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On the eve of May Day, dark elemental forces begin to disturb the village of Devil's End as the Master summons the demon Azal: unexplained murders, a stone gargoyle come to life, and a nigh-impenetrable infernal energy dome. With the Master fully prepared to destroy the Earth, the Doctor and UNIT - aided by a benevolent practitioner of witchcraft - battle the wicked rites of a secret science wielded by an alien from another world.
The Third Doctor, accompanied by Jo Grant, travels to the remote village of Devil's End, where a local witch, Mrs. Egebony, is rumored to be practicing dark magic. They discover that the village is a focal point for alien forces seeking to unleash ancient demonic powers, led by the malevolent Master. The Doctor must race against time to prevent the Earth from falling under the control of these otherworldly entities.
The Dæmons is widely regarded as a classic and one of the most popular serials of the Jon Pertwee era. It is praised for its strong atmosphere, memorable villain in the Master, and the dynamic between the Doctor and Jo Grant. While some modern critics point out pacing issues and dated special effects, its overall impact on the show's history and its enduring fan appeal remain significant.
Praised for its effective blend of horror and science fiction elements.
The introduction and presence of the Master are highlights, adding significant tension.
Strong performances from the lead cast, particularly Jon Pertwee and Roger Delgado.
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The BBC received numerous complaints from viewers after the broadcast of the final episode, with some claiming the show had frightened their children. This led to a temporary policy of making Doctor Who less frightening for a short period.
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The entertaining Damaris Hayman brings something of the eccentric Margaret Rutherford to this enjoyable series as she claims to be an white witch ("Hawthorne") warning of great dangers should the pompous "Prof. Horner" (Robin Wentworth) go ...