Doctor Who has been a staple of British TV since its inception, however it surged in popularity during the Christopher Ecclestone led revival.

Though the sci-fi series had some certified spooks prior to Eccleston, NuWho arguably introduced the scariest monsters that even rival some modern horror films. Some are scary in concept, some are scary to look at, but regardless, they managed to give us nightmares and make us quiver.

Let's take a look at the lethal creatures that made us cower behind the couch.

Spin-offs such as Torchwood and the Sarah Jane Adventures will not be included, though if the latter was, the Trickster would make this list.

This list will contain spoilers for a multitude of episodes across NuWho.