In both the classic and rebooted shows, the Autons took the form of plastic shop-window mannequins.

It was one of the shows least dramatic monster redesigns, and consequently one of the most forgettable.

The Macra later returned inGridlock, aDoctor Whoepisode featuring one ofDavid Tennants best performances as the Doctor.

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Although they were defeated fairly easily, their increased scale was a treat to see on-screen.

The aliens are cousins of the Silurians, and lived on Earth before humanity came to inhabit the planet.

However, the rebooted Silurians more humanoid appearance actually serves a purpose in the story.

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Its a much less clean and refined version of the character, but that fits perfectly with his backstory.

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An alien from the planet Gallifrey travels through time and space to explore, solve problems and fight injustice while also making friends with human beings. His spaceship, called TARDIS, resembles a police box, but it is much more than it appears to be.

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