AMC+ will be the new, exclusive U.S. streaming partner to the BBC‘s Doctor Who. Thirteen seasons and 176 episodes (including specials) of the award-winning series will be available in the U.S. beginning Thursday, June 11.
Doctor Who, the longest-running British sci-fi television series, follows the stories of a regenerating Time Lord who travels on adventures through all of time and space.
Over 13 seasons, which first aired in the UK between 2005 and 2022, the series has seen several acclaimed actors lead the series in the role of the Doctor including Christopher Eccleston, David Tennant, Matt Smith, Peter Capaldi and Jodie Whittaker. In addition to bringing together a passionate fanbase, the series was honored with multiple BAFTA awards and a Peabody Award.
The series premiered 20 years ago this year in the U.S., airing on AMC Global Media-owned BBC America during its run.
“Doctor Who strengthens AMC+’s position as a destination for premium genre storytelling – curated franchises defined by iconic worlds, passionate fan bases and enduring cultural impact,” said Courtney Thomasma, Executive Vice President of AMC Global Media’s linear and streaming products. “We’re thrilled to welcome the Whoniverse into our home of fandoms, giving longtime fans a reason to return while inviting new audiences to discover one of television’s most beloved franchises.”
Doctor Who (2005-2022) was produced by BBC Studios for BBC iPlayer and BBC One with BBC America as co-producer. BBC Studios is the international distributor for Doctor Who.
Doctor Who joins AMC+’s lineup of genre franchises including The Walking Dead Universe and The Anne Rice Universe, featuring Mayfair Witches, Interview with the Vampire and The Vampire Lestat, in addition to fan-favorite series including Mad Men, Preacher, Orphan Black, A Discovery of Witches, Fallen, Wynonna Earp, Snowpiercer, The Terror, Chucky, Creepshow, Tales from the Crypt among others.
