Hero said:
Was Series 8 any good? I have a Who itch that I'd like to know if it's worth to scratch.
Sorry, I'm a few days late; I know others have responded, but I'd like to add my 2 cents.
From your statement, it's unclear if you've ever watched Doctor Who before. If you're curious about the show and want to scratch your Who itch for the first time, I wouldn't recommend starting with the modern series, season 8. While I found it very satisfying, many found it too dark and the Doctor too abrasive. (I think he was written that way on purpose. What's open for debate is whether the experiment or its results were effective.)
If you want to experience Doctor Who for the first time via DVD or a streaming service, I would recommend starting with the 2005 launch, and the episode "Rose." Just about everyone likes Christopher Eccleston's portrayal of the Doctor, and everything that you need to know about the overarching mythos is explained as you go along.
If this isn't your first time, if you've already experienced Doctor Who and like it, then definitely watch new Season 8. You'll either really enjoy it, as I did, or it'll make a great conversation piece.
Hope this helps!