Doctor Who: The Edge of Destruction

Doctor Who: The Edge of Destruction

1964 · 50 min · ★ 6.0 · Drama, Science Fiction, Action, Adventure, TV Movie

In this completely TARDIS-based story, the crew find themselves and their ship acting very strangely indeed. Blame runs high for the Ship's unusual behavior, until the Doctor realizes the TARDIS itself may be trying to warn them...

Directed by Richard Martin · Written by David Whitaker

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