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Classic Who S5 • Serial 4 · (6 episodes)

The Enemy of the World

Other variations of this story: The Enemy of the World (BBC Audio Soundtrack)

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First aired Saturday, December 23, 1967
Production Code PP
Written by David Whitaker
Directed by Barry Letts
Runtime 150 minutes
Time Travel Future
Synopsis

On Earth in 2018, the Doctor and his companions are enmeshed in a deadly web of intrigue thanks to his uncanny resemblance to the scientist/politician Salamander. He is hailed as the "shopkeeper of the world" for his efforts to relieve global famine, but why do his rivals keep disappearing? How can he predict so many natural disasters? The Doctor must expose Salamander's schemes before he takes over the world.

6 Episodes:

First aired Saturday, December 23, 1967
Runtime 25 minutes
Written by David Whitaker
Directed by Barry Letts
UK Viewers 6.8 million
Appreciation Index 50

Synopsis

After the Doctor is attacked by a group of mysterious gunmen, he discovers he is the physical double of the famous scientist Salamander.

First aired Saturday, December 30, 1967
Runtime 25 minutes
Written by David Whitaker
Directed by Barry Letts
UK Viewers 7.6 million
Appreciation Index 49

Synopsis

Jamie and Victoria agree to accompany Astrid to Hungary to observe Salamander's activities.

First aired Saturday, January 6, 1968
Runtime 25 minutes
Written by David Whitaker
Directed by Barry Letts
UK Viewers 7.1 million
Appreciation Index 48

Synopsis

Jamie and Victoria join Astrid into attempting to rescue Denes but Salamander becomes suspicious of them.

First aired Saturday, January 13, 1968
Runtime 25 minutes
Written by David Whitaker
Directed by Barry Letts
UK Viewers 7.8 million
Appreciation Index 49

Synopsis

Fariah brings the Doctor and Kent evidence of Salamander's activities but then they come under attack from Benik.

First aired Saturday, January 20, 1968
Runtime 25 minutes
Written by David Whitaker
Directed by Barry Letts
UK Viewers 6.9 million
Appreciation Index 49

Synopsis

The Doctor persuades Bruce to help him infiltrate Salamander's research centre while Salamander takes drastic action to prevent Swann finding out the truth.

First aired Saturday, January 27, 1968
Runtime 25 minutes
Written by David Whitaker
Directed by Barry Letts
UK Viewers 8.3 million
Appreciation Index 52

Synopsis

The Doctor discovers the true link between Salamander and Kent while Astrid tries to convince the shelter inhabitants they have been lied to.

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