S1·E4 Aliens of London (1)
- Episode
- Season 1, Episode 4
- Air Date
- April 16, 2005
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- Director
- Keith Boak
- Writer
- Russell T Davies
- Score
- 6.9/10 (92 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.
Synopsis
Rose is taken home, but a spaceship crashes in the Thames and London is closed off... Enter the Slitheen!
Episode recap
The Doctor is a Time Lord, described as a nine hundred year old alien with two hearts who is part of a group. In this episode of Doctor Who, Rose is taken home, but a spaceship crashes in the Thames and London is closed off. This event leads to the entry of the Slitheen. Additional context from the 2005 series includes the memorable portrayal of Charles by Simon Callow in one of the series' roles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 4 of Doctor Who air?
Season 1, Episode 4 ('Aliens of London (1)') originally aired on April 16, 2005.
How long is Season 1 Episode 4 ('Aliens of London (1)')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 45 minutes.
What happens in Doctor Who Season 1 Episode 4?
Rose is taken home, but a spaceship crashes in the Thames and London is closed off... Enter the Slitheen!...
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