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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 5 Episode 4 - The Curse of Clyde Langer (2)
    9.3/10(3 votes)

    S5:E4

    Clyde finds himself abandoned on the streets of London, living rough with no food to eat. Somebody ends up reaching out to him, but as they become friends, he's warned about the legendary Night Dragon.

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  2. undefined Season 5 Episode 3 - The Curse of Clyde Langer (1)
    9.0/10(3 votes)

    S5:E3

    After some very unusual weather hits Bannerman Road, Sarah Jane investigates why. Fish are falling from the skies, and Sarah Jane's investigation ends up leading the team to the Museum of Culture. After Clyde acts the fool a little to much, his friends end up turning against him, and he is banished from their lives.

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  3. undefined Season 0 Episode 14 - The Waters of Mars
    8.6/10(34 votes)

    S0:E14

    The Doctor joins forces with his oldest companion on record when a military base comes under attack from sentient, dangerous waters. It may be another stand against immeasurable odds, but waiting in the wings for the Time Lord is a sign all songs must end....

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  4. undefined Season 4 Episode 3 - The Vault of Secrets (1)
    8.3/10(3 votes)

    S4:E3

    Androvax the Veil returns to Earth and asks for the gangs help, but how can they trust him? Or is the threat posed by the Vault of Secrets great enough to overcome old enmities. And when the android guardians threaten destruction, is there really any other choice?

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  5. undefined Season 4 Episode 4 - The Vault of Secrets (2)
    8.3/10(3 votes)

    S4:E4

    When an old enemy, Androvax the Veil, returns to Earth asking for help, the gang face a dilemma – should they trust him? Or does the legendary Vault hold an even greater terror? But a second threat arises, when android guardians threaten to destroy anyone who uncovers their secrets. As the battle between Sarah Jane, Androvax and the androids reaches its climax, Rani has to save her own mother from being caught in the crossfire. But as the Vault opens the destiny of the entire Veil species is at stake. Is it too late to save them?

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  6. undefined Season 5 Episode 2 - Sky (2)
    8.3/10(3 votes)

    S5:E2

    Sky has undergone a transformation and in the process has triggered a countdown that nobody is able to stop. Sarah Jane and Sky end up being trapped between the alien war fought by Metalkind and Fleshkind. Clyde and Rani attempt to prevent the biggest bang the world has ever seen.

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - The Lost Boy (1)
    8.2/10(4 votes)

    S1:E9

    A news report on a couple looking for their missing son, Ashley, brings a surprise for Sarah Jane (Elisabeth Sladen) when she discovers that the missing boy looks exactly like Luke (Tommy Knight). And when Mr Smith (Alexander Armstrong) confirms that Luke is a genetic match with Ashley, Sarah Jane sends him back to live with his 'parents'. With no knowledge of his former life, Luke finds it hard to fit in and, when he tries to escape, he makes a startling discovery about who his parents really are. Sarah Jane, meanwhile, makes some investigations into the Pharos Para-Science Institute – a research unit that has been conducting experiments using alien technology. Floella Benjamin guest stars as Professor Rivers.

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  8. undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - The Lost Boy (2)
    8.2/10(4 votes)

    S1:E10

    Maria (Yasmine Paige) and her dad, Alan (Joseph Millson), dig deeper into the mystery of Luke's (Tommy Knight) new parents and discover that Luke has actually been kidnapped by the Slitheen. There are more shocks when Sarah Jane (Elisabeth Sladen) and Maria find out that Mr Smith (Alexander Armstrong), Sarah Jane's super computer, is one of the bad guys. With Clyde (David Anthony) nowhere to be seen, Luke in the clutches of aliens and no Mr Smith to help, things are not looking good for Sarah Jane and Maria. But just what do the Slitheen want with Luke? And who, or what, exactly, is the Xylok?

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  9. undefined Season 3 Episode 2 - Prisoner of the Judoon (2)
    8.2/10(5 votes)

    S3:E2

    Luke, Clyde and Rani must fight their most fearsome enemy yet - Sarah Jane Smith.

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  10. undefined Season 3 Episode 1 - Prisoner of the Judoon (1)
    8.2/10(5 votes)

    S3:E1

    Sarah Jane and the gang face the most dangerous day of their lives, as the rhino-like Judoon return. When prisoner Androvax the Destroyer crash-lands on Earth, a Veil is set free and starts to turn Earth's technology against itself.

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  11. undefined Season 3 Episode 8 - The Eternity Trap (2)
    8.2/10(4 votes)

    S3:E8

    Sarah Jane and the gang discover the secret of Erasmus Darkening - but are they too late?

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  12. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - The Eternity Trap (1)
    8.2/10(4 votes)

    S3:E7

    A haunted house, with mysterious whispers and secrets in the shadows - time for Sarah Jane Smith!

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  13. undefined Season 3 Episode 9 - Mona Lisa's Revenge (1)
    8.2/10(4 votes)

    S3:E9

    Unknown forces bring to life Leonardo Da Vinci's most famous painting, and Clyde's day becomes a nightmare when a school trip descends into disaster. Trapped and without Sarah Jane's help the gang must find a way to battle the awesome abomination.

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  14. undefined Season 3 Episode 10 - Mona Lisa's Revenge (2)
    8.2/10(4 votes)

    S3:E10

    As Luke and Rani investigate the myth of the dreaded abomination, Mona Lisa vows to free her horrifying brother from his prison, but everything now depends upon Clyde to stop the terror.

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  15. undefined Season 2 Episode 4 - The Day of the Clown (2)
    8.0/10(5 votes)

    S2:E4

    Trouble is brewing at Spellman's Magical Museum of the Circus when a group of people join hands and block the entrance the the museum... but they let Sarah Jane in, what is this mystery all about?

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  16. undefined Season 2 Episode 11 - The Enemy of the Bane (1)
    8.0/10(5 votes)

    S2:E11

    Mrs Wormwood returns to see Sarah Jane- but to ask help. The Bane have turned against Mrs Wormwood and are preparing to unleash a dark power against the universe. However, to thwart the Bane's plan, Sarah Jane must call upon an old friend

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  17. undefined Season 2 Episode 12 - The Enemy of the Bane (2)
    8.0/10(5 votes)

    S2:E12

    Luke's dreams are being tormented by visions of Mrs. Wormwood. The Sontarans are back for revenge. Sarah Jane must once agian call on an old friend.

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  18. undefined Season 2 Episode 3 - The Day of the Clown (1)
    8.0/10(5 votes)

    S2:E3

    Trouble is brewing at Spellman's Magical Museum of the Circus when a group of people join hands and block the entrance the the museum... but they let Sarah Jane in, what is this mystery all about?

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  19. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - The Last Sontaran (1)
    7.8/10(5 votes)

    S2:E1

    A lone surviving Sontaran from the failed conversion of Planet Earth wants revenge for the deaths of his comrades.

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  20. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - The Last Sontaran (2)
    7.8/10(5 votes)

    S2:E2

    A lone surviving Sontaran from the failed conversion of Planet Earth wants revenge for the deaths of his comrades.

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  21. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Eye of the Gorgon (1)
    7.8/10(5 votes)

    S1:E3

    Sarah Jane (Elisabeth Sladen) and her young friends investigate reports of a ghostly nun which is haunting the local old folks' residential home. And when one of the elderly residents entrusts Luke (Tommy Knight) with a mysterious alien talisman, it becomes clear there is even more to the story than meets the eye. The gang delves deeper, and discovers that the nun is part of a secret order sworn to protect a terrifying alien creature who can turn her victims to stone with a single look.

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Eye of the Gorgon (2)
    7.8/10(5 votes)

    S1:E4

    Maria's dad Alan (Joseph Millson) has been turned to stone. The alien talisman is now in the possession of the Gorgon and her evil nuns, and they are preparing to open the portal to their world. Can Sarah Jane (Elisabeth Sladen) and her young friends free Alan from his stony state, prevent the nuns from unleashing more deadly aliens on the Earth, and avoid the Gorgon's petrifying gaze?

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  23. undefined Season 5 Episode 1 - Sky (1)
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    S5:E1

    Sarah Jane discovers an abandoned baby girl on her doorstep and attempts to find out who left her there. At a local nuclear power station, a beautiful woman appears out of nowhere and uses alien powers to take control of the place.

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  24. undefined Season 2 Episode 9 - Something Borrowed
    6.9/10(14 votes)

    S2:E9

    Gwen awakes on her wedding day to find she has been impregnated by a shape-shifting alien male. With it's life-partner eager to retrieve it's mate at the cost of Gwen's life, the team race to intercept her as Gwen decides to go through with her marriage at a secluded location with all of her family present

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    Writer:Phil Ford

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  25. undefined Season 8 Episode 2 - Into the Dalek
    6.9/10(79 votes)

    S8:E2

    A Dalek fleet surrounds a lone rebel ship, and only the Doctor can help them now. The Doctor faces his greatest enemy and he needs Clara by his side. Confronted with a decision that could change the Daleks forever he is forced to examine his conscience. Will he find the answer to his question - "Am I a good man?"

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Phil Ford Ratings Summary

"The Curse of Clyde Langer (2)" is the best rated episode written by Phil Ford. It scored 9.3/10 based on 3 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 10/11/2011 and is rated 0.3 points higher than their second-best episode, "The Curse of Clyde Langer (1)".