Doctor Who: The Aztecs
“REWRITING HISTORY IS DANGEROUS...”
Synopsis
The TARDIS materialises inside an Aztec tomb. Outside it, the Doctor and his companions soon discover that Mexico in the 15th century is a bloodthirsty and dangerous place... And with Barbara mistaken for a reincarnation of an ancient high priest called Yetaxa, the history teacher thinks that she can put an end to the barbaric human sacrifices once and for all. But can she rewrite history without disastrous consequences?
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Crockett
- Screenplay & Story
- John Lucarotti, David Whitaker
- Original Score
- Richard Rodney Bennett
- Original Title
- Doctor Who: The Aztecs
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Crockett
John Lucarotti, David Whitaker
Richard Rodney Bennett
Verity Lambert
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John Crockett
Director
John Lucarotti
Writer
Verity Lambert
Producer
Daphne Dare
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What is Doctor Who: The Aztecs about?
The TARDIS materialises inside an Aztec tomb. Outside it, the Doctor and his companions soon discover that Mexico in the 15th century is a bloodthirsty and dangerous place... And with Barbara mistaken for a reincarnation of an ancient high priest called Yetaxa, the history teacher thinks that she can put an end to the barbaric human sacrifices once and for all. But can she rewrite history without disastrous consequences?
Who directed Doctor Who: The Aztecs?
Doctor Who: The Aztecs was directed by John Crockett.
Who stars in Doctor Who: The Aztecs?
The principal cast of Doctor Who: The Aztecs includes William Hartnell, Carole Ann Ford, Jacqueline Hill, William Russell, Keith Pyott.
When was Doctor Who: The Aztecs released and how long is it?
Doctor Who: The Aztecs was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Doctor Who: The Aztecs?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Doctor Who: The Aztecs was composed by Richard Rodney Bennett.