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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
Jenny celebrates her birthday with Chummy and the girls, but soon after finds herself taking care of a patient in an abusive marriage.
Directed by Philippa LowthorpeGuest stars Ben Caplan, Michael Vardian, Peter Svatik, JJ Rousku, Claire-Louise Cordwell, Scarlett Archer, Alexander Cobb, Thomas Aldridge
Episode 2
Chummy makes an important decision, Jenny reconnects with Jimmy, and Cynthia's conduct is called into question after the death of a baby she delivered.
Directed by Roger GoldbyGuest stars Ben Caplan, Max Macmillan, George Rainsford, Jake Bailey, Jenny Bolt, Kirsty J. Curtis, Eoin Geoghegan, Carolyn Tomkinson
Episode 3
Jenny is seconded to a short-staffed hospital in London, but grows increasingly reluctant to carry out her duties when she finds out she is working under intimidating surgeon Mr Tracey. Back in Poplar, the midwives are introduced to newcomer Jane and outspoken twins Meg and Mave Carter. The sisters are identical in every way, except one of them is now pregnant - forcing them to come to terms with the impact a baby will have on them.
Directed by Roger GoldbyGuest stars George Rainsford, Cassandra Compton, Dorothy Atkinson, Lucy Robinson, Emerald Fennell, Robert Putt, Anthony Calf
Episode 4
A friend of Chummy's, Reverend Applebee-Thornton, comes to stay at Nonnatus House and soon gets on everyone's nerves. Meanwhile, Jenny and Sister Evangelina deliver a baby with spina bifida, and Sister Bernadette plays matchmaker.
Directed by Roger GoldbyGuest stars Max Macmillan, Dorothy Atkinson, Jamie Thomas King, Leanne Rowe, Jason Watkins, Trevor Martin, Margaret Stallard, Kelley Gallagher
Episode 5
Nonnatus House prepares for the annual summer fête, but when a baby show is announced, the girls must find a host for the proceedings. Meanwhile, a patient of Jenny's puts her life at risk, and Sister Bernadette remains troubled.
Directed by China Moo-YoungGuest stars Max Macmillan, Jake Bailey, Dorothy Atkinson, Sharon Small, Mark Flitton, Lucy Russell, Alison Newman, Tristan Gemmill
Episode 6
Doctor Turner is concerned by the spread of tuberculosis in the community, Jenny tries to repair a father and daughter's fractured relationship, and Sister Bernadette receives devastating news.
Directed by China Moo-YoungGuest stars Craige Els, Dorothy Atkinson, Lisa Diveney, Raewyn Lippert, Tristram Wymark, Julie Riley, Laura Dalgleish, Robin Cameron
Episode 7
Cynthia has to administer daily insulin injections to diabetic John Lacey, a bully who consistently belittles his wife Annie. When Annie’s beloved son Bob pays a visit, Annie gains the confidence to start to turn her life around. Jenny looks after a black mother to be, Monique, who is subjected to racial prejudice from her neighbours.
Directed by Minkie SpiroGuest stars Ben Caplan, Max Macmillan, Dorothy Atkinson, Nicola Sloane, Velile Tshabalala, Kaye Wragg, Kitty Stafford, Lizzie Roper
Episode 8
The convent comes under threat of demolition. Fred's pregnant daughter and her young son come and stay with him. Jenny is wooed by a new love interest. Chummy and PC Noakes prepare for the arrival of their baby.
Directed by Minkie SpiroGuest stars Ben Caplan, Max Macmillan, George Rainsford, Amanda Daniels, Jake Bailey, Dorothy Atkinson, Ella Smith, Leo Staar
Episode information updated Sep 3, 2026
Vanessa RedgraveJennifer Worth (voice)
Jenny AgutterSister Julienne
Judy ParfittSister Monica Joan
Rebecca GethingsSister Veronica
Jennifer KirbyNurse Valerie Dyer
Linda BassettNurse Phyllis Crane
Stephen McGannDr Patrick Turner
Leonie ElliottNurse Lucille Robinson
BBC OneUnited Kingdom
BBCUnited Kingdom
Neal Street ProductionsUnited Kingdom
