If there’s something Doctor Who is known for besides time travel hijinks, sonic screwdrivers, and regeneration, it’s having a vast catalog of memorable monsters. With a new season of Doctor Who upon us, we’re taking a moment to revisit the Doctor’s rogues gallery, highlighting the most formidable monsters our favorite Time Lord has encountered.

Before diving in, a couple of notes: We’ve excluded villains that don’t fit the traditional "monster" category, so you won’t find the Master on this list. Moreover, while some of these creatures have origins in the classic series, each entry has appeared at least once since the 2005 revival. We believe the "modern" monsters are more impactful and align better with our focus. With that said, let’s delve into the list. Here are our top 20 Doctor Who monsters of the modern era.

The Best Doctor Who Monsters of the Modern Era

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