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AMC+ lands Doctor Who

May 15, 2026

By Nik Roseveare

AMC+ will be the new, exclusive streaming home to 13 seasons and 176 episodes (including specials) of cult sci-fi series Doctor Who (2005 – 2022) in the US beginning June 11th following a deal with BBC Studios. The episodes had previously been unavailable to stream anywhere in the US.

Doctor Who strengthens AMC+’s position as a destination for premium genre storytelling – curated franchises defined by iconic worlds, passionate fan bases and enduring cultural impact,” commented Courtney Thomasma, Executive Vice President of AMC Global Media’s linear and streaming products. “We’re thrilled to welcome the Whoniverse into our home of fandoms, giving longtime fans a reason to return while inviting new audiences to discover one of television’s most beloved franchises.”

Doctor Who is one of the most beloved franchises in television, with a fanbase that spans generations,” added Lawrence Szabo, EVP of Content Sales, North America & LatAm, BBC Studios. “AMC+ has built a differentiated home for premium genre franchises and deeply engaged fandoms, making it the ideal exclusive US streaming partner for these 13 seasons of Doctor Who. We’re excited to bring these adventures back to longtime US fans and welcome new audiences into the Whoniverse. Allons-y!”

The 13 seasons acquired first aired in the UK between 2005 and 2022, and saw several acclaimed actors lead the series in the role of the Doctor including Christopher Eccleston, David Tennant, Matt Smith, Peter Capaldi and Jodie Whittaker (pictured).

The series first debuted in 1963. The latest two seasons, which feature Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor, stream exclusively on Disney+ outside the UK.

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