New season of DOCTOR WHO premieres on Disney+ and BBC this May

Doctor Who fans are in for a treat as Season 14 is set to debut on Disney+ on May 10 and the BBC on May 11, marking the series' premiere on the Disney streaming platform. This season introduces Ncuti Gatwa as the new Doctor alongside his companion Ruby Sunday, portrayed by Millie Gibson. The show promises a variety of adventures, featuring both historical settings like the Regency era in England and futuristic battlegrounds. Season 14 begins with two episodes released at the same time worldwide, although viewers in the UK will need to watch through the BBC iPlayer or wait for the broadcast on BBC One.

Fans of the series might want to catch up on "The Church on Ruby Road," a special episode from December 2023 that serves as Gatwa's introduction as the Doctor. Alongside the typical elements fans love—monsters, villains, and mysteries—showrunner Russell T Davies teases a terrifying secret that spans across time and space. Guest stars for the new season include Aneurin Barnard, Jonathan Groff, Lenny Rush, and Indira Varma, promising a star-studded series that continues the show's celebrated legacy.

The new season of Doctor Who will be available to stream on Disney+ starting on May 10. However, the exact release time may vary depending on your location.

Doctor Who has been a cornerstone of British television since its inception in 1963. Known for its iconic time-traveling adventures aboard the TARDIS, the show has developed a cult following and significant international audience over its decades-long run. It's a staple of sci-fi, notable for its creative storytelling, special effects, and the ability of the Doctor to regenerate into a new form, a narrative device that has allowed for multiple actors to take on the lead role over the years. Ncuti Gatwa joins the Doctor Who legacy as the latest iteration of the beloved Time Lord.