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'Doctor Who' future uncertain as BBC scraps Christmas special and showrunner exits

The future of "Doctor Who” is uncertain after the BBC canceled a planned Christmas special

The Independent UK · Jun 11

Russell T Davies confirms he has left Doctor Who — here's what this means for the future of the sci-fi series

Doctor Who is now "out to tender" following the departure of Russell T Davies.

TechRadar · Jun 11

The Future of ‘Doctor Who’ Is Looking Pretty Bleak

We’re officially in a new era of Doctor Who. In a statement released on Wednesday, the BBC confirmed that showrunner Russell T. Davies and his production company Bad Wolf have officially exited Doctor Who. The network will put the show out to “competitive tender”, allowing new production companies to pitch…

The Mary Sue · Jun 10

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Doctor Who's Russell T. Davies Is Exiting The Franchise. Why I Think It's The Right Call

No hate to the former showrunner at all.

Cinemablend · Jun 10

21 Years Later, The Oldest Sci-Fi Show Gets A Devastating Setback

Wither 'Doctor Who'? Here's what to know about the big shakeup with the oldest sci-fi show, ever.

Inverse · Jun 10

BBC abandons plans for Doctor Who Christmas special

Broadcaster says it is focusing on series’ long-term future after departure of showrunner and producer

The Guardian - UK · Jun 10

BBC announces future of iconic show up in the air as Christmas special axed

The 2026 Christmas special of Doctor Who will no longer go ahead despite being announced last year

The National (Scotland) · Jun 10

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Russell T Davies asks BBC to stop promoting Doctor Who on ‘hate platform’ X

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The Independent UK · Jun 5

Russell T Davies reveals he asked BBC to stop publicising Doctor Who on X: ‘It’s a hate platform’

‘It’s not the town square it pretends to be,’ he said of X

The Independent UK · Jun 5

'Doctor Who' 2026 Christmas Special Might Not Happen After All

A decades-old TV tradition will be completely upended in the next year.

Inverse · May 27

How Doctor Who became the star-making role nobody in their right mind would want

COMMENT: It’s a game of Who’s ‘Who’ at the BBC right now, with reports suggesting that producers are struggling to replace Ncuti Gatwa’s recently departed Time Lord. One of TV’s biggest roles is looking like a poisoned chalice, writes Louis Chilton

The Independent UK · May 27

Doctor Who May Not Air In 2026 After All. Why I Honestly Think That's OK

What a wild turn of events.

Cinemablend · May 26

Ncuti Gatwa makes playful jabs at Doctor Who while hosting SNL UK

Ncuti Gatwa made a series of playful jabs at Doctor Who during his opening monologue for SNL UK on Saturday (16 May).

The Independent UK · May 18

SNL UK sketch featuring Aimee Lou Wood ignites casting calls from Doctor Who fans

‘The White Lotus’ star hosted the latest episode of the British sketch show

The Independent UK · May 3

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Inverse · Apr 15

20 Years Ago, The Oldest Sci-Fi Show's Golden Era Began With A Strange Start

The third debut of David Tennant as the 10th Doctor in 'Doctor Who' was probably the most pivotal. Here's how "New Earth" feels, 20 years later.

The Mary Sue · Apr 1

A Former ‘Doctor Who’ Star Will Only Return on One Condition, and the Internet Loves It

Let's make it happen.

The Independent UK · Mar 31

Two previously lost Doctor Who episodes to be released this week

Devil’s Planet and The Nightmare Begins will both be made available on BBC iPlayer

Cinemablend · Mar 16

Doctor Who's Christmas Special May Bring Back David Tennant, But I Hope They Don't

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The Guardian - UK · Mar 13

Two lost Doctor Who episodes from the 1960s found … and regenerated

The black-and-white shows were first broadcast in 1965, and will be available to watch next month on BBC iPlayer

Inverse · Mar 12

20 Years Later, The Oldest Sci-Fi Show Is Resolving A Bittersweet Loose End — Maybe

One of 'Doctor Who's most heartbreaking moments could get a follow-up later this year. Or maybe not?

Cinemablend · Mar 9

Doctor Who's 2026 Christmas Episode May Be A Throwback To A Beloved Episode

Please let this be true.

Inverse · Mar 2

62 Years Later, The Oldest Sci-Fi Show Almost Resolved Its Biggest Plot Hole

Season 2 of 'Doctor Who' initially looked a lot different, and could have solved a big mystery.

Inverse · Feb 18

The Next Chapter For 'Doctor Who' Still Doesn't Have A Release Date

The already-completed 'Doctor Who' spinoff, called 'The War Between The Land And The Sea', is apparently stuck in Disney+ limbo. Here's what to know.

Cinemablend · Feb 9

Doctor Who's Recent Mention Of Christopher Eccleston Already Has My Hopes Up

I'm ready for more of the Ninth Doctor.

The Independent UK · Feb 3

Doctor Who sonic screwdrivers and Tardis props go up for auction

The online auction will be held from 3 to 19 February, with 20 per cent of proceeds being donated to BBC Children in Need

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