Going back to "The End of the World," very few reactors notice that when Rose calls Jackie on the phone, Rose's call reaches Jackie shortly before the events of the episode " Rose. " Jackie thinks Rose is calling from work and tells Rose to put some money into the lottery pool. Little timey-wimey things to notice on rewatches.
In the full reaction, I actually make a comment about that. I couldn't remember exactly what I said so I just went back and checked. I laughed a little and said, "The lottery... yeah, that didn't happen." But, it would honestly be giving me far too much credit to say that I fully understood in the moment about the call being prior to "Rose".
a lot of reactors seem to forget abt the scene where the doctor covers for mickey. he pretends to be a jerk in front of rose so that mickey doesn’t have to feel embarrassed about being too scared to go with them.
I definitely didn't forget. It's one of my favorite moments in episode five and made me like both of them even more. I'll be talking about it my mid-series video. :)
In my opinion, this two-parter is one of the most underrated stories of Doctor Who. If you gloss over the farting (which, to their credit, is even scientifically explained, silliness aside) and the cringy effects, there are a lot of good elements worked into this story. The disappearance of Rose and the effect on Jackie and Mickey, the motivation of the Slitheen and the execution of their plan, including the "mermaid" and the murder and infiltration of the government, Rose being thrown back into her regular life after travelling through time, earth reacting to "first contact" with aliens, the Doctor identifying the aliens by information thrown at him and the trolley problem at the end of part 2, I really liked all that. Also, Harriet Jones is one of my favorite side characters, and I enjoyed her little side quest. It's a real pity that most people remember this only as "the one with the farting aliens".
I honestly was super surprised by how much I enjoyed episode five (and the story as a whole). But, the same was also true for episode 2. I think it has to do with the fact that even in the "silly" episodes, there are still some pretty complex themes and emotional scenes/moments. The writers have absolutely mastered the art of weaving those things together.
Also, I forgot I wanted to say that I loved that pointed out the trolly problem in this episode. That didn't click for me as I was watching it but it absolutely is and it's a brilliant example of what makes that particular ethical dilemma so difficult.
Subtlety is a great strength of the early seasons, because they manage to handle a lot of interesting themes in the different episodes without someone stopping mid-plot to explain everything to the audience. When someone complains about too much politics in their family entertainment, I always point to this phase, since they do touch a lot of social and political topics but still refrain from on-the-nose exposition dumps.
@@fiddler-on-the-green Exactly! Nothing feels forced or halts the pace/flow of the episode. It's just built into the story and feels completely natural.
I don’t know if anyones answered your question but for Rose it’s only been a few days; but the TARDIS is obviously a time machine and landed back on earth 12 months later instead of 12 hours. The Doctor can navigate the TARDIS pretty well but sometimes it doesn’t fully cooperate 🤷♂️
I haven't watched all of Doctor who (Currently in series 3) but I know that the TARDIS is supposed to have multiple pilots so I assume that the TARDIS isn't always accurate because the Doctor is the only one piloting. Controlling something that's supposed to be manned by multiple people alone should be very difficult especially something as complicated as a time machine.
@@Mr2BY I think the six pilot idea first appeared in spinoff media - perhaps it was a novel? - presumably to explain why the console is six-sided. If so, the author forgot that not all TARDISes have had a hexagonal console! On TV, however, every Time Lord I can remember piloted their TARDISes on their own. The reason the Doctor's TARDIS is so erratic is because it's intermittently faulty; other (solo-piloted) TARDISes don't have that problem.
"Massive Weapons of Destruction" You might not get the satire: Weapons of Mass Destruction WMDs being found was the justification for the Iraq War. "They did LAST TIME!"
That's one of the drawbacks of watching this so long after it originally aired. Being so far removed from the time, I forget what the state of things were at the time. Now that you've pointed it out, it makes complete sense.
in my opinion, the doctor intended to return Rose after 12 hours or so, however because either the Tardis or the Doctor is a bit rubbish he missed the correct time period
This two-parter is indeed considered to a be weaker episodes, but this could be explained by the fact these were the first episodes to be shot, along with 'Rose'. All three were directed by Keith Boak, and it's thought - by me if no one else - that Boak's attitude to junior crew members caused a rift on set; it's definitely the case that he never worked on Who again. The story itself is very much a political allegory; the fighting in the Middle East being a hot topic when the story was written: massive weapons of destruction = weapons of mass destruction and all that. I'll also defend the farting - yes, it's childish but also apt; politicians as windbags. Maybe it's a British thing, but bodily functions, including farting, have long been a comedy staple in the UK, and Aliens of London/World War Three is very much a comedic couple of episodes. Finally, anything with Penelope Wilton in is elevated by her mere presence, frankly.
Hmm, that's really interesting that the same director did these three (looking back, the style of these three do seem similar) and that he never directed any others. :-/ Oh, farting is DEFINITELY a comedic staple here in the states as well, but it generally is geared more towards kids and I don't think I thought it was funny even as a kid. lol I'm much more a fan or clever or sarcastic comedy, but everyone has their own preference. The political allegory aspect makes SO MUCH sense now. With watching this so long after it originally aired, and being so far removed from that time now, I didn't connect the dots about the state of things at the time the episode was created. Thanks for providing the perspective! 💙
@@Will-nn6ux Mm. That and the wheelie bin 'burp' in 'Rose'. When I saw that I thought WTF? That's enough of that! That and these episodes nearly drove me off the continuation series for good.
I didn't mind the farting aliens. The explanation of their body chemistry being calcium based and the gas exchange to compress them into the "suits," actually made sense. And the vinegar. Think of the old vinegar and egg science experiment. Where you submerge an egg in vinegar and it dissolves the shell.
I did REALLY like that there was an actual reason/explanation for the farting and it wasn't just there for no other reason than to be funny. We actually never did the vinegar and egg experiment (but I want to now! lol).
Thank you once again for your reactions to Doctor Who, not every one picks up on the second appearance of "Bad Wolf" very observant. In terms of navigation the Tardis can sometimes be a bit unreliable.
Nice reaction, and recovery, after losing so much of the first video. Mickey really steps up in this episode, even the Doctor noticed. It's almost like the Doctor helps bring the best out of people, you know, make people better. Certainly has worked on Mickey. Didn't need to with Rose though, her toughness was already there. Well now she packed her bags and has the keys to the car. It's time travel time, let's go! Take care.
Thank you! I definitely have some thoughts on Mickey that I'll be sharing in the mid-series video. :) What I love about you mentioning the Doctor bringing out the best in people is that Rose seems to check the Doctor and bring out the best in him. (This is especially apparent at the end of episode 6). This is another thing I'll be talking about in my mid-series.
Yeah, once you get past the fart monsters, everything else is fantastic in this series. If you can't already tell, the Tardis is a bit knackered. I won't say anything more, but there is a reason for it.
Welcome to the world of Doctor Who. I started watching it in the early 1970's, when I was a small boy, here in the UK. It was great when it returned in 2005, after the classic series was cancelled at the end of 1989. Though it did return briefly in 1996 for a TV movie. Hope you keep watching and enjoying. All the very best, Trev from East London, UK.👏👍.
Oh man, episode 6 is soon! I'm so excited to see your reaction to it! And we're quickly approaching episode 8, cannot wait for you to see it. If it wasn't for an episode that's later in the season, it would have been easiest favourite of season one 😊 and I know for a FACT I'm gonna love your reaction to it haha
I'm honestly a little worried people aren't going to like the reaction to episode 6 because it was a pretty intense episode that had me pretty captivated and I feel like I didn't react much. I was too busy feeling ALL the feelings. lol
@@BritanyBinges Ahah, that's very understandable xD I don't think it would be a problem though, it's always great to see when people are actually really into what they're watching. Sometimes a silence can be more telling than a thousand words!
Can't remember where I heard this (think it might have been another fan), but I was told that episode 4 was the first one they shot. I don't know how true that is, but it would explain why the vibe is so different. It almost feels like they are struggling to find their identity in these two episodes. Episode 4 is usually the point where most reactors start talking about not watching anymore. Episode 5 is where they are almost sure they are going to stop. Hence, my comment on Episode 1 to wait until episode 6. Can't wait for your reaction to that one. Your reactions to moments and people in this show seem to be similar to mine. Super excited for the rest of the season.
Ahh, yeah if it was filmed first (or at least one of the first) that would make total sense about why it felt a little different. I guess I can see why some reactors might consider throwing in the towel at this point, but there's been way more than enough for me to become emotionally invested already (clearly, by the fact that I've cried in three of the first five episodes. lol).
@@BritanyBinges They had a *lot* of problems during this first production block. They fell way behind schedule, and a huge amount of reshoots and pick-ups then had to be done while they were shooting the other episodes. Must've been a nightmare for everyone involved. It will probably be years before we really find out what happened; but as another commenter remarked, this director never worked on Who again...
What a great reaction to a splendeed series. When the aliens stops farting in every scene, when the emotions kicks in between Jackie and Rose and when Harriet Jones comes to terms with her role as a representative for all the elected people - then this twoparter gets really good.
YES! That scene in episode four where her mom is pleading with her to tell her what happened and all Rose can do it cry. UGH! That's a rough one and I can completely understand where they're both coming from. The part where I cried in episode 5 is one of my favorite scenes/moments so far and I really wasn't expecting that after watching episode four.
As much as these episodes are pegged as the worst of the first series I do have a fondness for them. I'm glad to see you react positively to them and I can't wait for the next episode! I really hope nothing has been spoilt for you 👀
Thanks! Four was on the weaker side for me, but I thoroughly enjoyed five so, if these are the worst it gets, I'm thrilled. lol I've already recorded the reaction for six (I have to record them a little in advance since Patreon gets the full reaction a week early) and nothing was spoiled. :)
These reactions are great! Most reactors simply sit and watch, but I love the commentary you bring with the video. Can't wait to continue this journey with you.
You are coming up on one of the best episodes of this series...Thank you for sharing your experience of a first viewing; helps remind me how much I loved this series first time around :) Hope your technical issues resolve soon, and wish you all the best on the journey ahead.
About the Doctor's name, I would recommend that you see the documentary that the BBC made called "An Adventure in Space and Time". But it would be better to see this after the Matt Smith era.
this show is multigenerational my dad remembers watching the first episode back in 1963 and i started watching it when i was 1 year old so the show has been there all my life i actually met some of the actors from the classic series and i bet you will love episode 6
I love that it's been such a big part of your life and that (presumably) your dad introduced you to it so it's now a bonding thing between you two (I'm guessing). I did love episode 6. It was a lot to process so I didn't say much at the end of the video, but that's part of why I'm doing the mid-series thoughts video a little early (it's being released at the same time as episode 6 this Friday). I've had a chance to process it now and have lots of things to say. lol
@@BritanyBingesi dont know how i discovered the show it was just sort of there i just remembered i saw the set of the tardis about 11 years ago i thought that was fun
The worst part about your reactions is that I watch immediately after they’re posted and then realize I have a whole week to wait until the next one 🤣😂. The contents too good. We should all take shots every time you cry that could be the new party game of this channel
HAHA! Thank you! Well, hopefully I can get to the point where I'm releasing more than one per week. It will likely be a while, but that's the goal. And please DO NOT take shots every time I cry. No one human being can handle that much liquor and I don't need to be responsible for people being hospitalized for alcohol poisoning. 😂
While a lot of people don’t hold these in high regard, they’re two of some of my favourites! The intense human/family aspect of it and exploring those that were left behind just hits different.
Not being all that familiar with London since I was only there for like two days during my visit, I guess that makes sense. It's an easy way to give a sense of place to those who aren't so familiar with it.
@@markdavidson9100 That's true. Same with Rio and Christ the Redeemer, and Rome and the colosseum. Although, I feel like Paris/Eiffel Tower might be the most common.
@@BritanyBinges I remember going to France 🇫🇷 at school when I was 9 and walking up the steps to the first floor of the tower on a trip to Paris. It terrified me as I could see everything under me and thought I’d slip through the cracks.
The Slytheen (farting Aliens) are also featured in the Sarah Jane Adventures a spin off show staring a past classic companion it is aimed more at a younger audience
I am reacting to The Sarah Jane Adventures as well on Patreon. It's not a regular schedule like Classic Who, NuWho, and Torchwood, but I have released the first series.
I think this is a really solid 2 parter, with great character growth with Rose, Mickey and Jackie, it's really interesting, the problem is the aliens, they're bad ^^ but the farting disguised slitheen thing is not really kid stuff, but a caricature of politicians on their thrones and their goal was a joke criticizing some of Tony Blair's statements back then ^.~
Thanks for sharing that perspective! Not having been there to experience it for myself, I obviously wouldn't know that. So, I appreciate you sharing this information. :)
@@BritanyBinges You're welcome, but honestly I've discovered DW over a decade agp and I learnt that not too long ago, I just did some digging to see if it was true, I'm not even British ^^
Yep your take on this two parter is pretty much the same as most others have, not bad, just more aimed at the kids/family type. It still had some great moments in them hence it gets you/us emotional still. I remember when this new Who started, my family was watching it and i thought, nah, it's not for me, looks silly meh.. by the end of the season i was hooked, by the end of season 2 it was my favourite TV show ha :).
So far, out of the six episodes I've seen, I think my favorite moment/ scene was from this episode (the part between Rose and the Doctor that made me cry). So, while I can't say these episodes were my favorite by any means, I'm learning that one great thing about this show is that you can't write any one episode off because there's likely to be at least one fantastic scene.
Do whatever you see fit, its your channel. I am sure viewers will not mind!! I won't!! Great reaction, looking forward to more!! Btw do not succumb to "spoilers"! You will know what means as time moves on 😉
The Doctors age has always been a big issue as the last time he mention his age in Classic Who it was 953 and that was with the 7th Doctor, so he’s either lying about his age or he generally can’t remember. Part 2 is the stronger episode. The series recap is a good idea as it’s giving you time to think more deeply about it. I saw someone else say watch a Classic story at the end of this series and I think that would be a good thing. Maybe got right back to where it all began with the very first Story “An Unearthly Child”. 😁
Personally, I 'd rather someone change it up and *not* react to "An Unearthly Child." Do 1970's " Spearhead from Space" instead, which was a soft reboot of the format, as their first Classic reaction, and *then* go back to 1963 and do "An Unearthly Child."
Technically, my putative soft reboot occurred in the final two episodes of the previous story with the introduction of the T*** L***s into the program's lore. Spearhead sets up a new status quo for the Doctor, is in color, is set up to reintroduce the series to new viewers, and, just for once, I'd like to see a new reactor react to this story soon after coming to the 2005 series with "Rose" rather than faffing about with the Tribe of Gum's quest to remember the secret of f***. And while good, I don't want to hit a new fan with "Genesis of the Spoilers" or " Tomb of the Other Spoilers" right off the bat.
Well, it's a good thing that I didn't do that, then. Nor would I, since I consider the 2005-present incarnation a continuation of the 1963-89 incarnation. My arguable use of the term, albeit in modified form, referred to a certain very long 1969 story that arguably changed the nature of the character as initially conceived and shaped by Newman, Lambert, and Whittaker during the program's initial seasons. But that's a lengthy discussion perhaps not best suited to a UA-cam comment thread on a modern reaction video.
Yes, well. The dear old TARDIS will behave - to some people's eyes - somewhat erratically. She knows what she's doing! Coaxing and persuading, sometimes imploring her to be reasonable . . erm . . can sometimes work, but she's basically a Laplace's 'little' demon and knows her way around space-time and what's needed when and where. Most of the time there's little point wasting energy arguing with her.
Interesting take on the TARDIS. I've been very curious about it (although, I guess I should start referring to it as "she" now? lol) since the first episode.
@@BritanyBinges I'm old school since I was watching it in 1964. The Doctor has been calling her old girl since the Classic series. The first three stories with William Hartnell back in late '63 to early '64 were a really good set up for the series as a whole and, at some stage, maybe you could check them out, once you have the first set in the can.
@@josefschiltz2192 I had planned on doing a few stories from each series or doctor, but I've been debating lately on not doing that and instead giving it a real shot once I wrap up NuWho (or at leat get further into it). I honestly think I would have a really difficult time getting into because I do struggle with older shows. But, I won't know until I try so and I don't want to spoil anything by watching select stories only to then find out I do want to do the entire thing. So, all that to say, I will watch some and possibly all. lol
@@BritanyBinges Just thought - nine months later! - the phrase - coined by the Surrealists - "The Juxtaposition of Distant Realities" is a nice thinking tool regarding Doctor Who. Many don't realize how much the series actually goes by the eight Surrealist principles since it's very beginning. There is a talk by George Kalamaras on UA-cam, a Surrealist poet, George Kalamaras is an American poet and educator. He is Professor of English at Purdue University Fort Wayne, Indiana, where he has taught since 1990 and was Indiana's poet laureate between 2014 and 2016. He goes into the eight guiding principles early in his talk. He's an entertaining fellow and his talk is well worth a visit to see what you think.
HAHA! I had someone on Patreon say that as well about the Doctor's age. If the show itself doesn't even agree on what his age is, how am I ever going to figure it out? 😂 I'll just let it be what it is. lol I'll be sharing more thoughts on Mickey in the mid-series video. ;)
me realising im enjoying your reactions the most out of everyone ive seen watching the episodes. and then realising that you did these like 6/7 months ago and ive got a fair bit to catch up on even though ive seen all the episodes so could skip ahead if i wanted to but i probably wont
Yeeeeahh, it's an old TARDIS and only one person operating the whole ship, plus she's got a bit of a mind of her own, so sometimes they don't land where he intends. He set the coords for 12 hours, but ended up 12 months later instead. Things rarely go smoothly for the Doctor.
Glad you were able to get there in the end! I prefer the first part to the second, because I feel it at least shows some potential, whereas the second part mostly squanders it. But as others have said, these two were part of the initial production block; and by making mistakes, they learnt a lot about what to do better in the future. The fan community were going nuts back in 2005, trying to work out what "Bad Wolf" might mean! Lol
I bet they were going nuts! lol It's interesting that you preferred the first part over the second. That's what I love about shows like this that have such diverse fans. It keeps the discussion interesting, that's for sure. :)
@@BritanyBinges I was heavily into spoilers, leaks, and rumours back then, but I don't think I heard a single theory that got it right! 😁 I'd say that fan opinion is pretty consistent for most of Series 1, with only a few slight differences: some people prefer Episode 2 to Episode 3, and some think the opposite, for example. Over time you'll hear much more variety in the comments, though. A lot of that is inherent in the show, of course, because you never really know what sort of story you're going to get each time. Plus there are other factors... 😉
If you have to have technical issues then that was a okay one to loose to ‘working out the kinks’, so to speak 💁. I know that you’re trying to build up a few in advance, but I’m not sure how much in advance, so I’ll mention it here: After the series 1 finale there are 2 things which come before the first episode of series 2: A) A minisode- “Born Again”, the first of the ‘Doctor Who: Children in Need’ specials released as part of a charity telethon. Might not be reaction worthy, but it’s watch worthy. B) The 2005 Christmas Special titled “The Christmas Invasion”. Nu-Who always has a Christmas and/or New Years special. The first several years they form a bridge between seasons/series then later they start falling in all different spots. I think the cried/didn’t cry could be a good running joke for your channel!
Thank you for this! I did know there were holiday specials between the seasons, but I wasn't quite sure if there was one for this first series (and I'm trying not to look at the episode list any more than I absolutely have to). I didn't know about the minisode, though. It might be a fun bonus to do for Patreon since it's not a regular episode. And, yes, I fully plan on leaning into my crying as a joke. I mean, it's not like the crying is going to stop. So, I might as well just run with it. 😂
I am enjoying these reactions! This two parter for me was one where I liked the story but not the alien (or at leat in Aliens Of London, the Slitheen were much better in World War Three). I am really excited to see your reaction to episode 6 as it is one of the best in the season. To answer some of the questions: - The Doctor won't always get his position right, so he did just accidentally go to a different time period - I'm not sure the best way to do your reviews are, I don't mind the initial reviews but I also wouldn't mind a halfway review and a end of season review too
I'm so glad you're enjoying the reactions! 💙 I think I agree with your take of liking the story but not the alien. There were a lot of really good things about the story, but the Slitheens themselves are more a distraction at times (in terms of their appearance and traits anyway). Thank you for answering those questions!!! :)
I love your reaction videos to Doctor Who SO much! I don't want to sound creepy but, honestly, your reactions to the episodes are almost identical to the reactions I had the first time I watched them. I'm really looking forward to the next one. (I'm a little behind on your videos right now. I'm a bit of UA-cam addict and I have a LOT to watch.)
Screwdriver is a bit of a misnomer. Hundreds of years ago it just did screws but he’s a tinkerer so features were added. It’s no more a screwdriver than this device the UA-cam app is running on is a phone.
Without Mickey they would have all been dead. The Doctor now knows he is intelligent and reliable he is. In Classic Who it was THE Doctor. In New Who it's A Doctor. One of many changes they did. Very Good Reactions to what I thought was a good Episode. I would never do a Live Stream when doing a Reaction. Simply because you would spend so much time looking at the things People say you would not see the Full Episode.
Yeah, Mickey really made some great strides in these two episodes. I'll definitely be talking about him in my mid-series thoughts video. :) Just to clarify about the livestream, I wouldn't do it while I was watching an episode (for the reason you stated). It'll be a bonus thing that will happen after I release the final episode of the first series and before I release the first episode of the second series.
Not sure if this comment is sarcastic or not. lol But, I already knew he was the 9th doctor. So, when I heard 900 years, I wondered if that meant each doctor lived for 100 years. Being in the 8th series now, I know that's obviously not the case.
He's called the doctor because when the show started, back in 1963, one of his companions thought he was one and so mistakenly called him one, as he didn't give his name. The reason why he is still called the doctor is because the producers of the show seemed to have forgotten this, and have retconned this multiple times.
Ahh, okay. It seems like they've done that with quite a few things and I can certainly see how fans of Classic Who would be frustrated with the revival.
Next time... Dalek. My second favourite episode of Season 1! This reaction came up 2 hours before a date so this afternoon is improving for me! Can't wait for the rest of Season 1! At the Season 1 Finale, I'll post the Series 3 order with the spin off.
If you had to lose content to a technical issue, these were the eps to do it to. Not just the weakest of series one, but to my mind among the weakest of all new who. Happily things are about to get quite a bit better. As near as I can tell all reactors of all experience levels run into glitches from time to time & I wouldn't stress too much about it. Although I'm not fond of this two-parter, I'll admit it at least introduces some important world and story building elements, especially for newer fans: - UNIT and a bit of the Doctor's history with them - Harriet Jones - Some more character development for Rose's Mom - Some significant character development for Mickey (who, imo, experiences the most low-key character growth of any character in the Davies era.)
Thank you so much! When it comes to tech, issues are pretty much a guarantee. But, it's still frustrating every single time. :-/ I'll admit, I didn't fully catch on or understand the significance of the UNIT bit. I did catch the "they wouldn't recognize me" line, but it just seemed like a passing thing and I just assumed it was because he had regenerated since the time he had interacted with the government. So, the comments about UNIT have been helpful. I feel like I still need more from Jackie's character, but I'm sure we'll get there. Mickey, on the other hand, will be getting his own segment in my mid-series video. lol
Don't be too harsh on Mickey the idiot. He's losing the love of his life to another man who he can't possibly compete with. He does start out as a fairly pathetic character but does also get the opportunity to grow. These episodes are generally seen as the weakest of the season, and it's usually the case the 1st part of 2-parters is the weaker of the two, with so many loose ends being tied up in the 2nd. Also, the BBC is notorious for copyright claims, especially with Doctor Who. If only there was someone rich enough to challenge them in court as they are quite draconian over fair use. Everyone has to deal with these issues I'm afraid.
They didn't really give me much reason to like to Mickey in the first episode, but he's definitely already made some strides. I'll be talking about him in my mid-series video. :) So, far I've only had to dispute one copyright claim with the BBC (and they still have a few more weeks to respond). The real issue (at least so far) is with UA-cam's Content ID system that issues automatic blocks even when the content meets Fair Use guidelines. It's a terrible system, but it is what it is. 🤷♀️
I’ll say this about this two parter and it’s what I’ve always stood on. The Slitheen are a great bit of practical costume design I mean excellent makeup with real alien suits. And the plot involving aliens using our own nuclear weapons to trigger a war by infiltrating government is a brilliant idea on paper, and the Doctor has some great moments (as always, even in some of the worst episodes of this show you’ll find the Doctor can have some fantastic lines or monologues etc.) it’s just a shame the villains had to fart all the time. Even if the Doctor tries to justify it with a biological reason, it doesn’t make it any better. Haha
Oh boy next week is going to be special I can’t wait and as per usual a very good reaction I enjoyed it ever so much I gotta say Mickey is a mixed bag for me sometimes I like him and sometimes I don’t but the chemistry between 9 and rose is just delicious
Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed it! :) Yeah, Mickey's an interesting one. I really didn't think we'd see him again after the first episode and I certainly wasn't expecting to feel sorry for him at any point. lol
Are you going to watch classic who after you've watched all 13 series of Doctor Who. You'll find it a cool watch. Also after these episodes, the show becomes more enjoyable, less laughs more crying and scary and chilling scenes. ( i would get tissues for episode 8, just warning you)
Well, I'm not a fan of scary, but I do like crying (as odd as that sounds) and chilling so I'm excited. And, don't worry, the tissues aren't leaving my desk. 😂 I'm unsure about Classic Who at the moment. I honestly feel like I would have a really hard time getting into it because I really don't like old or cheesy shows (generally speaking), but I feel like I need to at least give it a shot. But, I'm also torn because a lot of people have certain episodes from Classic Who they want me to react to and I don't want to spoil anything if I do find out I can get into enough to react to all of the episodes. At this point, there's still a long way to go with NuWho, so I'm making that future Britany's thing to figure out. lol
Also, I love how this story is a clear and obvious critique of the Blair/Bush invasion of Iraq. “Weapons of mass destruction” that don’t exactly exist.
Great reactions, but I think you might have to bulk buy in tissues! I wasn’t keen on the design of the Slitheen - I think they blew the budget on crashing the space ship into Big Ben!
Yes, for all others it was 1 year. Can (and will) happen more often. The TARDIS has a bit of mind of its own. It takes the doctor not where he wants to be, but where he needs to be. Wait until season 6, episode 4, “The doctors wife“, its a bit about the TARDIS.
@@BritanyBinges a little bit of info about the TARDIS is given at the end of this series, so I won't tell you more now. Currently you just need to know that it has a kind of consciousness, can travel nearly everywhere in time and space, is a dimensional folding (the bigger on the inside), can automatically translate every language and its chameleon circuit is stuck so that it appears as a telephone box (and this since start of Dr Who in 1963, so the doctor liked it and did not repair it). Oh, and it has a special alarm, the cloister bell. If you hear it, something really bad (time wise) is about to happen. Also, most don't know how big it actually is on the inside. There is an episode "Journey to the center of the TARDIS" but thats even later (end of series 7) where you get an impression. Also, you raised a very good question, whats the doctors actual real name? This will be the topic of quite some episodes and there are very good reasons nobody knows.
Yeah, I feel like they could've maybe squeezed into just one episode. If I were to do a rewatch in the future, I'm almost certain I just skip right over episode four. Not five, though. It has one of my favorite moments/scenes that I've seen so far. :)
I just started to watch your doctor who reactions. Im a huge fan of the show. I heard you mention supernatural a few times, do you have any supernatural reactions too?
While I would give just about anything to be able to watch Supernatural again for this first time, I had already seen it all before starting this channel. In fact, it's because of Supernatural that I discovered reaction videos in the first place. lol I did do a rewatch of the first season over on Patreon (available on the All TV show or The Whole Shebang tiers), and I am open to do more seasons eventually if there is interest, but I'm not expect much since it is a rewatch and not a reaction.
@@BritanyBinges im exactly the same 😂 I would do anything to be able to watch my favorite shows for the first time again, that is why I love reaction videos. I get to relive all the best moments for the first time through someone elses eyes 😁 I checked out your patreon but im not sure i know how to do that watch along thing and i only have one device to watch on so i decided to just wait for the reactions here on youtube instead
Personally I didn't think Episode 4 was the weakest persay I think that's just down to taste I thought it was a very Doctor Who-y episode. The farting aliens were abit much but it was necessary for the plot because the slitheen struggle to get into the human costumes they have to squeeze in tight to get into them 17 years on and I still can't pronounce their home planet name. This is the first appearance of UNIT since Classic Who the Doctor has worked for them as scientific advisor previously in his third incarnation when he was exiled to earth which is what Mickey meant when he was looking up on The Doctor's history that he use to work for them and the Doctor says "They wouldn't recognise me I changed alot since the old days". Regarding The Doctor's age Time Lords can live for a thousand years but The Doctor's age is never consistent. Doctor Who is basically a kids show but it's also for all ages really too it's a family show.
I'll admit, I didn't fully catch on or understand the significance of the UNIT bit at the time. I did catch the "they wouldn't recognize me" line, but it just seemed like a passing thing and I just assumed it was because he had regenerated since the last time he had interacted with the government. So, the comments about UNIT have been helpful. I don't think this was a weak story (as a lot of others seem to think), but I do personally think four was a weak episode. However, I think that's just because it was a two-parter and the first one is a lot of set-up with not much payoff since that came in the second part.
I can't remember the details precisely but I think the random skittles were supposed to be implying that the former prime minister was Tony Blair or something? Apologies if i'm incorrect lol
HAHA! If that's not peak DW, I don't know what is (at least from my limited view of the show so far lol). Episode five has two of my favorite lines so far. They'll be discussed in the mid-series video. :)
Forgot to say. You are allowed ten minutes of actual Video. Though you could make it 20 minutes if the other ten minutes was Audio only. NOT ALL the Blocks you get, so long as you stick to what I said, are Legal or True. You e-mail UA-cam and ask to see a copy of the Copyright Claim. Their Automatic Blocking System is garbage and should have been scrapped years ago.
Yeah, the issue is with the automatic Content ID blocks. They're the bane of my UA-cam existence. The good news is that every single video (so far) that I've disputed has had the claim removed. Even videos with more than 10 minutes of footage from the show has had the claim removed by the network. So, they're fine with what I'm doing (at least, so far), but it's the automatic blocking from YT that causes all the problems. I've found that I can't use more than about 3-4 seconds of uncut footage before that section gets flagged. So, I just try to make small, insignificant cuts where I can and then black out the screen if it's a scene that really can't be cut all that much.
Another great reaction just a shame about episode 4 , but to be fair it's prob one of the better episodes to have technical difficulties with as it is one of the weakest in the series , so looking forward to episode 6 a very important episode can't wait to see your reaction 🙂
Thank you! I am grateful that, of all episodes it could have happened to, that it was episode 4. I'm really curious to see how my reaction to episode 6 is received. With it being such a beloved episode, I just hope it lives up to expectations. 🤞
From my perspective it seems the majority of reactors have a negative opinion of Mickey. Which I can definitely understand based upon the character's negative traits. But I personally have mixed thoughts and feelings on the character at this point in the series and more later on. I certainly disliked him and his behaviour and actions in the first episode he was very selfish and rude and simply pathetic in numerous ways. In this two partner I felt for Mickey in many ways clearly he had went through a lot of abuse in the year they was gone. And they gave him some moments where I could care about him and give him credit, protecting Jackie and helping to save the world. And as the series goes on without giving anything away he becomes more 3 dimensensal in my opinion.
Yeah, prior to this episode I only had his behavior in the first one to go off of and he had basically no redeeming qualities in that one. But, as usual, after I edited this video and let it fully sink in, I have quite a few additional thoughts on Mickey. He'll be a definite discussion point in my mid-series video. :)
Russell T. Davies is a good show writer. But when it comes to Doctor Who, there are times when it's heavily flawed. These two episodes are prime examples. His prior experience was realistic drama, if memory serves.
Watch my other Doctor Who reactions here: ua-cam.com/video/1-9ORbx5E44/v-deo.html
"Harriet Jones..."
Love her. The actress is in so many things including the mother in Shaun of the Dead.
Going back to "The End of the World," very few reactors notice that when Rose calls Jackie on the phone, Rose's call reaches Jackie shortly before the events of the episode " Rose. " Jackie thinks Rose is calling from work and tells Rose to put some money into the lottery pool. Little timey-wimey things to notice on rewatches.
I was today years old when I realised this.
In the full reaction, I actually make a comment about that. I couldn't remember exactly what I said so I just went back and checked. I laughed a little and said, "The lottery... yeah, that didn't happen." But, it would honestly be giving me far too much credit to say that I fully understood in the moment about the call being prior to "Rose".
@@BritanyBinges There's usually a 'didn't/doesn't quite work aspect to the Doctor's tech. It makes for interest!
I've been watching Doctor Who over and over again since 2006 and I never realized this!😮😮
a lot of reactors seem to forget abt the scene where the doctor covers for mickey. he pretends to be a jerk in front of rose so that mickey doesn’t have to feel embarrassed about being too scared to go with them.
I definitely didn't forget. It's one of my favorite moments in episode five and made me like both of them even more. I'll be talking about it my mid-series video. :)
In my opinion, this two-parter is one of the most underrated stories of Doctor Who.
If you gloss over the farting (which, to their credit, is even scientifically explained, silliness aside) and the cringy effects, there are a lot of good elements worked into this story.
The disappearance of Rose and the effect on Jackie and Mickey, the motivation of the Slitheen and the execution of their plan, including the "mermaid" and the murder and infiltration of the government, Rose being thrown back into her regular life after travelling through time, earth reacting to "first contact" with aliens, the Doctor identifying the aliens by information thrown at him and the trolley problem at the end of part 2, I really liked all that.
Also, Harriet Jones is one of my favorite side characters, and I enjoyed her little side quest.
It's a real pity that most people remember this only as "the one with the farting aliens".
I honestly was super surprised by how much I enjoyed episode five (and the story as a whole). But, the same was also true for episode 2. I think it has to do with the fact that even in the "silly" episodes, there are still some pretty complex themes and emotional scenes/moments. The writers have absolutely mastered the art of weaving those things together.
Also, I forgot I wanted to say that I loved that pointed out the trolly problem in this episode. That didn't click for me as I was watching it but it absolutely is and it's a brilliant example of what makes that particular ethical dilemma so difficult.
Subtlety is a great strength of the early seasons, because they manage to handle a lot of interesting themes in the different episodes without someone stopping mid-plot to explain everything to the audience.
When someone complains about too much politics in their family entertainment, I always point to this phase, since they do touch a lot of social and political topics but still refrain from on-the-nose exposition dumps.
@@fiddler-on-the-green Exactly! Nothing feels forced or halts the pace/flow of the episode. It's just built into the story and feels completely natural.
I don’t know if anyones answered your question but for Rose it’s only been a few days; but the TARDIS is obviously a time machine and landed back on earth 12 months later instead of 12 hours. The Doctor can navigate the TARDIS pretty well but sometimes it doesn’t fully cooperate 🤷♂️
I haven't watched all of Doctor who (Currently in series 3) but I know that the TARDIS is supposed to have multiple pilots so I assume that the TARDIS isn't always accurate because the Doctor is the only one piloting. Controlling something that's supposed to be manned by multiple people alone should be very difficult especially something as complicated as a time machine.
@@korinotreal0413 the Tardis is designed to have six pilots
@@Mr2BY I think the six pilot idea first appeared in spinoff media - perhaps it was a novel? - presumably to explain why the console is six-sided. If so, the author forgot that not all TARDISes have had a hexagonal console! On TV, however, every Time Lord I can remember piloted their TARDISes on their own. The reason the Doctor's TARDIS is so erratic is because it's intermittently faulty; other (solo-piloted) TARDISes don't have that problem.
Thank you!! Trying not to read too much of the other comments in this thread in case there's something spoiler-y. :)
@@BritanyBinges It's a Type 40 TT which is in a bit of a knackered state.
"Massive Weapons of Destruction" You might not get the satire: Weapons of Mass Destruction WMDs being found was the justification for the Iraq War.
"They did LAST TIME!"
That's one of the drawbacks of watching this so long after it originally aired. Being so far removed from the time, I forget what the state of things were at the time. Now that you've pointed it out, it makes complete sense.
in my opinion, the doctor intended to return Rose after 12 hours or so, however because either the Tardis or the Doctor is a bit rubbish he missed the correct time period
Thank you! It seemed like that was the case, but I wasn't sure if I was just misunderstanding something.
Love how in the first episode the Doctor says "Can we keep the domestics outside please" and then all of this happens lmao
RIGHT?! He got ALL the domestics in this story. 😂😂😂
This two-parter is indeed considered to a be weaker episodes, but this could be explained by the fact these were the first episodes to be shot, along with 'Rose'. All three were directed by Keith Boak, and it's thought - by me if no one else - that Boak's attitude to junior crew members caused a rift on set; it's definitely the case that he never worked on Who again.
The story itself is very much a political allegory; the fighting in the Middle East being a hot topic when the story was written: massive weapons of destruction = weapons of mass destruction and all that. I'll also defend the farting - yes, it's childish but also apt; politicians as windbags. Maybe it's a British thing, but bodily functions, including farting, have long been a comedy staple in the UK, and Aliens of London/World War Three is very much a comedic couple of episodes. Finally, anything with Penelope Wilton in is elevated by her mere presence, frankly.
Hmm, that's really interesting that the same director did these three (looking back, the style of these three do seem similar) and that he never directed any others. :-/
Oh, farting is DEFINITELY a comedic staple here in the states as well, but it generally is geared more towards kids and I don't think I thought it was funny even as a kid. lol I'm much more a fan or clever or sarcastic comedy, but everyone has their own preference.
The political allegory aspect makes SO MUCH sense now. With watching this so long after it originally aired, and being so far removed from that time now, I didn't connect the dots about the state of things at the time the episode was created. Thanks for providing the perspective! 💙
@@BritanyBinges I think I'd personally say that farting as a 'comedy staple' in the UK is aimed more at kids, and also not very funny!
@@Will-nn6ux Mm. That and the wheelie bin 'burp' in 'Rose'. When I saw that I thought WTF? That's enough of that! That and these episodes nearly drove me off the continuation series for good.
"Pass the port to the port", old Navy tradition that's passed into civilian usage. No idea why.
Thanks for the answer! I was genuinely curious, but forgot to look it up later.
So sorry to hear all these technical issues happened to you but thank you for giving us a 2 for 1 and showing us what you do have. I appreciate it.
Thank you so much!!! 💙
I didn't mind the farting aliens. The explanation of their body chemistry being calcium based and the gas exchange to compress them into the "suits," actually made sense. And the vinegar. Think of the old vinegar and egg science experiment. Where you submerge an egg in vinegar and it dissolves the shell.
I did REALLY like that there was an actual reason/explanation for the farting and it wasn't just there for no other reason than to be funny.
We actually never did the vinegar and egg experiment (but I want to now! lol).
Thank you once again for your reactions to Doctor Who, not every one picks up on the second appearance of "Bad Wolf" very observant. In terms of navigation the Tardis can sometimes be a bit unreliable.
Thank you for the kind words and the explanation about the TARDIS. 💙
Nice reaction, and recovery, after losing so much of the first video. Mickey really steps up in this episode, even the Doctor noticed. It's almost like the Doctor helps bring the best out of people, you know, make people better. Certainly has worked on Mickey. Didn't need to with Rose though, her toughness was already there. Well now she packed her bags and has the keys to the car. It's time travel time, let's go! Take care.
Thank you! I definitely have some thoughts on Mickey that I'll be sharing in the mid-series video. :)
What I love about you mentioning the Doctor bringing out the best in people is that Rose seems to check the Doctor and bring out the best in him. (This is especially apparent at the end of episode 6). This is another thing I'll be talking about in my mid-series.
Yeah, once you get past the fart monsters, everything else is fantastic in this series. If you can't already tell, the Tardis is a bit knackered. I won't say anything more, but there is a reason for it.
Well, I thought parts of episode 5 were fantastic so, I guess I'm good to go. lol
Used to love Penny Wilton when I was a kid in the sitcom 'Ever Decreasing Circles', she was great in 'Shaun of the Dead', too!
Is she the one who played Harriet? If so, I don't remember her in Shaun of the Dead (it's been years since I've seen it), but I did like her in this.
@@BritanyBinges She was Shaun's Mum. Think she does Downton, too.
I appreciate how much thoughtfulness you put into this, this is a show that definitely rewards it.
Aww, thank you so much!! 💙
Welcome to the world of Doctor Who. I started watching it in the early 1970's, when I was a small boy, here in the UK. It was great when it returned in 2005, after the classic series was cancelled at the end of 1989. Though it did return briefly in 1996 for a TV movie. Hope you keep watching and enjoying. All the very best, Trev from East London, UK.👏👍.
Thank you so much for the welcome! I'm excited to be starting this journey and am very much looking forward to continuing. :)
Oh man, episode 6 is soon! I'm so excited to see your reaction to it! And we're quickly approaching episode 8, cannot wait for you to see it. If it wasn't for an episode that's later in the season, it would have been easiest favourite of season one 😊 and I know for a FACT I'm gonna love your reaction to it haha
I'm honestly a little worried people aren't going to like the reaction to episode 6 because it was a pretty intense episode that had me pretty captivated and I feel like I didn't react much. I was too busy feeling ALL the feelings. lol
@@BritanyBinges Ahah, that's very understandable xD I don't think it would be a problem though, it's always great to see when people are actually really into what they're watching. Sometimes a silence can be more telling than a thousand words!
One little touch I liked is Mickey's recently learned mistrust of his bin! 🙂
Yes! At this point, it had been a whole year and he still doesn't trust bins or appliances apparently (understandably so). It was a very nice touch.
Can't remember where I heard this (think it might have been another fan), but I was told that episode 4 was the first one they shot. I don't know how true that is, but it would explain why the vibe is so different. It almost feels like they are struggling to find their identity in these two episodes. Episode 4 is usually the point where most reactors start talking about not watching anymore. Episode 5 is where they are almost sure they are going to stop. Hence, my comment on Episode 1 to wait until episode 6. Can't wait for your reaction to that one. Your reactions to moments and people in this show seem to be similar to mine. Super excited for the rest of the season.
Ahh, yeah if it was filmed first (or at least one of the first) that would make total sense about why it felt a little different. I guess I can see why some reactors might consider throwing in the towel at this point, but there's been way more than enough for me to become emotionally invested already (clearly, by the fact that I've cried in three of the first five episodes. lol).
My memory of it is that the shot of the Doctor chasing after the "space pig" with the soldiers following him was the very first shot.
@@BritanyBinges They had a *lot* of problems during this first production block. They fell way behind schedule, and a huge amount of reshoots and pick-ups then had to be done while they were shooting the other episodes. Must've been a nightmare for everyone involved. It will probably be years before we really find out what happened; but as another commenter remarked, this director never worked on Who again...
@@andrewgwilliam4831 What a scene to have as your first one. 😂
"I am a doctor."
"Stitch this, mate." _SLAP_ 😂
What a great reaction to a splendeed series. When the aliens stops farting in every scene, when the emotions kicks in between Jackie and Rose and when Harriet Jones comes to terms with her role as a representative for all the elected people - then this twoparter gets really good.
YES! That scene in episode four where her mom is pleading with her to tell her what happened and all Rose can do it cry. UGH! That's a rough one and I can completely understand where they're both coming from.
The part where I cried in episode 5 is one of my favorite scenes/moments so far and I really wasn't expecting that after watching episode four.
This show does make people cry. Along with all the excitment and fun, there have been times when I wept.
Thank you for sharing that! 💙
As much as these episodes are pegged as the worst of the first series I do have a fondness for them. I'm glad to see you react positively to them and I can't wait for the next episode! I really hope nothing has been spoilt for you 👀
Thanks! Four was on the weaker side for me, but I thoroughly enjoyed five so, if these are the worst it gets, I'm thrilled. lol
I've already recorded the reaction for six (I have to record them a little in advance since Patreon gets the full reaction a week early) and nothing was spoiled. :)
@@BritanyBinges Ah, good.
@@BritanyBinges to quote a great man:
"Fantastic!"
These reactions are great! Most reactors simply sit and watch, but I love the commentary you bring with the video. Can't wait to continue this journey with you.
Thank you so much! I'm so glad to have you join me on this journey!
You are coming up on one of the best episodes of this series...Thank you for sharing your experience of a first viewing; helps remind me how much I loved this series first time around :) Hope your technical issues resolve soon, and wish you all the best on the journey ahead.
I'm so glad it's reminding you of how much you loved the series the first time around. Thank you so much for the kind words!! 💙
Thanks for your persistence getting this done! Great reaction! You made me tear up too!
Thank you so much for the kind words and for letting me know this reaction made you emotional as well. 💙💙💙
Pretty sure Bad Wolf was a meme back in the 00s. I remember someone graffitied it outside my high school.
About the Doctor's name, I would recommend that you see the documentary that the BBC made called "An Adventure in Space and Time". But it would be better to see this after the Matt Smith era.
I've made a note of this! Although it seems like I have quite a ways to go. Thanks!
Yes, it's tradition to pass port to the left.
Thank you for answering that question! :)
By now you might have realized, the TARDIS doesn't always take the Doctor where he wants to go, but it usually takes him where he's needed.
this show is multigenerational my dad remembers watching the first episode back in 1963 and i started watching it when i was 1 year old so the show has been there all my life i actually met some of the actors from the classic series and i bet you will love episode 6
I love that it's been such a big part of your life and that (presumably) your dad introduced you to it so it's now a bonding thing between you two (I'm guessing).
I did love episode 6. It was a lot to process so I didn't say much at the end of the video, but that's part of why I'm doing the mid-series thoughts video a little early (it's being released at the same time as episode 6 this Friday). I've had a chance to process it now and have lots of things to say. lol
@@BritanyBingesi dont know how i discovered the show it was just sort of there i just remembered i saw the set of the tardis about 11 years ago i thought that was fun
@@blamppost2516 Wait, like the actual set?! That's incredible! Where? How?! I need details! lol
@@BritanyBinges dr who experience london in 2011 it clossed in 2017 :( its pretty cool be careful for spoiler if you look it up
As we said don't stress about episode 4! Great reaction as always, I like the recap video idea!
Thank you so much... for the kind words and your thoughts on the recap video idea! 💙
The worst part about your reactions is that I watch immediately after they’re posted and then realize I have a whole week to wait until the next one 🤣😂. The contents too good. We should all take shots every time you cry that could be the new party game of this channel
HAHA! Thank you! Well, hopefully I can get to the point where I'm releasing more than one per week. It will likely be a while, but that's the goal.
And please DO NOT take shots every time I cry. No one human being can handle that much liquor and I don't need to be responsible for people being hospitalized for alcohol poisoning. 😂
While a lot of people don’t hold these in high regard, they’re two of some of my favourites! The intense human/family aspect of it and exploring those that were left behind just hits different.
Whenever there is something set in London, all the dramatic stuff takes place next to Big Ben…thanks for your video,, much appreciated
Not being all that familiar with London since I was only there for like two days during my visit, I guess that makes sense. It's an easy way to give a sense of place to those who aren't so familiar with it.
@@BritanyBinges it’s also the same in Paris, the Eiffel Tower always gets a look in
@@markdavidson9100 That's true. Same with Rio and Christ the Redeemer, and Rome and the colosseum. Although, I feel like Paris/Eiffel Tower might be the most common.
@@BritanyBinges I remember going to France 🇫🇷 at school when I was 9 and walking up the steps to the first floor of the tower on a trip to Paris. It terrified me as I could see everything under me and thought I’d slip through the cracks.
The Slytheen (farting Aliens) are also featured in the Sarah Jane Adventures a spin off show staring a past classic companion it is aimed more at a younger audience
I am reacting to The Sarah Jane Adventures as well on Patreon. It's not a regular schedule like Classic Who, NuWho, and Torchwood, but I have released the first series.
@@BritanyBinges I wont talk about it then although I can not remember much from the show
@@BritanyBinges are you keeping on with putting NuWho on UA-cam? I would really like to see your reaction to series 2 onward
for me the daleks are very nostalgic because when I was around 6 I was obsessed with one perticular season and me favorites where the dalek episodes
I think this is a really solid 2 parter, with great character growth with Rose, Mickey and Jackie, it's really interesting, the problem is the aliens, they're bad ^^ but the farting disguised slitheen thing is not really kid stuff, but a caricature of politicians on their thrones and their goal was a joke criticizing some of Tony Blair's statements back then ^.~
Thanks for sharing that perspective! Not having been there to experience it for myself, I obviously wouldn't know that. So, I appreciate you sharing this information. :)
@@BritanyBinges You're welcome, but honestly I've discovered DW over a decade agp and I learnt that not too long ago, I just did some digging to see if it was true, I'm not even British ^^
Yep your take on this two parter is pretty much the same as most others have, not bad, just more aimed at the kids/family type. It still had some great moments in them hence it gets you/us emotional still. I remember when this new Who started, my family was watching it and i thought, nah, it's not for me, looks silly meh.. by the end of the season i was hooked, by the end of season 2 it was my favourite TV show ha :).
So far, out of the six episodes I've seen, I think my favorite moment/ scene was from this episode (the part between Rose and the Doctor that made me cry). So, while I can't say these episodes were my favorite by any means, I'm learning that one great thing about this show is that you can't write any one episode off because there's likely to be at least one fantastic scene.
Do whatever you see fit, its your channel. I am sure viewers will not mind!! I won't!! Great reaction, looking forward to more!! Btw do not succumb to "spoilers"! You will know what means as time moves on 😉
Thanks!! 💙
The Doctors age has always been a big issue as the last time he mention his age in Classic Who it was 953 and that was with the 7th Doctor, so he’s either lying about his age or he generally can’t remember. Part 2 is the stronger episode. The series recap is a good idea as it’s giving you time to think more deeply about it. I saw someone else say watch a Classic story at the end of this series and I think that would be a good thing. Maybe got right back to where it all began with the very first Story “An Unearthly Child”. 😁
Personally, I 'd rather someone change it up and *not* react to "An Unearthly Child." Do 1970's " Spearhead from Space" instead, which was a soft reboot of the format, as their first Classic reaction, and *then* go back to 1963 and do "An Unearthly Child."
@@dngillikin I wouldn’t call it a soft reboot and more just a change in direction for the show but actually not a bad idea.
Technically, my putative soft reboot occurred in the final two episodes of the previous story with the introduction of the T*** L***s into the program's lore.
Spearhead sets up a new status quo for the Doctor, is in color, is set up to reintroduce the series to new viewers, and, just for once, I'd like to see a new reactor react to this story soon after coming to the 2005 series with "Rose" rather than faffing about with the Tribe of Gum's quest to remember the secret of f***.
And while good, I don't want to hit a new fan with "Genesis of the Spoilers" or " Tomb of the Other Spoilers" right off the bat.
I kind of get annoyed when people refer to NuWho as a reboot it's a continuation or a revival not a reboot.
Well, it's a good thing that I didn't do that, then. Nor would I, since I consider the 2005-present incarnation a continuation of the 1963-89 incarnation.
My arguable use of the term, albeit in modified form, referred to a certain very long 1969 story that arguably changed the nature of the character as initially conceived and shaped by Newman, Lambert, and Whittaker during the program's initial seasons. But that's a lengthy discussion perhaps not best suited to a UA-cam comment thread on a modern reaction video.
Gotta love the sillines of the show 😂👌
There is a running joke where something terrible happens either right after or during that particular anchor woman's reports.
Yes, well. The dear old TARDIS will behave - to some people's eyes - somewhat erratically. She knows what she's doing! Coaxing and persuading, sometimes imploring her to be reasonable . . erm . . can sometimes work, but she's basically a Laplace's 'little' demon and knows her way around space-time and what's needed when and where. Most of the time there's little point wasting energy arguing with her.
Interesting take on the TARDIS. I've been very curious about it (although, I guess I should start referring to it as "she" now? lol) since the first episode.
@@BritanyBinges I'm old school since I was watching it in 1964. The Doctor has been calling her old girl since the Classic series. The first three stories with William Hartnell back in late '63 to early '64 were a really good set up for the series as a whole and, at some stage, maybe you could check them out, once you have the first set in the can.
@@josefschiltz2192 I had planned on doing a few stories from each series or doctor, but I've been debating lately on not doing that and instead giving it a real shot once I wrap up NuWho (or at leat get further into it). I honestly think I would have a really difficult time getting into because I do struggle with older shows. But, I won't know until I try so and I don't want to spoil anything by watching select stories only to then find out I do want to do the entire thing. So, all that to say, I will watch some and possibly all. lol
@@BritanyBinges That, I may say, is very Doctorish! Well done! ;-)
@@BritanyBinges Just thought - nine months later! - the phrase - coined by the Surrealists - "The Juxtaposition of Distant Realities" is a nice thinking tool regarding Doctor Who. Many don't realize how much the series actually goes by the eight Surrealist principles since it's very beginning. There is a talk by George Kalamaras on UA-cam, a Surrealist poet, George Kalamaras is an American poet and educator. He is Professor of English at Purdue University Fort Wayne, Indiana, where he has taught since 1990 and was Indiana's poet laureate between 2014 and 2016. He goes into the eight guiding principles early in his talk. He's an entertaining fellow and his talk is well worth a visit to see what you think.
Thank you so much for your patience and hard work. These episodes aren't to some people's liking it I think they're ok. Great reaction and review.
Thank you so much!! 💙
One piece of advice when it comes to the Doctor's age...don't try to figure it out...lol! 😂😂 Also, don't be too quick to completely write Mickey off.
HAHA! I had someone on Patreon say that as well about the Doctor's age. If the show itself doesn't even agree on what his age is, how am I ever going to figure it out? 😂 I'll just let it be what it is. lol
I'll be sharing more thoughts on Mickey in the mid-series video. ;)
"im over a thousand years old" -7th doctor
"Im 900 years old" -9th doctor
a yes the classic, deaging over 100 years.
me realising im enjoying your reactions the most out of everyone ive seen watching the episodes. and then realising that you did these like 6/7 months ago and ive got a fair bit to catch up on even though ive seen all the episodes so could skip ahead if i wanted to but i probably wont
I'm glad you're enjoying the reactions! I'm very ready to bring them back! My new editor is working on the first batch of episodes now! :)
Yeeeeahh, it's an old TARDIS and only one person operating the whole ship, plus she's got a bit of a mind of her own, so sometimes they don't land where he intends. He set the coords for 12 hours, but ended up 12 months later instead. Things rarely go smoothly for the Doctor.
I'm starting to learn this about the TARDIS (especially after watching episode 7. lol).
Really enjoying your reactions good luck.
Thank you! I'm so glad you're enjoying them! :)
Glad you were able to get there in the end!
I prefer the first part to the second, because I feel it at least shows some potential, whereas the second part mostly squanders it. But as others have said, these two were part of the initial production block; and by making mistakes, they learnt a lot about what to do better in the future.
The fan community were going nuts back in 2005, trying to work out what "Bad Wolf" might mean! Lol
I bet they were going nuts! lol It's interesting that you preferred the first part over the second. That's what I love about shows like this that have such diverse fans. It keeps the discussion interesting, that's for sure. :)
@@BritanyBinges I was heavily into spoilers, leaks, and rumours back then, but I don't think I heard a single theory that got it right! 😁
I'd say that fan opinion is pretty consistent for most of Series 1, with only a few slight differences: some people prefer Episode 2 to Episode 3, and some think the opposite, for example.
Over time you'll hear much more variety in the comments, though. A lot of that is inherent in the show, of course, because you never really know what sort of story you're going to get each time. Plus there are other factors... 😉
If you have to have technical issues then that was a okay one to loose to ‘working out the kinks’, so to speak 💁.
I know that you’re trying to build up a few in advance, but I’m not sure how much in advance, so I’ll mention it here: After the series 1 finale there are 2 things which come before the first episode of series 2:
A) A minisode- “Born Again”, the first of the ‘Doctor Who: Children in Need’ specials released as part of a charity telethon. Might not be reaction worthy, but it’s watch worthy.
B) The 2005 Christmas Special titled “The Christmas Invasion”. Nu-Who always has a Christmas and/or New Years special. The first several years they form a bridge between seasons/series then later they start falling in all different spots.
I think the cried/didn’t cry could be a good running joke for your channel!
Thank you for this! I did know there were holiday specials between the seasons, but I wasn't quite sure if there was one for this first series (and I'm trying not to look at the episode list any more than I absolutely have to). I didn't know about the minisode, though. It might be a fun bonus to do for Patreon since it's not a regular episode.
And, yes, I fully plan on leaning into my crying as a joke. I mean, it's not like the crying is going to stop. So, I might as well just run with it. 😂
I am enjoying these reactions! This two parter for me was one where I liked the story but not the alien (or at leat in Aliens Of London, the Slitheen were much better in World War Three). I am really excited to see your reaction to episode 6 as it is one of the best in the season.
To answer some of the questions:
- The Doctor won't always get his position right, so he did just accidentally go to a different time period
- I'm not sure the best way to do your reviews are, I don't mind the initial reviews but I also wouldn't mind a halfway review and a end of season review too
I'm so glad you're enjoying the reactions! 💙 I think I agree with your take of liking the story but not the alien. There were a lot of really good things about the story, but the Slitheens themselves are more a distraction at times (in terms of their appearance and traits anyway).
Thank you for answering those questions!!! :)
Eccleston is king at emotions
i love that the doctor just always hates alcohol
Thank you for your reaction.
Well, thank YOU! :)
I love your reaction videos to Doctor Who SO much! I don't want to sound creepy but, honestly, your reactions to the episodes are almost identical to the reactions I had the first time I watched them. I'm really looking forward to the next one. (I'm a little behind on your videos right now. I'm a bit of UA-cam addict and I have a LOT to watch.)
HAHA! Not creepy at all. I'm really glad you're enjoying them, and I'm very happy to have you along for the ride! :)
Next one is special!
Screwdriver is a bit of a misnomer. Hundreds of years ago it just did screws but he’s a tinkerer so features were added. It’s no more a screwdriver than this device the UA-cam app is running on is a phone.
Without Mickey they would have all been dead. The Doctor now knows he is intelligent and reliable he is. In Classic Who it was THE Doctor. In New Who it's A Doctor. One of many changes they did. Very Good Reactions to what I thought was a good Episode. I would never do a Live Stream when doing a Reaction. Simply because you would spend so much time looking at the things People say you would not see the Full Episode.
Yeah, Mickey really made some great strides in these two episodes. I'll definitely be talking about him in my mid-series thoughts video. :)
Just to clarify about the livestream, I wouldn't do it while I was watching an episode (for the reason you stated). It'll be a bonus thing that will happen after I release the final episode of the first series and before I release the first episode of the second series.
@@BritanyBinges So glad I got that wrong about the Live Stream.
@@Jamienomore I could have done a better job of explaining it. I'll be sure to clarify in my mid-series video. :)
@@BritanyBinges No! It was my not understanding properly, not you.
"900 years. So he is a 9th doctor?" Wow, you are really smart
Not sure if this comment is sarcastic or not. lol But, I already knew he was the 9th doctor. So, when I heard 900 years, I wondered if that meant each doctor lived for 100 years. Being in the 8th series now, I know that's obviously not the case.
He's called the doctor because when the show started, back in 1963, one of his companions thought he was one and so mistakenly called him one, as he didn't give his name. The reason why he is still called the doctor is because the producers of the show seemed to have forgotten this, and have retconned this multiple times.
Ahh, okay. It seems like they've done that with quite a few things and I can certainly see how fans of Classic Who would be frustrated with the revival.
@@BritanyBinges oh, no, it was retconned long before the revival
@@tommarsdon5644 Ah, okay. Thank you for the clarification!
Next time... Dalek. My second favourite episode of Season 1! This reaction came up 2 hours before a date so this afternoon is improving for me! Can't wait for the rest of Season 1!
At the Season 1 Finale, I'll post the Series 3 order with the spin off.
Oooohhh... how did the date go???
@@BritanyBinges it went well. I can't wait for Dalek tho, and Father's Day (both great episodes)
@@juliet1203_ Glad it went well!! 😊
If you had to lose content to a technical issue, these were the eps to do it to. Not just the weakest of series one, but to my mind among the weakest of all new who. Happily things are about to get quite a bit better. As near as I can tell all reactors of all experience levels run into glitches from time to time & I wouldn't stress too much about it.
Although I'm not fond of this two-parter, I'll admit it at least introduces some important world and story building elements, especially for newer fans:
- UNIT and a bit of the Doctor's history with them
- Harriet Jones
- Some more character development for Rose's Mom
- Some significant character development for Mickey (who, imo, experiences the most low-key character growth of any character in the Davies era.)
Thank you so much! When it comes to tech, issues are pretty much a guarantee. But, it's still frustrating every single time. :-/
I'll admit, I didn't fully catch on or understand the significance of the UNIT bit. I did catch the "they wouldn't recognize me" line, but it just seemed like a passing thing and I just assumed it was because he had regenerated since the time he had interacted with the government. So, the comments about UNIT have been helpful.
I feel like I still need more from Jackie's character, but I'm sure we'll get there. Mickey, on the other hand, will be getting his own segment in my mid-series video. lol
Brooo I love Micky with my whole heart
It's wild how much Mickey grew on me.
@@BritanyBinges you’re just like me fr 🥲(also I can’t wait to binge the rest of your reactions)
@@besh4652 Happy to have you along on this journey!
Don't be too harsh on Mickey the idiot. He's losing the love of his life to another man who he can't possibly compete with. He does start out as a fairly pathetic character but does also get the opportunity to grow.
These episodes are generally seen as the weakest of the season, and it's usually the case the 1st part of 2-parters is the weaker of the two, with so many loose ends being tied up in the 2nd.
Also, the BBC is notorious for copyright claims, especially with Doctor Who. If only there was someone rich enough to challenge them in court as they are quite draconian over fair use. Everyone has to deal with these issues I'm afraid.
They didn't really give me much reason to like to Mickey in the first episode, but he's definitely already made some strides. I'll be talking about him in my mid-series video. :)
So, far I've only had to dispute one copyright claim with the BBC (and they still have a few more weeks to respond). The real issue (at least so far) is with UA-cam's Content ID system that issues automatic blocks even when the content meets Fair Use guidelines. It's a terrible system, but it is what it is. 🤷♀️
Ahhh, technology broke ndown at its finest. It's not like Doctor Who will make us scared of technology, or network, or something...
😂😂 Fair point.
Tony Blair was the Prime Minister at this time, and he liked Skittles. Just a little inside joke.
Ahhh, makes sense. Thanks for answering this! I was genuinely curious because it was obviously very intentional.
The Doctor's over 10 million years old. They just don't remember their actual age.
Best thing about this episode is Harriet Jones, MP for Flydale North!
That's actually a far better way of watching this two-parter! Technology to the rescue!
HAHA! Well, I'm glad you're happy with how it turned out. lol
I’ll say this about this two parter and it’s what I’ve always stood on.
The Slitheen are a great bit of practical costume design I mean excellent makeup with real alien suits. And the plot involving aliens using our own nuclear weapons to trigger a war by infiltrating government is a brilliant idea on paper, and the Doctor has some great moments (as always, even in some of the worst episodes of this show you’ll find the Doctor can have some fantastic lines or monologues etc.) it’s just a shame the villains had to fart all the time. Even if the Doctor tries to justify it with a biological reason, it doesn’t make it any better. Haha
Oh boy next week is going to be special I can’t wait
and as per usual a very good reaction I enjoyed it ever so much
I gotta say Mickey is a mixed bag for me sometimes I like him and sometimes I don’t
but the chemistry between 9 and rose is just delicious
Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed it! :)
Yeah, Mickey's an interesting one. I really didn't think we'd see him again after the first episode and I certainly wasn't expecting to feel sorry for him at any point. lol
Are you going to watch classic who after you've watched all 13 series of Doctor Who. You'll find it a cool watch. Also after these episodes, the show becomes more enjoyable, less laughs more crying and scary and chilling scenes.
( i would get tissues for episode 8, just warning you)
Well, I'm not a fan of scary, but I do like crying (as odd as that sounds) and chilling so I'm excited. And, don't worry, the tissues aren't leaving my desk. 😂
I'm unsure about Classic Who at the moment. I honestly feel like I would have a really hard time getting into it because I really don't like old or cheesy shows (generally speaking), but I feel like I need to at least give it a shot. But, I'm also torn because a lot of people have certain episodes from Classic Who they want me to react to and I don't want to spoil anything if I do find out I can get into enough to react to all of the episodes. At this point, there's still a long way to go with NuWho, so I'm making that future Britany's thing to figure out. lol
Also, I love how this story is a clear and obvious critique of the Blair/Bush invasion of Iraq. “Weapons of mass destruction” that don’t exactly exist.
Great reactions, but I think you might have to bulk buy in tissues! I wasn’t keen on the design of the Slitheen - I think they blew the budget on crashing the space ship into Big Ben!
HAHA, thanks! Don't worry, I bought a 4-box pack so I should be good for the rest of this first series. 😂
Great another reactor to watch from the start 🙃🤣
Yes, for all others it was 1 year. Can (and will) happen more often. The TARDIS has a bit of mind of its own. It takes the doctor not where he wants to be, but where he needs to be. Wait until season 6, episode 4, “The doctors wife“, its a bit about the TARDIS.
I hope we get more on the TARDIS before season 6 as I'm VERY curious about it. But, if not, I'll just wait impatiently until then. lol
@@BritanyBinges a little bit of info about the TARDIS is given at the end of this series, so I won't tell you more now. Currently you just need to know that it has a kind of consciousness, can travel nearly everywhere in time and space, is a dimensional folding (the bigger on the inside), can automatically translate every language and its chameleon circuit is stuck so that it appears as a telephone box (and this since start of Dr Who in 1963, so the doctor liked it and did not repair it). Oh, and it has a special alarm, the cloister bell. If you hear it, something really bad (time wise) is about to happen. Also, most don't know how big it actually is on the inside. There is an episode "Journey to the center of the TARDIS" but thats even later (end of series 7) where you get an impression.
Also, you raised a very good question, whats the doctors actual real name? This will be the topic of quite some episodes and there are very good reasons nobody knows.
About the time skip, being gone a year, the TARDIS doesn't always take them where they want to go, but always where they need to go
The Weakest story of series 1. Don't know how this deserved to be a two parter.
Yeah, I feel like they could've maybe squeezed into just one episode. If I were to do a rewatch in the future, I'm almost certain I just skip right over episode four. Not five, though. It has one of my favorite moments/scenes that I've seen so far. :)
I just started to watch your doctor who reactions. Im a huge fan of the show. I heard you mention supernatural a few times, do you have any supernatural reactions too?
While I would give just about anything to be able to watch Supernatural again for this first time, I had already seen it all before starting this channel. In fact, it's because of Supernatural that I discovered reaction videos in the first place. lol
I did do a rewatch of the first season over on Patreon (available on the All TV show or The Whole Shebang tiers), and I am open to do more seasons eventually if there is interest, but I'm not expect much since it is a rewatch and not a reaction.
@@BritanyBinges im exactly the same 😂 I would do anything to be able to watch my favorite shows for the first time again, that is why I love reaction videos. I get to relive all the best moments for the first time through someone elses eyes 😁
I checked out your patreon but im not sure i know how to do that watch along thing and i only have one device to watch on so i decided to just wait for the reactions here on youtube instead
Personally I didn't think Episode 4 was the weakest persay I think that's just down to taste I thought it was a very Doctor Who-y episode. The farting aliens were abit much but it was necessary for the plot because the slitheen struggle to get into the human costumes they have to squeeze in tight to get into them 17 years on and I still can't pronounce their home planet name. This is the first appearance of UNIT since Classic Who the Doctor has worked for them as scientific advisor previously in his third incarnation when he was exiled to earth which is what Mickey meant when he was looking up on The Doctor's history that he use to work for them and the Doctor says "They wouldn't recognise me I changed alot since the old days". Regarding The Doctor's age Time Lords can live for a thousand years but The Doctor's age is never consistent. Doctor Who is basically a kids show but it's also for all ages really too it's a family show.
I'll admit, I didn't fully catch on or understand the significance of the UNIT bit at the time. I did catch the "they wouldn't recognize me" line, but it just seemed like a passing thing and I just assumed it was because he had regenerated since the last time he had interacted with the government. So, the comments about UNIT have been helpful.
I don't think this was a weak story (as a lot of others seem to think), but I do personally think four was a weak episode. However, I think that's just because it was a two-parter and the first one is a lot of set-up with not much payoff since that came in the second part.
I can't remember the details precisely but I think the random skittles were supposed to be implying that the former prime minister was Tony Blair or something? Apologies if i'm incorrect lol
A few others have said the same thing, so I'm guessing you remembered correctly. :)
my fave line came from episide 5.Do you mind not farting while im trying to save the world!
HAHA! If that's not peak DW, I don't know what is (at least from my limited view of the show so far lol).
Episode five has two of my favorite lines so far. They'll be discussed in the mid-series video. :)
Forgot to say. You are allowed ten minutes of actual Video. Though you could make it 20 minutes if the other ten minutes was Audio only. NOT ALL the Blocks you get, so long as you stick to what I said, are Legal or True. You e-mail UA-cam and ask to see a copy of the Copyright Claim. Their Automatic Blocking System is garbage and should have been scrapped years ago.
Yeah, the issue is with the automatic Content ID blocks. They're the bane of my UA-cam existence. The good news is that every single video (so far) that I've disputed has had the claim removed. Even videos with more than 10 minutes of footage from the show has had the claim removed by the network. So, they're fine with what I'm doing (at least, so far), but it's the automatic blocking from YT that causes all the problems. I've found that I can't use more than about 3-4 seconds of uncut footage before that section gets flagged. So, I just try to make small, insignificant cuts where I can and then black out the screen if it's a scene that really can't be cut all that much.
@@BritanyBinges There Automatic Blocking System has tried so many times with me and I beat it every time. It's gave up now.
I LOVE MICKEY!!!
It took me a little while, but I eventually grew to love him as well. :)
THANKS for this!!! So what is the non-crying video count since you're up-to-date with Patreon? :)
It's probably a pretty healthy balance between crying and not. lol
Another great reaction just a shame about episode 4 , but to be fair it's prob one of the better episodes to have technical difficulties with as it is one of the weakest in the series , so looking forward to episode 6 a very important episode can't wait to see your reaction 🙂
Thank you! I am grateful that, of all episodes it could have happened to, that it was episode 4.
I'm really curious to see how my reaction to episode 6 is received. With it being such a beloved episode, I just hope it lives up to expectations. 🤞
From my perspective it seems the majority of reactors have a negative opinion of Mickey.
Which I can definitely understand based upon the character's negative traits.
But I personally have mixed thoughts and feelings on the character at this point in the series and more later on.
I certainly disliked him and his behaviour and actions in the first episode he was very selfish and rude and simply pathetic in numerous ways.
In this two partner I felt for Mickey in many ways clearly he had went through a lot of abuse in the year they was gone.
And they gave him some moments where I could care about him and give him credit, protecting Jackie and helping to save the world.
And as the series goes on without giving anything away he becomes more 3 dimensensal in my opinion.
Yeah, prior to this episode I only had his behavior in the first one to go off of and he had basically no redeeming qualities in that one. But, as usual, after I edited this video and let it fully sink in, I have quite a few additional thoughts on Mickey. He'll be a definite discussion point in my mid-series video. :)
Not a spoiler but Micky does go through some character development and becomes more palatable.
I'm in series 5 over on Patreon and I've definitely come around with Mickey. :)
@Britany Felix Reacts you find out what type of doctor they are
Thank you for letting me know this will be answered in the show and for doing so in a way that doesn't spoil anything. :)
@@BritanyBinges You are my favourite youtuber that isn't famous (no offence) yet
@@Isaac_Clarke HAHA! No offense taken and thank you very much!! 😊
I appreciate you adding on the "yet". lol
@@BritanyBinges You will be famous I know it!
Russell T. Davies is a good show writer. But when it comes to Doctor Who, there are times when it's heavily flawed. These two episodes are prime examples. His prior experience was realistic drama, if memory serves.
I honestly love these. Silly fun episodes imho. Episodes 7 and 11 are the weakest imo
I would've agreed with you about 7 prior to watching 12. It makes it all more relevant/important.
Can someone, anyone, ever watch this episode and talk about some other things than "farting aliens"?!
So, I guess that wasn't something you noticed or acknowledged even once the very first time you watched these episodes?
As annoying as mickey can be.
I feel horrible for him because of how rose treats him, she's not a healthy partner for him.
Completely agree! I like Rose, but one of my least favorite things about her is how she strings Mickey along.
The farting alien bit is such a rough part; really makes it hard to recommend the show at times.
Oh look, a silly show about gassy farting green aliens, and now I'm crying.
Thanks for pretending like you lost the footage for the two worse episodes of series 1 of doctor who… jk jk.
😂 What's worse is that not only did I have to suffer through them, I didn't even get the full amount of content. lol