All Creatures Great and Small

All Creatures Great and Small (1978-1990)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy, Family

In the mid-1930s James Herriot, who has recently graduated from the veterinary college in Glasgow, finds work in the rustic Yorkshire Dales of Northern England. This heartwarming drama chronicles his encounters with the locals and the animals they depend on. 

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Scheduleevery Saturday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S07E12Promises To KeepNov 17, 1990
S07E11HamperedNov 10, 1990
S07E10Old Dogs, New TricksNov 3, 1990
S07E09A Grand Memory for ForgettingOct 27, 1990
S07E08A Cat In Hull's ChanceOct 20, 1990
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'All Creatures Great and Small' premiere?

'All Creatures Great and Small' premiered on January 8, 1978.

Who created 'All Creatures Great and Small'?

'All Creatures Great and Small' is created by BBC.

What inspired the show 'All Creatures Great and Small'?

The show 'All Creatures Great and Small' is based on the books by James Herriot about his experiences as a veterinarian in the Yorkshire Dales.

Who played the role of James Herriot in 'All Creatures Great and Small'?

Christopher Timothy played the role of James Herriot in 'All Creatures Great and Small'.

Who played the role of Siegfried Farnon in 'All Creatures Great and Small'?

Robert Hardy played the role of Siegfried Farnon in 'All Creatures Great and Small'.

Who played the role of Tristan Farnon in 'All Creatures Great and Small'?

Peter Davison played the role of Tristan Farnon in 'All Creatures Great and Small'.

What was the name of the country where 'All Creatures Great and Small' was set?

'All Creatures Great and Small' was set in the Yorkshire Dales, England.

What was the primary profession of the main characters in 'All Creatures Great and Small'?

The main characters in 'All Creatures Great and Small' were veterinarians.

What types of animals did the veterinarians in 'All Creatures Great and Small' mostly treat?

The veterinarians in 'All Creatures Great and Small' mostly treated farm animals such as cows, horses, and sheep.

What was the name of James Herriot's wife in 'All Creatures Great and Small'?

Helen Alderson was the name of James Herriot's wife in 'All Creatures Great and Small'.

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