The family Slitheen, sadly not a soul band from the 1970s but psychotic naturists from Raxacoricofallapatorius, seek nuclear launch codes as they masquerade as the heads of the UK government (as most ministers of UK governments do) while emitting pungent-like sounds (another similar governmental characteristic). When the invader's plans for the annihilation of the planet are finally revealed the Doctor, entombed with Rose and Harriet Jones (MP for Flydale North) in a Downing Street bunker, must find a way to curtail the fraud by creating an almighty rupture. Meanwhile Roses mum Jackie has two predatory pests to contend with, although one of them does turn out to be a bit more useful on this occasion.
24 Reviews
Saved, with Pickled eggs..........
Sleepin_Dragon11 August 2015
I didn't find World War 3 as satisfying as Aliens of London, possibly the first slightly below par episode of the series so far. We learn the Slitheen are a family, not a species, we learn they plan to sell the Earth. There are merits, Penelope Wilton continues to be a delight as Harriet Jones and the Doctor has heard of her (nice link to the future,) we get a cameo from Andrew Marr, lots of Welsh guards, Mickey and Jackie make a great double act. There are a few flaws, The Slitheen look very CGI in parts, they feel a little CBBC at times especially after the very grown up Unquiet Dead. The Pickled eggs moment is not a good one, it seems a little immature. Annette Badland is a great actress, I found her a little flat in this one, I don't think she was brilliantly written for. It seems now quite disappointing that 2 precious episodes were dedicated to this story rather then just 1. Some good bits but too many negatives, overall a 6.
A great follow up episode with a nice ending for Harriet Jones
pjgs2008 July 2016
Warning: Spoilers
World War Three is about as good as Aliens of London for the most part, but the ending when we learn that Harriet Jones is the next Prime Minister was a great way to round off her character. I liked how Mickey is becoming a bit more developed, and the way him and Jackie killed the Slitheen was great. I thought it wasn't going to do anything after they splashed it with the food they found, and I laughed a bit, and then it blew up the alien. That was pretty unexpected and a fun way to defeat the villain. The actors who portrayed the Slitheen in human form weren't that good, but I liked how the family had a reason as to why they invaded the planet. World War Three is a great follow up episode to Aliens of London with a nice ending for Harriet Jones, but once again Jackie is a very annoying character who isn't very likable, and although the story in this two parter was good, there were too many plot conveniences like the Doctor standing near an elevator while put at gunpoint. I also noticed that they reused the elevator shot from Rose in this episode, and I wasn't a fan of the "I could save the world but lose you" scene. Still, 8/10
S1, E5 - World War Three: 'Mickey the Idiot, Save the World'
liamdonovan20103 October 2011
Warning: Spoilers
After a mediocre and often annoying first part we come to the conclusion. With the Doctor being killed along with a host of other 'experts' and Rose and Harriet Jones running from a stripped down Margaret Blaine the suspense is at its height. The Doctor soon overcomes the Slitheen trap reversing it and in an attempt to foil their disguise fails only to be framed for mass murder. Not good then. Soon enough he has regrouped with his loyal companion and Jones as they convene in the cabinet room sealed by steel. As the Slitheen trick the world leaders into releasing defence codes to face a fake threat the Doctor makes a decision that could see the end of Rose. In the end he calls upon Mickey 'The Idiot' to hack into the navy, rather easily I might add, and sends a missile towards Downing Street foiling the Slitheen.
A rather extensive synopsis there. Don't be fooled though that this episode is an explosive showcase of action. It isn't. Unfortunately it suffers from the same problems as the first part. The farting continues and the episode just isn't strong enough. It lulls all the time and unfortunately half the episode is spent in one room. There is action going on around it but the vinegar allergy that destroys the Slitheen is comical. It is as if these aliens are made for a kids show and it is no surprise that they have become a constant feature on the SJ Adventures as they seem directly centred towards kids. There is also a lot of far fetched rubbish lingering through the episode. The ease of breaking into the Navy made little sense as did the knee-jerk release of the defence codes. What proof was there?
Through all the negatives there were still positives. There are some fun moments including the 'narrowing down' process which resulted in perhaps the only interesting thing about the Slitheen. Where they're from: Raxacollicofallapatorios. Hope I got that right. I also like Harriet Jones a lot more in this episode. She had more backbone and had some nice dialogue with Rose. I nearly forgot, hiding in a cupboard? Please!
OVERALL - 5.0: Very disappointing. It doesn't improve on the faults of the first part and adds more unrealistic events to what is a poor second part. Not one to dwell upon.
A rather extensive synopsis there. Don't be fooled though that this episode is an explosive showcase of action. It isn't. Unfortunately it suffers from the same problems as the first part. The farting continues and the episode just isn't strong enough. It lulls all the time and unfortunately half the episode is spent in one room. There is action going on around it but the vinegar allergy that destroys the Slitheen is comical. It is as if these aliens are made for a kids show and it is no surprise that they have become a constant feature on the SJ Adventures as they seem directly centred towards kids. There is also a lot of far fetched rubbish lingering through the episode. The ease of breaking into the Navy made little sense as did the knee-jerk release of the defence codes. What proof was there?
Through all the negatives there were still positives. There are some fun moments including the 'narrowing down' process which resulted in perhaps the only interesting thing about the Slitheen. Where they're from: Raxacollicofallapatorios. Hope I got that right. I also like Harriet Jones a lot more in this episode. She had more backbone and had some nice dialogue with Rose. I nearly forgot, hiding in a cupboard? Please!
OVERALL - 5.0: Very disappointing. It doesn't improve on the faults of the first part and adds more unrealistic events to what is a poor second part. Not one to dwell upon.
For Sale: One Planet: Slightly Used!
ShadeGrenade12 June 2010
Warning: Spoilers
'World War Three' continues the story begun in 'Aliens Of London'. The Doctor, Rose and Harriet Jones ( Penelope Wilton ), M.P. for Flydale North, are trapped in the Cabinet Room in 10, Downing Street, while the grotesque Slitheen lurk outside. The creatures are not here to take us over ( which makes a nice change ) but wish to ignite a global holocaust so as to profit when Earth becomes a mass of radioactive slag ( an idea pinched from 'The Dominators', broadcast in 1968 ).
As I said before, not only are the Slitheen fairly ridiculous in appearance ( though the C.G.I. versions do not look too bad ), but have a propensity to make farting noises, which alas negates any suspense generated. The 'fake alien invasion' aspect is clearly a spoof on the war in Iraq. Nothing wrong with political allegories, its just that coating them with unnecessary toilet humour is not a good idea.
The Doctor saves the day by giving Mickey the computer codes needed to fire a missile at Downing Street. Up goes the place, although our heroes are safe inside a closet ( if you can believe it! ). Total nonsense from beginning to end, although it has some incidental pleasures such as a quick mention of U.N.I.T. ( the para-military organisation the Third Doctor allied himself to ). The Slitheen are probably the least impressive monster of the R.T.D. era ( although the Adipose from Season 4's 'Partners In Crime' gives them competition ) and only made one further appearance in 'Dr.Who' ( Season 1's 'Boom Town' ) before going to to menace Elisabeth Sladen in 'The Sarah Jane Adventures'.
As I said before, not only are the Slitheen fairly ridiculous in appearance ( though the C.G.I. versions do not look too bad ), but have a propensity to make farting noises, which alas negates any suspense generated. The 'fake alien invasion' aspect is clearly a spoof on the war in Iraq. Nothing wrong with political allegories, its just that coating them with unnecessary toilet humour is not a good idea.
The Doctor saves the day by giving Mickey the computer codes needed to fire a missile at Downing Street. Up goes the place, although our heroes are safe inside a closet ( if you can believe it! ). Total nonsense from beginning to end, although it has some incidental pleasures such as a quick mention of U.N.I.T. ( the para-military organisation the Third Doctor allied himself to ). The Slitheen are probably the least impressive monster of the R.T.D. era ( although the Adipose from Season 4's 'Partners In Crime' gives them competition ) and only made one further appearance in 'Dr.Who' ( Season 1's 'Boom Town' ) before going to to menace Elisabeth Sladen in 'The Sarah Jane Adventures'.
Vinegar Stroke
southdavid5 March 2020
This concluding part of the first two part story in Nu Who is, for my money, a little underwhelming but it wraps up the story in a way I'd totally forgotten in the intervening years.
With The Doctor (Christopher Eccleston), Rose (Billie Piper), Harriet Jones (Penelope Wilton) and Jackie (Camille Coduri) all seemingly at the mercy of the Slitheen, it takes the Doctors quick thinking and alien physiology to save them. From there, the Slitheen's dastardly plan becomes apparent and the future of the planet, lands in the hands of Mickey (Noel Clarke).
So what did I like about this one? Well, everyone is settling into their performances and group dynamics a little more now. Mickey is less scared of the Doctor and more resentful - Jackie is addressing the one aspect that isn't usually discussed, that being the Doctors companion is enormously dangerous and it's the truth is that there are families that simply never see their relatives again. There is, mercifully, less farting in this episode and a lot more menace from the Slitheen. The CGI versions of the characters, used in the running scenes are actually a pretty decent effect - unfortunately - they don't bare much relationship with the practical costumed version - both the scale and colour is wrong.
I didn't care much for the resolution though. Though dropping a missile on themselves (and blowing up 10 Downing Street) was spectacular, it wasn't exactly the sort of clever out I was expecting - particularly after the reveal about the effect of Vinegar on the Calcium based Slitheen, which I assumed was going to feature somehow. Launching a missile seems like something the Doctor ought to utilise more often if that's a tactic available to him. That said, it does keep up the idea that the Doctor has killed each alien he's come across so far, which if I remember rightly does play into the next episode. Time has given the "weapons of mass destruction" lines as little less context than they had 15 years ago, still with the Iraq war fresh in our minds. It did make me smile though when people complain that 2020 Doctor Who has gone political.
The first episode I'd describe as "alright" rather than "good" - but I know there's better to come.
With The Doctor (Christopher Eccleston), Rose (Billie Piper), Harriet Jones (Penelope Wilton) and Jackie (Camille Coduri) all seemingly at the mercy of the Slitheen, it takes the Doctors quick thinking and alien physiology to save them. From there, the Slitheen's dastardly plan becomes apparent and the future of the planet, lands in the hands of Mickey (Noel Clarke).
So what did I like about this one? Well, everyone is settling into their performances and group dynamics a little more now. Mickey is less scared of the Doctor and more resentful - Jackie is addressing the one aspect that isn't usually discussed, that being the Doctors companion is enormously dangerous and it's the truth is that there are families that simply never see their relatives again. There is, mercifully, less farting in this episode and a lot more menace from the Slitheen. The CGI versions of the characters, used in the running scenes are actually a pretty decent effect - unfortunately - they don't bare much relationship with the practical costumed version - both the scale and colour is wrong.
I didn't care much for the resolution though. Though dropping a missile on themselves (and blowing up 10 Downing Street) was spectacular, it wasn't exactly the sort of clever out I was expecting - particularly after the reveal about the effect of Vinegar on the Calcium based Slitheen, which I assumed was going to feature somehow. Launching a missile seems like something the Doctor ought to utilise more often if that's a tactic available to him. That said, it does keep up the idea that the Doctor has killed each alien he's come across so far, which if I remember rightly does play into the next episode. Time has given the "weapons of mass destruction" lines as little less context than they had 15 years ago, still with the Iraq war fresh in our minds. It did make me smile though when people complain that 2020 Doctor Who has gone political.
The first episode I'd describe as "alright" rather than "good" - but I know there's better to come.
Flatulent aliens invade London
Tweekums21 January 2018
Warning: Spoilers
These comments refer to the whole two part story; 'Aliens of London' and 'World War Three' not just the latter episode.
As this story begins The Doctor and Rose return to present day London; The Doctor states that only twelve hours have passed so Rose heads home intending to tell her mother that she spent the night at a friend's... unfortunately The Doctor was mistaken, twelve months have passed and Rose's mother understandably wants to know where she has been and why she didn't call. Soon afterwards all that seems unimportant as an alien craft smashes though Big Ben and crashes into the Thames. The Prime Minister appears to have gone missing so his deputy assembles various people in Downing Street; as an expert on aliens The Doctor is invited. It turns out the acting PM is an alien in a human 'suit' and he and his family have plans for the Earth. It will be up to The Doctor, Rose and backbench MP Harriet Jones to save humanity with a little help from Mickey.
After a fine first three episodes this story felt a little weak. The aliens were more embarrassing than amusing as the technology that shrinks them to fit in human bodies also made them break wind on a regular basis; it was little better when they were in there natural form as they looked too much like the 'men in rubber suit' aliens that were mocked in the original series. Once we learn the aliens' motives there are more problems; they want the nuclear launch codes to be released by the United Nations but no attempt at explaining why the UN would hold the codes makes sense; anybody with the most basic understanding of the nuclear deterrent would know that it relies on the country being able to deploy the weapons without the say-so of a third party! After all I've said one might think I thought this was terrible; actually I don't. It wasn't as good as the previous stories and contained flaws but it also had some good points; I liked Penelope Wilton's performance as Harriet Jones and there were some suitably scary moments as well as a few laughs.
As this story begins The Doctor and Rose return to present day London; The Doctor states that only twelve hours have passed so Rose heads home intending to tell her mother that she spent the night at a friend's... unfortunately The Doctor was mistaken, twelve months have passed and Rose's mother understandably wants to know where she has been and why she didn't call. Soon afterwards all that seems unimportant as an alien craft smashes though Big Ben and crashes into the Thames. The Prime Minister appears to have gone missing so his deputy assembles various people in Downing Street; as an expert on aliens The Doctor is invited. It turns out the acting PM is an alien in a human 'suit' and he and his family have plans for the Earth. It will be up to The Doctor, Rose and backbench MP Harriet Jones to save humanity with a little help from Mickey.
After a fine first three episodes this story felt a little weak. The aliens were more embarrassing than amusing as the technology that shrinks them to fit in human bodies also made them break wind on a regular basis; it was little better when they were in there natural form as they looked too much like the 'men in rubber suit' aliens that were mocked in the original series. Once we learn the aliens' motives there are more problems; they want the nuclear launch codes to be released by the United Nations but no attempt at explaining why the UN would hold the codes makes sense; anybody with the most basic understanding of the nuclear deterrent would know that it relies on the country being able to deploy the weapons without the say-so of a third party! After all I've said one might think I thought this was terrible; actually I don't. It wasn't as good as the previous stories and contained flaws but it also had some good points; I liked Penelope Wilton's performance as Harriet Jones and there were some suitably scary moments as well as a few laughs.
A great conclusion
robertmooring-139025 April 2018
Was it good?, Or Bland
rohanumpleby-3405717 July 2022
Warning: Spoilers
This episode isn't very exciting, The Slitheens get destroyed buy a bomb, nice. If that isn't bad enough the Slitheens have weird voices, as they are crocky but in The Sarah Jane Adventures they are fine. But and a BIG but Christopher Eccleston was on fire again. " I could save the world but lose you " gives me chills, and is a fantastic piece of dialogue. The episode also shows us more about the Slitheens, which was good to see. The Performances buy the main cast was brilliant. The best part of the episode was the Narrows it done to try and defeat the Slitheens, the acting was top-notch there. Also hilarious,it was also hilarious as the expressions on there faces. The worst part of the episode is the fact that the Slitheens die so easily, would of been nicer if they didn't rush it. But this episode did have interesting things inside this episode, and has some things that need improvements, like the Slitheen design for starters.
So,
Was it good?, Or bland
It was Decent. 6.0/10.
So,
Was it good?, Or bland
It was Decent. 6.0/10.
"Raxacoricofallapatorious!"
MaxBorg8918 December 2008
World War Three is a satisfying, but not perfect conclusion to the story that began in Aliens of London. Not that there are any major defects; just some dodgy FX work when the actual aliens are revealed.
The green men in question - twist: they're big, despite what has been said in The X-Files - call themselves the Slitheen, and they are posing as the Prime Minister and his aides in order to declare a new war, which will end with Earth's destruction. The only person who can stop them is the Doctor, but since he is "trapped" in an emergency room with Rose and one Harriet Jones (Penelope Wilton), he's gonna need some help from Rose's boyfriend Mickey Smith (Noel Clarke), who doesn't really get along with the Time Lord to begin with.
This story has it all (minus the aforementioned perfection required from the special effects): suspense, action, great dialogue and interesting characters. Mickey gets to evolve significantly after being reduced to little more than an extra in earlier episodes, and Wilton's contribution leaves the door open for further developments later on. More than anything, though, the episode's real triumph is Eccleston, who has his go at another Doctor Who tradition: saying ridiculous names with rock-hard conviction. In this case, he adds his typical grin when he identifies the Slitheen's home planet, Raxacoricofallapatorious (a sci-fi tongue-twister), a rare case in which something that stupid ends up adding to the protagonist's charisma.
The green men in question - twist: they're big, despite what has been said in The X-Files - call themselves the Slitheen, and they are posing as the Prime Minister and his aides in order to declare a new war, which will end with Earth's destruction. The only person who can stop them is the Doctor, but since he is "trapped" in an emergency room with Rose and one Harriet Jones (Penelope Wilton), he's gonna need some help from Rose's boyfriend Mickey Smith (Noel Clarke), who doesn't really get along with the Time Lord to begin with.
This story has it all (minus the aforementioned perfection required from the special effects): suspense, action, great dialogue and interesting characters. Mickey gets to evolve significantly after being reduced to little more than an extra in earlier episodes, and Wilton's contribution leaves the door open for further developments later on. More than anything, though, the episode's real triumph is Eccleston, who has his go at another Doctor Who tradition: saying ridiculous names with rock-hard conviction. In this case, he adds his typical grin when he identifies the Slitheen's home planet, Raxacoricofallapatorious (a sci-fi tongue-twister), a rare case in which something that stupid ends up adding to the protagonist's charisma.
Continued quality, rushed conclusion.
bendtnerfc4 December 2021
More of the same witty satire and dynamic Slitheen action. Presented as both intimidating and cruelly-comedic, they are delightful villains. Just as the previous part of this two-part-story began with frustration, this episode ends with it. Some rather un-satisfying conclusions plague the ending of this likeable two parter, but the high stakes for these mid-season episodes rather set the ending up to be the greatest downfall of the overall story.
Continuation...obviously.
MrFilmAndTelevisionShow17 March 2021
Although the episode I feel was ever so subtly weaker than the first it still doesn't warrant lower than an 8 in my view, it was good and though it could have been better, though I don't know what could have been done to improve it.
More of the same from the last episode
studioAT24 April 2020
Tonally Messy Two Parter
maxglen14 November 2019
I'm actually part of the small group of people who actually has a bit of a soft spot for this story but at the same time I fully understand any critiques. This is a very all over the place serial. All the crash landing stuff and news coverage make it feel gritty and "down to Earth" ironically, but on the other hand and at the same time the Slitheen themselves are portrayed in a very silly and slapstick manor and it just ends up... strange. That being said I think both parts still retain that mid 2000s charm that Ecclestone and most of Tennant's tenure brought with them. I'm going to give "Aliens of London/World War Three" a 7.2 to a 7.3
Better second half
ianweech18 January 2021
A hurried conclusion to get back to the real drama
dkiliane9 January 2019
Warning: Spoilers
The second part of the 2-parter featuring the Slitheen suffers from the same problems as the first part - - namely, the camp, the utter silliness of the villains largely negates them as a threat.
I understand there is a political parody sandwhiched in there somewhere, but, come on, defeated by vinegar, really? Also how easily hackable military security is in this episode is also quite ridiculous, and really seems to just be there to hurry to the climax of the episode, and how the Doctor and co survive the climax is similarly ridiculous.
However, there is a remarkable amount of character growth in this episode, especially on the parts of Jackie and Mickey, and Rose's decision to abandon them again to travel with the Doctor while her mom quietly pleads for her not to go is actually a bit heartbreaking. The stand out performances with the growth of these characters elevated this episode slightly above its predecessor. 7/10
I understand there is a political parody sandwhiched in there somewhere, but, come on, defeated by vinegar, really? Also how easily hackable military security is in this episode is also quite ridiculous, and really seems to just be there to hurry to the climax of the episode, and how the Doctor and co survive the climax is similarly ridiculous.
However, there is a remarkable amount of character growth in this episode, especially on the parts of Jackie and Mickey, and Rose's decision to abandon them again to travel with the Doctor while her mom quietly pleads for her not to go is actually a bit heartbreaking. The stand out performances with the growth of these characters elevated this episode slightly above its predecessor. 7/10
A Mixed Bag With a Satisfying Conclusion
hwiltshire-068893 April 2024
Warning: Spoilers
World War Three serves as the action-packed conclusion to the Slitheen two-parter begun in Aliens of London. While it doesn't quite reach the heights of classic Doctor Who, it delivers a satisfying resolution with some notable improvements over its predecessor.
The episode benefits from a tighter focus. The political satire takes a back seat to a more direct alien invasion plot, raising the stakes considerably. The Doctor's desperation and Rose's bravery are well-portrayed by Eccleston and Piper, respectively. There's a genuine sense of danger that keeps the story engaging.
The return of the Slitheen allows for some humorous moments, though the fart gags are thankfully toned down compared to Aliens of London. The domestic conflict with Rose's family adds a relatable layer, especially with the ever-feisty Jackie Tyler.
However, the episode isn't without flaws. The special effects, particularly for the Slitheen in their human disguises, haven't aged well. Some plot points, like the internet-based missiles, feel a little goofy. The supporting cast, apart from Rose's family, remain largely underdeveloped.
Overall, World War Three is a solid conclusion to the Slitheen arc. It's a definite step up from Aliens of London with a more focused plot, higher stakes, and a satisfying climax. While some elements feel a little dated, the core Doctor-Rose dynamic and the sense of adventure elevate the episode.
The episode benefits from a tighter focus. The political satire takes a back seat to a more direct alien invasion plot, raising the stakes considerably. The Doctor's desperation and Rose's bravery are well-portrayed by Eccleston and Piper, respectively. There's a genuine sense of danger that keeps the story engaging.
The return of the Slitheen allows for some humorous moments, though the fart gags are thankfully toned down compared to Aliens of London. The domestic conflict with Rose's family adds a relatable layer, especially with the ever-feisty Jackie Tyler.
However, the episode isn't without flaws. The special effects, particularly for the Slitheen in their human disguises, haven't aged well. Some plot points, like the internet-based missiles, feel a little goofy. The supporting cast, apart from Rose's family, remain largely underdeveloped.
Overall, World War Three is a solid conclusion to the Slitheen arc. It's a definite step up from Aliens of London with a more focused plot, higher stakes, and a satisfying climax. While some elements feel a little dated, the core Doctor-Rose dynamic and the sense of adventure elevate the episode.
This Story Didn't Need To Be Dragged Out for Two Episodes
elvirammomo7 January 2024
I really don't see why this particular story was two whole episodes. They could've cut it all down to one and saved me the pain of sitting through more of the Slitheen. Harriet also isn't all that likeable to me, she's too one dimensional and idealistic in a very annoying did high school model UN way. Yet again, the only good parts are Mickey and Rose's mom teaming up to defend themselves and help Rose. They carried the entire episode's emotional appeal on their backs and made the whole storyline more interesting (even though it wasn't still). Them standing there showing how hard the Doctor's travels are on them is a really important beginning of showing the consequences of being a companion. I think there's more interesting episodes like these, that involve the entire world, in future seasons that are done really well. If I remember correctly, Matt Smith has several of those.
Excellent character work makes up for the silly Slytheens
stevenjlowe8231 August 2023
Warning: Spoilers
So the second installment of this 2 part alien invasion episode was equal measures of both silly and dramatic.
Now none of the drama came from the Slytheen takeover of Earth in fact that's where all the silly was. They just never seemed that threatening and came across more like bumbling idiots than a serious threat to anyone. However I very much enjoyed watching the pop like big gross boogers it was highly entertaining.
The drama came from the excellent character work that this episode gave us. We can see the bond between the Doctor and Rose is intensifying but not in a romantic way, well at least not for now. Rose really showed a very honorable side to her in being prepared to do whatever it takes to save the day regardless of the risk to herself and also putting 100% pure faith and trust in the Doctor. It's great foreshadowing of what's to come for Rose.
Now none of the drama came from the Slytheen takeover of Earth in fact that's where all the silly was. They just never seemed that threatening and came across more like bumbling idiots than a serious threat to anyone. However I very much enjoyed watching the pop like big gross boogers it was highly entertaining.
The drama came from the excellent character work that this episode gave us. We can see the bond between the Doctor and Rose is intensifying but not in a romantic way, well at least not for now. Rose really showed a very honorable side to her in being prepared to do whatever it takes to save the day regardless of the risk to herself and also putting 100% pure faith and trust in the Doctor. It's great foreshadowing of what's to come for Rose.
Not good
ilovegod-974707 January 2018
Farting aliens? Really? Doctor Who is my favorite show, but these episodes are not good. Harriet Jones is a good character, but the farting aliens just kill any momentum the story has going. A 7.1 is way too high for these episodes.
If this episode made you quit watching, keep on going, because it gets really good.
If this episode made you quit watching, keep on going, because it gets really good.
A fitting conclusion
jackparrishjp21 June 2019
Warning: Spoilers
So, this episode has some really good moments and some really odd moments for instance Harriot Jones' speech about being the only elected representative was very cool as she was just an extra body in the last episode.
Also, later on when all the slythin appear and we see it from the perspective of the press really helps add a bodysnatchers type feel as these aliens have invaded the highest seats in power and intent to do evil.
In addition to this, the science is actually solid behind the exploding slythin, not a major point but hey.
Furthermore, the slytnin plan is absolutely amazing it is magnificent in my opinion as it makes for once perfect scene and doesn't relie on high sci fi concepts and instead just uses them as a conduit to tell a story that reflects human nature which is very very poignant and reflects the classic series of who much better.
Not much really to say here other than its a great episode but my god launching a missile is so easy according to this episode. But then again remember the Hawaii incident from last year? Yep.
Also, later on when all the slythin appear and we see it from the perspective of the press really helps add a bodysnatchers type feel as these aliens have invaded the highest seats in power and intent to do evil.
In addition to this, the science is actually solid behind the exploding slythin, not a major point but hey.
Furthermore, the slytnin plan is absolutely amazing it is magnificent in my opinion as it makes for once perfect scene and doesn't relie on high sci fi concepts and instead just uses them as a conduit to tell a story that reflects human nature which is very very poignant and reflects the classic series of who much better.
Not much really to say here other than its a great episode but my god launching a missile is so easy according to this episode. But then again remember the Hawaii incident from last year? Yep.
Series 1 Episode 5
kevinwilliam-0804424 June 2021
A disappointing 2nd part
warlordartos5 April 2020
I think they should have just made a 1 hour special with this one and last weeks episode. Lots of filling done in here and dragged right out in order to get the full 40+ min show time.
Sorry the writers just went too far on this one.
Sorry the writers just went too far on this one.
What a shame it was a two parter...
Otter_13 November 2018
Warning: Spoilers
The farting aliens sadly continue to, erm... grace... our screens.
Again, watching from 2018 makes me feel like I just can't give it a low rating. I'm trying to think of it as a product of its time.
Poor Mickey really was unnecessarily picked on by the Doctor, though.
Still, a nice ending for Harriet Jones! She was the saving grace of these episodes!
Again, watching from 2018 makes me feel like I just can't give it a low rating. I'm trying to think of it as a product of its time.
Poor Mickey really was unnecessarily picked on by the Doctor, though.
Still, a nice ending for Harriet Jones! She was the saving grace of these episodes!
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