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It wasn’t long ago that fans rejoiced at the departure of Jodie Whittaker’s 13th Doctor and showrunner Chris Chibnall. For many, their exit signaled the end of an era marked by disappointment. Jodie Whittaker’s tenure received criticism for being campy, preachy, and poorly written, and the series’ ratings took a dramatic hit, plummeting nearly 50% from previous seasons. The once-proud legacy of Doctor Who seemed to be fading into the background of television history.