Doctor Who’s Future After Disney: Mark Gatiss Shares His Honest Thoughts

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After the end of the Doctor Who–Disney deal in 2025, many fans have been worried about the future of the legendary sci-fi series. Although the show is confirmed to return with a 2026 Christmas special, questions remain about where the franchise is headed next.

Now, longtime Doctor Who writer and actor Mark Gatiss has shared his perspective on what the future of the show should look like — and why Doctor Who must stay true to itself.

Mark Gatiss Reflects on Doctor Who’s Identity

Mark Gatiss, who has written several memorable Doctor Who episodes and appeared on-screen as Professor Lazarus and Captain Archibald Lethbridge Stewart, believes the show’s greatest strength is its uniqueness.

Speaking at a recent Radio Times event, Gatiss explained that Doctor Who should not try to compete with franchises like Star Wars or the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

According to him, Doctor Who works best when it embraces what makes it special — its strangeness, mystery, and spooky tone.

He emphasized that the series should remain Doctor Who, not a copy of bigger sci-fi brands.

Doctor Who’s Future After Disney: Mark Gatiss Shares His Honest Thoughts

Why Doctor Who’s “Weirdness” Matters

Gatiss praised Doctor Who for being different from every other sci-fi show, calling its odd and imaginative nature one of the main reasons fans love it.

Since its launch in 1963, Doctor Who has become a major part of British pop culture, and in recent years, it has gained a larger international audience.

However, Gatiss warned that when Doctor Who tries to imitate other franchises, it risks losing its identity — and that staying original is key to its long-term success.

The Impact of Disney on Doctor Who

The Disney partnership brought higher budgets, improved visual effects, and bigger action scenes, which many viewers appreciated.

But some fans felt that Doctor Who lost a bit of its classic charm during this era.

While Disney’s influence improved production quality, it also changed the tone — and not everyone welcomed that shift.

Now, fans are hoping that showrunner Russell T Davies will restore the show’s classic spirit, focusing more on storytelling, mystery, emotion, and originality.

Why Doctor Who Stands Apart From Other Franchises

Unlike Star Wars or the MCU, Doctor Who does not rely on massive cinematic universes or blockbuster formulas. Instead, its strength lies in:

Because of this, Doctor Who remains one of the most unique sci-fi franchises ever created, and Gatiss believes that’s exactly why it continues to succeed.

What Fans Can Expect Next

While details about the 2026 Christmas special remain secret, Gatiss’ comments reflect what many longtime viewers want:

As fans wait for official updates, there is growing hope that the next chapter of Doctor Who will honor its roots while still moving forward.

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