Breaking News: Highly Anticipated Doctor Who Spinoff Gains Momentum on Disney+!
Will Doctor Who's cancellation pave the way for an exciting Disney+ spinoff? Speculation grows as RTD hints at a potential comeback for River Song Find out why her character must avoid repeating past mistakes in this thrilling series ending
As Doctor Who's expanded media series is canceled, speculation grows about the possibility of a popular Disney+ spinoff. Fans have eagerly awaited the announcement of spinoffs following Doctor Who's global streaming deal with the Walt Disney Corporation, envisioning a franchise comparable to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Russell T Davies has expressed his vision of Doctor Who as a significant sci-fi franchise, consisting of the main show and multiple spinoffs. Rumors persist about a UNIT spinoff led by Kate Stewart, and now another beloved character may also have their own show.
Big Finish, an audio production company, has revealed that The Diary of River Song, led by Alex Kingston, will conclude with season 10 in August 2023. Starting in 2015, the series has followed Professor River Song's time-traveling adventures, featuring her encounters with past versions of the Doctor and various adversaries. The series has received positive reception from audiences, leading to questions as to why it is coming to an end. It could be due to Alex Kingston's other commitments, or it could signify the development of a River Song spinoff for Disney+.
River Song's Series Ending Teases A Doctor Who Spinoff On Disney+
The first season of The Diary of River Song was released on Christmas Day 2015, shortly after River Song's final appearance in Doctor Who. The timing of River Song's Big Finish series ending just before Doctor Who starts streaming on Disney+ may have significance. Typically, Big Finish utilizes Doctor Who characters after their on-screen tenure has ended. For instance, they are planning spinoff series for both The Fugitive Doctor (Jo Martin) and The Master (Sacha Dhawan) in 2023. Aligning the audio adventures of characters with their on-screen counterparts is generally discouraged according to Big Finish's agreement with the BBC.
During Russell T Davies' initial Doctor Who era, there was regular communication with Big Finish to avoid overlapping story ideas and monsters. It is likely that this relationship will continue in RTD's new Doctor Who era, raising intriguing questions about the timing of the River Song series conclusion. The most compelling River Song episodes often make it seem like the Doctor is a guest star in her own show, making her own TV series long overdue. The new Disney+ era of Doctor Who could finally fulfill the long-held desire of River Song fans, and the ending of her Big Finish series feels like a fresh start.
A River Song Spinoff Must Avoid The Biggest Mistake With Her Character
Content: The reliance on River Song interacting with past Doctors in The Diary of River Song slightly diminished her character, as she was primarily defined as the Doctor's future wife instead of a time traveling archaeologist with questionable morals. However, the later entries in the series addressed this issue by allowing River to investigate archaeological mysteries and venture into the universe independently. This exemplifies the ideal tone for a River Song-led Doctor Who spinoff on Disney+.
A TV show centered around a gun-wielding, time-traveling archaeologist exploring time and space would be a captivating concept. There have been rumors that Steven Moffat, the creator of River Song, will be returning for Doctor Who season 14. It wouldn't be surprising if he and Russell T Davies have discussed the possibility of a River Song spinoff. Additionally, the unexpected conclusion of her Big Finish series suggests exciting prospects for River Song's future.
