Doctor Who: The Best of The Fourth Doctor Season 1 Episode 16

Ep 16. The Talons of Weng-Chaing, Episode 6

  • April 2, 1977

The Doctor and Leela find themselves in Victorian London, where they become entangled in a web of mystery and danger surrounding a theatrical production. The show's mastermind, the criminal genius Magnus Greel, is secretly using the theater to find and extract the life force of young women in order to extend his own life. Meanwhile, an ancient Chinese cult known as the Tong of the Black Scorpion has also taken an interest in Greel, believing him to be the reincarnation of their long-dead god, Weng-Chiang. As the Doctor and Leela delve deeper into the mystery, they must navigate a complex web of alliances and betrayals in order to stop Greel and his sinister plans before it's too late. Along the way, they encounter a colorful cast of characters, including a Chinese magician, a cab driver with a hidden agenda, and a pair of police officers who are more than meets the eye. With its intricate plot, strong performances, and atmospheric setting, "The Talons of Weng-Chiang" has become one of Doctor Who's most beloved and iconic stories.

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Description
  • First Aired
    April 2, 1977
  • Language
    English