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Doctor Who companions ranked worst to best: from Rose Tyler to Donna Noble

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After nearly a year away, Doctor Who will return to the BBC this Saturday.

Ahead of a full-blown new series, the beloved sci-fi series is kicking things off with three standalone 60th anniversary specials, which will see David Tennant and Catherine Tate reprising their well-loved roles. 

Then, the 14th series, in which Ncuti Gatwa becomes the new Doctor, will begin on December 25.

Ahead of the new series, we’ve ranked some of our favourite companions since the show returned in 2005 – but do you agree with our order?

7) Martha Jones

Martha Jones was a great companion: she

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