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S1·E27 The Temple of Evil

Episode
Season 1, Episode 27
Air Date
May 23, 1964
Runtime
24 minutes
Director
John Crockett
Writer
John Lucarotti
Score
6.8/10 (11 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired May 23, 1964 24 min ★ 6.8/10 · 11 TMDB votes
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Synopsis

The TARDIS arrives on Earth landing in 16th century Aztec society. Barbara goes off exploring - despite the Doctor's orders not to wander off - and is taken away by the high priest Autloc who believes she is the reincarnation of the goddess Yetaxa. They believe it is a sign that the rains - which are late - will now come. The high priest of sacrifice Tlotoxl recruits Ian to lead their army but he finds he has a rival in Ixta. Ian is less than comfortable with his role when he learns that they are to deliver the human sacrifice to the high priest at the rain ceremony. The Doctor emphasizes that they must not interfere with Aztec rituals, something that does not sit well with Barbara.

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When did Season 1 Episode 27 of Doctor Who air?

Season 1, Episode 27 ('The Temple of Evil') originally aired on May 23, 1964.

How long is Season 1 Episode 27 ('The Temple of Evil')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 24 minutes.

What happens in Doctor Who Season 1 Episode 27?

The TARDIS arrives on Earth landing in 16th century Aztec society. Barbara goes off exploring - despite the Doctor's orders not to wander off - and is taken away by the high priest Autloc who believes she is the reincarnation of the goddess Yetaxa. They believe it is a sign that the rains - which ar...

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