'Doctor Who' Streaming 13 Seasons on AMC Plus
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- AMC+ has secured exclusive U.S. streaming rights to the 13-season run (2005-2022) of the BBC’s modern “Doctor Who” series, starting June 11, featuring 176 episodes including specials.
- The deal excludes the original 1963-1989 series, the 60th anniversary specials, and the latest two seasons starring Ncuti Gatwa, which remain on Disney+.
- The modern “Doctor Who” series was previously available on BBC America and HBO Max, but has been without a U.S. streaming home for the past year.
- AMC+ aims to strengthen its genre storytelling lineup by adding “Doctor Who” alongside franchises like “The Walking Dead” and “Interview with the Vampire,” targeting both longtime fans and new viewers.
- The revival was produced by BBC Studios with BBC America as co-producer, and BBC Studios will handle international distribution.