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The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy S1E3 — Episode 3
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Episode 3

8.0/10 · 298 votesJan 19, 1981

Ranked #2 of 6 in Season 1•+0.1 vs season avg

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The starship Heart of Gold is headed for the planet Magrathea, a planet which it is generally agreed does not exist. In trying to land on Magrathea's surface, the crew faces an ancient nuclear missile defence system, escaping only when Arthur turns on the Infinite

Seasons1

Season 1 Episodes6

Cast3

Simon Jones

Simon Jones

Arthur Dent

David Dixon

David Dixon

Ford Prefect

Peter Jones

Peter Jones

The Book

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Episode Summary

"Episode 3" is episode 3 of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy season 1. It scored 8.0/10 from 298 votes, ranking #2 of 6 episodes this season (season average 7.9). It aired on January 19, 1981.