If there’s one thing Doctor Who is famous for besides its time-travel antics, its iconic monsters, and the concept of regeneration, it’s undoubtedly its extensive roster of unforgettable foes. As a new season kicks off, we’re revisiting the show’s legendary rogues gallery to spotlight the most formidable creatures our beloved Time Lord has ever encountered.
To set the stage, a few clarifications: We’ve omitted villains who don’t quite fit the mold of “monsters” in the classic sense—so don’t expect to find the Master on this list. Additionally, while some of these beasts hail from the original series, every entry here has appeared on-screen at least once since the 2005 revival. We simply believe that modern-era monsters tend to pack more punch—and align better with our preferences. Now, without further ado, let’s dive into it. Here are our top 20 Doctor Who monsters.
The Best Doctor Who Monsters of the Modern Era
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