Doctor Who Sampler: The Fifth Doctor Season 1 Episode 2

Ep 2. Earthshock, Episode 1

  • March 8, 1982

The Doctor Who Sampler: The Fifth Doctor season 1 episode 2 focuses on the second episode of the season, titled Earthshock, Episode 1. The episode follows the Fifth Doctor and his companions, Adric, Nyssa, and Tegan, as they arrive on a space freighter in the future. They quickly discover that the freighter is carrying dangerous cargo - a troop of Cybermen who have infiltrated the ship and are planning to use it as a weapon.

As the Doctor and his companions work to defend the ship and stop the Cybermen, they encounter a group of soldiers who are also onboard. The soldiers are led by Lieutenant Scott, who initially mistrusts the Doctor and his companions but eventually realizes that they must work together to defeat the Cybermen and save the ship.

As the situation aboard the freighter becomes more dire, the Doctor and his companions must use all of their skills and knowledge to protect themselves and the other passengers. Adric, in particular, proves to be an invaluable asset as he works to hack into the ship's computer system and disable the Cybermen's weapons.

However, as they battle the Cybermen, the Doctor and his companions begin to realize that there is something even more dangerous at play. A mysterious figure known only as the "controller" seems to be directing the Cybermen's actions, and it becomes clear that this villainous entity will stop at nothing to achieve its goals.

As the episode unfolds, the tension and danger ramp up, leading to a heart-pounding finale that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats. With twists and turns at every corner, Earthshock, Episode 1 is a classic Doctor Who adventure that showcases the wit, ingenuity, and heroism of the Doctor and his companions.

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Description
  • First Aired
    March 8, 1982
  • Language
    English