Call the Midwife: Season 12

2023 · 8 episodes · ★ 8.5

Series 12

What Season 12 of Call the Midwife

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 on the district rounds, Shelagh and Dr Turner split their time between the busy maternity home and their lively young family, while Reggie continues to bring joy into Violet and Fred's lives.

8episodes

Jan 1, 2023premiered

Feb 26, 2023last episode

7.7 hrtotal runtime

Season 12 Episodes

12x01 Episode 1
Jan 1, 2023 · 58 min
April 1968. Racial tensions cast a shadow over Poplar, Nancy’s eyes are opened when she supports a dying woman, and Nonnatus House welcomes a new sister.
Directed by: Sydney Macartney · Written by: Heidi Thomas · Starring: Leonie Elliott, Linda Hargreaves, Archie O'Callaghan, Hiral Varsani
12x02 Episode 2
Jan 8, 2023 · 58 min
Sister Julienne helps care for a first-time mother who is going through a challenging diagnosis. Lucille struggles with her own health, and Poplar celebrates the Whitsun Maypole.
Directed by: Sydney Macartney · Written by: Lena Rae · Starring: Leonie Elliott, Linda Hargreaves, Lydia Larson, James Alexandrou
12x03 Episode 3
Jan 15, 2023 · 58 min
Sister Veronica is shaken when a mother reveals a terrible truth about her marriage, whilst Shelagh cares for a baby with a life-threatening condition and Nancy harbours a secret.
Directed by: Sarah Esdaile · Written by: Nicola Wilson · Starring: Mark Strepan, Maisie Squibb, Fred Jones, Rose Riley
12x04 Episode 4
Jan 22, 2023 · 58 min
The maternity home is thrown into chaos by an outbreak of gastroenteritis, and Nurse Crane fights to save her career. Meanwhile, Cyril encourages Reggie to seek help.
Directed by: Corin Campbell-Hill · Written by: Lucy Catherine · Starring: Daniel Laurie, Archie O'Callaghan, Roxanne Palmer, Annice Boparai
12x05 Episode 5
Jan 29, 2023 · 58 min
A pregnant mother with a chronic heart condition falls unwell, Nancy grows suspicious of a young father’s erratic behaviour, and Matthew prepares for a visit from his father.
Directed by: James Larkin · Written by: Heidi Thomas · Starring: Max Macmillan, Linda Hargreaves, Daniel Laurie, Archie O'Callaghan
12x06 Episode 6
Feb 5, 2023 · 58 min
Trixie supports an underage mother through a difficult time, Monica Joan welcomes an unusual guest to Nonnatus House, and Sister Veronica spearheads a new council initiative.
Directed by: David Tucker · Written by: Sally Abbott · Starring: Daniel Laurie, Dylan Mynett, Owen Baxter, Lucy Burrows
12x07 Episode 7
Feb 12, 2023 · 58 min
Poplar’s housing crisis deepens, bringing a sad case to the attention of the team, whilst a worrying disease outbreak directly impacts the residents of Nonnatus House.
Directed by: Ruth Platt · Written by: Lisa Holdsworth · Starring: Gráinne Good, Archie O'Callaghan, Niall McNamee, Rosie Hague
12x08 Episode 8 Season Finale
Feb 26, 2023 · 58 min
Dr Turner experiences the biggest test of his career, while Trixie’s approaching nuptials cause stress levels to escalate. Sister Julienne hatches a plan to save Nonnatus House.
Directed by: David Tucker · Written by: Heidi Thomas · Starring: Max Macmillan, Daniel Laurie, Archie O'Callaghan, Christopher Harper