Milton Johns Movies

Peter Davison stars as bespectacled, aristocratic private detective Albert Campion in this two-part adaptation of Margery Allingham's novel Death of a Ghost. Each year, the friends of a deceased painter gather to unveil one of his final 12 paintings. It is during one of these annual unveilings that the lights suddenly go out--and when they go back on again, a rather unpleasant young artist named Dacre (Patrick Bailey) turns up murdered. Before long, Dacre's own painting begin mysteriously vanishing. Campion has a pretty good idea who is the killer and thief, but Inspector Oakes (Andrew Burt) is not so easily persuaded--at least, not until murder rears its ugly head yet again. In America, "eath of a Ghost" was telecast November 9 and 16, 1989, as part of the PBS anthology Mystery! ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

The second entry in George Lucas' Star Wars trilogy finds Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill), the green-as-grass hero from the first film, now a seasoned space warrior. Luke's Star Wars cohorts Han Solo (Harrison Ford) and Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher) are likewise more experienced in the ways and means of battling the insidious Empire, as represented by the brooding Darth Vader (body of David Prowse, voice of James Earl Jones). And, of course, "The Force," personified by the ghost of Luke's mentor Ben Kenobi (Alec Guinness), is with them all. Retreating from Vader's minions, Luke ends up, at first, on the Ice Planet Hoth, and then the tropical Dagobah. Here he makes the acquaintance of the gnomish Yoda (voice of Frank Oz), whose all-encompassing wisdom comes in handy during the serial-like perils of the rest of the film. Before the film's open-ended climax, we are introduced to the apparently duplicitous Lando Calrissian (Billy Dee Williams) and are let in on a secret that profoundly affects both Luke and his arch-enemy, Vader. Many viewers consider this award-winning film the best of the Star Wars movies, and its special-effects bonanza was pure gold at the box office. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

In the conclusion of the six-part story "The Invasion of Time," the Sontarans launch their invasion of the Time Lords' home world of Gallifrey. As Lord President, the Doctor (Tom Baker) tackles the responsibility of fending off the Sontarans. But first, he must assemble the forbidden de-mat gun, controlled by the Great Key of Rassilon -- and this act has a very profound effect on both the Doctor and his traveling companion, Leila (Louise Jameson, making her farewell Doctor Who appearance). Written by Graham Williams and Anthony Read under the joint pen name of David Agnew, "The Invasion of Time, Episode 6" originally aired on March 11, 1978, as the final episode of Doctor Who's 15th season. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

In the second episode of the six-part story "The Invasion of Time," the Doctor (Tom Baker), newly appointed the Lord President of Gallifrey, is assigned to help a telepathic race called the Vardans. Curiously, he is also supposed to assist the Vardans in the invasion and takeover of Gallifrey -- and his dedication to duty may have dire consequences for his fellow Time Lords. First telecast February 11, 1978, "The Invasion of Time, Episode 2" was written by Graham Williams and Anthony Read, under the joint pen name of David Agnew. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

In the fourth episode of the six-part story "The Invasion of Time," the bizarre and eccentric behavior of the Doctor (Tom Baker) causes Leela (Louise Jameson) to seriously question his ability to rule Gallifrey as Lord President. For one thing, the Doctor seems determined to allow the telepathic Vardans to invade and conquer Gallifrey. But despite all outward appearances, there is a method in the Doctor's "madness." First telecast February 25, 1978, "The Invasion of Time, Episode 4" was written by Graham Williams and Anthony Read, under the joint pen name of David Agnew. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

Written by Terry Nation, the four-episode adventure "The Android Invasion" begins as the Doctor (Tom Baker) and Sarah (Elisabeth Sladen) arrive in the sleepy English village of Devesham -- or so they think. The disturbing, frightening stillness of the village is the Doctor's first indication that something is terribly amiss. The "surprise" element in the episode will not be surprising to viewers weaned on all though anti-Communist TV dramas of the 1950s and 1960s, wherein the Reds have set up a "typical" American town within their own borders. "The Android Invasion, Episode 1" originally aired on November 22, 1975. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

In the third episode of the four-part story "The Android Invasion," the Doctor (Tom Baker) and Sarah (Elisabeth Sladen) are still trapped in a replica of an English village on the planet Oseidon. This village is the headquarters of the Kraals, who have meticulously prepared a scheme to destroy Mankind and take over the Earth with an army of androids. Only the Doctor can foil this scheme -- and at present, he is nowhere to be found. Written by Terry Nation, "The Android Invasion, Episode 3" originally aired on December 6, 1975. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

In this thriller a race-car driver develops mysterious psychic powers that allow him to warn people of impending danger. No one believes him until he meets an understanding parapsychologist who helps race off to warn those he saw in his terrifying vision. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide

In the conclusion of the six-part story "The Enemy of the World, Episode 6," Patrick Troughton again appears in the dual role of the Doctor and his lookalike, 21st century dictator Salamander. Having been thwarted in his plans to rule the world, Salamander tries to make a quick getaway by posing as the Doctor. Manning the controls of the TARDIS, Salamander is almost successful in his escape -- but when all is said in done, there is only one Doctor Who. Written by David Whitaker, "The Enemy of the World, Episode 6" first aired on January 27, 1968; this episode is presently unavailable. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

In fourth episode of the six-part story "The Enemy of the World," self-styled patriot Giles Kent (Bill Kerr) is revealed to be a traitor, in league with would-be 21st century dictator Salamander. Meanwhile, the Doctor (Patrick Troughton) -- who happens to bear a striking resemblance to Salamander -- has infiltrated the dictator's research station. Alas, the station is blown up, with the Doctor apparently still inside. Conspicuous by their absence throughout the proceedings are the Doctor's companions, Jamie (Frazer Hines) and Victoria (Deborah Watling). Written by David Whitaker, "The Enemy of the World, Episode 4" first aired on January 13, 1968; this episode is presently unavailable. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide