Did you know that Jodie Whittaker SAVED Doctor Who with her ratings? Because she didn’t. Did you know that the BBC is denying any “woke” bias in its drama programming, including Doctor Who? Stop giggling. How about Doctor Who being a massive hit in streaming… the ENTIRE series, that is. Not just the Christmas special. Yeah, the Doctor Who damage control has begun.
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Jodie Whittaker’s casting as the first female Doctor in the long-running BBC series “Doctor Who” was a historic and controversial move. Her arrival marked a significant change in the series, not only because of the gender switch for the iconic character but also due to the shift in the show’s storytelling approach under the new showrunner, Chris Chibnall.
The tenure of Whittaker as the Doctor has been a subject of debate among fans and critics. While some praised the series for its progressive casting and attempts to freshen up the narrative, others criticized it for various reasons, including perceived declines in writing quality and audience ratings. There were also discussions about the show taking a more “woke” approach under Chibnall and Whittaker, focusing more on contemporary social and political themes, which some viewers felt was a departure from its traditional storytelling style.
The tenure of Chris Chibnall as the showrunner for “Doctor Who,” particularly during the era of the Thirteenth Doctor, played by Jodie Whittaker, saw a decline in viewership ratings. Initially, Whittaker’s debut as the Doctor in “The Woman Who Fell to Earth” garnered high ratings, with about 11 million viewers, reflecting significant interest in the first female Doctor. However, as the series progressed, there was a notable drop in viewership. For instance, the Series 12 finale “The Timeless Children” achieved 4.7 million viewers, and “Legend of the Sea Devils” almost became the lowest-rated episode in the show’s history with 3.5 million viewers.
Several factors contributed to this decline. Chris Chibnall’s writing and direction of the show received mixed responses from audiences and critics. Some episodes under his tenure were perceived as weak and confusing, lacking the coherence and character development expected by fans.
As for streaming success, “Doctor Who” has been a popular series on various streaming platforms, with its extensive history and fanbase contributing to its continued relevance. The entire series, encompassing multiple Doctors and eras, has been a draw for audiences, not just specific episodes or specials.
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