▶️ Why The Eleventh Hour is one of the most important Doctor Who episodes of all time When The Eleventh Hour aired in 2010, it wasn’t just the start of a new Doctor - it was a total rebirth for Doctor Who. Matt Smith stepped into the TARDIS after David Tennant’s iconic run with Steven Moffat leading an all-new production team, companion and tone. The episode had everything to prove - and it did. From the emotional introduction of Amy Pond to the perfect “timey wimey” balance that hooked both old