Doctor Who: Revelation of the Daleks
Doctor Who: Revelation of the Daleks

Doctor Who: Revelation of the Daleks

1985Movie90 minEnglish

At the Tranquil Repose mortuary, the Doctor and Peri uncover a sinister plot to create a new breed of Daleks under the supervision of the mysterious Great Healer.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Graeme HarperGenres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Horror

Plot Summary

The Sixth Doctor and his companion Peri travel to the planet Necros, seeking a cure for Peri's illness. They discover a sinister plot by the shadowy Davros, the creator of the Daleks, who is using a cryogenics facility to resurrect his race. The Doctor must infiltrate the facility and confront Davros to prevent the Daleks' ultimate return and a galactic war.

Critical Reception

Revelation of the Daleks is widely regarded as a darker and more mature installment in Doctor Who's history, praised for its ambitious storytelling, compelling villainous performances, and gruesome special effects. It marked a significant shift in tone for the series during the mid-1980s.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its grim atmosphere and the return of a formidable Davros.
  • Noted for its gory special effects and ambitious plot.
  • Considered a highlight of the Colin Baker era for its darker themes.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's bleak and intense narrative, as well as the captivating performances, particularly that of Terry Molloy as Davros.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The character of Davros was initially intended to be killed off permanently in this serial, but the BBC ultimately decided against it, allowing for his future returns.

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