how many series of call the midwife
Call the Midwife has aired 15 series as of February 2025, with 133 episodes total, and is currently in its fifteenth series.
The BBC renewed the show through series 15 in February 2023, ensuring it runs until at least 2026, alongside annual Christmas specials.
Current Status
As of March 2026, series 15 has concluded its main run, with the timeline now advancing into the 1970s—marking a nostalgic shift for fans of the 1950s-1960s East End setting.
What's Next?
Series 16 is confirmed , though delayed beyond the usual January slot to accommodate production of a prequel spin-off (set in World War II, arriving Christmas 2026) and a feature film.
Showrunner Heidi Thomas has hinted it's "not the last series in the classic form," but a brief hiatus is planned after series 15's "end-of-an-era" finale.
"I don't think it's the last series… But we are going to take a break from it for a couple of years." – Heidi Thomas
Rumors of the show being "axed" after 15 years circulated on forums like Reddit, but the BBC clarified it'll remain a "staple" with more specials ahead.
Episode Breakdown
Most series feature 8 episodes each (series 1 had 6, series 10 had 7), plus Christmas specials since 2012.
Series| Episodes| Air Year| Notes
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1| 6| 2012| Premiere 5
2-9, 11-14| 8| 2012-2024| Standard format 5
10| 7| 2021| Exception 3
15| 8+| 2025| Ongoing into 1970s 14
16| TBA| 2027?| Delayed for spin-off/film 7
Fan & Forum Buzz
- Trending Context : Social media lit up in June 2025 over series 16 confirmation amid "axed" fears—quickly debunked by BBC statements promising longevity.
- Multiple Views : Die-hards love the emotional depth (e.g., thalidomide storylines), while some speculate the 1970s era might refresh or fatigue the formula.
- Forums highlight excitement for the WWII prequel, tying back to Nonnatus House origins.
This beloved drama, inspired by Jennifer Worth's memoirs, continues captivating with its blend of heartfelt midwifery tales and social history—here's to more Poplar stories! TL;DR : 15 series aired; series 16 confirmed for ~2027 post-prequel/film.
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