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In 1950's London, they delivered hope for all.
Drama following the lives of a group of midwives working in the poverty-stricken East End of London during the 1950s, based on the best-selling memoirs of Jennifer Worth.
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Checked Jul 24, 2026
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Drama following the lives of a group of midwives working in the poverty-stricken East End of London during the 1950s, based on the best-selling memoirs of Jennifer Worth.
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Episode 1
Demolition work in Poplar uncovers a long-buried secret that leads to a testing and emotional case for the team. Sister Julienne takes on a sensitive delivery.
Directed by Anne TricklebankWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Edward Shaw, Francesca Fullilove, Kathryn Wilder, Jack Colgrave Hirst, Daniel Laurie, Emilia Williams, Rebecca Johnson, Mark Rawlings
Episode 2
At the monthly cytology clinic, Sister Frances comforts a young woman who is struggling with a life-changing diagnosis. Lucille supports a difficult mother.
Directed by Noreen KershawWritten by Nicola WilsonGuest stars Ania Sowinski, Shazia Nicholls, Badger Skelton, Theron Mahoney-Bostridge, Mary Doherty, Maggie Daniels, James Backway
Episode 3
Shelagh organises a special celebration to mark 100 years since the Order first arrived in Poplar - although Sister Hilda feels that she should have been in charge of the festivities. Nancy tackles the plight of meths drinkers living rough in Poplar, and Nurse Crane treats a young singer who is torn between two very different futures.
Directed by Thomas HescottWritten by Heidi Thomas, Jonathan HarveyGuest stars Edward Shaw, Francesca Fullilove, Nicola Stephenson, Daniel Ben Zenou, Chicago Johnson, Phil Cornwell, Philip Harvey, Jane Booker
Episode 4
Sister Hilda and Dr Turner support a young father with a lung condition whose wife is planning a home birth, and discover he is also coping with the repercussions of a past trauma. Cyril looks for a job that will put his qualifications to good use, a first-time mother struggles to bond with her daughter, and Fred comes up with a way to keep the wards cool during a summer heatwave.
Directed by David O'NeillWritten by Lena RaeGuest stars Linda Hargreaves, Francesca Fullilove, Daniel Laurie, Katherine Moran, Lily Knight, Alex Waldmann, Alexis Peterman, Jon Rumney
Episode 5
Trixie has been assigned to a complicated case involving a crane driver who was injured in a workplace accident and is now paraplegic. Meanwhile, Nancy and Sister Frances give a talk on the facts of life at a primary school, and Lucille's attendance at a straightforward delivery takes a distressing turn. Shelagh decides to organise a jumble sale to raise money to fix some broken playground equipment in the park. When Sister Julienne finds a suspicious item, chaos ensue
Directed by Sarah EsdaileWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Max Macmillan, Edward Shaw, Natalie Klamar, Doc Butler, Amelie Bea Smith, Eric Madgwick, Barney Fishwick, Amy Morgan
Episode 6
Sister Monica Joan seeks advice from a clairvoyant. Matthew is shocked to discover squatters in one of his warehouses, and Shelagh faces the most challenging delivery of her career.
Directed by James LarkinWritten by Lucy CatherineGuest stars Max Macmillan, Edward Shaw, Mark Tandy, Ninette Finch, Rory Alexander, Boadicea Ricketts, Nikki Patel, Elizabeth Roberts
Episode 7
Nonnatus House suffers its biggest threat yet. But this time it’s not the bricks and mortar that are in danger, it’s the people.
Directed by Sydney MacartneyWritten by Lisa HoldsworthGuest stars Max Macmillan, Edward Shaw, Linda Hargreaves, Daniel Laurie, Emily Joyce, Ellie-May Sheridan, Gia Rose Patel, Maya Saroya
Episode 8
Nonnatus House faces its darkest day after a tragic incident in the heart of Poplar. As the community rallies together, the team must overcome personal anguish to help the injured.
Directed by David TuckerWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Max Macmillan, Edward Shaw, Linda Hargreaves, Daniel Laurie, Ellie-May Sheridan, Gia Rose Patel, Maya Saroya, Nicholas Pritchard
Episode information updated Jul 25, 2026
Vanessa RedgraveJennifer Worth (voice)
Helen GeorgeTrixie Franklin
Jessica RaineJenny Lee
Jenny AgutterSister Julienne
Judy ParfittSister Monica Joan
Jennifer KirbyNurse Valerie Dyer
Linda BassettPhyllis Crane
Leonie ElliottNurse Lucille Anderson
BBC OneUnited Kingdom
BBCUnited Kingdom
Neal Street ProductionsUnited Kingdom
