S07E07Doctor Who season 7 episode 7: The Rings of Akhaten
Aired 6 April 201346 minRated TV-PG
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What happens in “The Rings of Akhaten”
Clara wants to see something awesome, so the Doctor whisks her off to the inhabited rings of the planet Akhaten, where the Festival of Offerings is in full swing. Clara meets the young Queen of Years as the pilgrims and natives ready for the ceremony. But something is stirring in the pyramid, and a sacrifice will be demanded.
Episode summary: TMDB.
Before you watch
- It is episode 7 of 13 of season 7, so watch episodes 1 to 6 first.
- It runs about 46 minutes.
- Directed by Farren Blackburn, written by Neil Cross.
- TMDB users rate it 7.1 out of 10 (78 votes).
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Cast and crew of this episode
- Director
- Farren Blackburn
- Writer
- Neil Cross
- Guest stars
- Michael Dixon as DaveNicola Thorp as EllieEmilia Jones as MerryAidan Cook as The MummyFeth Greenwood as Dor'eenChris Anderson as The Chorister
Credits: TMDB.
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