"Eve of the Daleks", the first of three specials planned for 2022 and Jodie Whittaker’s last New Year’s Day episode, promises thrills and chills aplenty as the Doctor gets caught in a time loop with her sworn enemies – the merciless Daleks. It’ll be a blast for Whovians. Keep reading as we explain below how to watch Doctor Who New Year’s Day Special 2022 online – and 100% FREE.
Doctor Who has raked in millions of viewers since its rebirth in 2005, but its New Year’s specials are a particular festive highlight. This time the Daleks are back for revenge after the Time Lord almost destroyed them all in season 13’s climactic closer.
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“Eve of the Daleks” stars Aisling Bea (This Way Up) and Adjani Salmon (Dreaming Whilst Black) as Sarah and Nick, whose New Year’s Eve plans are drearily predictable. Sarah is once more working at her company ELF storage while Nick pays his annual visit to view the enigmatic contents of his locker.
There's romantic tension between them. But before they can articulate it, they’re trapped in a terrifying time loop involving a damaged TARDIS, the thirteenth Doctor, and murderous exterminator Daleks. It's their most memorable New Year’s Eve yet.
Get ready for another action-packed, edge-of-your-seat special. Our guide details below how to watch Doctor Who New Year’s Day Special 2022 online from anywhere – and FREE on BBC iPlayer in the UK (opens in new tab).
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How to watch Doctor Who New Year’s Day Special 2022 online for FREE in the UK
How to watch Doctor Who New Year’s Day Special 2022 online from outside your country
Don't let geo-restrictions ruin your 2022 TV streaming. If you find yourself out of the country, you’ll be unable to access your usual streaming service. However, we can get you out of this sticky situation with the help of our sonic screwdriver. Or, well, a VPN.
The best VPN – otherwise known as a virtual private network – offers a simple solution. This piece of software alters your IP address to appear as though you're based in another country, allowing you to gain access to your preferred streaming platform, and watch episodes live or on-demand just like you would at home.
Three simple steps to using a VPN to watch Doctor Who:
1. Download and install a VPN - we recommend ExpressVPN
2. Connect to the relevant server location - launch the VPN app, click on 'choose location' and select the right location i.e. UK for iPlayer
3. Head to the chosen broadcaster's live stream - in this case, head to the BBC iPlayer (opens in new tab)
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