Paddy Russell Movies

In the second episode of the four-part story "The Horror of Fang Rock," the Doctor (Tom Baker) and Leela (Louise Jameson) investigate the mysterious goings-on in the British coastal village of Fang Rock in the early 1900s. A strange object, falling from the sky, has already killed one of the lighthouse keepers. No one yet realizes that this event is but the prelude of a full-scale invasion by the alien Rutans. Written by Terrance Dicks, "The Horror of Fang Rock, Episode 2" first aired on September 10, 1977. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

In the conclusion of the four-part story "The Horror of Fang Rock," lighthouse keeper Reuben (Colin Douglas) is revealed to be a scout from the invading Rutans. In his human guise, the scout continues to sabotage the efforts by the citizens of Fang Rock to prevent a Rutan takeover of the earth. It is up to the Doctor to fend off the aliens by using the means at hand -- namely, a diamond recovered from a recent shipwreck, and a newly installed electric lamp. Written by Terrance Dicks, "The Horror of Fang Rock, Episode 4" first aired on September 17, 1977. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

Arriving in England in the year 1911, the Doctor (Tom Baker) meets archaeologist Marcus Scarman (Bernard Archard), who has discovered a living entity in an ancient Egyptian tomb. That entity turns out to be a dangerous Osirian super genius named Sutekh -- whose game plan includes the destruction of both Mars and the Earth. Written by Stephen Harris, the Doctor Who adventure "Pyramids of Mars" began its four-episode BBC run on October 25, 1975. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

In the second episode of the four-part story "Pyramids of Mars," the body of British archeologist Marcus Scarman (Bernard Archard) has been possessed by evil Osirian criminal genius Sutekh. Acting upon Sutekh's commands, Scarman prepares to destroy the Martian force-field which holds the villain's body prisoner in an Egyptian Pyramid. Need it be added that the Doctor (Tom Baker) must prevent this, lest both Mars and the Earth be destroyed? Written by Stephen Harris, "Pyramids of Mars, Episode 2" first aired on November 1, 1975. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

In the conclusion of the six-part story "Invasion of the Dinosaurs," eco-fanatics Grover (Noel Johnson) and Whitaker (Peter Miles) step up their efforts to hurl the world back to the Prehistoric Era. The Doctor (Jon Pertwee) and his UNIT colleagues manage to raid the villains' underground headquarters, but Grover has already activated the device that will enable him to carry out his crack-brained scheme. Written by Malcolm Hulke, "Invasion of the Dinosaurs, Episode 6" was first telecast on February 16, 1974. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

In the fourth episode of the six-part story "Invasion of the Dinosaurs," the Doctor (Jon Pertwee) and Sarah (Elisabeth Sladen) have uncovered a plot to hurl the world back to the Prehistoric Era with the help of a herd of revitalized dinosaurs. Unfortunately, before they can give this information to the authorities, the two-time travelers are arrested as looters and thrown in prison. Though released by their old friends at UNIT, the Doctor and Sarah continue to run up against bureaucracy and treachery in their efforts to save humankind. Written by Malcolm Hulke, "Invasion of the Dinosaurs, Episode 4" was first telecast on February 2, 1974. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

In the second episode of the six-part story "Invasion of the Dinosaurs," the Doctor (Jon Pertwee) and Sarah (Elisabeth Sladen) have returned to London, only to find the all-but-deserted city under martial law. The reason? A herd of dinosaurs is running amok through the London streets, spreading terror and destruction in their path. Now that the Doctor knows what's going on, the next step is to find out why. Written by Malcolm Hulke, "Invasion of the Dinosaurs, Episode 2" was first telecast on January 19, 1974. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

Widely regarded as the first "true" detective novel, Wilkie Collins' gothic thriller The Moonstone has undergone numerous stage, film, and TV adaptations since its publication in 1868. In the TV category, the BBC offered a five-part version of the well-worn story in 1972. The title referred to a valuable but "cursed" yellow diamond, which after leaving a trail of death and devastation amongst its previous owners came into the possession of the lovely Rachel Verinder (Vivien Heilbron). When the Moonstone turned up missing on a dark and stormy night, diligent Sgt. Cuff (Basil Dignam) showed up at Rachel's Yorkshire estate to solve the mystery -- and to protect the heroine from harm. After its original British TV run, The Moonstone was seen in America on PBS' Masterpiece Theatre beginning December 10, 1972. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

In the third episode of the four-part story "The Massacre of St. Bartholomew's Eve," Steven (Peter Purves) overhears a plot that will profoundly effect the outcome of hostilties between the Catholics and the Huguenots in 16th century Paris. On another front, the Doctor (William Hartnell), still mistaken for the Abbott of Amboise, is forced into making a succession of potentially deadly decisions. As the episode draws to a climax, a possible reunion between the Doctor and Steven is botched. Written by John Lucarotti, "Priest of Death" first aired on February 19, 1966; this episode apparently no longer exists. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

In the first episode of the four-part story "The Massacre of St. Bartholomew's Eve," the Doctor (William Hartnell) and fellow TARDIS crewman Steven Taylor (Peter Purves) arrive in Paris in the year 1572, on the eve of the the St. Bartholomew's Day massacre. The Doctor is prevented a quick getaway because of his startling resemblance to the Abbott of Amboise (also played by Hartnell). Meanwhile, Steven's religious convictions may cause a rift between himself and the Doctor. Written by John Lucarotti, "War of God" first aired on February 5, 1966; this episode is believed to have been lost. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide