It's 1968 and Enoch Powell's infamous 'Rivers of Blood' speech creates serious tension in Poplar, especially when a group of dockers march in support of Powell. The midwives welcome a new nun, Sister Veronica, who's an instant hit with everyone, except Nurse Crane. Meanwhile, Trixie's relationship with Matthew goes from strength to strength, while Nurse Crane helps Nancy with her financial woes. Sister Julienne enjoys helping out on the district rounds, Shelagh and Dr. Turner split their time between the busy maternity home and their lively young family, while Reggie continues to bring joy into Violet and Fred's lives.
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Neal Street Productions ; created by Heidi Thomas ; writers, Heidi Thomas [and others] ; directors, Ann Tricklebank [and others] ; produced by Ann Tricklebank.
Inspired by the memoirs of Jennifer Worth.
Originally broadcast as single episodes of a television program in 2022-2023.
Bonus content: Behind the scenes of season 12.
Jenny Agutter, Linda Bassett, Judy Parfitt, Helen George, Laura Main, Leonie Elliott, Stephen McGann, Daniel Laurie, Cliff Parisi, Annabelle Apsion, Ella Bruccoleri, Megan Cusack, Georgie Glen, Zephryn Taitte, Olly Rix, Vanessa Redgrave.
Originally broadcast by BBC One in 2023.
DVD; region 1, NTSC; Wide screen (16:9); Stereo, Dolby Digital.
English dialogue; English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing (SDH).
