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Where do I start? (lemmy.dbzer0.com)

submitted 6 days ago by neon_nova@lemmy.dbzer0.com to c/doctorwho@lemmy.world

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Hey, I’m a huge Star Trek fan and have seen all of that stuff endlessly.

I love the Star Trek community, and it seems Doctor who has a similar thing.

So, I want to check out this show. Can someone recommend a good place to start?

Can I just pick a series based on the actor? I was considering the series with Matt Smith. Just because I saw a few clips with him.

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[–] neon_nova@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 points 4 days ago (3 children)

Thanks for sharing some of the culture. I decided to start with the first "series". I've watched 2.5 episodes so far and I have found it to be a bit silly, but not too much. I am interested in the doctor's backstory as a time lord, but please do not spoil it. I am looking forward to finding out more about him over time.

[–] haverholm@kbin.earth 2 points 4 days ago (2 children)

Don't worry, the show will elaborate. The 2005 revival takes great care to phase new viewers in 🙂 Can't argue with your starting at Eccleston!

And yes, Doctor Who is a lighthearted show that can be goofy in one episode but veer into horror in the next... enjoy the ride!

[–] neon_nova@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 points 4 days ago (1 children)

Thanks! I was worried they would never elaborate on the Doctor’s origin.

In Trek, they always reference the Romulans as the enemies, but there are hardly any episodes about them.

[–] haverholm@kbin.earth 2 points 4 days ago

There will be some delicious Time Lord lore dumps, and more... plus, if you really get bit by the Who bug, there are several cool, classic episodes to dive into 🙂