Ep 3. Terror of the Autons, Ep. 3

The iconic science fiction television series Doctor Who returns with The Master season 1 episode 3 - Terror of the Autons. The episode follows the adventures of the Doctor and his companions as they battle terrifying plastic monsters who have been brought to life by the Master, the Doctor's arch-enemy.

The episode opens with the Doctor, played by Jon Pertwee, receiving warning from the Time Lords that his nemesis, the Master, has escaped his exile and is on his way to Earth. The Doctor and his companion, Jo Grant, played by Katy Manning, set out to stop him, but they soon discover that the Master has already reached Earth and is working with UNIT, a military organization that the Doctor has previously worked with.

The Doctor is immediately suspicious of the Master's intentions and becomes even more so when strange reports start coming in of plastic objects coming to life and attacking people. The Doctor realizes that the Master is using a group of alien creatures called the Autons to create a terrifying army of plastic monsters that will do his bidding. The Autons are able to take on any shape or form and can even mimic human beings.

With the help of his friend and scientific advisor, Professor Rex Farrel, the Doctor sets out to stop the Master and the Autons. However, things quickly get out of hand when the plastic monsters begin to attack people en masse, causing chaos and destruction throughout the city.

As the Doctor and his team work to find a solution, they encounter a mysterious woman named Martha Jones, played by Caroline John, who has a strange and intimate knowledge of the Autons and their abilities. Martha's past and her connection to the Doctor are slowly revealed throughout the episode, adding yet another layer of intrigue to an already complex plot.

As the tension builds and the danger mounts, the Doctor and his companions must use their wits and ingenuity to stop the Master and prevent the Autons from destroying the entire planet. Along the way, they encounter a host of other memorable characters, including UNIT commander Brigadier Lethbridge-Stewart, and a range of frightening and fascinating monsters.

In the end, the Doctor and his companions are able to triumph over the Master and the Autons, but not without some dire consequences that will stay with them long after the adventure is over. With its inventive storyline, compelling characters, and thrilling action sequences, Terror of the Autons is a classic Doctor Who episode that will keep fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish.