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The Keeper of Traken: Part One

Last updated 13 January 2025

Broadcast: Monday 10th August 1981
6:30pm-6:55pm BST (17:30 GMT) < > « »
(actually broadcast at 18:29:30)
BBC One

Featuring: Tom Baker, Sarah Sutton, Matthew Waterhouse, Anthony Ainley, Geoffrey Beevers

The Keeper of Traken is nearing the end of his long reign. Fearing a terrible evil is about to threaten the peace and harmony of his world, he requests the Doctor's help.

Synopsis Source: Doctor Who Guide

Broadcast notes:

Not shown by BBC Cymru.

Broadcast Source: BBC

Ratings Information:

Consolidated figures: 5.200m viewers (+7 days), 71st place