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"Torchwood" Sleeper (2008)



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7.7/10   192 votes
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Russell T. Davies (creator)
James Moran (written by)
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Original Air Date:
23 January 2008 (Season 2, Episode 2)
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When a burglary turns into a slaughter, Torchwood suspect alien involvement. Who is Beth, and can she be as innocent as she seems... more | add synopsis
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A reasonable second episode to the new series more (5 total)

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50 min (approx.)
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Quotes:
Ianto Jones: They know more about this place than I do.
[bangs fist on table]
Ianto Jones: Nobody knows more than I do!
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4 out of 9 people found the following comment useful.
A reasonable second episode to the new series, 23 January 2008
7/10
Author: DVD_Connoisseur from England

Showing a notably reduced budget than the impressive season opener, "Sleeper" is a much smaller scale tale with some decent moments. When burglars are brutally slain by an unknown assailant, Torchwood are called in to investigate.

A lot has been said about John Barrowman's acting but he's the bright Christmas ornament that shines out from the otherwise rather unexciting Torchwood team. While Barrowman's acting scale may be somewhat limited, his matinée idol appearance and general jovial nature make him a watchable screen hero. While I've pondered the mysteries of Ianto Jones's appeal to fans for literally minutes, I must confess he does have some half decent one liners in the new series.

7 out of 10. This episode has the atmosphere of an old "Doctor Who" episode mixed with an ITV sci-fi series. It's low budget goodness with a few thrills.

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