Call the Midwife season 14 episode 3 cast introduces stars from Mamma Mia and Tracy Beaker
BBC One's Call the Midwife is back with its third episode of the season, where we see Rosalind Clifford, portrayed by Natalie Quarry, put her expertise to the test as she delivers a baby with disabilities. In another part of town, an apartment block gas explosion sends shockwaves through the community, with Joyce Highland, played by Renee Bailey, at the heart of the chaos.
In the midst of this, Sister Julienne, played by Jenny Agutter, seeks the managerial prowess of Trixie Aylward, Helen George's character, for a meeting with Dr Threapwood, played by Timothy Harker, regarding the renewal of their council contract.
Fans will be pleased to see the return of most of the regular cast, including Linda Bassett as Phyllis Crane and Judy Parfitt as Sister Monica Joan. Laura Main reprises her role as Shelagh Turner, alongside Stephen McGann who plays her on-screen spouse, Patrick.
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Cliff Parisi and Annabelle Apsion are back in their roles as Fred and Violet Buckle, while Georgie Glen and Rebecca Gethings return as Millicent Higgins and Sister Veronica respectively.
Here's what you need to know about the guest cast for the third episode:
Dr Threapwood - Timothy Harker
Dr Threapwood is brought to life by Welsh actor Timothy Harker, who began his acting career in middle age. His first screen appearance was in the 2015 horror short I Shall Visit, and he has since featured in Peaky Blinders, Black Doves, and The Agency.
PC Gibbs - Ben Simpson
PC Gibbs is portrayed by Ben Simpson, whose previous credits include Holby City, The Cazalets, The Bill, and The Phoenix and the Carpet.
Mr Mackintosh - David Blair
David Blair, a Guildhall School of Music and Drama alumnus, takes on the role of Mr Mackintosh. He's perhaps best recognised for his performances as Stuart in Island and Herbert Batty in Dalziel and Pascoe.
Miss Jenkins - Lisa Coleman
Lisa Coleman, a seasoned English actress, portrays Miss Jenkins. The 54 year old is known for her roles as Jude Korcanik in Casualty and Cam Lawson in The Story of Tracy Beaker.
She now volunteers as an occupational therapist in a psychiatric unit. Coleman comes from a family of actors, including her sister Charlotte Coleman and mother Ann Beach.
Alf Cottered - David Troughton
Alf Cottered is brought to life by David Troughton, a 74 year old actor celebrated for his Shakespearean stage roles. His other notable parts include Dr Bob Buzzard in A Very Peculiar Practice and Ricky Hanson in New Tricks.
Acting runs in his family, with both his father, Patrick, and nephew, Harry Melling, having pursued careers in the field.
Debbie Anderson - Alyssa Monteith
Young actress Alyssa Monteith steps into the shoes of Debbie Anderson, marking her first significant role in Call the Midwife.
Nerys Anderson - Georgia Landers
Georgia Landers, known for her work in theatre and Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among Thieves, plays Nerys Anderson. She has also appeared in The Girl Before, Casualty, and Press.
Don Lasley - Garmon Rhys
Garmon Rhys takes on the role of Don Lasley. Viewers might recognise him as PC Ryan Davies from Hidden.
He also portrayed Patrick in Gangs of London and Dewi in Enid a Lucy.
Norma Lasley - Alexa Davies
Norma Lasley is brought to life by Alexa Davies, a 29 year old Welsh actress known for her role as Aretha in Raised by Wolves.
She also played a young Rosie in Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, and Meg in Dead Pixels.
Call the Midwife is broadcast on Sundays on BBC One at 8pm.
