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AMC+ has secured exclusive US streaming rights to Doctor Who (2005–2022), making 13 seasons and 175 episodes (including specials) available in the US from June 11; the lineup features the Doctors Tennant, Smith, Whittaker, Eccleston and Capaldi, underscoring AMC+'s push into premium genre fare.
AMC+ will exclusively stream the BBC’s revived Doctor Who in the U.S., adding all 13 seasons (2005–2022) and 176 episodes (plus specials) starting June 11; the deal covers the modern series and excludes the original 1963–89 run and Disney+ revival, marking AMC+ as a home for premium genre titles as the Whoniverse returns to U.S. streaming after HBO Max rights expired.
AMC+ has acquired streaming rights to most of Doctor Who’s 21st‑century run (2005–2022), making 13 seasons with the Ninth through Thirteenth Doctors available starting June 11. About 150+ episodes will stream, while the latest two seasons remain on Disney+ in the U.S.; this marks a U.S. homecoming for the series, which previously aired on BBC America and their Sci Fi Channel lineage.
Two missing 1960s Doctor Who episodes, The Nightmare Begins and Devil’s Planet from The Daleks’ Master Plan, have been recovered from private collections, restored by BBC Archives to broadcast quality with help from Film is Fabulous!, and will stream on BBC iPlayer’s Whoniverse over Easter.
Two long-lost Doctor Who episodes from the 1960s were found among a deceased collector’s possessions and have been restored by BBC archivists; they will be available to stream on the BBC’s service next month.
Two long-lost Doctor Who episodes from The Daleks’ Master Plan, ‘Nightmare Begins’ and ‘Devil’s Planet,’ have been found by the Film is Fabulous! charity and restored by the BBC, then will stream on BBC iPlayer this Easter after reconstruction from 16mm telerecordings.
The BBC has confirmed a Doctor Who Christmas special in 2026 written by Russell T Davies, marking the show's return after a period of uncertainty, with no current partnership with Disney+ and plans to announce the next series soon.
Disney+ is ending its partnership with the BBC for 'Doctor Who' after two seasons, but the series will continue with a new Christmas special in 2026 written by Russell T Davies. The show remains a BBC flagship, with additional spin-offs and an animated series in development, and the next Doctor has yet to be announced.
The BBC announced that Doctor Who will return with a Christmas 2026 special written by Russell T Davies, reaffirming its commitment to the series despite Disney+ not partnering on the next season. The show will continue with plans for a new series, and fans can enjoy upcoming related content on BBC platforms.
Disney+ is ending its partnership with BBC on 'Doctor Who' after two seasons and a spin-off, with the BBC confirming the show's continuation and a Christmas special in 2026. The series has faced mixed ratings and viewership challenges, but remains a beloved BBC property, with future seasons and new content planned.
The article teases a potential crossover between Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and Doctor Who, highlighting a sneak peek of the season 3 finale where references to Doctor Who are made, including a mention of a time-traveling doctor and a TARDIS appearance in a previous episode, with the finale involving an ancient alien threat and difficult decisions for Captain Pike.
A leaked discussion suggests Billie Piper was cast as the Sixteenth Doctor in Doctor Who due to her appearance, sparking debates about her looks, body modifications, and the implications for the show's casting choices and season 3. The conversation also touches on her past roles and physical changes, raising questions about age and representation.
The article offers a critical review of the Doctor Who finale 'The Reality War,' highlighting its rushed storytelling, questionable character decisions, and underdeveloped representation, while also discussing behind-the-scenes issues and the show's uncertain future amid changing production circumstances.
Ncuti Gatwa explains his departure from Doctor Who as a planned decision due to the physical and emotional demands of the role, with his two-season run always intended. The finale revealed a surprising return of Billie Piper, who regenerates into a new character, sparking curiosity about her role and the show's future. The transition marks a significant and uncertain period for the series.
Ncuti Gatwa's tenure as the Doctor in Doctor Who ends after two seasons, with his character regenerating into a form resembling Rose Tyler, played by Billie Piper, hinting at a nostalgic return. Gatwa expressed gratitude for his time, while the BBC shifts focus to a new spinoff series, The War Between The Land and The Sea, set to release later this year.