How to watch Doctor Who in the UK and US

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There’s been a lot happening with Doctor Who recently. The show is undergoing a bidding process for its future production, the planned Christmas special has been removed from the schedule, and viewers in the US now have a new place to stream the first thirteen seasons.

But, of course, love for our favourite Time Lord and their blue box continues!

Good news for Doctor Who fans: most of the show’s older episodes are available to watch online. However, a few are missing, including the very first story and some adventures featuring the Fourth Doctor, Tom Baker.

Since we’re waiting a while for the next season of Doctor Who, now’s a great time to revisit some old episodes!

Here’s how you can stream every season of Doctor Who online in the UK and internationally.

How to watch Doctor Who online in the UK

All 13 seasons of the recent Doctor Who series have been available on BBC iPlayer for a while, and now, starting November 1st, 2023, many episodes from the original series and the 1996 TV movie have been added as well.

With over 800 episodes created throughout its history, Doctor Who offers plenty of content for fans to enjoy – perfect for celebrating the show’s 60th anniversary! While not every episode is currently accessible, you can find what is available here.

Here’s what accessibility features are available for Doctor Who episodes on BBC iPlayer:

  • Subtitles
  • Audio Description
  • Sign Language

Beyond the original and revived Doctor Who series, BBC iPlayer offers a wide range of spin-offs and extra content, all collected under the name ‘Whoniverse’.

This covers shows like Torchwood, The Sarah Jane Adventures, and Class, as well as newer series such as The War Between the Land and the Sea.

Here’s a full list of the additional Whoniverse programmes available:

  • The War Between the Land and the Sea
  • Tales of the Tardis
  • K9 & Company: A Girl’s Best Friend
  • Doctor Who: Dreamland
  • Doctor Who: The Infinite Quest
  • The Sarah Jane Adventures
  • Torchwood
  • Class
  • Delia Derbyshire: The Myths and the Legendary Tapes
  • The Science of Doctor Who
  • Doctor Who at the Proms
  • Whose Doctor Who

How to watch Doctor Who in the US

Watching shows in the US is a little trickier because each season is often split across various streaming platforms.

In the United States, you can watch classic Doctor Who for free on Tubi. If you have a BritBox subscription, it’s available there as well.

As of 11 June 2026, modern Doctor Who (seasons 1-13) are available to stream on AMC+.

Meanwhile, seasons 14-15 remain available on Disney+.

How to watch The War Between the Land and the Sea in the US

The documentary ‘The War Between the Land and the Sea’ isn’t currently available on Disney+, and we don’t have any information about when it might be.

Currently, the only way to watch “The War Between the Land and the Sea” in the United States is to purchase a physical copy, like a Blu-ray, which you can find on Amazon.

How to watch Doctor Who’s first serial, A Unearthly Child

The very first Doctor Who story, ‘An Unearthly Child,’ isn’t currently available to watch on BBC iPlayer because of a rights problem, as of October 2023.

You can find out more about how to watch An Unearthly Child right here.

As a longtime fan, I’m thrilled to say you can now stream Doctor Who on BBC iPlayer. But that’s not all – I’ve also been digging into a fantastic resource for Whovians. It’s a complete story guide, covering every episode since the very beginning in 1963! Beyond just reviews, it’s packed with details on the cast and crew, behind-the-scenes trivia, and even some exclusive material pulled from the TopMob archive. If you’re a fan, or curious about getting into the show, this guide is a must-see.

Don’t miss out on Doctor Who! Add it to your watchlist on the TopMob: What to Watch app. Download the app now for daily TV recommendations and exclusive features.

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James HibbsDrama Writer

James Hibbs writes about TV dramas for TopMob, covering shows on streaming services and traditional channels. Before becoming a writer, he worked in public relations, first at a business-to-business agency and then at Fremantle, an international TV production company. He has a bachelor’s degree in English and Theatre Studies, and a Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.

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2026-06-12 14:09