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K-9 and Company (1981)
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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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74
Worth tryingFast-paced
EnergyMeasured and gradual
ToneMagical and breezy
ExperienceWhimsy and easy adventure
Best suited forbig ideas and concept-driven tension
What to expect from this title?Expect a light fantasy ride that favors charm, movement, and whimsical adventure over heavy realism.
Easy to enter quicklyBuilt for quick funClear and accessible mood
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Parental guidance
Suitable for family viewing with some guidance.
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Best suited forParental guidance
Content levelModerate content
GuidanceBetter with parental guidance
Rating methodDescriptive estimate
ConfidenceMedium
SourceOfficial rating • Australia • TMDB
• Violence & action• Serious themes
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Viewer insight K-9 and Company is a 1981 TV series in the Action & Adventure / Sci-Fi & Fantasy category from United Kingdom. Created by John Nathan-Turner. Starring Elisabeth Sladen and John Leeson. Original language: English. TMDB rating: 6.5/10.
Genre: Action & Adventure / Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Released in 1981, Original language: English, Production: United Kingdom, Starring Elisabeth Sladen and John Leeson.
Episode runtime
50 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Type
TV Series
Seasons
1
Episodes
1
Status
Pilot
First air year
1981
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Cast & crew
Elisabeth Sladen
Sarah Jane Smith
John Leeson
K-9 (voice)
Colin Jeavons
Ian Sears
Brendan Richards
Creators: John Nathan-Turner
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1What is series K-9 and Company (1981)?
It is a series released in 1981 within the Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama category.
2What is the story of K-9 and Company?
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4What is the rating of K-9 and Company?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 6.5/10 based on 10 ratings.
5How many seasons or episodes does K-9 and Company have?
The series currently shows 1 season, 1 episode.
6What kind of viewers is K-9 and Company best suited for?
A concept-led watch that blends mood and ideas, rewarding viewers who enjoy the world as much as the plot turns.
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