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The Irish Sun
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Call The Midwife announces surprise spin-off as hit show begins filming new series
IT'S one of the BBC's biggest and longest running dramas, now the Call the Midwife universe is rapidly expanding over the coming year. The biggest news is that they will be making a prequel - which bosses have hinted at for some time now - and since it's set in World War II it could feature younger versions of older characters from the more recent series. 4 Bosses have confirmed they will be making a prequel Credit: WARNING: Use of this copyright image is subject to the terms of use of BBC Pictures' Digit 4 As well as a 15th series, movie and Christmas special Credit: Instagram They're likely to include Fred Buckle, Dr Turner and a trio of nuns - Sister Julienne, Sister Evangelina and Sister Monica Joan - all of whom are known to have been around during the conflict. As well as the prequel they be making a conventional 15th series - with a two part Christmas special - they're also creating a movie version as well. Creator and writer "But having wept, laughed, and raged my way from 1957 to 1971, I found myself yearning to delve into the deeper past. more call the midwife "The Blitz years in the East End were extraordinary - filled with loss, togetherness, courage and joy. The bombs fell, the babies kept on coming, and the Sisters kept on going. "There will be so much in the prequel for our wonderful, loyal fans, including the appearance of some familiar (if much younger!) faces." The two-part festive special will be set in their traditional surroundings of Poplar as well as Hong Kong this time round. Series 15 will then follow, kicking off off in 1971 with several of the ladies embracing Women's Lib and burning their bras outside Nonnatus House. Most read in Drama Meanwhile producers Neal Street will work with BBC Film on creating the movie version of the show which will be set overseas in 1972 and feature characters from the existing TV show. Heidi added: "Whilst the location of the film remains top-secret, I can say it is going to look absolutely fantastic on the big screen.' Call the Midwife Location Tour in Chatham However, eagle-eyed fans of the BBC drama noticed a The show's official Instagram page dropped a behind-the-scenes snap from the yuletide episode, showing fan favourites , Laura Main, Stephen McGann and Linda Bassett all smiles in snowy Nonnatus House scenes . The caption read: "NEWS! ! ! Call the Midwife Cast Begins Filming For Series 15! It's official - our team are back in Poplar! !" "We are delighted to announce the commencement of filming for our fifteenth series of Call the Midwife – and this year our traditional first-scene clapperboard shot is something a bit special, with a fine group of cast members present for the start of Christmas Special recording! 🎅🎄" Call The Midwife: A breakdown Call The Midwife first came onto the airwaves in 2012 and has been seen by millions. But what is it about? Series one: Set in early 1957 and it explored the 'Baby Boom generation, which included themes of poverty and post-war immigration. Series two: Set in 1958 and it showed gas and air being introduced for pain relief for the first time. It ended with the Nonnatus House building being condemned. Series three: Set in 1959 and it depicted gruesome conditions such as cystic fibrosis, polio and it showed the midwives in the context on prisons. Series four: Set in 1960 under the threat of nuclear warfare and the emergency response guidelines issued by the local Civil Defence Corp. Other themes included LGBT rights, and syphilis. Series five: Set in 1961 and it shows the care of patients with conditions such as Typhoid and strokes. We also saw the effects of thalidomide, the introduction of the contraceptive pill. Series six: Set in 1962 and domestic violence was at the centre of the season. Other themes included FGM (female genital mutilation), mental health issues and interracial marriage. It was also notable for the introduction of Reggie, a recurring character with Down Syndrome. Series seven: Set in 1963 and we see Nurse Lucille Anderson for the first time. We also see the show address conditions such as dementia, huntington's disease, leprosy and meningitis Series eight: Set in 1964 and it bravely covered the issue of abortion, which was not legal for another three years in 1967. Sickle cell disease, cleft lip, cleft palate and intersex people also featured. Series nine: Diptheria was at the centre of the ninth instalment in 1965, and it was notable for featuring a blind expectant mother. But the role of Nonnatus House within the community also came into question. Series ten: Set in 1966, Nonnatus House has a rival in the form of the private Lady Emily Clinic in Mayfair. PKU, diabetes and the controversy surrounding abortion were central themes. Series eleven: Set in 1967 amid the housing crisis and a scabies epidemic. The show was rocked by a train crash right next to Nonnatus House. But, Taking to the comment section, one user wrote: "Where is Sister Monica Joan?" Another added: "That's what I'm worried about." A third penned: "WHERE IS SISTER MONICA JOAN? ? ? ? ? ? DONT SCARE ME LIKE THIS" Call the Midwife is available to watch on BBC iPlayer. 4 There will be another Christmas special this festive season Credit: PA 4 But who will be making an appearance? Credit: PA
The Irish Sun
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Surprise Call The Midwife spin-off revealed – but with MAJOR change from show's last series
IT'S one of the BBC's biggest and longest running dramas, now the Call the Midwife universe is rapidly expanding over the coming year. The biggest news is that they will be making a prequel - which bosses have hinted at for some time now - and since it's set in World War II it could feature younger versions of older characters from the more recent series. 2 Call the Midwife is getting a prequel, along with a movie version Credit: BBC They're likely to include Fred Buckle, As well as Creator and writer Heidi Thomas said: 'The opening of new doors at Nonnatus House feels profoundly emotional, and yet just right. "I have never run out of stories for read more on call the midwife "But having wept, laughed, and raged my way from 1957 to 1971, I found myself yearning to delve into the deeper past. "The Blitz years in the East End were extraordinary - filled with loss, togetherness, courage and joy. "The bombs fell, the babies kept on coming, and the Sisters kept on going. "There will be so much in the prequel for our wonderful, loyal fans, including the appearance of some familiar (if much younger!) faces." Most read in News TV The two-part festive special will be set in their traditional surroundings of Poplar as well as Hong Kong this time round. Series 15 will then follow, kicking off in 1971 with several of the ladies embracing Women's Lib and burning their bras outside Nonnatus House. Call the Midwife fans stunned after discovering Renee Bailey's racy TV past - and it's worlds away from Joyce Meanwhile producers Neal Street will work with BBC Film on creating the movie version of the show which will be set overseas in 1972 and feature characters from the existing TV show. Heidi added: "Whilst the location of the film remains top-secret, I can say it is going to look absolutely fantastic on the big screen.' 2 There's also a conventional 15th series and a two part Christmas special on the way Credit: Alamy Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club.
Yahoo
02-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
What time is Call the Midwife on tonight? Series 14 finale to air on TV
After eight episodes, series 14 of Call the Midwife will come to an end this evening (March 2). Nancy Corrigan returns to Poplar as she prepares to marry Roger Noble, played by Connor O'Donnell. Meanwhile, can Sister Catherine (Molly Vevers) leave her 'past heartache' at the altar? The Radio Times summary shares: 'A mother and baby home is evacuated, Nancy's wedding plans take a surprising turn, and Sister Catherine takes her first vows.' 24 hours until our Series 14 finale!! Can Sister Catherine leave her past heartache at the altar?#CallTheMidwife. Series 14 concludes Sunday at 8pm on BBC1 xx — Call the Midwife (@CallTheMidwife1) March 1, 2025 But what time does the BBC period drama's series finale air? Let's take a look. The final installment of Call the Midwife series 14 will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer from 8pm until 9pm. Fans have been eagerly awaiting what's to come, following Stephen McGann who plays Dr Patrick Turner, teasing the return of Sister Hilda (Fenella Woolgar) in the 'beautiful' last episode. He also told This Morning's Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard earlier this week: 'There's a sense of things being rounded up beautifully, but there's also, as you know with Call the Midwife, there's drama there, too. There's heartache, as well.' Many have been sharing their excitement as someone posted on X: 'I can't wait to watch call the midwife tomorrow evening finale i will missed this my favourite drama on BBC hope the person write this beautiful series bring back episodes.' This person added: 'I'm looking forward to watch last episode on Sunday evening it sounds like it going beautiful or sad ending.' Meanwhile, others couldn't believe series 14 was finishing already, and some have demanded more episodes. One commented: 'Finale!!?? Already?? It needs to be on five days a week instead of these rubbish soaps.' Recommended reading: Call the Midwife spin-off teased starring one of the show's 'wilder characters' Call the Midwife star reveals 'much-loved' character returns in series 14 finale BBC Call the Midwife star quits after 4 years - fans will 'hugely miss' character Another agreed: 'Can't believe it's the last episode already. This series has absolutely flown by.' A BBC viewer wrote: 'Omg!!! The end is nigh. You know this episode is going to be something special.' This account put: 'We need a longer series of this fabulous production.'
