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.

Favorite Scenes from Season 12

What dog??

Sister Monica Joan has a secret dog friend and because she's named him "Nothing", she can attribute his noises to "Nothing".

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What dog??

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Sister Monica Joan has a secret dog friend and because she's named him "Nothing", she can attribute his noises to "Nothing".

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Sister Monica Joan's Illness

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Sister Monica Joan has fallen ill and has Nurse Crane and Sister Julienne very concerned.

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Who's Invited to Trixie's Wedding?

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The nuns and nurses receive the most perfect wedding invitations from Trixie and Matthew.

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Trixie's Bachelorette Spa Day

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Nurse Franklin's 'hen-do' spa day offers the ladies a chance to relax before the big wedding. The bachelorette party also

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Is Nancy Leaving Nonnatus House?

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Sister Julienne confronts Nurse Corrigan about her recent application for employment elsewhere. Nancy asserts that with th

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Vasectomy, Contraceptives and Giggles in Men's Health Talk

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Dr. Turner and Sister Veronica host a talk on men's health including topics like contraceptives and a new procedure that c

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Busted! Sister Monica Joan's Secret Dog Is Discovered

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Nothing's cheese thievery - and some painted evidence - give him away.

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Shelagh's Doubts About Another Baby

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Shelagh and Patrick Turner discuss the possible expansion of the family - and Shelagh's doubts.

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Nurse Franklin's Dinner Party Trouble

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Trixie's weeks of practice are put to the taste buds of her friends and colleagues. Can her fine tastes in clothing and su

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Delivering babies, check. Delivering fancy meals...

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Trixie goes into intense cooking training to prepare for her upcoming wedding.

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Poplar Is Not the Fashion Capital of the World

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Nurse Corrigan is always very fashionable, but her finances could use a little help. Will Nancy's one-of-a-kind fashion fe

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Nurse Crane's Review Interrupted By Her Biggest Fan

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Sister Monica Joan makes a surprise appearance at Phyllis' hearing with the medical board. Nurse Crane might be close to r

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Sister Monica Joan Reins in Chaos at the Maypole Dance

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Sister Monica Joan thought she was going to see a Maypole dance recital. Instead, Poplar's children screaming and playing

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Sister Julienne Confronts Sister Veronica

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Sister Julienne receives a letter about the newly arrived Sister Veronica's habit of telling fibs. Her latest embellishmen

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Can Trixie and Matthew Handle Their Wedding Plans?

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As Trixie and Matthew's big day draws near, their wedding plans become more stressful. Among the worries are Nurse Crane's

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Sister Monica Joan Isn't A Fan of Raffles, or Marmalade

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Shelagh visits looking for items that can be given away for a raffle. Sister Monica Joan seizes an opportunity to get rid

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Bad News for a Mother with Cancer

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Sister Julienne visits with an expecting mother who has a rare form of cancer. It may require the mother to give birth in

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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