New ‘heartbreaking’ drama from Mum writer and starring Harry Potter TV series actor gets release date confirmed

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Please be aware that this article discusses sensitive topics like pregnancy loss and miscarriage, which may be upsetting to some readers.

Stefan Golaszewski, the writer behind the series Marriage, is back with a new show called Babies, and we now know when it will be released.

The new six-part drama begins on BBC One at 9pm on Monday, March 30th. The second episode will air at the same time on Tuesday, March 31st. All episodes will also be available to stream on BBC iPlayer starting at 6am on Monday, March 30th.

A preview trailer is now available for the series, featuring Siobhán Cullen (known for Bodkin), Paapa Essiedu (The Capture), Charlotte Riley (Peaky Blinders), and Jack Bannon (Pennyworth).

The trailer depicts the emotional and difficult path Lisa and Stephen take as they try to start a family, facing the pain of several miscarriages along the way.

You can watch the trailer right here now.

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This series tells a heartwarming and deeply emotional love story. Even as Lisa and Stephen deal with devastating loss, their connection is strong, filled with laughter, kindness, and a steadfast dedication to each other.

Riley and Bannon star as Amanda and Dave, a couple just starting out and figuring out if they’re a good match. As their relationship develops, it creates tension between Dave and his longtime friend, Stephen, who is expecting a baby with his partner, Lisa.

Alongside creating ‘Marriage,’ Golaszewski is also known for the popular shows ‘Him & Her,’ which lasted four seasons, and ‘Mum,’ which ran for three.

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Weruche Essiedu is joining the cast of HBO’s new Harry Potter television series as Severus Snape. He’ll be acting alongside well-known stars like John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, Nick Frost, and Katherine Parkinson.

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The new series, Babies, starts on BBC One at 9pm on Monday, March 30th. You can also watch all the episodes on BBC iPlayer from 6am the same day.

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James HibbsDrama Writer

James Hibbs writes about TV dramas for TopMob, covering shows on streaming services and traditional channels. Before becoming a writer, he worked in public relations, first at a business-to-business agency and then at Fremantle, a major international TV production company. He holds a BA in English and Theatre Studies, as well as a Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.

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2026-03-19 14:41