Doctor Who: The Complete Second Series |  | Actors: David Tennant, Billie Piper
Studio: Sci-Fi Channel, The
Category: DVD
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Rating:  177 reviews
Sales Rank: 1,014
Format: Box set, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, Widescreen, NTSC
Language: English (Subtitled)
Region: 1
Discs: 6
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Running Time: 646 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.6 x 1
MPN: 794051278623
UPC: 794051278623
EAN: 0794051278623
ASIN: B000JBWWP6
Theatrical Release Date: January 1, 2006
Release Date: January 16, 2007
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Product Description
The Doctor and his companion Rose travel around the universe and through time to battle Daleks and other evil aliens.
Amazon.com
Christopher Eccleston's tenure as the time-traveling title hero in the venerable UK sci-fi series Doctor Who lasted just 13 episodes, but he left enough of a impression on fans to make some wonder how his replacement, veteran television performer David Tennant, might fare in the role. As this second-series boxed set proves, the answer is: he's a near-perfect Doctor who combines the eccentricities of earlier incarnations (most notably Tom Baker) with a fresh and youthful interpretation of his own, and even brings a healthy dash of romantic chemistry with his sidekick, Rose Tyler (the equally charming Billie Piper). And their adventures retain the solid blend of thoughtful speculative fiction, pulp action, and quirky humor that typified the series at its best. Among the 15 terrific stories contained in the six-disc set are the "Children in Need" (a.k.a. "Pudsey Cutaway") mini-episode from the 2005 Children in Need telethon that showed Eccleston's transformation into Tennant; "School Reunion," in which Elisabeth Sladen returns as Sarah Jane Smith; "The Girl in the Fireplace," which draws together robots in 18th century France with a derelict space station in the distant future; and the season finale, "Army of Ghosts/Doomsday," which not only revives the series' most popular villains, the robotic Daleks, in a head-to-head struggle against the Cybermen, but also marks the final appearance of another series regular. For fans and first-time visitors to the TARDIS alike, the Second Series is simply thrilling sci-fi TV. As with the First Series set, the supplemental features are plentiful here; commentary by the show's cast and crew is provided on each episode, and four feature picture-in-picture commentary tracks; deleted scenes and outtakes are also included, as are video diaries by Tennant and Piper, and a lengthy featurette, "Doctor Who Confidential," which covers nearly every aspect of the series' production, including the introduction of the Torchwood Institute and the return of Sarah Jane, both of which would be featured in their own respective spin-off series (the first in Doctor Who's long history) in 2007. - Paul Gaita
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 One of my favorite TV shows August 17, 2010
Tara
I only discovered Doctor Who a year or so ago and I was hooked ever since. It's a great show for the whole family, I even got my own mother addicted.
 Great Season July 16, 2010
Jonathan Snooks (Alpharetta, GA, USA)
I thought that this was another great season. Great acting, great storylines, pure win. Also interesting that the Doctor became romantically attached to Rose, but the way they broke it off was also good. I'm wondering if other universes mean there are other Doctors? Anyways, the reason I gave this 4 stars instead of 5 is because of how much time the Doctor spends on Earth. In the older series' it seemed like they were always going to other planets and exotic settings, and even though their special effects were primitive back then it still made for an interesting story. I think that I would like to see more exotic settings in the new Dr. Who series and less time spend on earth, and that's wht I gave it 4 stars instead of 5.
Great!!!! July 1, 2010
C. Richard (Virginia USA)
I really liked series 1 of (the new) Dr. Who, but liked this series (series 2) just as much. The new Doctor made for a different experience, but it was a very good one.
Some of the plots were simple (but still original); those episodes were enjoyable. Others had more complex plots - some really, really original I must say - and were excellent. A good variety to be sure.
The Cybermen and Daliks appear in this series - they are really something. A little cheesy, but still great at the same time - maybe because they are a little cheesy. Believe it or not, Satan makes an appearance as well in this series.
I am sorry that the Rose character will not continue into series 3, as she and the Doctor went well together. The current Doctor will continue which is good. It seems that Jackie (Rose's mother and a great character) will not either, nor will Mickey - I won't explain or that will ruin the last episode of the series for you. The last scene with Rose and the Doctor was touching and well done.
I wonder who will run around with the Doctor in series 3 and what adventures they will have. I'll soon see I guess. I suggest you take a look.
Another brilliant season of the new "Dr. Who"! June 14, 2010
Jero Briggs
I'm not sure which season I like better, seasons one or two. In season one there was not one episode I did not like. However, there were three that I did not like in this season, but the good episodes of this season I think were even better than most of those in the first season.
We have a new Doctor, David Tennant. And although I would have liked to have seen Christopher Eccelston in the show for a bit longer, David Tennant does make a great Doctor himself. By just watching his premiere episode, you know that David Tennant was the right man for the job. We also have a great companion, the best since Sarah Jane Smith, depart. Billie Piper as Rose Tylor proved to be a fantastic assistant for the Doctor, and now with season two's finale we see her leave in one of the most dramatic and emotional (and best) goodbyes there ever was for a companion. And we even get to see a small return by Elizabeth Sladen as Sarah Jane Smith and the lovable robotic mut K9 with John Leeson protraying his voice.
Episodes Include:
The Christmas Invasion (five stars)
New Earth (five stars)
Tooth and Claw (five stars)
School Reunion (four stars)
The Girl in the Fireplace (two stars)
Rise of the Cybermen (five stars)
The Age of Steel (five stars)
The Idiot's Lantern (four stars)
The Impossible Planet (five stars)
The Satan Pit (five stars)
Love & Monsters (two stars)
Fear Her (one star)
Army of Ghosts (five stars)
Doomsday (five stars)
In all, a great epic season that I highly recommend!
Who is so much more! March 15, 2010
Autiesmama (Way down South)
It started with random episodes on BBCA...then checking the schedule for episodes...then setting the DVR...and now this boxed set. Must admit unrestricted affection for David Tennant, but he's quite spectacular in every moment of every episode in this set. This Doctor is ebullient, benevolent, witty, and frequently grieved by his responsibility and role in the universe.
Now, I'm an English teacher and not a 12 year old boy, and I've never been much for science fiction at all. Dr. Who is transcends the genre--it is full of archetypes and imagery and allusions to religion, science, culture, history and myth...on the surface, it is lovely, fun, and thoughtful family entertainment. Dig a bit deeper, watch a bit closer, and learn a bit more. I've since got two other Tennant sets and am starting to consider "other" Doctors...all this from someone who doesn't like sci-fi. We never stop learning about ourselves, I guess. Oh, wait, that's yet another English Teacher-loving theme that runs through the series!
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