10 Ways Russell T Davies Will Save Doctor Who

From 2005 until 2008, Doctor Who enjoyed one series per year, usually consisting of 12 to 13 episodes. In 2009, the show moved to a series of specials, breaking that streak. Then, while Series 5 aired in one block, Series 6 was split in two - signalling the beginning of a more fractured schedule for the show.

While it's wonderful to receive episodes over a longer period of time, there is something to be said for letting a story play out over a set number of weeks. With Davies' return - and the announcement that we will receive three specials in November of 2023 - it suggests that there is at least a will to air as many stories as close together as possible. It may not be a full series, but it should sate the thirst of many fans.

While stilted release orders are nothing new for Doctor Who, it's always fun to build a story one week, and pay it off the next. We've had a measly three episodes in 2022, and though COVID played a role in that, it still feels pretty lacklustre. Doctor Who could and should have a series (even just eight episodes) every single year, so hopefully RTD can get that going from 2024.

Plus, the excitement of the week-to-week release is something that has rarely worked as well as it has during Davies' tenure. The man knows what he's doing!