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S8·E1 Terror of the Autons (1)

Name: Terror of the Autons (1)
Released: 1971-01-02
Duration: 25 min
Rating: 7.4
Cast: Michael Wisher, Harry Towb, David Garth, David Garth, Christopher Burgess

Core Aired January 2, 1971 25 min ★ 7.4/10 · 9 TMDB votes

Synopsis

When a Nestene Energy Unit is stolen and a radio telescope sabotaged, the Doctor is contacted by a Time Lord who tells him his old rival the Master is responsible.

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Director & writers

Robert HolmesWriterBarry LettsDirector

Guest stars

Michael WisherRex Farrel

Harry TowbMcDermott

David GarthTime Lord

David GarthRadio Telescope Director

Christopher BurgessProfessor Philips

Andrew StainesGoodge

John BaskcombRossini

Dave CarterMuseum Attendant

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 8 Episode 1 of Doctor Who air?

Season 8, Episode 1 ('Terror of the Autons (1)') originally aired on January 2, 1971.

How long is Season 8 Episode 1 ('Terror of the Autons (1)')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 25 minutes.

What happens in Doctor Who Season 8 Episode 1?

When a Nestene Energy Unit is stolen and a radio telescope sabotaged, the Doctor is contacted by a Time Lord who tells him his old rival the Master is responsible. ...

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