💨 Abstract

Doctor Who, despite past adversities, now faces its biggest challenge since 2005 due to low viewership, mixed reviews, and fan discontent. While Disney's potential withdrawal and the BBC seeking a new partner loom as threats, it could also mean a return to the show's creative, character-driven roots. Recent seasons' over-reliance on spectacle has been criticized, and a budget constraint might force a focus back on storytelling, much like the show's earlier, beloved eras.

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