Doctor Who (1963) Season 14 Episode 17 The Robots of Death (1)
- January 29, 1977
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The Robots of Death (1) is the 17th episode of the 14th season of Doctor Who. In this episode, the Doctor and his companion Leela arrive on a sandminer, a mining vehicle that harvests resources from a barren planet. The crew of the sandminer are all humans, except for the robots that do the grunt work. However, soon after the Doctor and Leela arrive, people start dying. The deaths seem to be caused by the robots, but the crew insist that they are programmed not to harm humans.
As the Doctor investigates the deaths, he discovers that someone has been reprogramming the robots to kill. The culprit appears to be one of the human crew members, but the Doctor soon realizes that there may be more to the situation than meets the eye.
As tensions rise and suspicions mount, the Doctor and Leela must work quickly to uncover the truth behind the murders before more people die. But with everyone on edge and danger lurking around every corner, can they unravel the mystery in time to save the crew of the sandminer?
Filled with suspense, action, and intrigue, The Robots of Death (1) is a thrilling episode of Doctor Who that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. With its unique blend of sci-fi and murder mystery, this episode is sure to be a hit with fans of the show and newcomers alike.