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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 11 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.3/10(3 votes)

    #1 - Episode 8

    S11:E8

    Nonnatus House faces its darkest day after a tragic incident in the heart of Poplar. As the community rallies together, the team must overcome personal anguish to help the injured.

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    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.1/10(7 votes)

    #2 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    When Chummy's imperious mother visits and disapproves of Peter Noakes, Chummy defies her mother and has her wedding on her own terms. Senile Sister Monica Joan is arrested for shoplifting.

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    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  3. undefined Season 12 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #3 - Episode 1

    S12:E1

    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.

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    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  4. undefined Season 12 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #4 - Episode 5

    S12:E5

    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.

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    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  5. undefined Season 9 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #5 - Episode 1

    S9:E1

    Dr Turner and Nurse Crane must deal with an alarming outbreak of diphtheria. Fred finds an abandoned baby in a dustbin, and the team must help locate its mother.

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    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  6. undefined Season 9 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #6 - Episode 8

    S9:E8

    Sister Julienne decides it is time to take matters in hand when a letter arrives from the council saying that it will cut funding to Nonnatus House and no longer pay for the accommodation, and goes to see Violet at one of her open sessions as a local councillor.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  7. undefined Season 10 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #7 - Episode 1

    S10:E1

    Sister Julienne and Dr Turner clash over whether to provide a private care service, and a distressing birth raises fears of another Thalidomide case.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  8. undefined Season 10 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #8 - Episode 4

    S10:E4

    It’s July 1966, and Britain is in the grip of World Cup fever. New pupil midwife Nancy makes quite an impact.

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    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  9. undefined Season 10 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #9 - Episode 7

    S10:E7

    Nonnatus House struggles to come to terms with Nancy’s revelation. With Sister Julienne taking her annual leave at the Mother House, Sister Hilda relishes the chance to cover and impress with her leadership. While attending an expectant mother, Sister Frances and Trixie are appalled to learn that Poplar’s housing crisis is worsening, leaving the Nonnatus team vowing to fight for change. It’s a poignant time for the Turner family as Timothy readies to leave for medical school in Edinburgh and Cyril receives news from home, prompting him and Lucille to consider their own future. Meanwhile, a very special baby is born, who causes a rift in a close-knit family and leads many people to count their blessings.

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    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  10. undefined Season 11 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #10 - Episode 1

    S11:E1

    Demolition work in Poplar uncovers a long-buried secret that leads to a testing and emotional case for the team. Sister Julienne takes on a sensitive delivery.

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    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  11. undefined Season 11 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #11 - Episode 3

    S11:E3

    Shelagh organises a special celebration to mark 100 years since the Order first arrived in Poplar - although Sister Hilda feels that she should have been in charge of the festivities. Nancy tackles the plight of meths drinkers living rough in Poplar, and Nurse Crane treats a young singer who is torn between two very different futures.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.7/10(9 votes)

    #12 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    A new girl arrives Nonnatus House and finds it hard to earn the respect of Sister Evangelina. Jenny sees an unfamiliar darker side of life following an encounter with a runaway.

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    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  13. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - June 1842
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #13 - June 1842

    S1:E1

    The town of Cranford is in a flurry at the arrival of a new handsome doctor. His controversial treatment of an unfortunate carpenter is risky not only for the patient, but also his reputation. Elsewhere a family suffers a loss but forges a friendship.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  14. undefined Season 12 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #14 - Episode 8

    S12:E8

    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.

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    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  15. undefined Season 11 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    #15 - Episode 5

    S11:E5

    Trixie has been assigned to a complicated case involving a crane driver who was injured in a workplace accident and is now paraplegic. Meanwhile, Nancy and Sister Frances give a talk on the facts of life at a primary school, and Lucille's attendance at a straightforward delivery takes a distressing turn. Shelagh decides to organise a jumble sale to raise money to fix some broken playground equipment in the park. When Sister Julienne finds a suspicious item, chaos ensue

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.0/10(10 votes)

    #16 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Jenny Lee start her midwife career at Nonnatus House in London. She is surprised to find that it is a nursing convent and not a hospital. Her first case is a woman pregnant for the 25th time!

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  17. undefined Season 0 Episode 13 - Christmas Special 2022
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #17 - Christmas Special 2022

    S0:E13

    The Turners support a family still suffering the devastating effects of thalidomide, Miss Higgins is involved in an unexpected delivery, and the community stages a talent show.

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    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  18. undefined Season 0 Episode 14 - Christmas Special 2023
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #18 - Christmas Special 2023

    S0:E14

    As Poplar prepares for Christmas, Sister Monica Joan fears this could be her last. Dr Turner and the midwives deal with a complicated multiple birth, and Cyril helps a war veteran.

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    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  19. undefined Season 13 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    5.0/10(1 votes)

    #19 - Episode 1

    S13:E1

    Sister Julienne cares for an expectant mother who has cerebral palsy. Nonnatus House kicks off its new midwifery training scheme with the arrival of four new pupil midwives.

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    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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Heidi Thomas Ratings Summary

"Episode 8" is the best rated episode written by Heidi Thomas. It scored 8.3/10 based on 3 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 2/20/2022 and is rated 0.2 points higher than their second-best episode, "Episode 6".