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BBC Expands 'Call the Midwife' With WWII Prequel and 1972 Feature Film

Heidi Thomas signals a story driven by women stepping into responsibility, introducing younger incarnations of beloved Sisters plus three new midwives.

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Overview

  • The BBC confirms a prequel set in Poplar during World War II will air this Christmas, alongside a feature film set overseas in 1972.
  • Heidi Thomas says the prequel features younger versions of Sister Julienne, Sister Evangelina and Sister Monica Joan.
  • Three newly arrived midwives join the story, with Thomas emphasizing themes of women taking charge on the home front.
  • Specific casting for the younger roles remains undisclosed as production details are kept under wraps.
  • Judy Parfitt says the main series will take a break after the current season, while viewer chatter on Reddit speculates about long-term direction and the future of Vanessa Redgrave’s narration.