This Christmas, the beloved nuns and midwives of Nonnatus House are back—but with a twist. Set across the late 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, the new two-part festive special from Heidi Thomas takes viewers from snowy East End Poplar to the sun-drenched streets of Hong Kong.
Inspired by Jennifer Worth’s famous Call The Midwife trilogy, the special explores the challenges when senior staff travel to Hong Kong on a mercy mission, leaving the younger midwives to hold down the fort alone. Expect drama, heart, and a classic Christmas spirit as the story leaps between two very different worlds.
New Christmas Special Sets Scene for 2026 Series 15
The Christmas double-bill will air this festive season on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, leading into the eagerly awaited 15th series with eight all-new hour-long episodes coming in January 2026.
Don’t miss the two-part Call The Midwife Christmas special on BBC One and BBC iPlayer this festive season.
