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All Creatures Great and Small

Original title: All Creatures Great & Small
  • TV Series
  • 1978–19901978–1990
  • GG
  • 50m
IMDb RATING
8.4/10
3.2K
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POPULARITY
1,330
63
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Peter Davison, Robert Hardy, and Christopher Timothy in All Creatures Great & Small (1978)
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The trials and misadventures of the staff of a country veterinary office in Yorkshire from the 1930s to the 1950s.The trials and misadventures of the staff of a country veterinary office in Yorkshire from the 1930s to the 1950s.The trials and misadventures of the staff of a country veterinary office in Yorkshire from the 1930s to the 1950s.

IMDb RATING
8.4/10
3.2K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
1,330
63
  • Stars
    • Christopher Timothy
    • Robert Hardy
    • Peter Davison
Top credits
  • Stars
    • Christopher Timothy
    • Robert Hardy
    • Peter Davison
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 30User reviews
    • 6Critic reviews
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    • Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy
      • 1 win & 3 nominations total

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    Christopher Timothy in All Creatures Great & Small (1978)
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    Christopher Timothy in All Creatures Great & Small (1978)
    Carol Drinkwater and Christopher Timothy in All Creatures Great & Small (1978)
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    Christopher Timothy
    Christopher Timothy
    • James Herriotas James Herriot
    90 episodes90 eps • 1978–1990
    Robert Hardy
    Robert Hardy
    • Siegfried Farnonas Siegfried Farnon
    90 episodes90 eps • 1978–1990
    Peter Davison
    Peter Davison
    • Tristan Farnonas Tristan Farnon
    65 episodes65 eps • 1978–1990
    Lynda Bellingham
    Lynda Bellingham
    • Helen Herriotas Helen Herriot
    47 episodes47 eps • 1988–1990
    Mary Hignett
    Mary Hignett
    • Mrs. Hallas Mrs. Hall…
    40 episodes40 eps • 1978–1980
    Carol Drinkwater
    Carol Drinkwater
    • Helenas Helen…
    39 episodes39 eps • 1978–1985
    John McGlynn
    John McGlynn
    • Calum Buchananas Calum Buchanan
    24 episodes24 eps • 1988–1989
    Margaretta Scott
    Margaretta Scott
    • Mrs. Pumphreyas Mrs. Pumphrey…
    17 episodes17 eps • 1978–1990
    Tricki Woo
    Tricki Woo
    • Dogas Dog
    16 episodes16 eps • 1978–1990
    Andrea Gibb
    Andrea Gibb
    • Deirdre McEwanas Deirdre McEwan…
    14 episodes14 eps • 1988–1989
    John Sharp
    John Sharp
    • Mr. Bigginsas Mr. Biggins…
    13 episodes13 eps • 1978–1990
    Teddy Turner
    Teddy Turner
    • Hodgekinas Hodgekin…
    13 episodes13 eps • 1978–1990
    Oliver Wilson
    Oliver Wilson
    • Jimmy Herriotas Jimmy Herriot
    13 episodes13 eps • 1985–1988
    Rebecca Smith
    Rebecca Smith
    • Rosie Herriotas Rosie Herriot…
    13 episodes13 eps • 1985–1988
    Jean Heywood
    Jean Heywood
    • Mrs Altonas Mrs Alton
    12 episodes12 eps • 1990
    Peter Martin
    Peter Martin
    • Handshawas Handshaw…
    10 episodes10 eps • 1978–1990
    James Grout
    James Grout
    • Granville Bennettas Granville Bennett…
    6 episodes6 eps • 1978–1990
    Judy Wilson
    Judy Wilson
    • Mrs. Greenlawas Mrs. Greenlaw
    6 episodes6 eps • 1985–1988
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    Storyline

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    James Herriot is a vet in Yorkshire, England, during the late 1930s and 1940's. He gets a job at the practice of Siegfried Farnon, who (together with his mischievous brother Tristan) already have a successful business. James undergoes a variety of adventures during his work, which are just as often caused by the characters of the county (including the Farnon brothers) as the animals in his care. —Murray Chapman <muzzle@cs.uq.oz.au>
    1940syorkshire englandpetmedical practiceveterinary surgeon7 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Genres
      • Comedy
      • Drama
    • Certificate
      • G
    • Parents guide

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    • Trivia
      Alf Wight (the real James Herriot) initially stipulated that all the incidents in the TV series had to be closely based on those in his books. By the end of Season 3, all of Wight's books had been televised, and it was thought that the series would have to end. However producer Bill Sellars persuaded Wight to let the scriptwriters devise new stories as long as the scripts were approved by him and remained faithful to the spirit of his books.
    • Quotes

      Tristan Farnon: [said frequently] You're out of your *mind*, Siegfried!

    • Connections
      Featured in Comic Relief: The Invasion of the Comic Tomatoes (1993)
    • Soundtracks
      Piano Parchment
      (opening theme)

      Composed by Johnny Pearson

    User reviews30

    Review
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    Brings back good memories
    I saw this TV series during a 3-year stay in the UK (father's work), when it was first aired. I was going through kindergarten/primary school at the time. Absolutely loved it! That may be more of a personal memory and less of a 'review', but the simple fact that this is one of the few things I remember so well must account for something...

    The starting tune never fails to bring a smile on my face. Good acting from the main character, James Herriot. I saw an episode not too long ago and I must say, the series hasn't lost it charm after all these years. It's seem almost timeless, which in my opinion is one of the best compliments possible. The scenery in the series is breathtakingly beautiful and the stories are charming, entertaining and very 'feelgood'. Good memories!
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    • Aug 8, 2006

    FAQ2

    • Since Siegfried and Tristan are brothers . just who is "Mother"?
    • Why was there a gap in the transmission of the first series?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • January 8, 1978 (United Kingdom)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Der Doktor und das liebe Vieh
    • Filming locations
      • Langthwaite, Richmond, North Yorkshire, England, UK
    • Production companies
      • British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)
      • A+E Networks
      • Australian Broadcasting Commission
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      50 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Mono
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

    Related news

    All Creatures Great and Small: Season Two? C5 and PBS in Talks to Continue Series
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    Jul 31TVSeriesFinale.com
    ‘All Creatures Great and Small’: C5 & PBS In Talks On Second Season Of Playground-Produced Drama – TCA
    ‘All Creatures Great and Small’: C5 & PBS In Talks On Second Season Of Playground-Produced Drama – TCA
    Jul 29Deadline Film + TV

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