Episode
Doctor Who: Black Orchid (1)
Overview
The TARDIS arrives on Earth in 1925 where, due to a case of mistaken identity, the Doctor ends up playing in a local cricket match, but events take on a more sinister tone at the country home of their host Lord Cranleigh.
Details
- Series
- Doctor Who
- Season
- Season 19
- Episode
- Episode 17
- Air date
- 1982-03-01
- Runtime
- 25 min
Episode context
Black Orchid (1) is Episode 17 in Season 19 of Doctor Who. It aired on 1982-03-01. The runtime is 25 min.
Previous / Next
Episode 16: The Visitation (4)
With Tegan and Richard under alien control, and the manor sealed against anyone leaving or entering, it's a question whether or not the Doctor can get to London before the Terileptils release their improved strain of black death upon the world.
Episode 18: Black Orchid (2)
Ann escapes her Harlequin-clad abductor but it's The Doctor whom she accuses. Strangled bodies mount and The Doctor is arrested along with "accessories" Tegan, Nyssa and Adric. Will Lady Cranleigh's secret come out?
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