This production is a phenomenal showcase for the remarkable talents behind its colourisation. The transformation of black-and-white footage into vibrant colour is nothing short of magical, offering an entirely fresh way to experience a familiar story. For long-time fans, it reinvigorates a classic, while for newcomers, it makes the material more accessible and engaging.

When I consider who this is aimed at, I think of someone like my sister. She’s made multiple attempts to engage with classic Doctor Who but often finds the slower pacing inaccessible. Fans like me appreciate the stately, deliberate pace of the originals, which makes certain aspects of this production feel a little breathless at times. While I prefer the slower original version, the brisker pacing here does shine in places, though I think an extra 20 minutes of runtime could have helped the middle section breathe and reduced some of the muddling caused by trimming too much.

That said, I don’t see this as a replacement for the original but as an exciting addition. For fans, it’s a way to re-experience an old story with fresh eyes, and it has the potential to draw in new audiences who might otherwise struggle with the original’s pacing. My sister, for example, loved The Daleks in Colour, largely because its pacing made it more digestible. I’d be fascinated to hear how she feels about this production and whether it struck the same chord.

The new elements—such as cheeky additions, appearances from other Doctors, the regeneration, and the updated music—were delightful and added a sense of playfulness. The overall production quality was stellar, and while I would have loved more time to let certain parts settle, this version remains a triumph. It also leaves open the exciting possibility of a longer cut down the line.

In summary, this is an exceptional piece of work. Fans are incredibly lucky to have this opportunity to reimagine and rediscover classic Doctor Who. While not perfect, it’s a wonderful addition to the canon and a brilliant reimagining for a modern audience.