1985 Special (25 Dec. 1985)

Several years have passed since the 1983 special. Sister Rose calls James to rescue an abandoned dog trapped in a bog, who turns out to have a serious illness. Tristan appears in Darrowby ... See full summary »

Director:

Peter Moffatt

Writers:

James Herriot (books), Johnny Byrne

Stars:

Christopher Timothy, Robert Hardy, Peter Davison

Cast

Episode cast overview, first billed only:
Christopher Timothy	...	James Herriot
Robert Hardy	...	Siegfried Farnon
Peter Davison	...	Tristan Farnon
Carol Drinkwater	...	Helen / Helen Herriot
Oliver Wilson	...	Jimmy Herriot
Rebecca Smith	...	Rosie Herriot
Irene Sutcliffe	...	Sister Rose
John Woodvine	...	Mr. Mount
Paul Gee	...	Fu Manchu
Judy Wilson	...	Mrs. Greenlaw
Judi Maynard	...	Debbie Mount
Graham Rigby	...	Mr. Ripley
Tony Capstick	...	Clem Hudson
Nigel Collins	...	Dick Hudson
James Tear	...	Herbert Hudson

Storyline

Several years have passed since the 1983 special. Sister Rose calls James to rescue an abandoned dog trapped in a bog, who turns out to have a serious illness. Tristan appears in Darrowby escorting Debbie Mount to church. Mr. Mount is impressed with Tristan's improved character but the Herriots are skeptical.

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Plot Keywords:

based on novel

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama

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Details

Country:

UK Australia

Language:

English

Release Date:

25 December 1985 (UK)

Filming Locations:

King's Head Hotel, Market Place, Richmond, North Yorkshire, England, UK

Company Credits

Production Co:

British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

90 min

Color:

Color

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