BBC abandons plans for Doctor Who Christmas special
Summary
The BBC has cancelled the Doctor Who Christmas special planned for 2026 and will open the show to new producers as part of a process called "competitive tender." This change follows the departure of key creators and the lead actor, with the BBC aiming to focus on the show's future direction.Key Facts
- The BBC cancelled the Doctor Who Christmas special originally planned for 2026.
- The show will be put out to "competitive tender," meaning different producers can bid to make it.
- Showrunner Russell T Davies and producer Bad Wolf have left the series.
- Ncuti Gatwa, who played the 15th Doctor, ended his role recently.
- Doctor Who has had Christmas specials since 2005 featuring new actors debuting as the Doctor.
- Disney+ ended its co-production deal with Doctor Who last year.
- The BBC confirmed it remains committed to making new Doctor Who episodes.
- A new Doctor Who animated series for younger children (on CBeebies) is still being produced.
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