Recently, there’s been much discussion about the potential future of Doctor Who, but the BBC has made it clear that the science fiction show will continue, regardless of any involvement from Disney.
At the Edinburgh TV Festival, Kate Phillips, who holds the position of Chief Content Officer at the BBC, announced that the continuation of “Doctor Who” will not be influenced by any decisions made by its American partner. In simpler terms, she assured fans of the show, often referred to as Whovians, that Doctor Who will persist regardless of what the American partner decides.
Disney’s collaboration has been fantastic and it’s set to continue with ‘The War Between The Land And The Sea’ in the coming year. However, it’s important to note that regardless of Disney’s involvement, Doctor Who will remain on BBC. Rest assured, the TARDIS isn’t going anywhere.
The feedback arrives at an interesting juncture for the show. The transformation of Ncuti Gatwa’s character as the Doctor culminated unexpectedly with a regeneration into Billie Piper, and while this surprise sparked media attention, the audience numbers for season 15 have been disappointing so far.
To begin with, the initial four episodes of this season have been watched by an average of 3.1 million viewers. This is significantly lower than Ncuti Gatwa’s debut season, which attracted an average of 3.9 million viewers per episode. Moreover, it lags even further behind Jodie Whittaker’s final year, which managed to pull in approximately 5 million viewers during its opening episodes.
The first episode of season 15 attracted approximately 3.6 million viewers, which might seem decent. However, it’s worth noting that the premieres for seasons 14 and 13 drew in 4 million and 5.8 million viewers, respectively. By the fourth episode this season, viewership had dropped to only 2.8 million.
While the start of season 15 had around 3.6 million viewers, it’s important to mention that seasons 14 and 13 opened with more-4 million and 5.8 million viewers, respectively. By the fourth episode this season, viewership had dropped down to 2.8 million.
As a passionate movie enthusiast, I’ve noticed a shift in the narrative trajectory of some shows, with critics online suggesting that these “woke” storylines might be alienating audiences. However, it’s essential to note that concrete evidence pointing to this as the primary reason for decreased viewership is scarce. What is undeniably clear, though, is the BBC’s unwavering support for the show, indicating their confidence in its content and direction.
Lindsay Salt, the director of BBC Drama, further comforted viewers by confirming that BBC remains resolute in their dedication to Doctor Who.
Showrunner Russell T Davies has admitted that he doesn’t know yet if Disney will stay involved.
He shared with RadioTimes.com, “We’ve got multiple strategies in place – it might head one direction or another. It’s our responsibility to prepare for all possibilities… but only time will tell. We can’t wait to see what happens! I truly hope it returns.
BBC Studios CEO Tom Fussell previously mentioned the franchise, stating to Deadline, “Fans have always adored the Doctor Who brand, even before my days of wearing short trousers. We’re deeply invested in Doctor Who and are continually exploring avenues to bring the series to its enthusiasts.
As of now, BBC has not yet made any definitive decisions about the fate of the series until the conclusion of season 15. They’ve confirmed that Gatwa has not been dismissed from the show, but have not ruled out the possibility that he might have chosen to depart voluntarily. Disney, on the other hand, remains silent about their future role in the series.
Despite some uncertainty regarding ratings and collaborations, the BBC’s assurance to fans is straightforward: Doctor Who is here to stay for quite a while.
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2025-08-22 11:46