{
  "id": 19480412,
  "title": "One of Doctor Who's Best Episodes Just Got Removed, and Fans Aren't Happy",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/one-of-doctor-whos-best-episodes-just-got-removed-and-fans-arent-happy",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-11T09:49:56.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Polygon",
    "slug": "polygon",
    "url": "https://www.polygon.com/david-walliams-doctor-who-god-complex/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In light of allegations against British actor David Walliams, the BBC has decided to remove episodes, sketches, and films featuring the comedian, including his role as Gibbis in Doctor Who's \"The God Complex.\" Fans have taken to social media with outrage, questioning the BBC's decision to remove content solely based on the presence of individuals with past allegations. The BBC has not removed content involving other Doctor Who episodes featuring individuals like Noel Clarke and John Barrowman, who faced similar allegations. This is not the first time the BBC has removed content due to serious allegations; they previously removed an episode featuring David Tennant in 2024 after a BBC news anchor was convicted of possessing indecent images of children. The BBC's spokesperson stated that they are reviewing all material featuring and written by Walliams. For now, one of Doctor Who's most beloved episodes is being held back, leaving fans to wonder if they will ever see it again.",
  "summary": "The BBC has pulled 'The God Complex' starring actor and author David Walliams amid misconduct allegations, sparking fan outrage.",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}