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Davies Confirms 2026 Doctor Who Christmas Special, Release Delayed.

6/1/2026

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Russell T. Davies told BBC Radio 2 the BBC will issue a Doctor Who press release in a week, delayed because 57 people sign off.
He confirmed in October 2025 he will write a 2026 Christmas special, had drafts by February 2026, and noted in May 2026 podcast that filming won’t start until next year, leaving special’s status unclear.
The Sun said it could move to Easter 2027 while the BBC looks for a Doctor.

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Russell T. Davies told BBC Radio 2 the BBC will issue a Doctor Who press release in a week, delayed because 57 people sign off.
He confirmed in October 2025 he will write a 2026 Christmas special, had drafts by February 2026, and noted in May 2026 podcast that filming won’t start until next year, leaving special’s status unclear.
The Sun said it could move to Easter 2027 while the BBC looks for a Doctor.