Doctor Who

The Highlanders is a classic Doctor Who serial set in the Scottish Highlands in 1746, shortly after the Battle of Culloden. The Doctor, Ben, and Polly find themselves caught between the Jacobite cause and the ruthless Royal Commissioner Grey, who plots to sell the Doctor and his companions into slavery. Amidst the chaos of the aftermath of the battle, a young Highlander named Jamie McCrimmon and the Laird's daughter Kirsty become central to the Doctor's fight against Grey's men. This adventure introduces Jamie as a recurring companion and showcases the Doctor's resourcefulness in a desperate situation. The story blends historical adventure with the Doctor's signature science-fiction elements, creating a tense and memorable episode of the classic series.