Overview
- After a six-year hiatus, Doctor Who is set to return with a 2023 Christmas Special, debuting Ncuti Gatwa as the 15th Doctor.
- The episode, titled 'The Church on Ruby Road,' will premiere on December 25, 2023, marking the show's first Christmas broadcast since 2017.
- The return of Russell T. Davies as showrunner promises a revival of beloved traditions, such as the festive Christmas special.
- Millie Gibson is expected to make her debut as the Doctor's new companion, Ruby Sunday, in the Christmas special.
- The subsequent 2024 season will be rebranded as 'Season 1,' marking a fresh start for the franchise and its move to streaming service Disney+.