Doctor Who: “The Robot Revolution” Opens Season 15 with 2 Million Viewers, Lowest Ncuti Gatwa Ratings Yet
The first episode of Doctor Who’s Season 15, titled “The Robot Revolution,” premiered on BBC One on Saturday, April 12, 2025.
The episode attracted an overnight audience of 2 million viewers, making it the fourth most-watched program of the day and the second most-watched on BBC One, just behind Gladiators, which garnered 2.9 million viewers.
This marks a decline compared to Ncuti Gatwa’s debut season as the Doctor in 2024. For instance, the episode “Space Babies” had 2.6 million overnight viewers, and “The Devil’s Chord” attracted 2.4 million.
The latest episode’s 2 million viewers represent one of the lowest overnight ratings in the show’s recent history.
Despite the lower overnight figures, it’s important to note that these numbers don’t capture the full picture. With the show’s availability on BBC iPlayer and international streaming platforms like Disney+, many viewers watch episodes after their initial broadcast.
Consolidated ratings, which include these additional views, will provide a more comprehensive understanding of the episode’s reach once released.
In “The Robot Revolution,” viewers were introduced to a new companion, Belinda Chandra, played by Varada Sethu. The episode also featured the mysterious character Mrs. Flood, portrayed by Anita Dobson, who broke the fourth wall, adding intrigue to the storyline.
As the season progresses, fans and critics alike will be watching to see how viewership trends develop and how the show’s narrative unfolds.
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