Here it is folks, the second episode of the new Doctor Who spin-off series.
And it’s with this one that they want to show us that they’re aimed at an older audience than it’s family-oriented parent series. I mean really, would it be acceptable for an alien that survives on sexual energy to appear in the TARDIS, well maybe in some fan-fiction, but on the air. Probably not.

That’s not the case for Torchwood, and Captain Jack and his crew are in for a hot one this week. Cardiff’s nightlife is thrown a curve when murders start happening, murders tied into sex. And this week, the series has it’s fair share, and isn’t really shy about it. If you’re feeling prudish you may want to skip tonight’s ep, as there’s heterosexual, homosexual and bisexual sex if not entirely seen then blatantly alluded to.

It helps set the tone for the very more adult themed viewing of the series.

It’s not family viewing folks, so please be advised. But I do like that the series isn’t afraid to go dark, gritty, and sexy.

And yes, I will be the first to admit that an alien who survives on sexual energy is a little cheesy, but it’s good cheesy fun if you’re willing to sit back and enjoy it.

That’s my recommendation. If you feel like it’s not your thing, don’t write off the series yet, there’s some really good eps coming down the pipe so stay tuned.

Torchwood airs Saturdays on BBCAmerica.

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