Where to start
Doctor Who
3 versions · originally a series, 2005
Themes: Time Travel Paradoxes, Alien Encounters, Redemption, Hope, Regeneration.
Doctor Who is a sprawling, imaginative saga centered on a time-traveling alien protector who defends the universe against extraordinary extraterrestrial threats.
✦ Most fans start here
Doctor Who (2005)
The original tv
✦ Start hereDoctor Who
Sydney Newman · Series · 2005
Doctor Who (2005) serves as the definitive entry point, establishing the core premise of a 900-year-old Time Lord whose mastery of time travel makes him the ultimate guardian of various planets.
2006 series
Torchwood
Russell T Davies · Series · 2006
Torchwood (2006) offers a specialized perspective on the franchise, focusing exclusively on a dedicated team tasked with investigating the strange, unusual, and extraterrestrial occurrences that plague the Earth's modern landscape.
2007 series
The Sarah Jane Adventures
Russell T Davies · Series · 2007
The Sarah Jane Adventures (2007) expands the franchise's scope by centering on Sarah Jane Smith, exploring a world where constant alien threats and mystery are encountered by those seeking wonder and adventure.
Common questions
Is Torchwood related to Doctor Who?
Yes, Torchwood is a spin-off series that originated from the 2005 Doctor Who revival. The show features characters and concepts established within the Doctor Who universe, focusing on a secret organization that deals with extraterrestrial threats while the Doctor is away.
What order should I watch Doctor Who and its spin-offs?
You should begin with the 2005 Doctor Who series. Once you are familiar with the characters, you can start Torchwood, which premiered in 2006, and The Sarah Jane Adventures, which debuted in 2007. These series run concurrently with later seasons of Doctor Who.
Is The Sarah Jane Adventures suitable for Doctor Who fans?
Yes, The Sarah Jane Adventures is a direct spin-off from Doctor Who. It follows a companion from the main series as she investigates alien activity on Earth. It maintains the tone of the parent show and is intended for those who enjoy the Doctor Who universe.
How long has the Doctor Who franchise been running?
The modern iteration of Doctor Who began in 2005. Following its success, the franchise expanded with the launch of Torchwood in 2006 and The Sarah Jane Adventures in 2007, creating a shared television universe that continued to develop across those three specific titles.