Season 15

Explore recaps, photo galleries and more. It's 1971, and a new era dawns with the Women’s Liberation movement in the UK.

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First Look: New Midwives, New Decade, New Drama in Season 15

It’s 1971, and a new era of social change dawns as the nuns and midwives face serious cases. Get a sneak peek in this extended behind-the-scenes look. The cast also previews plotlines for Season 15.

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Cyril Receives News About His Divorce

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Cyril shares an important letter with Rosalind. He's heard from his lawyer, and his divorce will be official in six weeks.

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Sister Monica Joan and the Teddy Bear

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Sister Monica Joan has a special gift for Rosalind and Cyril — a teddy bear for their infant. But, more importantly, she has words of wisdom for the two of them and their future together.

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"Assume, Cyril, Assume!"

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Rosalind has a very different response to Cyril's plans for their weekend away than he'd expected.

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Trixie Visits the Lady Emily

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Trixie expresses her concerns over the changes coming for mothers in Poplar due to changes with the National Health Service.

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Sister Catherine and Fred Discuss Sister Monica Joan

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When Fred shares his concerns about Sister Monica Joan fading, Sister Catherine offers insight. It isn't fear of death that the Sister Monica Joan is facing — it's letting go of life.

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Phyllis and Miss Higgins Talk About The Future

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Phyllis and Miss Higgins discuss their concerns about the upcoming changes coming to Poplar. And Miss Higgins chooses to see it in a more positive light, thanks to birds.

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Dinner at Nonnatus House

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It seems everyone is excited about the time capsule, even the Sisters and midwives of Nonnatus House.

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The Nonnatus House Time Capsule

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Sister Julienne gets emotional seeing the items Sister Catherine wants to include in the Nonnatus House time capsule.

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Nurse Crane and Miss Higgins Discuss Women's Lib

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Nurse Crane and Miss Higgins discuss the women's liberation movement and the importance of "breaking out" in order to avoid being left behind.

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Season 15 Extended Preview

The new season kicks off in 1971 as several of the ladies embrace Women’s Lib and burn their bras outside Nonnatus House. Over the year, the team handles challenging cases including premature birth, placenta previa, kidney cancer, tuberculosis, and slavery. With cast including Jenny Agutter, Judy Parfitt, Helen George, Laura Main, Stephen McGann, Cliff Parisi, Linda Bassett, and Georgie Glen.

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Sister Catherine Confronts Sister Julienne

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When Sister Catherine pushes Sister Julienne for details, she's devastated to learn that Sister Veronica is alone on her retreat. She knows that in a time like this, Sister Veronica will need the love and support of a friend.

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Phyllis, Miss Higgins, and the Cubs' Time Capsule

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Nurse Phyllis Crane and Miss Higgins enjoy one of their cub's time capsule contributions.

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Geoffrey Visits Sister Veronica

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Geoffrey surprises Sister Veronica while she's on retreat. And, over pastries, he suggests a better way for her to figure out the next steps on her journey.

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Geoffrey Calls Sister Veronica

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After their touching conversation in the park, Geoffrey calls Sister Veronica to remind her that she has a friend if she needs one.

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Sister Monica Joan Goes to Church

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Sister Monica Joan knows that as a nun, most of her arrangements have already been made. But she has a few special requests of her own as she says goodbye to earth and her home: Poplar.

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Sister Julienne Has a Realization

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Sister Julienne has a moment of clarity after getting assaulted by a pregnant mother.

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Sister Julienne Shares a Sobering Update

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Sister Julienne meets with the Turners to let them know the future of Nonnatus House — and Dr. Turner's practice — is at risk because of the National Health Service.

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First Look: New Midwives, New Decade, New Drama in Season 15

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The Turner Family's Time Capsule

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The time capsule gives the Turner children a lot to think about, especially the future.

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Dr. Turner Visits St. Cuthbert’s

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Dr. Turner visits St. Cuthbert's to encourage them to continue with their innovative approaches, including performing epidurals.

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Sister Monica Joan Offers Guidance to Sister Catherine

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Sister Monica Joan comforts Sister Catherine when the midwife feels she failed a young mother.

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Cyril Suggests A Weekend Away

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When Cyril has a conference in York, he invites Rosalind to join him for a weekend away.

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Sister Veronica Shares Her Secret

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Sister Veronica talks to Sister Julienne about what's been weighing on her heart. She's been given permission from the Mother House to go on a retreat for six weeks while she figures out her next steps.

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About the Show

Call the Midwife follows the nurses, midwives and nuns from Nonnatus House, who visit the expectant mothers of Poplar, providing the poorest women with the best possible care.

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The Warp and Weft of Life

by Katie Moriarty | May 07, 2026

As a modern-day midwife, I want to blog about a sentence in the opening words voiced by Vanessa Redgrave. “These are the threads that bind the very warp and weft of days. ”

Protecting a Patient’s Right To Autonomy

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When we protect a patient’s right to autonomy, we are doing more than providing medical care. We are affirming their personhood.

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Our Favorite Scenes from Season 15

Support your local PBS station in our mission to inspire, enrich, and educate.

About the Show

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Phyllis Crane

Sister Julienne

Sister Monica Joan

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10 Favorite Trixie Franklin Moments

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