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The Horns of Nimon: Part One
Last updated 23 May 2026
Broadcast: Saturday 22nd December 1979
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(actually broadcast at 18:11:20)
BBC One
Featuring: Tom Baker, David Brierley, Lalla Ward, Graham Crowden, Janet Ellis, Simon Gipps-Kent, Michael Osborne
Synopsis Source: Doctor Who Guide
Continuity:
Introduction:
6:10pm-6:35pm GMT < > « »
< > « »(actually broadcast at 18:11:20)
BBC One
Featuring: Tom Baker, David Brierley, Lalla Ward, Graham Crowden, Janet Ellis, Simon Gipps-Kent, Michael Osborne
With the TARDIS disabled for repairs, the Doctor is powerless to act when Romana is kidnapped by a battleship en route to Skonnos and the formidable Nimon.
Synopsis Source: Doctor Who Guide
Continuity:
Introduction:
Christmas Snowtime Special in 25 minutes brings together a host of stars including ABBA, Boney M, Leo Sayer and Kate Bush, all introduced by Dame Edna Everage. First, the start of a new adventure with Doctor Who.
Broadcast Source: BBC
Ratings Information:
Consolidated figures: 6.000m viewers (+7 days), 100th place
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