Doctor Who: The Dalek Invasion of Earth

"The Dalek Invasion of Earth" is a six-part serial that appeared in episodes 46-51 of the original British science fiction television series Doctor Who in November-December of 1964. The story features William Hartnell as the First Doctor and is the second major storyline to involve the cybernetic threat of the Daleks. The serial was directed by Richard Martin and written by Terry Nation. The series is significant in that it represents the departure of actress Carole Ann Ford from the series as Susan Foreman.

Production crew

 * Richard Martin - Director
 * Terry Nation - Writer
 * Verity Lambert - Producer
 * Mervyn Pinfield - Associate producer

Notes & Trivia

 * This story marks the final regular appearance of Susan Foreman on Doctor Who. She does make a guest return appearance however in "The Five Doctors".
 * A recurring character in this serial, Jenny, was originally intended to replace Susan Foreman as a companion to the Doctor, but this mantle was taken up by the character of Vicki Pallister, who is introduced in "The Powerful Enemy".

Home Video

 * Doctor Who: The Dalek Invasion of Earth (Region 1, Region 2 and Region 4)

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