Doctor Who’s 60th-anniversary specials are around the corner, and it’s going to be a thrilling adventure! David Tennant and Catherine Tate are returning for three specials – The Star Beast, Wild Blue Yonder, and The Giggle. There’s a big mystery to solve: why does the Fourteenth Doctor look so much like the Tenth?
Joining David Tennant and Catherine Tate are a mix of familiar and new faces, such as Jacqueline King returning as Sylvia Noble, newcomer Yasmin Finney as Rose Noble, and Neil Patrick Harris in the enigmatic role of the Toymaker.
While we have some hints about the plot, many details are still secret to preserve the magic for Saturday night. Here’s the lowdown on when the three-anniversary specials will be released.
Doctor Who’s 60th-anniversary specials release schedule
BBC One will release the Doctor Who 60th-anniversary specials on the following dates:
- The Star Beast – 25th November
- Wild Blue Yonder – 2nd December
- The Giggle – 9th December
What time are the Doctor Who 60th-anniversary specials released?
The three Doctor Who specials will be broadcast on BBC One at 6:30 pm GMT and will be accessible on BBC iPlayer shortly after airing. Additionally, viewers around the world can catch the episodes on Disney Plus, with expected release times as follows:
- 11:30 am PT on Saturday (Pacific Time)
- 12:30 pm CT on Saturday (Central Time)
- 1.30 pm ET on Saturday (Eastern Time)
- 4:00 am ACST on Sunday (Australian Central Standard Time)
- 4:30 am AEST on Sunday (Australian Eastern Standard Time)
Doctor Who Christmas Special 2023 release date
The Doctor Who Christmas special for 2023 is returning to its traditional Christmas Day slot and will be broadcast on the 25th of December.
While the release time is not available yet, we will update this page once the schedule is confirmed.
Source: The Radio Times
