It’s even rarer for a show to be entering a new era on its 60th anniversary.
But “Doctor Who,” the British sci-fi show that began airing on the BBC in 1963, is in a period of expansion.
Three upcoming specials, celebrating the show’s latest milestone, will arrive weekly on Disney+ in the United States from Saturday, as part of a deal between the streamer and the BBC.
“Doctor Who” has decades of adventures, villains and complex story lines for dedicated fans to immerse themselves in.
But if you’re new to the show, here’s what you need to know before tuning into the upcoming specials.
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BBC, Disney
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United States, Britain