The War Between the Land and the Sea is Russell T Davies' latest Doctor Who spin-off. Featuring Russell Tovey, Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Jemma Redgrave, the new programme exists within the Doctor Who universe, though notably without the Doctor's presence.

The BBC series, which explores humanity's response when an ancient and formidable species rises from the depths of the ocean, kicked off on Sunday, December 7 with a double bill, and fans of the programme have been raving about the show's visuals.

On social media, one viewer wrote: "Oh my! The War Between the Land and the Sea Is yet another work of utter genius from @russelltdavies63 …beautifully played by @russelltovey.. such a visual treat..words escape me…but I particularly loved the cross references to Dr Who…"

While another added: "R

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