There's a new addition to Nonnatus House as Sister Catherine Cantwell is set to make her first appearance in episode 4 of season 13 of Call The Midwife. Molly Vevers play her, and here's everything you may want to know about the actress.
Molly Vevers age
Information regarding her exact birthday isn't available online, but she was 31 in 2023 (according to an article by the East Lothian Courier).
Molly Vevers: Movies and TV shows
Here's a breakdown of Molly Vevers television roles, including her Call The Midwife entry.
The Rig
Molly Vevers got her first major role as Heather in The Rig, a thriller series from Prime Video, which saw a group of workers being enshrouded by a mysterious fog and taken over by supernatural forces on a remote Scottish oil rig.
She was starring alongside a fantastic cast including Ian Glenn (Silo, Game of Thrones), Emily Hampshire (Schitt's Creek), Martin Compston (Line of Duty, Our House), Rochenda Sandall (Line of Duty, Criminal: UK), Mark Bonnar (Guilt, Shetland) and Mark Addy (The Full Monty, Jack Frost).
On the 2nd January 2025, the second series of The Rig was released. You can catch the trailer below:
Call The Midwife
In January 2025 it was announced that Molly Vevers would be joining the cast of Call The Midwife season 14 as Sister Catherine Cantwell.
Taking to social media to announce the news, the Call The Midwife team shared a behind-scenes video with Molly and said:
"We are delighted to announce the arrival of a brand new face to Nonnatus House in next Sunday's episode 4!
"The wonderful Molly Vevers plays Sister Catherine Cantwell - a postulant nun preparing for her full initiation into the Sisters of Raymond Nonnatus, and life as a midwife in Poplar. ✝️👶🚲❤️"
Where does Molly Vevers live?
Although Molly Vevers currently calls London home, her roots trace back to Cardiff, where she was born, and North Berwick, the Scottish town where she spent her formative years. Despite her connection to both places, Molly expresses a particular fondness for Cardiff, describing it as the city where she feels most herself. Talking to the East Lothian Courier, she fondly reminisced about her Scottish upbringing, saying, "It was a good place to grow up – there used to be an amateur dramatic society, and they did the musicals and the plays. I watched [my parents] do that, and it certainly sparked an interest in me, even though at that age I still felt quite shy."
How did Molly Vevers get her role in Call The Midwife?
In a conversation with What To Watch, Molly shared her excitement about landing the role of Sister Catherine. "Joining something that’s so loved is thrilling," she remarked. Upon securing the role, she delved into the show's history, becoming a self-professed superfan. "The show's magic lies in its exploration of love—family, friendship, community—alongside hard-hitting themes. Having been a nanny between acting roles, working around babies was a part I eagerly anticipated," she added.
Playing a midwife with no medical background presented its own set of challenges, and Molly sought to immerse herself in her character fully. "I explored documentaries and books about modern women who embark on the journey of becoming nuns," Molly explained, fascinated by the human aspect of her character. "Film and TV often portray nuns almost saintly, but I wanted to capture the realism of a woman my age with doubts and complexities."
Who is Call The Midwife's Sister Catherine?
Before setting foot in Nonnatus House, Sister Catherine served as a nurse in a children's hospital and shares a profound connection with young ones. Her journey is marred by internal conflict regarding becoming a nun—a decision her non-religious family struggles to comprehend. Originally named Sandra, she finds herself estranged from her family upon entering the church. According to a BBC teaser, "As Catherine draws closer to taking her First Vows, her fear grows. Is this the right path? Can a life devoted to God and strangers justify the heartache caused to those who cherished her?"
Does Molly Vevers have Instagram?
You can follow the actor on Instagram @mollyvevers, where she posts about her work projects and shares some snaps from her personal life.
Arabella Horspool is a Commercial Content Writer for Yours at Bauer Media. She's a bookworm who is passionate about TV, film and theatre. She enjoys cooking, scrapbooking, playing board games and spending time with her pet dogs, tortoise and chickens.