K-9 and Company
Series Overview
A one-episode television pilot for a proposed 1981 spin-off of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It features former series regulars Sarah Jane Smith, an investigative journalist played by Elisabeth Sladen, and K9, a robotic dog voiced by John Leeson. Both characters had been companions of the Fourth Doctor but they had not appeared together before. The single episode, A Girl's Best Friend was broadcast by BBC1 as a Christmas special on 28 December 1981 but was not taken up for a continuing series.
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1 Season • 1 Episodes
50 min per episode
1981 – 1981
Premiered: Mon, Dec 28, 1981
John Nathan-TurnerLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 1: “A Girl's Best Friend”
The pilot to a proposed spin-off series from Doctor Who. The Doctor leaves K9 Mark III as a gift to Sarah Jane, who is living with her Aunt Lavinia. Her aunt's ward, Brendan, is kidnapped by witches and it's up to Sarah Jane and K9 to save the day.
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Nathan-Turner
John Nathan-Turner
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John Nathan-Turner
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PG: Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
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Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
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What is K-9 and Company about?
A one-episode television pilot for a proposed 1981 spin-off of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It features former series regulars Sarah Jane Smith, an investigative journalist played by Elisabeth Sladen, and K9, a robotic dog voiced by John Leeson. Both characters had been companions of the Fourth Doctor but they had not appeared together before. The single episode, A Girl's Best Friend was broadcast by BBC1 as a Christmas special on 28 December 1981 but was not taken up for a continuing series.
How many seasons does K-9 and Company have?
K-9 and Company comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in K-9 and Company?
Key cast members in K-9 and Company include Elisabeth Sladen, John Leeson, Colin Jeavons, Ian Sears.
Who created or directed K-9 and Company?
K-9 and Company was developed and directed by John Nathan-Turner.