Light-hearted moments are an important part of Doctor Who, but if they don’t also propel the plot then they can end up on the cutting-room floor…
Invasion of the Dinosaurs
Part Five (8’ 29”): After being told to get the troops ready by the Brigadier, Sergeant Benton suddenly remembers: “About me being under arrest, sir; who’s going to guard me?” “I can’t spare men to look after you, Benton. You’ll have to guard yourself,” replies Lethbridge-Stewart. “Sir!” smiles Benton. As the Brigadier leaves, he adds: “Sergeant – well done.”
Dalek
(28’ 55”): The Doctor chides the Dalek on its downloading of the internet, asking if it’s found “Lots of naked bodies and people arguing about the revival of Buffy, did that help? Did you go in the chat rooms? Find a date? Gonna hook up with a coffee machine?”