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Top 20 Modern Era Doctor Who Monsters Revealed

by Daniel May 28,2025

If there’s one thing Doctor Who is famous for besides its time-travel adventures, sonic screwdrivers, and regenerations, it’s the unforgettable array of monsters that have terrorized the universe—and our favorite Time Lord. As a new season kicks off, we’re diving into the archives to spotlight the most formidable foes in the Doctor’s rogues gallery.

Before we dive in, here’s a quick note: We’ve excluded villains who don’t quite fit the “monster” mold, so you won’t find the Master making an appearance. Additionally, while some of these creatures hail from the classic series, every entry on this list has appeared in at least one episode since the 2005 revival. We believe modern-era monsters tend to pack more punch—and align better with today’s storytelling style. Now, let’s get started. Here are our top 20 Doctor Who monsters.