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The Pirate Planet: Part Four

Last updated 13 January 2025

Broadcast: Thursday 2nd August 1979
6:55pm-7:20pm BST (17:55 GMT) < > « »
(actually broadcast at 18:55:31)
BBC One

Featuring: Tom Baker, John Leeson, Mary Tamm, Bruce Purchase, Andrew Robertson

Time is running out for the Doctor and Romana in their struggle to defeat the Captain. They join forces with the Mentiads to prevent the Captain and Xanxia from using Zanak to consume Earth.

Synopsis Source: Doctor Who Guide

Broadcast notes:

Not shown by BBC Cymru.

Broadcast Source: BBC

Ratings Information:

Consolidated figures: 3.900m viewers (+7 days), 103rd place