S9·E5 The Girl Who Died (1)
- Episode
- Season 9, Episode 5
- Air Date
- October 17, 2015
- Runtime
- 46 minutes
- Director
- Edward Bazalgette
- Writers
- Steven Moffat, Jamie Mathieson
- Score
- 6.5/10 (72 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.
Synopsis
In a Viking village, a girl named Ashildr is about to make a desperate mistake. The Mire are the deadliest mercenaries in the galaxy, famed for showing no mercy and Ashildr has just declared war on them. The Doctor and Clara have 12 hours to turn a peaceful village into strong fighters, ready for the deadly Mire.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 9 Episode 5 of Doctor Who air?
Season 9, Episode 5 ('The Girl Who Died (1)') originally aired on October 17, 2015.
How long is Season 9 Episode 5 ('The Girl Who Died (1)')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 46 minutes.
What happens in Doctor Who Season 9 Episode 5?
In a Viking village, a girl named Ashildr is about to make a desperate mistake. The Mire are the deadliest mercenaries in the galaxy, famed for showing no mercy and Ashildr has just declared war on them. The Doctor and Clara have 12 hours to turn a peaceful village into strong fighters, ready for th...
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