Doctor Who inaugurated its 14th season on September 4, 1976, with episode one of the four-part "The Mask of Mandragora." The Doctor (
Tom Baker) and Sarah (Elisabeth Sladen) are hijacked by a mysterious power source. Deposited in Renaissance Italy, the two time travelers are forced to match wits with the frighteningly formidable Mandragora Helix, which intends to conquer the earth with "a little help from their friends." "The Mask of Mandragora, Episode 1" was written by Terrance Dicks. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide