and this new era. I can't really look anything up because I don't want to see any spoilers so, getting information like this is always appreciated. :)
I think everyone else has already said as much, but I would love to see you continue watching! I've been enjoying your WWDITS reactions, so this was a really pleasant surprise. Even if scifi's not your genre, I think the characters and themes of the show can still get you invested. Doctor Who usually puts equal or more emphasis on its drama and character arcs than its technobabble. If it ends up not being for you, it's still cool to see you giving it a shot :)
Also, totally up to you, but if you continue with the show you might want to skip those next time trailers at the end? Some of them can straight up spoil surprises or twists in the next episode before you even have the chance to see it for yourself. Again, up to you though!
Thank you so much! I'm so glad you've been enjoying the WWDITS reactions and that you were glad to see these. :)
Since you have seen the WWDITS reactions, you probably know how I need to be invested in a show to stick with it. So, the fact you said they put "equal or more emphasis on its drama and character arcs" is encouraging.
Thanks for the heads up on the "next time" trailers. I don't typically like to watch those or "previously on" recaps b/c they can give things away. Now I know to definitely skip them.
@@BritanyBinges Doctor Who is a show about a lonely alien meeting incredible people, I think your investment will grow more and more ;-)
@@archus9788 Sounds good to me!! :)
A few things.
Yes, that's the guy from Gone in Sixty Seconds. He played the bad guys Raymond Calletri.
Secondly, the Doctor regenerates on occasion, explaining hthe different faces. It must have happened recently for this Doctor, as he made the comment about his ears. Must be the first time he's looked in the mirror with the new face.
Thanks for confirming I was thinking of the right guy! It kind of threw me off at first because that's the only other thing I've seen him and he was obviously the bad guy. I was worried I wouldn't be able to get past that, but it took basically no time at all for him to win me over. :)
I was pretty sure that was who you meant, but I just wanted to clarify it in case you hade been referring to Nicholas Cage.
Doctor who is so fun to Watch it’s like an window to escape earth and her craziness💀❤️
A nice escape is always appreciated. :)
I wonder if you've come back to any episodes like this and appreciated all the call backs for the older fans who knew about stuff newer fans would only get to see in the second season (the bit about the ears is one thing)
"I liked it more than I thought it would"
It do be like that for the first couple episodes.
After watching episodes 2 and 3 last night, truer words have never been spoken. LOL
Doctor Who is one of the great classic television series of all time. The best thing about it is that it covers so many genres. It can be an historical drama one week, a futuristic sci-fi show the next week, and a comedy the week after that. If you don't like Doctor Who... wait a few episodes, and you're bound to get something completely different all over again. I will say that in Series 1, episodes 4 and 5 are probably the weakest, but the show begins to really hit its stride with episode 6 and improves quite a bit after that. They must be doing something right... next year is the 60th anniversary of the series!!!
I should also mention that one of the greatest things about Doctor Who as a series is also one of the problems that can sometimes hold it back... it has SO much history, it can be overwhelming sometimes to a new viewer. That's why Series 1 is a good season. It doesn't try to feed the vital information all at once. You get a little bit of backstory with every episode until by the end of the season, you'll know all the important basics that a fan would need to know.
I have to agree that I really like how they're giving us (me/the new viewer) the information in bits and pieces. It leaves me intrigued and wanting to come back to learn the next piece. I also like that they don't go too long without giving you that next piece like some other shows do.
Out of the first three episodes that I've watched, none have felt like a waste or a filler episode b/c each one has given me more history and more development with the characters and their bond. That's something that even my favorite show of all-time struggled with at times. There were definitely episodes that were 98% filler, but they would throw in one 2-minute scene that connected to the bigger picture. That hasn't happened yet with Doctor Who. :)
@@BritanyBinges While I’m glad to hear you say this, one thing that’s worth bearing in mind with Doctor Who is that it’s very much a show that’s about the journey more than the destination. By which I mean that it’s not an arc-heavy show (although there is a lot of character development), and it’s good to not think in terms of arc episodes and filler episodes. The “filler” stuff is the point, in a way. It’s perhaps better to think of it as an anthology show with ongoing elements and characters, where the idea is to introduce a new culture or idea every week.
Which isn’t to say that there aren’t ongoing plots, but that the show is really *about* taking you somewhere new every week and showing you the end of the world, or introducing you to Charles Dickens, or how the UK would react to a spaceship crashing in to Big Ben (you’ve said in other comments that you’ve watched through episode 4, so these shouldn’t be spoilers). That’s its no. 1 aim - to have you enjoy exploring as much as its main characters do.
@@7rollface Don't worry, there were no spoilers. (I appreciate you checking and trying to avoid giving any).
With this show being so unique in both it's premise and it's delivery, it definitely was (and truthfully still is) a little bit of a struggle for me to fully wrap my head around because my brain keeps wanting to put it into a traditional arc-heavy show format that I'm so used to. So, I really appreciate comments/persepectives like this because it definitely helps me to go into each episode with an open mind.
Luckily, it's far more important to me that I be invested in the characters (and their arc in terms of development) than in the overall plot. And, this show has definitely gotten me invested in The Doctor and Rose already. Hell, I've even been invested in side characters who've only been in one episode (hence the tears you'll see in both episodes 2 and 3 lol).
@@BritanyBinges I'm very glad to hear that. You'll definitely meet more one-off characters that you'll love. There are plenty of "companions who never were" throughout the series.
One things the writers are very good at is economically introducing you to new characters and places and getting you invested in them. It's also part of the reason why it's such a difficult show to write for - pretty much every week you have to start from scratch.
Yay. A new Doctor Who reactor. repare to feel all sorts of emotions. Laughter, pain, sadness, grief, happiness. The first few seasons has a few average episodes but once you get past that, its one of the best TV shows of all time imo. Hope you enjoy.
Also, slight spoiler but lets just say, the multiple actors that play The Doctor is not just a behind the scenes thing, its interwoven into the show. The show is also much more than just your regular everyday sci-fi show.
"Laughter, pain, sadness, grief, happiness" are all things I need from a show, so I'm ready for all of it! :)
I do know now that the Doctors "regenerate" but I don't know how, why, etc. I'm excited to discover those details as I watch.
@@BritanyBinges One more thing, i would advise not watching the next time previews. Sometimes, they spoiler major things. Its better to go into the episodes blind especially for reactions :)
@@RAP7ORv Thanks for the heads up! I will definitely be avoiding them in the future! :)
First off... as a fan of the show since before I can remember (so, let's say, 1980), watching this for the first time was HUGE - it was SCARY! The show had essentially been dead for over 10 years, and now it was being brought back and - what if I didn't like it...!? Then, Russell gave us that scene where the Doctor holds Rose's hand and talks about the spin of the Earth and just WOW! It was the first moment I knew the show was in safe hands. It was a very "Doctor moment". Beautiful.
And the other thing I'd mention was the bedroom scene with Rose's mum... it also felt very "safe" as a WHO fan, because in the original run the production team had a saying - "No hanky-panky in the TARDIS" - it was a kids show, and so there was no sex, no kissing, it was essentially asexual. This scene seemed to very much reinforce that they were going to continue that. Of course - I know you're way ahead now, so - we all know that this did not stay "true" to the original era, but - I'm over it now. :) I can live with 10 and Rose, especially the way it was ultimately resolved.
I'm glad that you kept going with the show, and love that although you're "not a sci-fi person" - the show has hooked you in! Especially love when the horror bits get you :) The thing is - you are safe with the Doctor, always remember that. :) :)
I've known people who don't enjoy sci-fi at all to still somehow fall completely in love with this show and then come out the other side a sci-fi junkie. This isn't your typical sci-fi show where it's science fiction for the sake of science fiction and not much else. It's heartfelt and sprinkled with humor, humanity, fantasy, love, loss, introspection, and philosophy. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll shout at the screen.
They say there's a doctor for everyone so I hope you stick with it through enough seasons/series to find yours!
This is one of those rare shows that's fully capable of changing your life in more ways than one. Enjoy the journey!
P.S. This has a massive worldwide fan base so your subscribers are gonna skyrocket.
Thanks, Phenex! It's good to know this is one of those gems that can hook people who prefer other genres. I especially liked that you said, "You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll shout at the screen," because that's exactly what I look for in a show. If it makes me cry, I'm in. lol
Regarding finding my Doctor, I actually really like this 9th one. I was a bit hesitant when I recognized him as the villain in Gone in 60 Seconds, but he completely won me over by the end of the episode.
I definitely believe you about the subscribers skyrocketing b/c of the large fanbase. My subscriber count basically doubled in a day because of this video. lol But, on a serious note, it does seem like a really welcoming and supportive fandom... which is always a nice thing to be part of. :)
@@BritanyBinges the villains up there game as the show progresses living plastic creatures are more like the babies of the villains theres better ones
@Rob Good to know! :)
Dr Who is the best kind of roller coaster, looking forward to your reactions!
Well, I've already laughed, jumped, screamed, cried (more than once), been annoyed (with a character), uncomfortable, and giddy with joy and excitement and I'm only four episodes in. So, I believe you that it's going to be a roller coaster. lol
@@BritanyBinges lol and it only gets better as the seasons go on, glad you are enjoying it so far!
Just found this reaction. What a joy it was💙. Subscribed.👍
So glad you enjoyed it! Glad to have you join us! :)
Yes ! This is worth the trip, this series actually is incredible, the pilot is far from being the best you're gonna watch !
In Doctor Who, sci-fi is more like an excuse to an adorable show where the most important is the relation between the Doctor and his companions and everyone he rescues, fights, meets and loses !
LOVE IT! Great description. I thoroughly enjoyed the pilot so, if it gets better from there, I'm all in. :)
Glad you enjoyed it! You said you don't typically like sci-fi and neither do I. I've never been interested in Star Wars or anything like that but Doctor Who is my absolute favourite TV show. You should stick with it, it only gets better! 😊
That's good to hear because I've never seen a single thing related to Star Wars and sometimes feel like I'm the only person on the planet who hasn't. lol This does seem like a cross-over type show that has a little something for everyone. So, I'm excited to see where it goes. :)
You will love Doctor Who, it has everything in it. Just remember, things are explained at the proper time. You have Episodes in the Past, Present and Future.
Thanks, Jamie! The pace at which the information is revealed is one of the things I love about this show. It's often enough that I don't forget bits or lose interest, but not too often/too much to where it feels overwhelming.
Dr Who is the longest running SF show .....anywhere. A simple idea, a benevolent alien travels around space & time getting into scrapes with human companions, foiling nefarious aliens, preventing invasions etc. Anywhere, anytime.....
Basically, to summarise:
1963-1989 Classic series, in the old serial format, of 30 min episodes with cliffhangers.
1996 - First reboot attempt TV movie but failed (still part of canon though).
2005 - present. 'Nu who' reboot, now in hour long format.
This show is about the celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2023:). Its a show about time travel, so it'll really mess with your head!. Its silly, cheesy, fun with great characters which is why its almost 60.
Thanks for this summary! I don't think it would've been around for this long if it wasn't fantastic. I'm excited to see where this first series goes! :)
@@BritanyBinges Stick with it, like most first seasons it takes a little to get going but subsequent seasons are really quite good. Being British, we all know about the show, characters, ideas etc. You'll learn more stuff as the show goes on like how big the Tardis might be (its a 'living' machine with its own personality), where the Doctor is from and his history. Its an emotional rollercoaster ride in some parts. You'll love it.
She's gonna love David Tennant
Oooh, I'm curious now why you would say that. (Don't tell me, I want to find out for myself. lol)
He's the Tenth Doctor, right? I think he is, but I've been avoiding looking anything up because I don't want to risk seeing any spoilers.
Long time fan of the show here, joining you on your journey. :) Hope you enjoy!
I'm so happy to have you along on this journey with me! I have a feeling it's going to be a wild ride. :)
im subbed and look forward to this journy, its all soooooooo good
Glad to have you along on this journey with me! In case you're not aware, episode 2 has already been released and episode three will be released this coming Friday. :)
This season is both weird and great. Hope you will continue.
I'm getting ready to head into my office to record episode two right now! :)
I don't get why so many reactors say the same thing, when Rose and Micky pull up outside the house in the little yellow minni Rose tells him that he's not coming in, Micky wants to go in with her but she has just told him no you aren't coming in. Rose is the Boss and Micky is doing as he is told.
he could just not listen to her? he's his own person. he chose to stay.
@@javi_fc so he chose to respect the demands of his girlfriend, and that makes him a bad person how?
@Alex-lk5pf he lets his gf go alone with a guy that could be dangerous. Alone in this guy's house. And you're asking how he's the bad guy? I'm sorry to say there's no way I'd let anyone I care about be alone in some strangers house. Either I go with them or it's not happening.
I was just watching another channel's reactions to DW and of course UA-cam said, 'Want some more?'
It's always interesting to see someone's first reaction to the show - I'm 63 and have been watching DW since I can remember, since the Second Doctor, I believe. This episode had a hard job to do, reintroducing the character for oldies, introducing him for newbies, updating the special effects, updating the very nature of the story - a companion with a boyfriend and a, um, private life would have been a huge no-no back in the day - and generally letting people know what DW was going to be.
I think they did a fantastic job. All right, they made Mickey a bit too cowardly and stupid, and I always thought killing the conspiracy theorist was a bit too far, but on the whole - a fantastic job. Use of 'fantastic deliberately chosen for this Doctor.
So I'm on board for now. 2023 is going to be a big year for DW just as 2013 was, and people will be desperate to get on the train!
Great reaction. Please keep going. It gets better and better.
Thank you so much!! I have kept going. The reaction to episode two was published this morning and the full reaction to episode three will be published to Patreon here in a few hours. Really enjoying it so far! :)
The tone can vary quite a lot from episode to episode- some are campy adventure comedies, some are scary, some are mysteries, some are tear jerkers. I will warn that the 2nd episode is “Barmy” and it almost turned me off the show back in the day, but I’m so glad I’ve stuck with it all these years - it’s now one of my all time favorite shows.
This is pretty similar to how someone else described it and I told them that the description reminds me a lot of Supernatural; which is my favorite show of all time. So, that's good. :)
Thanks for the heads up about episode 2 as well. I'll definitely keep that in mind and just push past it.
@@BritanyBinges You'll also find the fandom never agrees on anything, except that we love the show! I love the next episode and it was the one that hooked me on the show in 2005, even though it is "barmy" for sure.
Being part of the Supernatural fandom has definitely prepared me for being part of another fandom where almost no one agrees. lol
I’ve since come to appreciate episode 2, but on first viewing - back before I was a fully invested whovian - it almost made me quit watching.
@@gregweatherup9596 Yeah, understandable. It is pretty bonkers.
I think it's fair to describe Doctor Who as a mixture of cheesiness and brilliance. You have to put up with some really silly stories, but when it's good, it is good.
This reminds me a lot of Supernatural and it's my favorite show of all-time so, that's encouraging. I'm excited to see where it goes. :)
Just to clarify (I write this as an old-school Dr Who fan,watching since the 1970s!),this series is NOT a reboot.
It's a continuation. (Hence,the shop window dummies - which were a part of the earlier series.)
Basically,the BBC lost the rights to make the show,following a US financed TV movie in 1996. The rights reverted to them after 7 years,which is why it took until 2005 for it be relaunched on the BBC.....but the continuity remains the same as it always was. Hence,this Doctor is the 9th.
Ok,enough technical talk from me. Onward - and enjoy the show :D
I'm sure it'll grow on you :)
Thank you for the information, Ian! I did know know show started several decades ago, was off-air for a while (at least new episodes), and that this era is a continuation rather than a remake. I saw someone else refer to it as a "revival" and I think that might be a better word than a reboot.
Wow… I like you a lot to watch! You are extremely thoughtful and reactive to the show… this is the best sci-fi show of all time - seriously. It transcends the genre so that even if you don’t generally like sci-fi you’ll probably like it. These
first few episodes are a good introduction, but it only gets better later on, as the characters develop, the lore and history develops and… yes you will be crying at some parts. 😢😉
Thank you SO much for the kind words!! You've commented on episodes so, I know you already know you were spot-on about the crying bit. lol
2005 were just entirley different times compared to the current Internet-Fandom and whatnot atmosphere.
Oooh i am so here for this! :).
I'm glad! I'm excited to see where the rest of this first series goes! :)
I find Doctor Who is one series where you can use all the wrong terms for everything and no one will really mind. Call the TARDIS a phone booth, call the sonic screwdriver a magic wand, you're all good, the show has fun with it :)
HAHA! Well, that's good because I feel like it has it's own language and I'm definitely not fluent... yet! ;)
I _like_ hearing the sonic screwdriver called a "magic wand", because it _is_ . And certain monsters referred to as "robots", because it reminds me of seeing them for the first time. And who cares whether they're series or seasons! And why shouldn't people refer to him as "Doctor Who"; that's what it says at the start of every episode.
You're right about the show having fun with all that. There are tedious people who insist on the "one correct" way to say all these things and berate new reactors about them. I hope you're right that they won't do that here.
@@paulkennedy8701 You're my kind if people! lol I understand being protective of something you love, but there's a lot to take in with this show and it takes a minute to feel like you're even starting to get a handle one it. And, people who berate new viewers are more likely to turn them off from the show (which may very well be their goal) than to actually educate them.
@@BritanyBinges
Great reaction, by the way! I follow quite a few reactors to _Doctor Who_ and have started watching any reactions I can find to movies I know well, but I've never seen any of yours till now.
You seem to "get" the show right from the start. And you've said some very perceptive things along the way. Including what you said just then about fans who want seem to want to discourage newbies. I think some do, even if they don't realise it. There's a brilliant British comedian, called Dave Gorman, who talks about "extractor fans", fans who suck all the fun out of things by sneering at less-knowledgeable people, saying "I can't believe you don't know...", and later rejecting the thing they claimed to love because too many people have are now fans.
Anyway, I'm pleased you've discovered the show. As you've started to discover, it has many facets to it other than "science fiction". (Although it has "extractor fans" who insist that it is Science Fiction and shouldn't be doing anything else, such as comedy or relationships or social comment) it actually is more multi-faceted and more flexible than any other show. It is science fiction and fantasy and drama and action and adventure and mystery and history and comedy and tragedy and satire and farce and nonsense and romance and horror and social comment and allegory and spectacle. You can view it as all those things or as whichever ones are meaningful for you.
@@paulkennedy8701 Thank you so much for the kinds words! That's so interesting that someone has coined a term for those kinds of "fans" and I think it's definitely an accurate summary of them. I see people like that on just about a daily basis in the Supernatural fan groups I'm in. It's disappointing.
You gotta carry on. It's more fantasy and adventure than Sci-fi. If you enjoyed this ep you will love the rest of the show. :-)
That's good to know, thank you! I've decided to at least do the first season/series and see how it goes. :)
Dr Who is sci fi/gothic horror. There's a looooong story arc about his backstory. The head writer is Russell T Davies and is the biggest Dr Who superfan ever, so many of the stories in this Dr Who revival reference the original series, though it's not necessary to have watched them to enjoy the new series.
That's really interesting that Russell is a superfan. I feel like that probably makes it more fun for the other superfans who get all the easter eggs he puts in the show.
@@BritanyBinges Absolutely. It's good to know that there is a consistency going back nearly 60 years, and it's always interesting when a villain appears in the new series and now has a much more in-depth back story than they had back in the 60s/70s. THAT is why having a superfan as the head writer is such a good idea. See Cobra Kai for a similar outcome 🙂
I haven't seen Cobra Kai but, then again, I've haven't seen Karate Kid either. Three Ninjas was my go-to karate movie as a kid. lol
Welcome! I liked your reaction to this wonderful show and i hope you will Keep going! Doctor Who is a genre of his down, I think, sci-FI drama horror and funny
Thank you so much! I've recorded through episode 4 and will be doing the first series at a minimum. :)
"I hate horror"
"I'm not into scifi"
"I'm a paranormal investigator"
I'm not into jams or jellies, but I'm an expert in fruit preserves.
Real paranormal investigating isn't scary. It's actually pretty boring. Most of the time is just spent sitting in the dark talking to yourself.
Yes, it's science-fiction, but it's also a proper drama.
The tears I've shed in both episodes two and three have taught me that it's a drama. lol
You will enjoy it if you give it the chance. I grew up in the Uk when the reputation of Doctor Who was seriously degraded and like you Sci-Fi was not really my thing at all, but out of pure boredom I gave it a chance and fell in love. Of the few Sci-Fi I did watch Doctor Who stood out like it did not care what Sci-Fi was supposed to be...In fact Doctor Who is more like murder mystery show, or Scooby Doo lol - The Sci-Fi often feels like window dressing...but mostly it doesn;t take it's-self seriously, esxcept for those charecters, Doctor Who will make scream with joy and cry your eyes out.
I love that you say it's "like it did not care what Sci-Fi was supposed to be". I'm only four episodes in and I can see already that it has a lot of heart. I've already screamed with joy and I cried while watching the second and third episodes, so I'd say it's off to a good start. LOL
@@BritanyBinges Looking forward to seeing them :D
Oh, you definitely have to keep going. The premise of the show is that it can go anywhere and do anything, which means that it can literally be a different genre from one week to the next. There’s so much breadth to it, and you will definitely get into the stories and the characters, too.
And don’t worry about it being too sci-fi for you. It’s deliberately written to appeal to people who aren’t usually in to sci-fi and almost all stories are Earth-centric or at the very least human-centric.
I would, at the very least, watch all of the first series (including the first Christmas special). Because nobody had made this kind of TV in the UK for decades it took them a while to work out exactly how to make it, and what kind of tone it should have. I mean, it’s always silly, and it’s always serious, and it’s always cheesy, and it’s always sincere, but you can tell for the first 5-6 episodes that they’re still finding their feet. Watch up to and including the first Christmas special, and I think you’ll find it hard not to continue.
I know this is such a fannish thing to say, but it really is the best TV show ever made. It can go anywhere and do anything and *be* anything. It’s because of this that the showrunner after the one in charge during the episodes you’re currently watching said “I sometimes wonder why the rest of TV even bothers to show up”. Because anything any other programme can do, Doctor Who can do. It takes something that other shows do, and then shapes it into a Doctor Who episode. There really is more to it than you can imagine from just seeing the pilot. There’s more to it than you can imagine from watching the first 4 series. Or the first 9. It’s big, and it’s impactful, and it will make you laugh, and it will make you cry. Guaranteed.
I'm glad to hear that almost all the stories are Earth or human-centric. But, episode 2 definitely wasn't (except for the premise of the episode being that everyone gets together to watch earth die lol), and I was still very much into it. Enough that it made me cry... more than once. lol
I've committed to watching at least the first series (including the Christmas special), but I'm already pretty invested in these characters so I have a feeling I'll want to keep going.
I'm excited to see all the different adventures the show is going to take me on. :)
@@BritanyBinges That's awesome to hear. The first series is great, but it honestly gets better, too.
Looking forward to it!! :)
I love this show! All time favorite tv show. Just found your channel and I can’t wait to see your future reactions! I hope finding an editor works out for you and you’re able to find time for recovery and balance 💜 Welcome to the world of Doctor Who 🟦+❤️❤️
Thank you so much! I've got it narrowed down to one editor now. He was very receptive to my feedback on his trial video, and seemed to understand the reasoning behind the feedback. He's editing the next video next week so *fingers crossed* :)
@@BritanyBinges that’s great!!
Wow ok really enjoyed the reaction, I watch them a lot but to see such a fresh start is always good and heart warming
I very much hope that you will continue and trust me it’s going to get even better
Thank you so much!! I'm so glad you enjoyed it! I recorded episode 4 last night and, while it wasn't my favorite (I did still like it), I thoroughly enjoyed episodes 2 and 3. They both made me cry and that's what I look for in a show. Lol
The full reaction to episode 2 is on my Patreon now and I'm hoping to have the UA-cam version published tomorrow (Friday). * fingers crossed *
@@BritanyBinges Generally episodes 4 and 5 are seen as the weakest two episodes of Season 1 by most fans (not all - as with everything Doctor Who, the fandom are split on stuff :D )
@@MarkWardReacts Yeah, I can see why the farting alien two-parter is considered the weakest part of the season. lol
I haven't watched five yet (hoping to do so tonight), but four has been my least favorite episode so far. They can't all be perfect. :)
Give this show a chance !! You will laugh,cry and be scared all at the same time the writing finds its stride as the series develops and the characters are so investable ....its a journey worth taking ...p.s ive subscribed so u better !! 😂👍
HAHA! Well, fortunately, I am giving it a shot. I recorded episode four yesterday. The full reaction for episode 2 is already on Patreon and I'm hoping to have the shortened version on UA-cam on Friday. By the way, it's already made me laugh, cry, and scared so, I think I'm in for quite a ride. lol
always looking for good new doctor who reactors, hope you continue to watch :)
Thank you! I've committed to watching at the least first series but, only I'm only four episodes in and I already love The Doctor and Rose, so I have a feeling I'll be in it for the long haul. :)
Episode two is edited and on already on Patreon. If UA-cam cooperates, it will be live on here in about six hours. :)