Call the Midwife

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  • TV-PG
  • 2012
  • 12 Seasons
  • 8.6  (30,692)

Call the Midwife is a critically-acclaimed period drama set in the late 1950s and early 1960s in East London. It follows the lives of a group of midwives and nuns who work together in the impoverished Poplar district, providing care for the women and families living there. The show was first aired on PBS in 2012 and has since become a favorite among audiences worldwide.

At the center of the show is Jenny Lee (Jessica Raine), a young midwife who has just arrived in Poplar to begin her work. Jenny is initially overwhelmed with the harsh living conditions of the area, but she quickly adapts to the demands of her new role. Jenny is compassionate, determined, and dedicated to the women she serves, and she soon becomes a beloved figure among her colleagues and patients alike.

Other notable characters include Trixie Franklin (Helen George), a glamorous and outgoing midwife with a love for fashion and a sharp wit; Sister Julienne (Jenny Agutter), the stalwart leader of the midwife team who provides guidance and support to her colleagues no matter what; and Chummy Browne (Miranda Hart), a clumsy but lovable midwife who brings humor and heart to the show.

Call the Midwife is not just a show about childbirth and midwifery, but it also addresses the wider social issues of the time, including poverty, women's rights, and changes in the medical profession. The midwives often encounter difficult cases, ranging from malnourished babies to abused and neglected women. Through their work, they strive to make a difference in the lives of those they serve.

The show is also notable for its attention to historical detail. The sets and costumes are meticulously recreated to reflect the time period, and the show's creators work closely with midwives and medical historians to ensure accuracy in the portrayal of medical procedures and childbirth.

Overall, Call the Midwife is a heartwarming and powerful drama that showcases the incredible work of midwives and healthcare professionals in a bygone era. From the complex cases they handle to the relationships they form, the show offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal time in history. With its strong female leads, diverse cast, and thoughtful social commentary, it's no wonder that Call the Midwife has become such a beloved and enduring show.

If you're looking to catch up on past seasons, you can easily watch Call the Midwife online through PBS streaming services.

Call the Midwife is a series that is currently running and has 12 seasons (112 episodes). The series first aired on September 30, 2012.

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Episode 8
10. Episode 8
May 7, 2023
Dr Turner experiences the biggest test of his career, while Trixie
Episode 7
9. Episode 7
April 30, 2023
It's October 1968, and preparations for Trixie and Matthew's wedding are underway. Nancy makes a home visit to Imelda O'Connor, who is pregnant with her second child, and is surprised that Imelda, her husband Maurice and young son Paul are living in a cramped caravan on a building site.
Episode 6
8. Episode 6
April 23, 2023
Trixie supports an underage mother through a difficult time, Monica Joan welcomes an unusual guest to Nonnatus House, and Sister Veronica spearheads a new council initiative.
Episode 5
7. Episode 5
April 16, 2023
Nancy oversees the care of Jill Mellor and her new-born baby, Mylene, a child she has had out of wedlock with Spencer Wray, a young man from the West Indies. Jill and Spencer live with his kind-hearted mother, Florence. Not long after the birth, Spencer
Episode 4
6. Episode 4
April 9, 2023
When Nurse Crane attends a ventouse training course at St Cuthbert
Episode 3
5. Episode 3
April 2, 2023
It's June 1968, and a carefree Nancy continues to spoil Colette with new gifts. To afford such luxuries Nancy asks Nurse Crane for additional duties, but things come to a head when Nancy is forced to acknowledge her spending is getting out of control. As health visitor, Sister Veronica visits the Talbot family and is delighted to see them celebrating a joyous occasion.
Episode 2
4. Episode 2
March 26, 2023
It is May 1968, and the Nonnatus team are faced with challenging cases, one of which is much closer to home as Lucille struggles with her own health. At a coffee morning for expectant mothers, Sister Julienne meets heavily pregnant Lilian Reynolds, who is expecting her first child. However, after Lilian experiences some breast discomfort, she receives a devastating diagnosis. Meanwhile, Shelagh is organising the Whitsun Maypole celebrations at the eleventh hour. She enlists Cyril, Fred, Dr Turner, Sister Monica Joan, Sister Veronica, Nancy, Violet and Miss Higgins to help, but the preparations for a Maypole dance routine are far from smooth.
Episode 1
3. Episode 1
March 19, 2023
It is April 1968 and change is coming to Nonnatus House. The sisters intend to make a good impression on new recruit Sister Veronica. It's clear she is no shrinking violet and will ruffle a few feathers. Racial tensions cast a shadow over Poplar following Enoch Powell
2022 Christmas Special, Pt. 2
2. 2022 Christmas Special, Pt. 2
December 25, 2022
Nurse Crane cares for a pregnant single mother, recently released from prison, while Sister Frances attends a delivery in a garment factory. Elsewhere, Fred decides to raise money for the families affected by the train crash and suggests a festive talent show - Poplartunity Knocks!
2022 Christmas Special, Pt. 1
1. 2022 Christmas Special, Pt. 1
December 25, 2022
December 1967. Life in Poplar is returning to normal after the terrible train crash. The midwives move the maternity clinic into new premises and one of their first patients is Rhoda Mullocks, who the team know well after her last baby was affected by Thalidomide.
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Call the Midwife is available for streaming on the PBS website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Call the Midwife on demand at Netflix, Amazon, Vudu, Microsoft Movies & TV, Google Play and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    September 30, 2012
  • IMDB Rating
    8.6  (30,692)