Doctor Who gets a new streaming home on AMC+
Intelligence Summary
- Doctor Who moves to AMC+, with 13 seasons and 175 episodes available starting June 11 in the US.
Doctor Who gets a new streaming home on AMC+
The iconic British sci-fi series Doctor Who has announced a new streaming home on AMC+. Starting June 11, 13 seasons and 175 episodes will be available on AMC+ in the United States. These episodes cover the 'New Who' era, which originally aired between 2005 and 2022.
The New Who era
The New Who era marks a new chapter for the series, with the show featuring several well-known actors, including Christopher Eccleston, David Tennant, Matt Smith, Peter Capaldi and Jodie Whittaker. This generation of Doctor Who is defined by refreshed storytelling and more advanced production values. It’s important to note that episodes made under the short-lived financing agreement between the BBC and Disney will not be included in this streaming deal. That means fans should not expect the return of David Tennant as the Fourteenth Doctor or any storylines involving Ncuti Gatwa.
AMC+ as a new financial partner
The recent announcement has sparked speculation that AMC+ could also become the next major US financial partner for the series. This follows Disney’s exit as co-financier, which has caused the show’s current production pause. The BBC has so far confirmed that it will self-fund one special episode, expected to air this Christmas. That episode could help tie up some loose ends, including the return of Billie Piper.
The future of Doctor Who
While it remains unclear exactly what the future of Doctor Who will look like, a new co-financing deal is expected to be announced soon. The current situation has left fans curious about what comes next. It’s also worth noting that the BBC has not yet shared details about the specific storylines or new characters that will be introduced in the meantime.
Timeline
2026-05-14: Announcement of Doctor Who’s new streaming home on AMC+ after the end of the deal with Disney.
2023-06-11: Start of streaming 13 seasons and 175 episodes on AMC+ in the United States.
Christmas 2023: BBC self-funded special episode planned to wrap up some storylines.
In a statement, Courtney Thomasma, Executive Vice President of AMC Global Media, said that Doctor Who strengthens AMC+ as a destination for premium genre storytelling. With the Whoniverse coming to AMC+, the company hopes to attract both longtime fans and new viewers to the beloved franchise.
So far, however, there are no details on when filming for the upcoming Doctor Who Christmas special will begin, though rumors suggest it could happen in early autumn to be ready in time for December.
