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POV S39E5 — Arrest the Midwife
POV•Season 39•Episode 5

Arrest the Midwife

Aug 31, 202677 min
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When trusted midwives serving Amish and Mennonite families in rural upstate New York are arrested following the death of a newborn, a quiet community is thrust into turmoil. Director Elaine Epstein follows women who defy tradition and become activists, turning a local case into a

Directed byElaine Epstein
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Episode Summary

"Arrest the Midwife" is episode 5 of POV season 39. Directed by Elaine Epstein, it aired on August 31, 2026.

Next: E6 · RemakeBest of Season 39