Disney, Doctor Who
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Disney has pulled out of its Doctor Who partnership with the BBC after just two series following what critics called the show’s “woke” rebrand.
Disney has dropped Doctor Who, but the BBC remains committed to the series, announcing big plans for Christmas 2026.
The BBC announced that Disney will not produce the next series of Doctor Who, and Russell T. Davies is writing a Christmas Special for 2026.
Doctor Who future finally confirmed by BBC with result of Disney+ deal and Christmas special details
The future of Doctor Who has been confirmed, with Disney revealing it will not be partnering on more seasons of the show. However, the show will return in 2026 with a new Christmas special, written by Russell T Davies, the BBC has confirmed.
The BBC struck a deal with Disney+ to air Doctor Who in 2022, with the idea that the American media conglomerate could take the franchise to the next level. “They said, ‘We want to make Doctor Who bigger.