Martyn Huntley Movies
- 1966
In the conclusion of the four-part story "The Gunfighters," the Doctor (William Hartnell) and his companions Steven (Peter Purves) and Dodo (Jackie Lane) may very well meet their doom as the Earps and the Clantons shoot it out at the OK Corral in Tombstone, AZ. Complicating matters is Doc Holliday (Anthony Jacobs), who hasn't yet decided which side he will take in the climactic showdown. Written by Donald Cotton, "Johnny Ringo" was originally telecast on May 21, 1966. For the record, "The Gunfighters" was the last Doctor Who adventure to contain separately titled episodes. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- William Hartnell, Peter Purves, (more)
- 1966
In the third episode of the four-part story "The Gunfighters," the plot continues to thicken in the hours just prior to the gunfight at the OK Corral. Rescued from a lynch mob, Steven (Peter Purves) faces a new threat in the form of gunslinger Johnny Ringo (Laurence Payne). The Doctor (William Hartnell) is torn between rescuing Steven and coming to the aid of the still-imperiled Dodo (Jackie Lane). Written by Donald Cotton, "Johnny Ringo" was originally telecast on May 14, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- William Hartnell, Peter Purves, (more)
- 1964
In the second episode of the six-part story "Dalek Invasion of Earth," the Doctor (William Hartnell) and Ian (William Russell) are captured by the Daleks, who rule the Earth of the 22nd century. Rescued by freedom fighters, the two time travelers learn of the plague that has enslaved all of humankind. As his other companions, Susan (Carole Ann Ford) and Barbara (Jacqueline Hill), spearhead an attack against the Daleks, the poor Doctor is recaptured and strapped to a Dalek operating table. Written by Terry Nation, "The Daleks" first aired on November 28, 1964. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- William Hartnell, William Russell, (more)
- 1964
In the third episode of the six-part story "Dalek Invasion of Earth," the Doctor (William Hartnell) is rescued from a Dalek operating table by his traveling companions. By now thoroughly dedicated to fomenting a revolt against the Daleks, the Doctor must first discover why the evil mutants have come to Earth in the first place. If star William Hartnell looks queasy during the closing scenes, it is because the actor injured his spine during filming. Written by Terry Nation, "Day of Reckoning" first aired on December 5, 1964. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- William Hartnell, William Russell, (more)
- 1964
The six-part Dr. Who adventure "Dalek Invasion of Earth" gets under way when the TARDIS materializes in 22nd century England. Trapped outside of their time-traveling vessel, the Doctor (William Hartnell) and his companions quickly learn that the Earth has been taken over by the mutant Daleks from the planet Skaro. Before the Doctor can do anything with this knowledge, his granddaughter Susan (Carole Ann Ford) vanishes, and Barbara (Jacqueline Hill) is seriously injured. Written by Terry Nation, "World's End" first aired on November 21, 1964. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- William Hartnell, William Russell, (more)
- 1964
In the final episode of the six-part story "Dalek Invasion of Earth," the conquering Daleks put their plan to convert the Earth into a giant space vessel into effect. In order to stop the Daleks, the Doctor is forced to release a powerful, magnetically energized bomb -- which may very well destroy all humans as well. Written by Terry Nation, "Flashpoint" first aired on December 26, 1964. This episode represented the final Dr. Who appearance of Carole Ann Ford, who played the Doctor's granddaughter, Susan. The video version of "Dalek Invasion of Earth" is complete, save for the removal of the "Next Episode" teaser at the conclusion. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- William Hartnell, William Russell, (more)
- 1964
In the fourth episode of the six-part story "Dalek Invasion of Earth," the crew of the TARDIS tries to find out why the conquering Daleks have turned the British community of Bedfordshire into a huge mine. At last, the horrible truth is revealed: The Daleks intend to destroy the earth's magnetic core and convert the planet into their own personal space vehicle. Having injured his spine while filming the previous episode "Day of Reckoning," William Hartnell (the Doctor) is largely absent from this episode, with his stand-in, Edmond Warwick, replacing him in long and medium shots. Written by Terry Nation, "The End of Tomorrow" first aired on December 12, 1964. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- William Hartnell, William Russell, (more)
- 1964
In the fifth episode of the six-part story "Dalek Invasion of Earth," the Doctor (William Hartnell) has finally tumbled onto the Daleks' scheme to convert the earth into a huge space vessel. Racing against time, the Doctor must find a way to foil the mutants' plans. He receives help in this respect from a most unexpected source -- but is it already too late to save the world? Written by Terry Nation, "The Walking Ally" first aired on December 18, 1964. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- William Hartnell, William Russell, (more)
- 1964
In the final episode of the six-part story "The Sensorites," the Doctor (William Hartnell), still trapped in the 28th century, finds out who is really responsible for the disease that has been killing off the telepathic Sensorites. But neither the Doctor nor his companions are out of the woods yet -- nor, for that matter, are the Sensorites, whose planet again faces destruction. With time running out, the Doctor must pull one more trick from his sleeve to set things right. Written by Peter R. Newman, "A Desperate Venture" originally aired on August 1, 1964. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- William Hartnell, William Russell, (more)
