Get ready to travel through time and space! The next chapter of Doctor Who officially lands on Disney+ starting Friday, May 10, 2024, marking the show’s first-ever global premiere on the platform. This highly anticipated Doctor Who Disney Plus Premiere will launch simultaneously across the globe, with viewers outside the U.K. (including the U.S.) able to stream the first episodes at 7:00 p.m. EDT. U.K. audiences can tune in at 12:00 a.m. GMT on Saturday, May 11, via BBC iPlayer, followed by a broadcast on BBC One later that day.
Meet the New Doctor and Ruby Sunday
This season introduces Ncuti Gatwa as the Fifteenth Doctor and Millie Gibson as his new companion, Ruby Sunday. Fans will follow their thrilling adventures through different timelines and alien worlds—from Regency-era London to war-torn futuristic landscapes. Along the way, the duo will face off against mysterious monsters, form unexpected alliances, and uncover secrets that span across time and space.
Showrunner and executive producer Russell T Davies promises all the excitement Whovians expect: “Monsters! Chases! Villains! Mysteries! And a terrifying secret that’s been spanning time and space for decades.”
What’s Coming with the Doctor Who Disney Plus Premiere
The season features a lineup of new characters portrayed by Aneurin Barnard, Anita Dobson, and Jonathan Groff, among others. Expect high-stakes storytelling, jaw-dropping visuals, and plenty of nods to the long-running series’ beloved history. This Doctor Who Disney Plus Premiere will also introduce new layers to the Time Lord legacy.
Ahead of the season launch, Disney+ is set to drop an all-new trailer on March 22, along with updated key art showcasing the dynamic duo of Gatwa and Gibson.
Behind the Scenes of Doctor Who on Disney+
This season of Doctor Who is produced by Bad Wolf in partnership with BBC Studios for Disney Branded Television and the BBC. With a powerhouse production team including Davies, Phil Collinson, Joel Collins, Julie Gardner, and Jane Tranter, fans can expect the perfect blend of classic Doctor Who storytelling and modern sci-fi spectacle.
Mark your calendars—Doctor Who returns with global reach, exclusive streaming, and a bold new era. The Doctor Who Disney Plus Premiere begins May 10—and it’s time to join the adventure.
