Recent news about Doctor Who highlights a significant decline in viewership and ongoing speculation about the show's future. The BBC series has seen a drop of around two million viewers compared to the period when Jodie Whittaker starred as the Doctor, with recent episodes attracting about 2.5 million viewers

. Critics and some fans attribute this decline to the show's increasingly "woke" direction, which has included storylines featuring non-binary aliens, incels, transgender characters, and a pregnant male extra-terrestrial, as well as themes centered on climate change activism. This shift toward virtue- signaling rather than traditional storytelling has sparked controversy and dissatisfaction among parts of the fanbase

. Amidst this, there is speculation fueled by tabloid reports that Ncuti Gatwa, the current Doctor, might be leaving the show after just two series, though the BBC has denied these claims and stated no decisions about renewal will be made until the current season (Season 15) finishes airing

. Showrunner Russell T Davies has hinted that while there might be a "pause" or hiatus after Season 15, the series is not ending, with scripts for Season 16 already in development and plans for two more seasons reportedly mapped out

. The latest episodes, including the penultimate episode "Wish World," have taken a dystopian turn, setting up an exciting finale for Season 15, which continues to draw interest despite the ratings drop

. The BBC continues to release new episodes simultaneously on BBC One, iPlayer, and Disney+, maintaining a global audience despite the challenges

. In summary, Doctor Who is currently experiencing a turbulent period marked by declining ratings, divisive content choices, and uncertainty about its immediate future, though production and creative development are ongoing with plans for continuation beyond the current season