Overview
- Disney+ will not participate in the next season, ending the two‑season co‑production while continuing to stream those seasons and associated specials in its territories.
- The BBC says Doctor Who will return at Christmas 2026 with a special written by Russell T Davies, produced by Bad Wolf with BBC Studios.
- Spin‑off The War Between the Land and the Sea is due this year on BBC One and iPlayer and is also expected on Disney+ under the existing arrangement.
- An animated Doctor Who series for preschool audiences is in development at CBeebies as part of the BBC’s broader franchise plans.
- Casting, long‑term showrunning, funding and international distribution for future seasons remain unannounced, with reports linking Disney’s exit to softer recent viewership.