The beloved BBC period drama Call the Midwife continues its fifteenth season this Sunday with an episode that blends personal milestones with a terrifying public health scare. Following a distressing series opener, episode two introduces a potential rabies outbreak that sends waves of fear through the Poplar community, while also showcasing a revolutionary new medical technique in obstetrics.
A Crucial Meeting and a Community in Peril
At the heart of the episode is a significant step in the relationship between Cyril Robinson (Zephryn Taitte) and Rosalind Clifford (Natalie Quarry). Cyril is set to meet Rosalind's parents for the very first time, a pivotal moment where he seeks their approval. Meanwhile, back at Nonnatus House, the familiar faces return, including Jenny Agutter as Sister Julienne and Judy Parfitt as Sister Monica Joan.
The drama escalates with the threat of rabies, a deadly disease, looming over the district. This plotline promises to test the medics and midwives as they race to contain the outbreak and calm a frightened populace.
Meet the Guest Stars of Episode Two
The episode features an extensive roster of guest actors, bringing new characters to life. Here is your guide to the visiting cast members.
David Bark-Jones takes on the role of Major Aubrey Clifford, Rosalind's father. The accomplished English actor, who won a Broadway World Award for his West End performance in The 39 Steps, brings a commanding presence to the screen.
Playing his wife, Josephine Clifford, is Natasha Joseph. Viewers may recognise Joseph from her roles in major British soaps including Holby City, Emmerdale, and Coronation Street.
The episode also introduces the Bagnall family. Nicolas Tennant portrays Ernest Bagnall. Tennant, known for parts in The Bill and as a barman in Peaky Blinders, is joined by Callum Burns as Joel Bagnall. This marks Burns's television debut, though he has prior film and stage experience.
Additional Guest Appearances
A pregnant woman named Estelle Glennon is played by Julie Lamberton, best known for her role in the series Theodosia. Her on-screen relative, Hope Glennon, is portrayed by Northern Irish actress and veterinarian Mimi Joffroy, who previously appeared in The Devil's Hour.
Further guest roles include Sasha Latoya as Jean Elmore, Lauren Moakes as Hazel Rogers in her first major TV credit, and Caroline Fitzgerald as a resident. Chris Aukett rounds out the cast as a police officer.
When to Watch
Call the Midwife continues its run on BBC One on Sundays at 8pm. Episode two of season fifteen promises a compelling mix of intimate drama and high-stakes medical emergencies, set against the backdrop of a 1960s Easter in London's East End.
