Call the Midwife Fans Face Frustrating Two-Week Wait
Fans of the hit BBC drama Call the Midwife are in for a longer wait than expected. The final two episodes of Series 13 have been delayed by two weeks. The reason? The live BAFTA Film Awards are taking over BBC One’s schedule next Sunday.
Official Delay Confirmed on Instagram
The show’s official Instagram page broke the news: “Due to the live BAFTA Film Awards next Sunday, Call the Midwife Series 13 will continue in TWO WEEKS TIME – February 25 at 8pm on @bbcone.”
The announcement hasn’t gone down well. Fans flooded social media, venting their frustration and demanding alternatives. One viewer raged, “Why couldn’t it be put on BBC Two instead? Hate having to wait two weeks for the last episode.”
What’s Next for Matthew Aylward?
Amid the delay, speculation is swirling about the future of Olly Rix’s character, Matthew Aylward. Playing the husband of senior nurse Trixie Franklin (Helen George) since Series 10, rumours suggest Series 13 could mark his exit.
“It’s great being part of the Call the Midwife family. For now… You’ve got to watch to the end of this series. There are a few surprises ahead, a few bumps in the road. We’ll see how much longer I’m part of the family!” – Olly Rix
On-screen, Matthew and Trixie are facing marital troubles, strained by financial problems as Matthew manages the family business while Trixie pours herself into caring for Poplar.
Fans Can Catch Up While They Wait
Despite the delay, anticipation remains high for the drama’s conclusion. Fans can catch up on all episodes on BBC iPlayer while waiting for the show’s return to BBC One at 8pm on February 25th.
