Doctor Who Update: Disney+ Reveals Success of Show

Doctor Who fans, get ready for some exciting news! Disney+ has confirmed that the show will be returning on April 12th, and it looks like Season 14 was a big hit. According to Disney+, Doctor Who was one of the most-watched programs on iPlayer and a top 5 series on Disney+ globally during its airing. Plus, it was the BBC’s top drama for under 35-year-olds, making it one of the most popular shows for that age group across all streaming platforms.

The show’s second season, led by Showrunner Russell T. Davies, features a talented cast including Ncuti Gatwa as the Fifteenth Doctor, Millie Gibson as Ruby Sunday, and Varada Sethu as Belinda Chandra. Joining them are Rose Ayling-Ellis, Anita Dobson, Christopher Chung, Michelle Greenidge, Jonah Hauer-King, Ruth Madeley, Jemma Redgrave, Susan Twist, and Alan Cumming as the voice of Mr Ring-a-Ding.

Excitingly, a new team of writers is on board for Season 2, bringing diverse voices and experiences to the show. Juno Dawson, Inua Ellams, Pete McTighe, and Sharma Angel-Walfall are the creative minds behind the new season. Each writer brings a unique background and fresh perspective to Doctor Who, promising an exciting and unpredictable journey for fans.

Dawson, a best-selling novelist and screenwriter, expressed her excitement about working on the show she’s loved since childhood. Ellams, a renowned writer and curator, shared how Doctor Who inspired him to dream beyond his reality. McTighe, an experienced writer and producer, described his love for the show and pride in the upcoming episodes. Lastly, Angel-Walfall, a rising talent from Manchester, expressed her honor in being part of the iconic Doctor Who family.

With a stellar cast and a team of talented writers, Doctor Who Season 2 is shaping up to be a wild and exciting ride. Get ready to travel through time and space once again on April 12th, only on Disney+.