Review of The Time Meddler by 15thDoctor
16 June 2024
This review contains spoilers
Series Two finishes in fantastic style, having another Time Lord in the mix (even if they don't label him this way) would be a solid idea for the end of a series even today. This story was well plotted, the revelations of the new TARDIS and someone fiddling with time were fantastic.
Steven's introduction was fantastic, having a slightly confused young man join the team after being introduced to him in the previous story was a stroke of genius. I like the fact they didn't make it obvious he was coming on board. Vicki and Steven are a really comfortable pair, they work together perfectly, it's a shame that they didn't both join at the same time when Ian and Barbara left then Vicki wouldn't have initially felt like such a replacement.
I think it adds a harsh, but interesting edge to the first doctor having him leave the time meddler stranded in 1066, he probably deserves it. I hope this character comes back as he is very interesting, he would be perfect for the new series.