CALL The Midwife has been axed by the BBC.
The show is set to end after series 15 in 2026, with the cast already filming their final scenes.
Throughout its run, the show has been a huge hit with audiences across the UK.
It has won numerous awards including National Television Awards, TV Choice Awards and has received several BAFTA nominations.
But after 15 years on-screen, bosses at the BBC have decided the show will come to an end.
However, it has been reported that execs are still keen to finish the show “on a high”.
A source told the The Daily Star: “After years of drama and countless births, Call The Midwife is coming to an end.
“The team have decided it’s time to draw the show to a close and bow out.
“This is the last we’ll see of these much-loved characters. Storylines will tie up a lot of loose ends.”
The show will return to screens in January 2026 for the final run of episodes.
However, the outlet also reported that the show will have one final outing after the last scenes air on BBC One.
The show will reportedly make a transfer from the small box to the big screen with one final outing.
This will follow the hit ITV series Downton Abbey which has spawned two spin-off movies, with the third coming to cinemas in September.
The source added: “It’s a bittersweet time for the cast and crew.
“They’re all sad it’s coming to an end, but they want to make sure the show gets the ending it deserves.”
Although fans will be devastated by the news, they may not be dissapointed for long as a prequel series is coming to the airwaves.
The forthcoming show will be set during WWII as loyal viewers will get to see younger iterations of some of the beloved characters.
Bosses may be hoping that it will be just as popular as the original series as it takes the slot of the hit period drama in the schedules.
An insider told the publication: “The prequel series will be very different to Call The Midwife, but it will still have the same magic.
“The storylines will be inspired by true events and there will be some fantastic new characters for viewers to fall in love with.”
They added: “The writers are also open to the idea of reviving Call The Midwife for a special one day in the future. It’s a case of never say never.”
