BBC confirms strong viewership for Call the Midwife Christmas special

The BBC has confirmed strong ratings for the two-part Christmas special of "Call the Midwife." The first episode aired on Christmas Day, attracting 4.42 million viewers, making it one of the most-watched shows of the day. The second episode aired on Boxing Day and topped the viewership charts with around 4 million viewers, surpassing a new episode of "Outnumbered." This marks a notable achievement for the series, which is set to return for its 14th season in January. The upcoming season will explore various storylines, including new romances and social issues. The first episode of season 14 will premiere on January 5 at 8 PM on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.