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Call the Midwife Christmas Double Bill Wraps With Hong Kong Mission as Franchise Future Locked In

The BBC says the drama returns on 11 January with series 15, with a feature film and a World War II prequel also in development.

Overview

  • BBC One aired the two specials at 8:15pm on Christmas Day and 8:30pm on Boxing Day, with both episodes available on BBC iPlayer.
  • The festive story sends a Nonnatus team to Hong Kong after a building collapse, weaving in TB care, stolen medication and criminal interference, with returning regulars including Timothy Turner.
  • Viewers reported strong emotional reactions to part one, while later responses and reviews noted divided views on the overseas storyline and festive tone.
  • Creator Heidi Thomas said filming in Hong Kong was disrupted by escalating typhoon alerts that forced the company to shelter in their hotel basement.
  • Series 15 begins Sunday 11 January 2026 at 8pm, and the BBC has confirmed further projects including a cinema film and a WWII-set prequel.