Call the Midwife
Call the Midwife is a BBC period drama set in London’s East End in the 1950s and 1960s, centred around a group of nurse midwives. Created by Hattie Thomas and based on Jennifer Worth’s memoir, the series follows the midwives and their lives in the Poplar community.
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Produced by Neal Street Productions, the series debuted in 2012 and has enthralled audiences with its blend of historical events and fictional storylines.
Starring an A-list cast including Jessica Raine, Miranda Hart and Helen George, the series explores themes such as health care, poverty, racism and love through its depiction of midwifery and social issues.
Now in its 12th season, with annual Christmas specials, Call the Midwife has won widespread acclaim for its compelling storytelling and attention to detail. Its heartfelt depiction of the human experience and exploration of the complexities of life in post-war Britain continue to resonate with audiences, and the series has also been a huge hit in the United States on PBS.
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When does Call the Midwife Season 13 air on PBS?
Call the Midwife Season 13 will premiere on PBS on March 17, 2024. Viewers can watch new episodes every Sunday following the premiere. If you’re eager to get started early, PBS Passport members have special benefits.
They can begin streaming each episode a month before the scheduled air date, with Episode 1 set to begin streaming on February 16, 2024. For those without a Passport membership, all episodes will be available to stream for free on the Call the Midwife official website and the PBS app.
This free streaming option will be available from the date of airing until May 28, 2024. Whether you prefer to watch on your TV using devices like Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, or on the go with an Android phone, iPhone, iPad, Samsung Smart TV, Chromecast, or Android TV, PBS is making it convenient for fans to enjoy the latest season of this beloved series.
So, mark these days on your calendar and prepare to embark on another heartwarming journey with the midwives at Nonnatus House.
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When does Call the Midwife Season 13 start?
Call the Midwife Season 13 premiered on Sunday, January 7 at 8pm ET. However, due to the rescheduling of the 2024 BAFTA Awards, episode 7 aired later than originally planned on Sunday, February 25 at 8pm on BBC One, with the finale set to air on March 3.
This season features the intricate storyline between Trixie and Matthew as they deal with financial pressures and marital challenges, as well as other gripping storylines involving beloved characters like Fred and May Turner.
Stars Helen George and Olly Rix delve into the complex struggles of their characters, highlighting the heartbreaking breakdown in communication as they try to save their relationship.
Although the 13th season has been extended and is drawing to a close, there is still much more to come. If you want to catch up or revisit previous seasons, all episodes are available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
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Call the Midwife plot
Call the Midwife chronicles the experiences of newly qualified midwife Jenny Lee and her colleagues at Nonnatus House, a nursing convent in the impoverished London district of Poplar, during the 1950s and 1960s.
The series delves into the challenges midwives and nuns face as they navigate the medical and social complexities of their community. With 80 to 100 babies born each month in Poplar town alone, a major focus is ensuring safe childbirth for women in the area and caring for their newborns.
Call the Midwife covers a wide range of medical issues and social themes in each season. From the “baby boom” and post-war immigration to the introduction of medical advances such as gas and air pain relief, the show sheds light on the state of healthcare at the time. It covers topics such as tuberculosis outbreaks, cystic fibrosis, polio, and the impact of thalidomide and the birth control pill.
In addition, the series not only covers medical cases, but also delves into social issues such as poverty, domestic violence, racism and LGBTQ+ rights. Special episodes, including a Christmas special, expand the story beyond Poplar to showcase overseas missionary activities and the work of the mission’s orphanage.
Weaving together moving stories of birth and life with the harsh realities of the time, Call the Midwife offers an insightful and compelling portrait of midwifery and community nursing.
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Call the Midwife Cast
actor |
Features |
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Jenny Agutter |
Sister Julian |
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Judy Parfitt |
Sister Monica Joan |
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Helen George |
Beatrix “Trixie” Franklin (later Mrs. Aylward) |
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Laura Maine |
Shelagh Turner (formerly Sister Bernadette) |
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Stephen McGann |
Dr. Patrick Turner |
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Clive Parisi |
Fred Buckle |
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Max Macmillan |
Timothy Turner |
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Linda Bassett |
Phyllis Crane |
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Annabelle Apsion |
Violet Gee (later Mayor Bucknell) |
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Daniel Lowry |
Reggie Jackson |
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George Glenn |
Millicent Higgins |
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Zephyrin Tate |
Cyril Robinson |
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Ollie Ricks |
Matthew Aylward (later Lord Aylward) |
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Megan Cusack |
Ann “Nancy” Corrigan |
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Rebecca Gethins |
Sister Veronica |
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Renee Bailey |
Joyce Heights |
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Natalie Quarry |
Rosalind Clifford |
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