The double actionability rule, which was first laid down in the 19th century, has been the subject of considerable academic and judicial criticism. Over the years, several jurisdictions around the world have abandoned the double actionability rule in favour of alternative choice of law rules for torts. Canada, in two landmark decisions, reconsidered its earlier jurisprudence on the applicable choice of law rules for torts, as well as multijurisdictional defamation cases in particular. However, the apex court in Singapore has unquestioningly adopted the double actionability rule as part of Singapore law in a series of cases starting in the 1990s. Unfortunately, the seeds of reform that were sown by the lower courts at various points in time have been largely ignored. This article argues that in the light of recent developments and changing circumstances, the time is now ripe for Singapore to follow the lead of Canada and many other jurisdictions in departing from the double actionability rule.