Season 59 - 2026
Following the bold and daring storytelling of Season 58, anticipation was high for what Chris Clenshaw and his team had planned next. The Christmas Special had left fans both emotional and excited for the future, especially with the departure of Anya Chalotra as Ellie Sinclair in the finale and the return of Nick Berry’s Ninth Doctor for one final farewell. Season 59 would now consist of ten episodes, along with a Christmas Special at the end of the year. Clenshaw described this season as one that would "push the Doctor to his limits like never before," With Ellie’s departure, the question of who would step aboard the TARDIS next loomed over the fandom, and in late 2025, the BBC confirmed that James Bye would join the cast as the Doctor’s new companion, Denver Russell. Denver was described as tough, loyal and willing to help the Doctor in any situation. As for the writing team, the show continued to attract top-tier talent. Returning writers included Pete McTighe, Sharma A...