The BBC has firmly denied claims that Call the Midwife will come to an end after its upcoming 15th series, reassuring fans that the long-running period drama remains a key part of its future programming.
Speculation was sparked by a report in the Daily Star, which alleged the show would wrap in 2026.
The report quoted a source claiming: “After years of drama and countless births, Call the Midwife is coming to an end. The team have decided it's time to draw the show to a close and bow out.”
Understandably the report caused upset among fans who took to social media to share their shock.
Taking to X, one viewer wrote: “I'm so upset I love call the midwife praying doctor who ain't next, im scared” (sic).
“I can't believe they are taking Call The Midwife away from me this is a personal attack,” another penned. While a third added: “They cancelled call the midwife I'm going into a permanent mourning.”
Despite their worry, the BBC was quick to dismiss the claims.
“The BBC would like to reassure fans that Call The Midwife will remain at the heart of the BBC for years to come," a spokesperson said.
In fact, the broadcaster has outlined a packed schedule of upcoming content for the series.
They added: “As previously announced, there are two Christmas specials, a new series, a film and prequel series, before a sixteenth series in due course. Call the Midwife isn’t going anywhere.”
While on social media, the series official Instagram posted: “Call the Midwife isn’t going anywhere” alongside the BBC’s statement.
Series 15 is set to air from January 2026 and will feature eight hour-long episodes, following a two-part Christmas special in 2025 set in both Poplar and Hong Kong.
Neal Street Productions, the company behind the drama, is also developing a feature film in partnership with BBC Film.
The project will take the story abroad to 1972 and is set to include “iconic characters from the existing TV show.”
A prequel series is also in the works, set in Poplar during the Second World War and focused on the early lives of much-loved characters. Production is due to begin in 2026.
Since its debut in 2012, Call the Midwife has become one of the BBC’s most successful and beloved dramas, earning numerous BAFTA, TV Choice and National Television Awards.
Based on the memoirs of Jennifer Worth, the show has continued to evolve under creator Heidi Thomas.
