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‘Doctor Who’: Billie Piper Says ‘Coming Back Is Really Good Fun’

Billie Piper unexpectedly regenerated from Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor at the end of Doctor Who's latest season finale in 2025.
The surprise regeneration follows ongoing behind-the-scenes uncertainty and declining ratings, with the BBC awaiting Disney's decision on renewing their deal.
Fans criticized rushed character exits and lack of character-driven drama this season, highlighting lost moments that once defined the show's emotional core.
Overnight viewing dropped as low as 1.6 million, while talks of a 2026 festive special aim to possibly reunite Billie Piper and David Tennant for Doctor Who's 20th anniversary.
Doctor Who faces an uncertain future that might include a hiatus, creative reset, or continuation depending on the BBC and Disney, with only a five-episode spinoff confirmed so far.

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