Beloved BBC Drama Call the Midwife Begins Filming New Prequel Series
The BBC has confirmed that a prequel to the much-loved period drama Call the Midwife has begun filming, giving fans of the long-running series something significant to look forward to as the franchise expands.
Call the Midwife, which is set in and around a midwifery service in post-war East London, has attracted millions of devoted viewers over its extended run and is consistently cited as one of the BBC's most acclaimed and emotionally resonant dramas.
The series has been praised for its authentic portrayal of working-class life in London during the 1950s and 1960s, its unflinching but compassionate handling of difficult social issues, and the quality of its ensemble cast.
The confirmation that a prequel has commenced production signals the production team's desire to explore the origins of the world and characters that viewers have come to love.
While specific casting, storylines and broadcast dates for the prequel have not yet been publicly confirmed, the news has been warmly received by fans online, many of whom describe the original series as the best BBC drama and a true masterpiece of British television.
For those who have not yet discovered Call the Midwife, the full run of episodes is available on BBC iPlayer, making now an ideal time to begin.
The prequel is expected to draw substantial interest from the show's existing fanbase and newcomers alike when it eventually reaches screens.
Call the Midwife, which is set in and around a midwifery service in post-war East London, has attracted millions of devoted viewers over its extended run and is consistently cited as one of the BBC's most acclaimed and emotionally resonant dramas.
The series has been praised for its authentic portrayal of working-class life in London during the 1950s and 1960s, its unflinching but compassionate handling of difficult social issues, and the quality of its ensemble cast.
The confirmation that a prequel has commenced production signals the production team's desire to explore the origins of the world and characters that viewers have come to love.
While specific casting, storylines and broadcast dates for the prequel have not yet been publicly confirmed, the news has been warmly received by fans online, many of whom describe the original series as the best BBC drama and a true masterpiece of British television.
For those who have not yet discovered Call the Midwife, the full run of episodes is available on BBC iPlayer, making now an ideal time to begin.
The prequel is expected to draw substantial interest from the show's existing fanbase and newcomers alike when it eventually reaches screens.