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Fans and critics alike consider the current state of Doctor Who a chaos-filled nightmare. Many express sympathy for longtime enthusiasts who see their favorite franchise being "pillaged" by what they perceive as misguided priorities—namely, an obsession with virtue signaling and identity politics over storytelling integrity.
The franchise’s latest episodes, especially those emphasizing social allegories—such as a recent episode loaded with trans symbolism—have been accused of prioritizing message over quality. The episode about a gay, Black Doctor and the subsequent cast upheavals continue to fuel controversy, with many arguing that these moves threaten the show's core appeal.