Every November 23, fans around the world celebrate the anniversary of Doctor Who, the longest-running science fiction series in history. Doctor Who premiered on November 23, 1963, making the timeless show 62 this year! (If you’re a Whovian, you could go down a rabbit hole about our use of the word “timeless.” You’re welcome.)
What Is Doctor Who About? Or, Who Is Doctor Who?
Doctor Who follows the enigmatic Time Lord known as the Doctor (never Dr.), who travels through time and space in the TARDIS—a blue police box that’s much, much bigger on the inside. Able to regenerate into new forms, the Doctor has lived many lives, faced cosmic dangers, met numerous companions, and helped those in need across the universe. (A sad note—Pauline Collins, who appeared in Doctor Who as Samantha Briggs, the original companion, and later as Queen Victoria, passed away on November 5 at age 85.) In adventure after adventure, the Doctor offers humor, chilling moments (we still see Weeping Angels in our nightmares), and intriguing plots that make us reevaluate our place in the universe.
New Doctor Who Comics
Even if you’re not a Whovian (yet), you’ll find a lot to love when you join us at Hoopla to celebrate Doctor Who Day or any other day. Start by getting in on the ground floor of the newest Doctor Who comic series, available free and instantly on Hoopla.
Doctor Who: The Fifteenth Doctor: The Prison Paradox #1:
Traveling with Belinda Chandra, a nurse eager to return home, the Doctor is stunned to discover that Earth has vanished—apparently destroyed on May 24, 2025. Using a device called the Vindicator to gather readings across time and space, they embark on a cosmic quest to uncover the planet’s fate and restore what was lost.
How to Watch Doctor Who on Hoopla
You read that right! Starting on Doctor Who Day, you can watch Doctor Who on Hoopla! In honor of Doctor Who Day, the BBC is releasing the adventures of two key Doctors: the Christopher Eccleston series (Ninth Doctor) and David Tennant (Tenth Doctor). And Hoopla has them both. Stay tuned to track the release of additional seasons. Hoopla is where to watch Doctor Who!
How to Read Doctor Who on Hoopla
Hoopla has Doctor Who comics! In addition to Doctor Who: The Fifteenth Doctor: The Prison Paradox #1, Hoopla has hundreds of official Doctor Who comics. It’s a whole different way to experience the sci-fi show. There are also dozens of Doctor Who eBooks to read on your device (there’s even a Doctor Who cookbook!)
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How to Listen to Doctor Who on Hoopla
Yep, Hoopla has Doctor Who audiobooks. Close your eyes and imagine the adventures while listening to expert narrations. Or listen on the run or even with pals around a fire (or a living room!) for a communal Doctor Who storytelling experience.
Doctor Who Activity Sheets
We’re so excited to celebrate Doctor Who day that we wanted to share a pair of activity sheets for you to complete, courtesy of Titan Comics. Check ’em out!
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Why Celebrate Doctor Who Day?
Doctor Who Day honors a show that has inspired generations—for more than half a century—to imagine, explore, and be kind. In the immortal words of the (also immortal) Doctor, “We’re all stories in the end.” Celebrate your story by discovering new worlds with Hoopla, and happy Doctor Who Day!
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