Outgoing Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies criticises BBC director general Matt Brittin’s comments about an AI-generated episode of the long-running sci-fi series. Brittin, speaking at the Royal Television Society conference, said he had been sent a fully AI-generated 50-minute “Doctor Who” episode and described it as “pretty good.” Davies calls the framing “clumsy,” arguing it is insensitive in an industry built on writers and creative professionals.
Davies’ reaction comes amid broader debate over the use of AI in entertainment. He tells BBC Radio 4’s The Media Show that AI will not replace humans, and that people remain the primary creators. He says the impact of such remarks falls on writers and artists. Brittin later acknowledges he “landed himself in trouble,” saying his intent was to highlight the pace of technological change. Some outlets also note Davies teases what may come next for the show, with production expected to begin in the “summer next year,” while his departure from the series earlier this year continues to shape discussion.
