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Doctor Who S12E15 — Genesis of the Daleks (5)
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Doctor Who•Season 12•Episode 15

Genesis of the Daleks (5)

8.9/10 · 1,067 votesApr 5, 197525 min

Ranked #5 of 20 in Season 12•+1.0 vs season avg

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The Doctor is forced to give Davros full details of future Dalek victories but opposition to Davros' plans is growing among the Kaleds and soon there is open rebellion.

Directed byDavid Maloney
Written byTerry Nation
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Cast3

Tom Baker

Tom Baker

The Doctor

Elisabeth Sladen

Elisabeth Sladen

Sarah Jane Smith

Ian Marter

Ian Marter

Harry Sullivan

Crew6

Terry Nation

Terry Nation

Writer

David Maloney

David Maloney

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David Spode

Production Design

Dudley Simpson

Dudley Simpson

Original Music Composer

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Sylvia James

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Barbara Kidd

Costume Design

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Episode Summary

"Genesis of the Daleks (5)" is episode 15 of Doctor Who season 12. It scored 8.9/10 from 1,067 votes, ranking #5 of 20 episodes this season (season average 7.9). Directed by David Maloney and written by Terry Nation, it aired on April 5, 1975.

Next: E16 · Genesis of the Daleks (6)Best of Season 12