This episode marks the first appearance of the Ood, who would go on to become one of the most iconic and complex recurring alien races in the series.
David Tennant (The Doctor), Billie Piper (Rose Tyler), and Gabriel Woolf as the voice of the Beast. [S2E8] The Impossible Planet
A human expedition is drilling into the planet's core to discover the power source keeping it in orbit. This episode marks the first appearance of the
The story concludes in the follow-up episode, "". Billie Piper (Rose Tyler)
It delves into heavy philosophical territory, exploring the concept of a "devil" figure that predates the universe itself. Production Credits Writer: Matt Jones Director: James Strong
The episode is widely praised for its shift into genuine horror, featuring claustrophobic corridors and the unsettling "red-eye" possession of the Ood.