Ep 3. Eye of the Gorgon, Part 1

In The Sarah Jane Adventures season 1 episode 3, titled "Eye of the Gorgon, Part 1," Sarah Jane Smith and her team find themselves investigating strange occurrences at a local old age home. Mrs. Randall, an elderly resident at the home, begins experiencing unusual symptoms after receiving a package containing a mysterious medallion. Sarah Jane becomes suspicious of the medallion and discovers that it is connected to a group known as the Sisterhood of the Gorgon, a group of alien nuns who worship the Gorgons and have the power to turn people to stone using their gaze.

Meanwhile, Sarah Jane's young neighbor, Maria, is adjusting to her new life in Bannerman Road after moving from America with her father. She becomes friends with a boy named Luke, who is actually a genetically engineered android created by the evil alien race known as the Bane. Despite this, Luke's thirst for knowledge and sense of curiosity make him eager to join Sarah Jane's team in their investigation of the old age home.

As Sarah Jane and her team delve deeper into the mystery, they begin to uncover a plot by the Sisterhood to turn the elderly residents at the home into stone statues, believing it to be a form of mercy for their suffering. Sarah Jane and her team must race against time to stop the Sisterhood before it's too late.

Overall, "Eye of the Gorgon, Part 1" is a thrilling episode that combines science fiction and horror elements, with a cast of lovable characters and an engaging storyline that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. It's also a great introduction to the show for those who haven't watched it before, showcasing the unique blend of humor, action, and heart that defines The Sarah Jane Adventures.