Ep 4. Day of the Daleks
- January 22, 1972
- 43 min
In the Classic Doctor Who season 9 episode 4, entitled "Day of the Daleks," the Doctor (Jon Pertwee) and his companion Jo Grant (Katy Manning) find themselves in a future where Earth has been conquered by the Daleks, a race of cyborg aliens intent on exterminating all other life forms in the universe.
The Doctor and Jo are soon joined by a group of freedom fighters from this bleak future, who have discovered a way to travel back in time to prevent the events that led to the Dalek invasion. However, their attempts to change the past are complicated by the presence of a mysterious time-traveling guerrilla named the Controller (Aubrey Woods), who seems to have his own agenda and a link to the Daleks.
As the Doctor and his allies race against time to unravel the mysteries of the Controller, they must also evade the relentless pursuit of the Daleks, whose plan for Earth's future involves a horrifying weapon called the Ogron, and a final solution for any remaining resistance.
"Day of the Daleks" is a classic sci-fi adventure that shines a spotlight on some of Doctor Who's most iconic villains, while also exploring themes of time travel, war, and the struggle for freedom. Fans of the series will enjoy watching the Doctor and Jo work together to outwit the Daleks, as well as the introduction of new characters and concepts that elevate the stakes of the story. With its thrilling action, complex plot, and memorable performances, this episode is a must-see for any Doctor Who fan.