Overview

• Peter Davison warns the series’ emphasis on special effects has created narrative gaps, likening recent episodes to “trailer television.”
• He criticizes the fast pacing as driven by fears of waning attention spans, saying storylines leap ahead before they can fully develop.
• Davison questions whether Billie Piper’s uncredited return in the finale signals a true new Doctor role, calling it a “hand grenade” to surprise viewers.
• He commends showrunner Russell T. Davies for strengthening underused characters and addressing long-standing narrative issues.
• The BBC has not yet greenlit another live-action season after record-low ratings of around 3.2 million and ongoing talks with Disney+, leaving fans uncertain about the series' return.