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With the spotlight firmly on upcoming releases, including the Christmas special, it remains crucial for the showrunners to address its core issues. The acclaimed drama has historically benefited from clever writing and engaging narratives, yet recent tendencies suggest a departure from such quality. Following a muddied portrayal of characters and story arcs leaning heavily into issues of race and gender identity, many fear the essence of Doctor Who is being stripped away.
The key players, including actors like Ncuti Gatwa, have found themselves in a precarious situation. While they may have been contracted for subsequent seasons, the shifting landscape amidst dwindling ratings might not favor their positions much longer.