The Lone Survivor: A Look Back at " Dalek " (S1E6) First broadcast on , " Dalek " redefined the most iconic villains of Doctor Who for a new generation. Written by Robert Shearman and directed by Joe Ahearne, the episode is widely considered a fan favorite and a turning point for Christopher Eccleston’s Ninth Doctor. The Story: Salt Plains and Space Monsters
: Rose Tyler, feeling compassion for the creature, touches its casing. This physical contact allows the Dalek to absorb her DNA and time-travel energy, enabling it to regenerate its broken systems and begin a massacre through the base. [S1E6] Dalek
While previous eras of the show often featured Daleks in massive armies, this episode focuses on the terrifying efficiency of just . The Lone Survivor: A Look Back at "