The Best Episodes of Call the Midwife Season 12

Episode Rankings

1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.1/10(266 votes)

   #1 - Episode 1

   S12:E11/1/2023

   April 1968. Racial tensions cast a shadow over Poplar, Nancy’s eyes are opened when she supports a dying woman, and Nonnatus House welcomes a new sister.

   Director:Sydney Macartney

   Writer:Heidi Thomas

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   Director:Sydney Macartney

   Writer:Heidi Thomas
2. 

   8.2/10(223 votes)

   #2 - Episode 2

   S12:E21/8/2023

   Sister Julienne helps care for a first-time mother who is going through a challenging diagnosis. Lucille struggles with her own health, and Poplar celebrates the Whitsun Maypole.

   Director:Sydney Macartney

   Writer:Lena Rae

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   Director:Sydney Macartney

   Writer:Lena Rae
3. 

   8.1/10(214 votes)

   #3 - Episode 3

   S12:E31/15/2023

   Sister Veronica is shaken when a mother reveals a terrible truth about her marriage, whilst Shelagh cares for a baby with a life-threatening condition and Nancy harbours a secret.

   Director:Sarah Esdaile

   Writer:Nicola Wilson

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   Director:Sarah Esdaile

   Writer:Nicola Wilson
4. 

   8.4/10(213 votes)

   #4 - Episode 4

   S12:E41/22/2023

   The maternity home is thrown into chaos by an outbreak of gastroenteritis, and Nurse Crane fights to save her career. Meanwhile, Cyril encourages Reggie to seek help.

   Director:Corin Campbell-Hill

   Writer:Lucy Catherine

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   Director:Corin Campbell-Hill

   Writer:Lucy Catherine
5. 

   8.1/10(208 votes)

   #5 - Episode 5

   S12:E51/29/2023

   A pregnant mother with a chronic heart condition falls unwell, Nancy grows suspicious of a young father’s erratic behaviour, and Matthew prepares for a visit from his father.

   Director:James Larkin

   Writer:Heidi Thomas

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   Director:James Larkin

   Writer:Heidi Thomas
6. 

   8.4/10(217 votes)

   #6 - Episode 6

   S12:E62/5/2023

   Trixie supports an underage mother through a difficult time, Monica Joan welcomes an unusual guest to Nonnatus House, and Sister Veronica spearheads a new council initiative.

   Director:David Tucker

   Writer:Sally Abbott

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   Director:David Tucker

   Writer:Sally Abbott
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7. 

   8.2/10(203 votes)

   #7 - Episode 7

   S12:E72/12/2023

   Poplar’s housing crisis deepens, bringing a sad case to the attention of the team, whilst a worrying disease outbreak directly impacts the residents of Nonnatus House.

   Director:Ruth Platt

   Writer:Lisa Holdsworth

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   Director:Ruth Platt

   Writer:Lisa Holdsworth
8. 

   8.9/10(254 votes)

   #8 - Episode 8

   S12:E82/26/2023

   Dr Turner experiences the biggest test of his career, while Trixie’s approaching nuptials cause stress levels to escalate. Sister Julienne hatches a plan to save Nonnatus House.

   Director:David Tucker

   Writer:Heidi Thomas

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   Director:David Tucker

   Writer:Heidi Thomas