Call the Midwife's new cast includes The Rig and All Creatures stars
BBC One's Call the Midwife has returned, and fans were thrilled to catch a glimpse of a new midwife in last week's teaser. The forthcoming episode will introduce Sister Catherine to the team at Nonnatus House as she embarks on her training journey.
Under the watchful eye of Nurse Crane, played by Linda Bassett, Sister Catherine is immediately faced with a challenging case. Concurrently, Dr Turner, portrayed by Stephen McGann, is taken aback when a mother-of-seven requests an abortion.
He also expresses disappointment over the lacklustre response to the measles vaccination clinic. All main cast members are set to return, except for Cyril Robinson, played by Zephryn Taitte, who has travelled to Jamaica to visit Lucille, played by Leonie Elliott.
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Nancy Corrigan, played by Meghan Cusack, has also temporarily left Nonnatus House after accepting a new job. Here's everything you need to know about the guest stars of episode four.
Sister Catherine - Molly Vevers
Sister Catherine is played by Molly Vevers, a TV and theatre actress best known for her role as Heather Shaw in The Rig. She resides in South East London but was born in Cardiff and still has family there.
Her other notable roles include The Long Shadow, The Spanish Princess, and Doctors.
Mr Wilkins - Euan Macnaughton
Mr Wilkins is portrayed by Euan Macnaughton, a Scottish actor. However, acting wasn't always his chosen career path.
After finishing school, he joined the army and held various jobs before turning to acting in 1990.
Despite lacking formal training, he has starred in notable shows such as Outlander, All Creatures Great and Small, and This England.
Mr Ackhurst - Ashley Cook
Mr Ackhurst is portrayed by Ashley Cook, who has made guest appearances in EastEnders, This Is Going to Hurt, and Emmerdale.
Jimmy Wrigley - Joel Beckett
Jimmy Wrigley is played by Joel Beckett, a 51 year old English actor recognised for his role as Jake Moon in EastEnders and Lee in the original version of The Office. He also featured in Holby City and Band of Brothers.
Peggy Wrigley - Rachel Tucker
Peggy Wrigley is brought to life by Rachel Tucker, a 43 year old Northern Irish stage actress famed for her role as Elphaba in the musical Wicked. She has other stage credits including Come from Away and The Last Ship, and small roles on TV in Holby City and Hope Street.
She is married to Guy Retallack and they have one child.
Gail Mason - Louise O'Dowd
Gail Mason is played by Louise O'Dowd, a graduate of the prestigious Bristol Old Vic Theatre School who has previously starred in My Left Nut and The Secret Life of Boys. She recently wrapped up filming a new series called In Flight.
Andrew Trottwood - Teddy Berriman
Andrew Trottwood is portrayed by Teddy Berriman, a 12 year old actor who doesn't let his health conditions, including cerebral palsy, partial sight, epilepsy, and autism, hinder his passion for acting. He described himself as a "cute, cheeky, happy character who loves the camera".
He played Ashley in A Christmas Number One back in 2021.
Jill Trottwood - Joanna Horton
Joanna Horton, the English actress famed for her roles in Robin Hood, Father Brown, Spooks and Foyle's War, is married to actor Luke Norris, who is recognised for his role as Dr Dwight Enys in Poldark.
Call the Midwife is broadcast on Sundays on BBC One at 8pm.
