Call the Midwife Returns for Emotional Series 13!
Fans of the hit BBC show Call the Midwife are buzzing as the beloved series is set to make its grand comeback on Sunday, January 7 — right after the Christmas Special.
From East End Midwives to Your Screens Since 2012
Based on Jennifer Worth’s bestselling memoirs, Call the Midwife has captured hearts worldwide since 2012. The drama dives deep into life in London’s East End during the 1950s. With plans to continue until at least 2026, the show remains a staple for fans craving gripping, emotional storytelling.
New Faces Join the Team – But Some Say Goodbye
Series 13 will bring fresh faces to Nonnatus House, including new pupil midwives Joyce Highland and Rosalind Clifford. However, long-time fan favourite Nurse Lucille, played by Leonie Elliott, will be waving goodbye after announcing her exit in 2023.
The drama is heating up with tough storylines. One rookie midwife will confront a risky home birth with life-threatening complications. Sister Julienne will care for a mother living with cerebral palsy, while Reggie gears up with a new community plan.
Step Back into 1969 – A Time of Change
This series is set in 1969, a year of big medical breakthroughs and shifting social attitudes. Expect plenty of heartwarming and poignant moments as Nonnatus House continues its vital work.
When and Where to Watch
Call the Midwife series 13 airs on BBC One and BBC iPlayer every Sunday at 8pm. With eight fresh episodes lined up, don’t miss the drama, laughter, and tears from London’s favourite midwives.
