The Feathered Serpent

The Feathered Serpent is a British children's television series. Set in Aztec Mexico and starring former Doctor Who Patrick Troughton as the scheming High Priest Nasca, two series were made for ITV by Thames Television and transmitted in 1976 and 1978.

Directed by —, The Feathered Serpent leans on a strong ensemble — Patrick Troughton, Brian Deacon, Diane Keen — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The series landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1976.