Ep 11. Death to the Daleks: Part 1
- February 23, 1974
- 24 min
In Classic Doctor Who season 11 episode 11, titled "Death to the Daleks: Part 1," the Doctor and Sarah Jane Smith find themselves on the planet of Exxilon, where they encounter an unexpected danger - the Daleks. The TARDIS has been rendered powerless due to an energy drain on the planet, leaving the duo stranded with no way to escape. As they explore the planet to find a solution, they stumble across an expedition team from Earth who are also struggling to deal with the energy drain and the hostile environment of Exxilon.
The Doctor and Sarah begin to work with the Earth team, who are searching for a mineral called parrinium that they hope can help them escape the planet. However, the Daleks are also there, seeking the same mineral for their own purposes. The Doctor realizes that the Daleks are responsible for the energy drain and have intentionally stranded everyone on the planet to further their own goals.
The Doctor and Sarah must work with the Earth team to navigate the dangerous terrain of Exxilon and avoid the Daleks to find a way to escape the planet and take the parrinium with them. But as tensions rise and alliances are tested, it becomes clear that not everyone is on the same side, and the Daleks may not be the only threat to their survival.
With its suspenseful plot and exciting action sequences, "Death to the Daleks: Part 1" is a thrilling installment of Classic Doctor Who that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. As the Doctor and his companions face off against one of the series' most iconic villains, they must rely on their intelligence, resourcefulness, and courage to survive the deadliest game of cat and mouse yet.