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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 Sep 1, 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
The Nonnatus team grow increasingly concerned for the welfare of four young children. Sister Catherine faces her first solo delivery, and the midwives attend a women’s lib meeting.
Directed by Lisa ClarkeWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Annabelle Apsion, Alice Brown, Edward Shaw, Daniel Laurie, Christopher Harper, April Rae Hoang, Helen George, Max Ho
Episode 2
A new medical technique threatens to change the face of obstetrics forever, whilst a potential rabies outbreak has Poplar in a state of fear. Cyril meets Rosalind’s parents.
Directed by David TuckerWritten by Heidi Thomas, Annalisa D'InnellaGuest stars Annabelle Apsion, Alice Brown, Edward Shaw, Daniel Laurie, Christopher Harper, April Rae Hoang, Linda Hargreaves, Eisa Latif
Episode 3
Rosalind’s skills are tested when she is drawn into an unusual domestic case. Joyce is seconded to the hospital and befriends a single mother with a rare blood group.
Directed by Delyth ThomasWritten by Katerina WatsonGuest stars Annabelle Apsion, Alice Brown, Edward Shaw, Daniel Laurie, April Rae Hoang, Paul Bigley, Helen George, Max Ho
Episode 4
Sister Catherine is distraught when a newborn baby is snatched from the maternity home, and the Turners grow increasingly concerned for Christopher's well-being.
Directed by David O'NeillWritten by Carolyn BonnymanGuest stars Alice Brown, Edward Shaw, April Rae Hoang, Paul Bigley, Max Ho, Florence Buck, Kate Rutter, Sophie Ford
Episode 5
Tragedy strikes a local family, and Dr Turner’s actions come under scrutiny. Sister Julienne must make a decision.
Directed by Sarah EsdaileWritten by Heidi Thomas, Sasha HailsGuest stars Annabelle Apsion, Alice Brown, Max Macmillan, Edward Shaw, Daniel Laurie, April Rae Hoang, Linda Hargreaves, Helen George
Episode 6
The Nonnatus team help a young father come to terms with a life-threatening diagnosis, and Trixie uncovers a mystery illness in a female wrestler.
Directed by David TuckerWritten by Heidi Thomas, Abigail WilsonGuest stars Annabelle Apsion, Christopher Harper, Helen George, Timothy Harker, Steffan Rizzi, Charlotte Beaumont, Albey Brookes, Sergio Giacomelli
Episode 7
A cohort of junior doctors join the midwives on their district rounds, including Timothy Turner, while Violet turns her hand to midwifery.
Directed by Lisa ClarkeWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Annabelle Apsion, Alice Brown, Edward Shaw, Emily Webb, Liz White, Rachel Andrews, Chris Reilly, Sam Dowdy
Episode 8
Sister Veronica must decide her future as the maternity home prepares to close its doors. The Mullucks fight for the rights of all thalidomide victims.
Directed by Ann TricklebankWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Annabelle Apsion, Pam Ferris, Alice Brown, Edward Shaw, Daniel Laurie, Emily Webb, Liz White, Rachel Andrews
Episode information updated Sep 18, 2026
Vanessa RedgraveJennifer Worth (voice)
Jenny AgutterSister Julienne
Judy ParfittSister Monica Joan
Rebecca GethingsSister Veronica
Jennifer KirbyNurse Valerie Dyer
Linda BassettPhyllis Crane
Stephen McGannDr Patrick Turner
Leonie ElliottNurse Lucille Anderson
BBC OneUnited Kingdom
BBCUnited Kingdom
Neal Street ProductionsUnited Kingdom
