S1·E7 The Long Game
- Episode
- Season 1, Episode 7
- Air Date
- May 7, 2005
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- Director
- Brian Grant
- Writer
- Russell T Davies
- Score
- 6.7/10 (92 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.
Synopsis
Adam catches a glimpse of the wonders of travelling in the Tardis, as they head to a future, where Satellite 5 broadcasts to the entire Earth Empire. But anyone promoted to Floor 500 is never seen again, and the Doctor suspects mankind is being manipulated.
Episode recap
The Doctor and companions travel in the Tardis to a future setting where Satellite 5 broadcasts to the entire Earth Empire. During their travels, Adam catches a glimpse of the wonders of traveling in the Tardis. Upon arriving at Satellite 5, a concerning pattern emerges regarding anyone who is promoted to Floor 500, as they are never seen again. Observing this strange circumstance, the Doctor suspects that mankind is being manipulated.
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When did Season 1 Episode 7 of Doctor Who air?
Season 1, Episode 7 ('The Long Game') originally aired on May 7, 2005.
How long is Season 1 Episode 7 ('The Long Game')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 45 minutes.
What happens in Doctor Who Season 1 Episode 7?
Adam catches a glimpse of the wonders of travelling in the Tardis, as they head to a future, where Satellite 5 broadcasts to the entire Earth Empire. But anyone promoted to Floor 500 is never seen again, and the Doctor suspects mankind is being manipulated....
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