Doctor Who: The Best of The Third Doctor Season 1 Episode 1 Spearhead from Space, Episode 1
- January 3, 1970
In the first episode of Doctor Who: The Best of The Third Doctor, season 1, titled "Spearhead from Space," viewers are introduced to the Third Doctor, played by Jon Pertwee. The episode begins with the Doctor being banished to Earth by his own people, the Time Lords, who have grown tired of his renegade ways. Stranded on Earth, the Doctor is unable to use his time and space-traveling TARDIS and must make do with what resources he can find on the planet.
As he adjusts to his new surroundings, the Doctor comes across a mysterious meteorite that has crash-landed in a nearby forest. Investigating the site, he discovers that the meteorite is not of this world - in fact, it contains a dangerous alien life-form known as the Nestene Consciousness, which has the ability to take over and control the plastic materials around it.
As the Nestene Consciousness begins to awaken and spread its influence, the Doctor teams up with the staff at a nearby hospital to try and stop the threat before it's too late. Along the way, the Doctor meets a new companion, Brigadier Lethbridge-Stewart, who becomes a recurring character throughout the Third Doctor's tenure on the show.
As they work together to unravel the mystery of the Nestene Consciousness, the Doctor and Brigadier encounter a series of close calls and narrow escapes, including a tense confrontation with the dangerous Autons - plastic mannequins controlled by the alien consciousness. Together, they must use all their knowledge and ingenuity to outwit the Nestene Consciousness and avoid a catastrophic disaster that could threaten the entire planet.
With its iconic blend of sci-fi thrills, clever storytelling, and distinctive visual style, "Spearhead from Space" is a must-see for any fan of Doctor Who - especially those who are just getting started with the Third Doctor's era. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to the series, this classic episode is sure to captivate and entertain, setting the stage for many epic adventures to come.