BBC Denies Doctor Who Cancellation Rumors Amid Uncertain Future

The BBC refutes tabloid claims of a hiatus, while decisions on the show's future await Season 2's performance and Disney's assessment.

The BBC has dismissed reports claiming Doctor Who will be shelved for 5-10 years, calling the rumors 'incorrect.'
Speculation arose from a tabloid report suggesting low ratings and creative backlash as reasons for potential cancellation.
Doctor Who's viewership has shifted, with strong engagement among younger audiences despite lower live ratings compared to past seasons.
The show's future hinges on the performance of the upcoming Season 2 and Disney's evaluation of its value for international subscribers.
No additional episodes beyond the current 26-episode Disney deal have been confirmed, but a spin-off series is in production.