Ep 12. The Sea Devils: Episode 4
- March 18, 1972
- 54 min
The Sea Devils: Episode 4 is the twelfth episode of the ninth season of Classic Doctor Who. The episode takes place on a remote island where the Doctor and his companion, Jo, have discovered a top secret naval base involved in the development of a new weapon. However, they soon discover that the base is under attack by a group of Sea Devils, a marine race related to the Silurians who have been in hibernation for millions of years.
The Doctor and Jo are captured by the Sea Devils and brought to their underwater lair, where they discover the Sea Devils' plan to launch a series of attacks on major cities across the world. The Doctor tries to reason with the Sea Devils, but their leader, the Sea Silurian, is determined to carry out their plan. Meanwhile, the military at the naval base is trying to come up with a way to stop the Sea Devils, but they are outmatched and outgunned.
The Doctor and Jo manage to escape from the Sea Devils' lair and return to the naval base, where they help the military come up with a plan to stop the Sea Devils. They hatch a plan to flood the base and trap the Sea Devils within, but the plan goes awry when the Sea Devils break through the floodgates and start attacking.
In the final showdown, the Doctor uses his intellect to outsmart the Sea Devils and convince them to stop their attacks. The Sea Silurian recognizes the Doctor's wisdom and agrees to talk peace with the humans. The episode ends with the threat of the Sea Devils neutralized and the Doctor and Jo saying their goodbyes to the military personnel.
The Sea Devils: Episode 4 is a classic Doctor Who episode that showcases the Doctor's intelligence and problem-solving skills. It also explores themes of peace and diplomacy, as the Doctor tries to reason with the Sea Devils instead of resorting to violence. The episode is notable for its use of practical effects and underwater filming, which creates a realistic and immersive world for the audience. Overall, The Sea Devils: Episode 4 is a thrilling and entertaining entry in the Doctor Who canon.