While chasing burglars, Special Constable Tom Campbell enters a police box—only to find himself aboard TARDIS, a time machine piloted by Dr. Who, his niece Louise, and granddaughter Susan. They arrive in 2150 A.D., where Earth has fallen to the Daleks and team up with freedom fighters to survive.
With more scope, higher stakes, and a more grounded feel than its predecessor, Daleks' Invasion Earth: 2150 A.D. leans into The War of the Worlds for a darker, dystopian tone. Despite being set in 2150, its vision of the future feels unmistakably 1966. Gordon Flemyng’s direction expands the scope, creating a grim yet adventurous atmosphere.
Excellent Peter Cushing’s Dr. Who is edgier, sharper, more commanding. Dr. Who and the Daleks (1965) co-stars Roy Castle and Jennie Linden were unavailable, but their replacements bring new strengths—Bernard Cribbins’ Tom Campbell is less comedic but carries more weight, while Jill Curzon’s Louise is more capable. The impressive young Roberta Tovey returns as Susan but, sadly, isn’t as central as before. Andrew Keir’s Wyler brings grit, making the resistance feel real. The larger supporting cast sometimes makes the story feel crowded.
The Daleks remain imposing, paired with some striking special effects. Flemyng stages the action well, and the film’s large-scale destruction sequences add weight to the threat. Bill McGuffie’s punchy score heightens the tension, blending eerie and dramatic tones effectively.
While Milton Subotsky and David Whitaker’s story is occasionally muddled due to its many characters, the film is just as entertaining as its predecessor. Some influential (head of its time) timeline changing shenanigans are bookended in for good measure.
Overall, its darker edge, solid effects, and bold direction make it a strong, if imperfect, continuation.
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