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Zip through time with the new season of ‘Doctor Who’!

Zip through time with the new season of ‘Doctor Who’!

Ncuti Gatwa returns as The Doctor for a new batch of adventures across time and space.

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David Satin has been a dedicated News Writer at The Streamable since 2022, covering a wide range of stories in the entertainment and streaming industries. With years of experience writing online, David previously worked as a list writer for Screen Rant, where he gained recognition for his extensive coverage of sci-fi and fantasy genres. His ability to break and analyze major stories has made him a trusted voice in the streaming world. Over the course of his career, Satin has become an integral part of The Streamable team, contributing to some of the most impactful stories in the industry.
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Doctor Who Season 2 premieres on Disney+ on Saturday, April 12.

It’s that time again — pun very much intended. “Doctor Who” is returning to Disney+ with a new season of episodes starting Saturday, April 12. Ncuti Gatwa returns to the role of The Doctor, a centuries-old Time Lord who travels the galaxy in search of adventure and excitement, usually with a bewildered companion in tow! You can watch the second season of “Doctor Who” exclusively with a subscription to Disney+.

How to watch ‘Doctor Who’ Season 2

Everything you need to know about ‘Doctor Who’ Season 2

What time do new episodes of ‘Doctor Who’ Season 2 come out?

The first episode will debut at 3:01 a.m. ET on Saturday, April 12. Subsequent episodes will be released at the same time on following Saturdays; Season 2 will feature eight total episodes.

Why do we recommend watching ‘Doctor Who’ Season 2 on Disney+?

This one is easy to answer: there’s no other way to watch “Doctor Who” Season 2 than with a subscription to Disney+! This streamer offers the first season of “Doctor Who” as well as several specials from the franchise in addition to the new episodes. A subscription starts at $10 per month, but for just $1 more, you can throw ad-supported Hulu in the mix as well via one of the Disney Bundle options

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Disney+ is a video streaming service with over 13,000 series and films from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, The Muppets, and more. It is available in 61 countries and 21 languages. It is notable for its popular original series like “The Mandalorian,” “Ms. Marvel,” “Loki,” “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” and “Andor.”

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Can you stream ‘Doctor Who’ Season 2 for free?

No, unfortunately not. “Doctor Who” Season 2 will be exclusive to Disney+, which does not come with a free trial of any kind for new or returning customers.

Watch the trailer for ‘Doctor Who’ Season 2

About ‘Doctor Who’ Season 2

Season 2 will see The Doctor set out across time and space on yet another set of strange, wonderful, wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey adventures. This time, he’ll have a companion named Belinda Chandra along for the ride, whether her enthusiasm matches the level of the adventure or not.

The two will embark on an epic quest to get Belinda back to Earth. A mysterious force stands in her way, however, and they’ll face epic dangers, terrifying enemies, and the most graphic horrors they’ve ever seen — not to mention an interstellar song contest!

What titles similar to ‘Doctor Who’ Season 2 are available on Disney+?

You can watch the first season of “Doctor Who” on Disney+, as well as specials like “Doctor Who: Wild Blue Yonder,” “Doctor Who: The Giggle,” and ‘Doctor Who: Joy to the World.” Once you’re done with those, the entire Star Wars franchise is also available to stream on Disney+ as well!

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David Satin
David Satin has been a dedicated News Writer at The Streamable since 2022, covering a wide range of stories in the entertainment and streaming industries. With years of experience writing online, David previously worked as a list writer for Screen Rant, where he gained recognition for his extensive coverage of sci-fi and fantasy genres. His ability to break and analyze major stories has made him a trusted voice in the streaming world. Over the course of his career, Satin has become an integral part of The Streamable team, contributing to some of the most impactful stories in the industry.
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