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The entire ordeal echoes the decline of other beloved franchises, such as Star Wars and Star Trek, which saw their previous glories tarnished by mismanagement and creative missteps. Longtime fans now grapple with the realization that Doctor Who may never recover from this latest upheaval. Many have expressed that revisiting classic episodes offers a nostalgic escape from the current decline.
The frustration is compounded by the perception that the show has become a "bubble", disconnected from its roots and unable to adapt to modern storytelling while alienating its core audience. What once was a symbol of innovative sci-fi is now seen as a fractured franchise, limping toward oblivion.