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The ratings reflect the dissatisfaction among long-time viewers. The Doctor Who Christmas specials featuring Gwa have experienced the lowest viewership in over 60 years. According to reports, the Doctor Who ratings, especially for the most recent specials, have dropped sharply—losing nearly half a million viewers in just two weeks. These numbers exemplify a growing disconnect between the show's producers and its audience.
This trend underscores a pattern seen across various franchises: when a show appears to prioritize representation over narrative integrity, it risks alienating its core fan base. The backlash isn’t about the character’s race or sexuality per se; rather, it’s about the perception that these choices are driven by political motives rather than storytelling merit.