Andrew Staines Movies
- 1974
In the fifth episode of the six-part story "Planet of the Spiders," the Doctor travels to the planet Metebelis 3, in hopes of rescuing his companion, Sarah (Katy Manning). There he is given an ultimatum: immediately return the precious blue crystal, which he stole from Metebelis during a previous visit, or all mankind will be destroyed. Grimly, the Doctor weighs the alternatives, which include his own likely death once the crystal is given back to its rightful owner, spider-empress the Great One. Written by Robert Sloman, "Planet of the Spiders, Episode 5" originally aired on June 1, 1974. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Jon Pertwee, Elisabeth Sladen, (more)
- 1974
In the fourth episode of the six-part story "Planet of the Spiders," the crooked Lupton (John Dearth) has stolen the powerful blue crystal coveted by the spider empress of the planet Metebelis 3. The empress' minions take over Lupton's mind, enabling the Doctor (Jon Pertwee), who brought the crystal to Earth in the first place, to determine that mankind will be destroyed unless the precious item is returned to its rightful owner. Meanwhile, Sarah (Katy Manning) is captured and transported to Metebelis 3 as a means of drawing the Doctor out. Written by Robert Sloman, "Planet of the Spiders, Episode 4" originally aired on May 25, 1974. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Jon Pertwee, Elisabeth Sladen, (more)
- 1974
In the second episode of the six-part story "Planet of the Spiders," a trio of spider-like creatures from the planet Metebelis 3 are ordered to go to earth to retrieve a powerful blue crystal previously "borrowed" by the Doctor (Jon Pertwee). Unfortunately, there are several other parties interested in the crystal, which is subsequently passed from hand to hand like a hot potato -- with astonishing consequences for the Doctor and his friends. Written by Robert Sloman, "Planet of the Spiders, Episode 2" originally aired on May 11, 1974. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Jon Pertwee, Elisabeth Sladen, (more)
- 1974
Season 11 of Doctor Who came to a spectacular end with the six-part adventure "Planet of the Spiders." Written by Robert Sloman, this adventure finds the Doctor (Jon Pertwee) suffering the consequences of stealing a powerful blue crystal from the planet Meteblis 3 in the previous story arc "The Green Death." In episode one, which originally aired on May 4, 1974, the Doctor's traveling companion, Sarah (Elisabeth Sladen), is summoned by her boss, Mike Yates (Richard Franklin), to investigate a suspicious transcendental meditation group. This assignment turns out to be a direct link to sinister intrigues on Metebelis 3 and the first step towards a profound epiphany for the Doctor. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Jon Pertwee, Elisabeth Sladen, (more)
- 1974
In the conclusion of the "transitional" six-part Doctor Who story "Planet of the Spiders," the Doctor returns the precious blue crystal to the Great One, the spider-empress of the planet Metebelis 3. As expected, the crystal endows the empress with incredible powers -- too incredible, in fact. The events of the past five episodes cause the Doctor to come face to face with his own fears, shortcomings, and inner demons -- leading, inevitably, to the fourth of his periodic "regenerations" (and a farewell to Jon Pertwee). Written by Robert Sloman, "Planet of the Spiders, Episode 6" originally aired on June 8, 1974, as the final episode of Doctor Who's 11th season. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Jon Pertwee, Elisabeth Sladen, (more)
- 1973
In the third episode of the four-part story "Carnival of Monsters," the miniaturized Doctor (Jon Pertwee) and Jo (Katy Manning) are still imprisoned in the Miniscope, an intergalactic carnival sideshow device. Hoping for a quick getaway, the Doctor matches wits with Vorg (Leslie Dwyer), a crooked carnival entrepreneur from the planet Lurman. Meanwhile, a revolution breaks out on the planet where the Miniscope has been put on display by Vorg and his equally disreputable assistant, Shirna (Cheryl Hall). Written by Robert Holmes, "Carnival of Monsters, Episode 3" first aired on February 10, 1973. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Jon Pertwee, Katy Manning, (more)
- 1971
Season eight of Doctor Who began on January 2, 1971, with episode one of the four-part "Terror of the Autons." In a follow-up to the previous season's "Spearhead From Space," the Doctor (Jon Pertwee) investigates the disappearance of the last Nestene Intelligence energy sphere. He does not yet know that he will soon be crossing swords with a longtime nemesis, a renegade Time Lord known as The Master. This adventure introduced two new regulars: Katy Manning as Jo Grant and Richard Franklin as Mike Yates. Written by Robert Holmes, "Terror of the Autons" was for many years available only in a black-and-white version; the original color version was restored in the late '90s. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Jon Pertwee, Katy Manning, (more)
- 1968
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
- Starring:
- Patrick Troughton, Colin Douglas, (more)
