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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
April 1968. Racial tensions cast a shadow over Poplar, Nancy’s eyes are opened when she supports a dying woman, and Nonnatus House welcomes a new sister.
Directed by Sydney MacartneyWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Leonie Elliott, Linda Hargreaves, Archie O'Callaghan, Hiral Varsani, Phoebe Thomas, Stella Gonet, Clare Burt, Richard James-Neale
Episode 2
Sister Julienne helps care for a first-time mother who is going through a challenging diagnosis. Lucille struggles with her own health, and Poplar celebrates the Whitsun Maypole.
Directed by Sydney MacartneyWritten by Lena RaeGuest stars Leonie Elliott, Linda Hargreaves, Lydia Larson, James Alexandrou, Barry McCarthy, Richard Brimblecombe, Phoebe Horn
Episode 3
Sister Veronica is shaken when a mother reveals a terrible truth about her marriage, whilst Shelagh cares for a baby with a life-threatening condition and Nancy harbours a secret.
Directed by Sarah EsdaileWritten by Nicola WilsonGuest stars Mark Strepan, Maisie Squibb, Fred Jones, Rose Riley, Alice Sykes, Sarah Ball, Daniel Beales, Lucas Murphy
Episode 4
The maternity home is thrown into chaos by an outbreak of gastroenteritis, and Nurse Crane fights to save her career. Meanwhile, Cyril encourages Reggie to seek help.
Directed by Corin Campbell-HillWritten by Lucy CatherineGuest stars Daniel Laurie, Archie O'Callaghan, Roxanne Palmer, Annice Boparai, Abby Vicky-Russell, Wilfred Scolding, Philip Bird, Manish Gandhi
Episode 5
A pregnant mother with a chronic heart condition falls unwell, Nancy grows suspicious of a young father’s erratic behaviour, and Matthew prepares for a visit from his father.
Directed by James LarkinWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Max Macmillan, Linda Hargreaves, Daniel Laurie, Archie O'Callaghan, Timothy Harker, Angela Wynter, Justine Emma Moore, Keenan Munn-Francis
Episode 6
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.
Directed by David TuckerWritten by Sally AbbottGuest stars Daniel Laurie, Dylan Mynett, Owen Baxter, Lucy Burrows, Louise Breckon-Richards, Sean Campion, Connie Walker, Michael Lindall
Episode 7
Poplar’s housing crisis deepens, bringing a sad case to the attention of the team, whilst a worrying disease outbreak directly impacts the residents of Nonnatus House.
Directed by Ruth PlattWritten by Lisa HoldsworthGuest stars Gráinne Good, Archie O'Callaghan, Niall McNamee, Rosie Hague, Hannah Jane Fox, Steve O'Halloran, Nick Harris, Anja Cilia
Episode 8
Dr Turner experiences the biggest test of his career, while Trixie’s approaching nuptials cause stress levels to escalate. Sister Julienne hatches a plan to save Nonnatus House.
Directed by David TuckerWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Max Macmillan, Daniel Laurie, Archie O'Callaghan, Christopher Harper, Hatty Preston, Rebecca Hyde, Eric Mok, Charlotte Randle
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
