I watched it, too, and found Christopher Eccleston quite good in the role. He's got the right blend of manic humor and edginess. In my opinion, the best since Tom Baker in the '70's. The production values have certainly improved, but it still has its hallmark cheesiness, which I'd actually miss if it got too good!
"And the postman sighed as he scratched his head, you really rather thought she ought to be dead..."