Season 12 Episode Guide

Season 12 Premiered March 19, 2023

It’s 1968, and the nuns and nurses from Nonnatus House return for more midwifery and family life. The midwives welcome a new nun, Sister Veronica, and tension in Poplar arises following the effects of Enoch Powell’s “Rivers of Blood” speech.

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Season 12 Episodes

Episode 1

The midwives welcome Sister Veronica, who's an instant hit with everyone – almost.

Episode 2

Lucille struggles with her mental and emotional health.

Episode 3

As Nancy harbors a secret of her own, Sister Veronica’s new case shocks Nonnatus house.

Episode 4

An emergency gastroenteritis outbreak is declared at the Nonnatus House.

Episode 5

Nancy oversees a child born out of wedlock, taking a very unexpected and shocking turn.

Episode 6

Sister Veronica spearheads an initiative to monitor the health of working children.

Episode 7

Preparations for the big wedding are underway; Nancy visits a homeless family.

Episode 8

Preparations for the big wedding are underway; Nancy visits a homeless family.

2022 Holiday Special

With Christmas fast approaching, life in Poplar is returning to normal after the terrible train crash.

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Episode 1

It is now 1968, and there are changes in the air. Enoch Powell’s infamous speech casts a long shadow over the borough. Nonnatus House welcomes a new nun to the team, Sister Veronica, who impresses everyone except for Nurse Crane.

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Episode 1

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It is now 1968, and there are changes in the air. Enoch Powell’s infamous speech casts a long shadow over the borough. Non

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Episode 2

54m 5s

Lucille struggles with her mental and emotional health; Sister Julienne is deeply concerned by an angry red rash on a pati

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Episode 3

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As she sets about helping a mother whose newborn baby is suffering from a clotting disorder, Nancy is harboring a secret o

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Episode 4

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Nurse Crane is shocked when her fitness comes into question during a ventouse training course. Trixie cares for a Hindu mo

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Episode 5

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Nancy oversees a child born out of wedlock, but things take a very unexpected and shocking turn. Dr. Turner and Sister Ver

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Episode 6

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One of the boys of Buckle’s paper shop becomes unwell. Sister Veronica spearheads a new council initiative to monitor the

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Episode 7

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Preparations for Trixie and Matthew’s wedding are underway as a joyous occasion that brings the community together. Nancy

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Episode 8

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As Trixie and Matthew’s wedding officially begins, a series of small and great disasters threaten to impede the day. A hor

More About Season 12

It’s 1968 and Enoch Powell’s infamous “Rivers of Blood” speech creates serious tension in Poplar, especially when a group of dockers march in support of Powell. The midwives welcome a new nun, Sister Veronica, who’s an instant hit with everyone – except Nurse Crane. Meanwhile, Trixie’s relationship with Matthew goes from strength to strength, while Nurse Crane helps Nancy with her financial woes. Sister Julienne enjoys helping out the district, Shelagh and Dr. Turner split their time between the busy maternity home and their lively young family and Reggie continues to bring joy into Violet and Fred’s lives.

Starring

Jenny Agutter (The Railway Children, Spooks), Linda Bassett (Lark Rise to Candleford), Judy Parfitt, Ella Bruccoleri (Genius: Picasso), Helen George (Doctors), Laura Main, Leonie Elliott (Black Mirror), Stephen McGann (The Hanging Gale, Emmerdale), Cliff Parisi (EastEnders), Annabelle Apsion (Hillsborough, The Lakes), Georgie Glen, Max Macmillan, Daniel Laurie, Zephryn Taitte, Megan Cusack, Olly Rix

Lead Writer

Heidi Thomas (Cranford, Upstairs Downstairs)

Created by

Heidi Thomas (Cranford, Upstairs Downstairs)

Producer

Ann Tricklebank

Executive Producers

Pippa Harris, Heidi Thomas (Cranford, Upstairs Downstairs), Ann Tricklebank, Gaynor Holmes

Photos | Making Season 12

BEHIND THE SCENES VIDEO

Call the Midwife Cast Preview Changes for Season 12

From new locations to new relationships, the cast of Call the Midwife - including Jenny Agutter, Helen George, Laura Main - give us a preview of the babies, friendships and drama in Season 12.

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