Doctor Who: What Jodi Whittaker's Departure Will Mean For The Series

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Chris Chibnall's Doctor Who era is arguably the most controversial in the show's modern history, with fans divided about his changes to the official canon, selection of topics, and even the choice for the lead character. Jodie Whittaker became the first female Doctor, and with her run coming to an end, many Whovians are wondering what it would mean for the series as a whole.

Whittaker took on the mantle of the famous Time Lord back in 2018 and initially dazzled fans with her explosive energy, quirky look, and somewhat erratic behavior. As the seasons progressed, her run became controversial, with some criticizing her Doctor's lack of depth and casual attitude towards violence, while others believed she was an unfortunate victim of subpar writing but still had potential. One way or another, Whittaker's time as the Doctor has had a significant impact on the series not only due to her setting precedent for a non-male lead character, but also substantial alterations to their background. So, what will Doctor Who look like after her departure?

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Doctor Who is the world's longest-running sci-fi show. It originally aired on BBC from 1963-1989, and was successfully rebooted by Russel T. Davies in 2005. It follows the adventures of an alien Time Lord, the Doctor, who travels across time and space in their signature blue police box, the TARDIS. Occasionally, the Doctor «sheds» their form and regenerates into a new version of themselves, to avoid certain death. This inherent ability allows for seamless continuity of the series, with the lead actor's change cleverly written into the character. The show's modern era has seen Christopher Eccleston, David Tennant, Matt