Watch Doctor Who: The Best of The Third Doctor

1970
1 Season

Doctor Who: The Best of The Third Doctor is a science fiction television show produced by the BBC that follows the adventures of a Time Lord known as the Doctor. The show first premiered in 1963 and has since become a cultural phenomenon with fans from all over the world.

The third Doctor, portrayed by actor Jon Pertwee, is the titular character of this particular series. The program features a compilation of selected episodes and highlight reels from his tenure in the role that ran from 1970 to 1974. The selected episodes provide a comprehensive overview of the character and his journey throughout the series.

The third Doctor is known for his distinguished personality and fashion sense, while his companions' characters were also developed, providing a richer experience for the audience. One such companion, Jo Grant, played by actress Katy Manning, stands out with her bubbly personality and quick wit. Jo's character arc sees her grow from an inexperienced young woman into a seasoned adventurer in her own right.

The show's storylines are highly imaginative and the production design meticulously crafted, often with practical effects creating an eerily realistic atmosphere. The special effects and visuals, taking into account the available technology of the time, were impressive, and often ahead of their time, for television series in the early 1970s.

Doctor Who: The Best of The Third Doctor is not only a treat for long-standing fans of the series but also an excellent starting point for those new to the show. The program provides a comprehensive look at the character of the Doctor and his journey through time and space. The show's mix of witty dialogue, action-packed storylines, and engaging characters and their relationships makes for an enjoyable and entertaining viewing experience.

The series' underlying message, focusing on the importance of morality, compassion, and ethical behavior, is another factor that differentiates it. Each episode carries a unique message, often dealing with characters' moral dilemmas in unusual and intriguing ways.

The soundtrack is also of note, with a distinct and atmospheric score that helps capture the show's sense of adventure and excitement. Composer Dudley Simpson's compositions lay the foundation for the mood of the series, and each episode's music is tailored to the episode's premise, further enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Lastly, the show's exploration of deep themes such as time, space, the unknown, and the mysteries of the universe, provides a sense of intellectual stimulation and a depth of thought that few other television shows can match.

In conclusion, Doctor Who: The Best of The Third Doctor is a timeless masterpiece and a sci-fi classic. Its engaging storylines, well-crafted characters, unique musical score, and cinematic production design make for an unforgettable viewing experience that has stood the test of time.

Doctor Who: The Best of The Third Doctor is a series that ran for 1 seasons (20 episodes) between January 3, 1970 and on BBC

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20. The Planet of the Spiders, Episode 6

June 8, 1974

The Doctor's past has caught up with him, and now he must risk death to save the universe from the evil clutches of the Great One.

19. The Planet of the Spiders, Episode 5

June 1, 1974

Sarah makes a bargain with the Queen Spider and returns to Earth with the Doctor in the TARDIS. There they meet K'anpo, the Doctor's Time Lord guru who has the Metebelis crystal.

18. The Planet of the Spiders, Episode 4

May 25, 1974

With the Doctor in a coma, his only hope of survival lies with a device inside the TARDIS. But Sarah is captured by the spiders and is held prisoner in their larder.

17. The Planet of the Spiders, Episode 3

May 18, 1974

Following Lupton, Sarah is transported to Metebelis 3 where she is captured by the human villagers. The Doctor uses the TARDIS to follow Sarah, but the spiders are waiting. Is this adventure one too many for the Doctor?

16. The Planet of the Spiders, Episode 2

May 11, 1974

A highly intelligent spider from Metebelis 3 arrives on Earth in search of the powerful crystal. When it is stolen from his laboratory, the Doctor leads the chase over land, water and air to recover it.

15. The Planet of the Spiders, Episode 1

May 4, 1974

Mike Yates (who left UNIT after his involvement in the affair with the Dinosaurs) contacts Sarah-Jane about mysterious goings on in a Buddhist retreat in the English countryside. Soon it becomes apparent that an extraterrestrial force is attempting to reclaim a crystal the Doctor 'borrowed' from Metebelis 3.

14. The Green Death, Episode 6

June 23, 1973

Cliff is dying and the maggots are on the verge of transforming into giant flying insects. Time is running out for the Doctor as BOSS launches its plan for world domination. Can the Doctor stop the deadly maggots, save Cliff's life and stop the megalomaniacal computer?

13. The Green Death, Episode 5

June 16, 1973

Captain Mike Yates is taken over by the super computer, BOSS and ordered to kill the Doctor. Cliff and Jo are trapped by the maggots as UNIT launch their attack.

12. The Green Death, Episode 4

June 9, 1973

UNIT, Cliff and Jo work to find a way to destroy the green maggots. The Doctor, having infiltrated Global Chemicals to investigate further, makes his way to a computer room. There the computer - the BOSS - introduces itself.

11. The Green Death, Episode 3

June 2, 1973

The Doctor and Jo discover the mine's terrible secret. Head of Global Chemicals, Stevens, deals with a worker's failure. Meanwhile, a giant maggot hatches from an egg that the Doctor brought back from the mine.

10. The Green Death, Episode 2

May 26, 1973

Investigating the work of Global Chemicals, Jo and miner, Bert, have become trapped beneath the surface. The Doctor and the Brigadier hatch a rescue plan.

9. The Green Death, Episode 1

May 19, 1973

Wales, the near future. While the Doctor finally gets to visit Metebelis Three, Jo and UNIT investigate a spate of strange deaths near Global Chemicals' plant. What effect has the company's toxic waste had on the local wildlife?

8. The Three Doctors, Episode 4

January 20, 1973

Omega reveals his intention for the Doctors to take his place in eternal exile. But even he may no longer be able to escape.

7. The Three Doctors, Episode 3

January 13, 1973

The Doctors are trapped in the universe of antimatter where they confront the creator of the world -Omega. A legendary figure from Time Lord history, Omega was long believed dead, but had actually been transported to the antimatter universe. It is clear that the exile has made Omega quite insane and it is now in possession of a terrible power.

6. The Three Doctors, Episode 2

January 6, 1973

Following the advice of the First Doctor, the Third Doctor and Jo have crossed through the black hole to the strange, desolate world of antimatter. The Second Doctor is left to figure out how to neutralize the dangerous anti-matter creature.

5. The Three Doctors, Episode 1

December 30, 1972

In search of the Doctor, an antimatter creature attacks UNIT and the Doctor is forced to send an SOS to his people, the Time Lords, but they have troubles of their own.

4. Spearhead from Space, Episode 4

January 24, 1970

The invasion begins as Auton shop dummies come to life and attack the public. The Doctor and UNIT infiltrate Auto Plastics where the Doctor faces the Nestene consciousness.

3. Spearhead from Space, Episode 3

January 17, 1970

Sam Seeley has found one of the meteorites but the Autons want it back and are closing in. General Scobie visits Auto Plastics, playing into the hands of Channing.

2. Spearhead from Space, Episode 2

January 10, 1970

A recovered Doctor escapes the hospital and joins UNIT in their investigation. Meanwhile, Channing directs one of his Auton servants to recover a meteorite.

1. Spearhead from Space, Episode 1

January 3, 1970

The TARDIS takes the newly regenerated Doctor to Earth to begin his exile. Brigadier Lethbridge-Stewart leads a UNIT investigation into a mysterious meteorite shower.

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Where to Watch Doctor Who: The Best of The Third Doctor

Doctor Who: The Best of The Third Doctor is available for streaming on the BBC website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Doctor Who: The Best of The Third Doctor on demand at Apple TV.