The season finale of BBC's Call The Midwife has left viewers in tears, with many calling it the most emotional episode yet. The period drama, known for its heartwarming stories, delivered a devastating blow as a beloved character died.
In a heartbreaking storyline, medical secretary Millicent Higgins (Georgie Glen) was reunited with her secret son Victor, whom she had given birth to while living in India. However, the joy was short-lived as Victor was seriously ill with kidney disease and passed away. Miss Higgins lamented: "I was there for his first breath and his last." The scene prompted an outpouring of grief on social media.
Meanwhile, the fate of foster daughter May Tang (April Rae Hoang) was resolved when her biological mother agreed to let her stay with the Turner family permanently. The emotional phone call ended with May saying she wanted to live with her English family forever, leading to happy tears.
The finale also saw Joyce Highland (Renee Bailey) confront her abusive ex-husband Sylvester Warren (Benjamin Cawley), who had been posing as her cousin. The tense storyline added to the episode's emotional weight.
Fans praised the writing and performances, with many calling it the best finale in the show's history. The episode aired on BBC One and is available on iPlayer.
