So, you've heard whispers, seen the scarves, maybe even encountered a rogue TARDIS in your local supermarket (hey, it happens!). You're curious about Dr. Who, the longest-running sci-fi show in the universe… or at least on this planet. Welcome aboard, future Whovian! This is how you jump into the glorious, wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey world of the Doctor in the good ol' US of A.
Streaming is Your Sonic Screwdriver
Forget dusty VHS tapes and questionable downloads from dial-up internet days! The easiest way to get your fix of the Doctor these days is through streaming. Think of it as your personal sonic screwdriver, unlocking all the episodes at the click of a button.
Max: Your TARDIS to Classic and New Who
The undisputed champion for Dr. Who streaming in the US is Max. This magical service is your one-stop shop for nearly all of New Who – that’s from the 2005 reboot onwards with Christopher Eccleston, all the way through to the current adventures. You can binge-watch to your heart’s content!
Not only that, but Max also carries the entire Classic Who collection! We’re talking all the Doctors from William Hartnell (the very first!) right up to Paul McGann. Prepare for some truly retro special effects and some seriously amazing stories.
Other Streaming Options: Scattered Through Time and Space
While Max holds the lion's share, some seasons of Dr. Who have popped up on other streaming services like Amazon Prime Video or BritBox. Think of it as the TARDIS malfunctioning and scattering episodes across the timeline. It’s always worth a quick search!
It's also worth checking your local library! Sometimes they have DVDs of the older seasons, perfect for a cozy night in battling Daleks on a tiny screen. Just be sure to rewind!
Catching New Episodes: Live and Ready!
So you're all caught up and ready for the latest adventures? Awesome! New episodes of Dr. Who are currently broadcast on Disney+ in the US. No more waiting for weeks or months after the UK release!
Make sure you subscribe! Prepare the snacks, invite your friends and settle in. New Who is going to blow your mind.
Don't Forget the Specials!
Dr. Who loves a good special episode! Keep an eye out for holiday specials, anniversary specials, and other one-off adventures that don't necessarily fit into the regular season format. These often contain HUGE plot points and amazing cameos, so you don't want to miss them.
These specials will usually pop up on the same streaming services as the main series, so keep checking Max and Disney+!
Welcome to the Whoniverse!
Congratulations, you are now fully equipped to dive headfirst into the amazing world of Dr. Who! Remember, don't panic if things get a little confusing at first. Time travel is messy, even for the Doctor.
Just grab a jelly baby, settle in, and enjoy the ride! Allons-y!
"I'm the Doctor. I'm a Time Lord. I'm from Gallifrey. I'm the Oncoming Storm, the bringer of darkness, the destroyer of worlds... I'm also just a bloke who wants to watch a good movie!" - A very relatable sentiment from the Eleventh Doctor.
