Top 20 Iconic Doctor Who Monsters of the Modern Era Revealed

Beyond time travel adventures, sonic screwdrivers, and regeneration, Doctor Who is renowned for its unforgettable array of monstrous foes. With a new season underway, we’re revisiting the Doctor’s most formidable adversaries to spotlight the fiercest creatures the Time Lord has encountered.

A few clarifications before we dive in: We’ve excluded villains that don’t fit the classic “monster” archetype, so the Master isn’t included. Also, while some of these beings originated in the classic series, each one listed here has appeared on screen since the 2005 revival. We find the modern-era monsters particularly striking (and they’re more our expertise). With that in mind, here are the top 20 Doctor Who monsters.

The Most Terrifying Doctor Who Monsters of the Modern Era