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One significant reason cited for the plummeting ratings is the shift toward streaming, specifically with Disney+. Critics argue that this has led to a decline in linear TV viewership, with some blaming the change for the decrease in traditional broadcast ratings. The network even went as far as blaming good weather for the poor numbers, which many see as a dismissive excuse. The reality appears more complex: Doctor Who is suffering from a divergence in audience engagement, and the streaming strategy may have inadvertently alienated core fans who prefer linear broadcast viewing.