The Hungry Earth (TV story)

The Hungry Earth is the eighth episode of Series Five. It is the first part of a two-part story. It marks the re-appearance of the Silurians for the first time in 26 years.

Synopsis
Over in the tiny, remote hamlet of Cwmtaff, human science is again being bold, pushing the boundaries and asking for trouble. The Discovery Drilling Project has burrowed 21km into the Earth, deeper than ever before. However something is digging up, from way further beneath their feet than 21km.

Plot
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Cast

 * The Doctor - Matt Smith
 * Amy Pond - Karen Gillan
 * Rory Williams - Arthur Darvill
 * Dr. Nasreen Chaudhry - Meera Syal
 * Alaya/Restac - Neve McIntosh (DWM Issue 421)

Production crew
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Story notes

 * The title was confirmed on the cover of Doctor Who Magazine 421.

Ratings
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Rumours

 * It is rumoured that there will be two types of Silurians (the original and a new evolved type). This is with the appearance of 2 similar but different types seen in many of the trailers.
 * It is also rumoured that the Sea Devils will appear as one of the races seen in the trailers.

Filming locations
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Production errors
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Continuity

 * The Silurians return after a 26 year absence, having last appeared in DW: Warriors of the Deep.

Home video releases
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