Doctor Who: The Horror of Fang Rock (1977)

Product Details

It is the turn of the century, and the Tardis materialises by the lighthouse on the desolate isle of Fang Rock. When the lighthouse engineer dies in mysterious circumstances, the remaining crew blame the mythical Beast of Fang Rock; that is, until the Doctor and Leela turn up. When a small clipper runs aground on the crags of Fang Rock, the lighthouse offers shelter to its despairing passengers. But the Doctor soon discovers clues that suggest that no one is safe on the tiny island.

Whilst a private drama unfolds between the survivors of the wrecked clipper, another death occurs. The Doctor suspects a ruthless alien lurks in the thick unnatural fog around the island, and secures the lighthouse. But has he really locked the horror out, or is it somewhere inside with them?

Episodes in this story originally transmitted on BBC1 03/09/77 - 24/03/77.

Special Features

• Audio commentary from Louise Jameson, John Abbot and Terrance Dicks
• 'Paddy Russell: A Life In Television' interview (14 mins) 'The Antique Doctor Who Show': a short 'Antiques Roadshow' style featurette (5 mins)
• 'Fact And Fiction' documentary (36 mins)
• Photo gallery
• Production notes
• Easter Egg (hidden feature)
• Interactive menu
• Scene access

Technical Details

Region 2
Year 1977
Screen Fullscreen 4:3
Languages English - Dolby Digital (1.0) Mono
Subtitles English for the hearing impaired
Duration 1 hour and 35 minutes (approx)