The Robot Revolution

This was brilliant! A very strong season opener that was so much fun. Really well paced, a great dynamic between Ncuti and Verada. The story was really good too and all added up at the end.

It's so great to have a bit of confrontation from the companion, there is already more depth and heart displayed here that is very welcomed.

It looks so good too, there's a certain scene in the third act where the visual effects just shine.

Intrigued to see how the Mrs Flood mystery pans out and what it is exactly stopping them from returning home. Should be great to see them visiting so many different places without returning to present day earth.

The season opener could had been a catastrophe. Well my cat baled out early!

Showrunner RTD goes for a more conventional opener. Introducing Belinda Chandra as an overworked nurse in a hospital. Next she is the Queen of a planet as she is taken away by some robots.

Only in this planet, robots and humans once lived in harmony until the AI took over.

Luckily for Belinda, the Doctor is on hand as the planet's historian.

The episode contains a bit of everything. Timey wimey, a retro 1960s visual look. Those rockets were part Dan Dare and part Wallace and Gromit. Some word puzzles.

There was a nod to real world issues, the Doctor getting chided for taking DNA without permission.

There was even some fourth wall breaking from Mrs Flood.

It does look like the Doctor and Belinda could be a good match as they try to get to Earth, the long way round.

The latest episode of Doctor Who delivers a breathless, action-packed opening to the new season, setting the stage for what promises to be an electrifying chapter in the Doctor's adventures. Fast-paced, sharply written, and brimming with excitement, this premiere strikes the perfect balance between fresh energy and classic Who charm.

One of the standout elements is the new companion, who immediately makes a powerful impression-both in performance and character. She brings a compelling strength and presence that feels like it will recalibrate the dynamic between her and the Doctor. There's a spark of equality in their rapport, reminiscent of Clara's tenure (a companion who, admittedly, divided fans but whose assertiveness and wit I always admired). If this premiere is any indication, we're in for a fascinating push-and-pull between the two leads-one that could redefine the Doctor-Companion power balance in exciting ways.

The writing is tight, the pacing relentless, and the sense of adventure infectious. If the season maintains this level of quality-keeping the stakes high, the character dynamics sharp, and the storytelling bold-then we're in for an exciting ride.

Bring on the next episode-the TARDIS is back in top form!

I personally don't get as excited by companions who are immediately ready for traversing time and space whilst possessing little concern for their own well-being when it comes to time traveling with a complete stranger.

Which is why I am deeply excited to see Bel's character in future episodes. I can't wait to watch how her and the Doctors dynamic evolves.

Without fail, Nucti has been so fun to watch as the Doctor. He brings so much to his character, causing me to harbor even greater respect for him as an actor.

The clothes Nucti is put into is everything I wish it to be and more.

From how I see it, Doctor Who is meant to be an escape from reality and a source of joy. This episode certainly accomplished that for me.

That's how you should introduce a new companion and season. Definitely an intriguing start that can hopefully maintain this tone. A compelling episode that definitely subververting initial expectations into an interesting narrative. While I can admit that the first revelation of the main plot of the episode did make me chuckle by the end of the episode is left me regained my attention. The episode has it's doctor and companion introduction moments while feeling somewhat fresh and interesting reaction that should definitely be enlightening going forward with the season. The favourite moment for me during this episode was the moment between sasha 55 and the doctor that tells you everything you need to know about the implications that come with the trusting the doctor. Finally, I didn't see anything.