Doctor Who is back in the headlines. The reboot chronicles the journey of the Doctor and Ruby Sunday as they travel across time and space, meeting exciting characters. As the series gears up for its second season—its fifteenth overall—speculation about its cancellation has surged. So, is Doctor Who getting canceled by Disney Plus?
Here’s everything you need to know about the cancellation rumors surrounding the action-adventure series.
Is Doctor Who canceled or shelved by Disney+?
No, as of now, Doctor Who is not being canceled or shelved by Disney+.
Rumors about the show’s cancellation originated from a report in The Sun, which claimed that the series was suffering from poor ratings and that fans were disappointed with its storylines. The report also alleged that actor Ncuti Gatwa had already filmed his regeneration exit scene, with crew members fearing that the BBC would cancel the series after 62 years.
Furthermore, the report claimed that Gatwa planned to leave the show after Season 2 to pursue opportunities in Hollywood. The Sun alleged that his team was aware of the backlash and wanted to protect his career.
The report also suggested that Doctor Who was poorly managed, leading to crew layoffs due to leadership issues. Lastly, it claimed that insiders expected the show to take a break for five to ten years after filming for Season 2 wrapped.
These claims caused widespread concern among fans. However, there is no need to worry—Doctor Who is not going anywhere. A spokesperson for the show reached out to Radio Times to deny the cancellation rumors, calling the report “incorrect” and clarifying that Doctor Who has not been shelved. The spokesperson further stated that a decision regarding the next installment would be made after Season 2 airs. They also emphasized:
“The deal with Disney Plus was for 26 episodes—exactly half of those still have yet to air. As for the rest, we never comment on the Doctor and future storylines.”
Doctor Who is currently streaming on Disney Plus.
