Call the Midwife is ringing in the festive season in style this year, returning with not one but two Christmas specials for 2025. And, true to form, Poplar is set for plenty of joy, heartache and classic midwifery drama.
While series 15 lands on BBC One in January 2026, fans have a double helping of festive storytelling to enjoy first – always the sparkling gems of the BBC’s Christmas lineup.
In a treat for long-time viewers, this year’s specials will take part of the action overseas. Senior members of Nonnatus House will travel to Hong Kong on a mercy mission, while the younger midwives remain in Poplar to hold the fort – and inevitably face chaos of their own.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Call the Midwife Christmas special 2025…
Christmas has arrived at Nonnatus House (Credit: BBC/Neal Street Productions/Nicky Johnston)
Is there a Call the Midwife Christmas special 2025?
Yes, there are actually two festive episodes this year, just like we had in 2024.
Last year, the series changed from the traditional 90-minute Christmas episode to two one-hour offerings. This year will be the same, with the series picking up shortly after where series 14 ended.
The last series saw romance blossom between Cyril and Rosalind as they spent more time together. Will they get to enjoy their first Christmas as a couple without any drama?
Series 14 also saw Nancy and Roger get married on the same day as welcoming a daughter into the world. It has been revealed that Nancy has left Poplar to live with Roger, along with their new baby girl and Nancy’s eldest daughter, Colette. Could someone new be heading to Nonnatus House to replace her?
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