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Year
2020
Age rating
TV-14
Seasons
7 seasons · 48 episodes
Countries
United Kingdom
Genres
Drama Comedy
Production
Director
Colin Callender
Starring
Nicholas Ralph, Samuel West, Anna Madeley

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About the series

The series follows young veterinarian James Herriot, who moves to the Yorkshire Dales in the 1930s to work at the veterinary practice run by brothers Siegfried and Tristan Farnon. His days are filled with treating animals of all kinds, from beloved pets to farm livestock, often in unpredictable and challenging circumstances. As James settles into his new life, he becomes part of the local community while navigating the demands of veterinary work, complicated relationships, and the everyday challenges of rural life.

Seasons & episodes

Season 1

2020 · 7 episodes

As new veterinarian James Herriot gets to know his new family at Skeldale House—his erratic boss Siegfried Farnon, his wayward brother Tristan and the shrewd housekeeper Mrs Hall—he is also drawn to local farmer’s daughter Helen Alderson.

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    You've Got to Dream

    01 Sep 2020 48 min

    Fresh out of veterinary college in 1937, James Herriot struggles to find work in his Depression-struck home town of Glasgow. Seeking new opportunities, he pursues a position in the remote village of Darrowby working for eccentric local vet Siegfried Farnon, who is less than impressed by his early efforts. However, a difficult calving gives James a chance to prove his worth.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    Another Farnon?

    08 Sep 2020 44 min

    Skeldale House descends into chaos with the arrival of Siegfried's wayward brother Tristan. Helen provides James with a reason to stay in the Dales.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    Andante

    15 Sep 2020 44 min

    Tristan sets about collecting debts owed to the surgery and takes a shine to Maggie, the new barmaid at The Drovers. Siegfried hopes to bag the job of Attending Vet at Darrowby Racecourse, by buttering up the head of the race course, General Ransom. When the favourite to win on the race day is diagnosed with a inoperable condition, James has his first painful experience.

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    A Tricki Case

    22 Sep 2020 44 min

    James is forced to take in Mrs Pumphrey's pampered Pekingese. Tristan prepares to return to university, but needs Siegfried's help to pay for his accommodation, but Siegfried insists he must first prove he is serious about being a vet. James treats the Aldersons' prize bull, and Helen rewards his efforts with some unusual home baking.

  5. Still from episode 5
    E05

    All's Fair

    29 Sep 2020 44 min

    It's the Darrowby Show and James is pleased as punch that he has been given the honour of Attending Vet. But Siegfried and Tristan know the job is a poisoned chalice and reckon James won't last the day without throwing in the towel.

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    A Cure for All Ills

    06 Oct 2020 44 min

    James' workload doubles when Siegfried takes ill during a harsh winter. Mrs Hall discovers it is James' birthday, and Tristan tries his best to cheer him up by arranging a double date. Season finale.

  7. Still from episode 7
    E07

    The Night Before Christmas

    22 Dec 2020 58 min

    James is trying to bury his pain over Helen and has invited his new girlfriend Connie to the annual Skeldale Christmas party. As the house fills with locals, James receives a call from a man who wants help with his dog who is giving birth.

Season 2

2021 · 7 episodes

As series two opens, three months have passed since the events of the first series. A trip back home to Glasgow presents James with a dilemma that will mean choosing between the people he loves. As Helen and James navigate their feelings for one another, Siegfried, Tristan, and Mrs Hall are also forced to consider their places in the world, while James must ultimately decide between duty and love.

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    Where the Heart Is

    16 Sep 2021 45 min

    It’s spring in 1938, and a trip back home to Glasgow presents James Herriot with a dilemma that will mean choosing between the people he loves when he is offered a position at his old mentor's forward-thinking practice.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    Semper Progrediens

    23 Sep 2021 45 min

    With Tristan's encouragement, James asks Helen if she'd like to go to the local spring dance. But village resident Gerald's arrival with his injured dog, Rock, puts a spanner in the works. Meanwhile, Tristan worries that Siegfried is in danger of losing his edge.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    We Can But Hope

    30 Sep 2021 45 min

    The fate of a struggling young widow causes difficulties for James and Helen's burgeoning romance. Meanwhile, Siegfried has another scheme to whip Tristan into shape, and a visit from Tricki Woo causes chaos in Skeldale House.

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    Many Happy Returns

    07 Oct 2021 45 min

    It's an important day for Tristan in more ways than one, as he celebrates his birthday and Siegfried gives him new responsibilities as a vet. Tristan has to withstand the pressure and succeed in the challenge set by his older brother before returning to Skeldale for his birthday festivities. Meanwhile, Mrs Hall reminds James that he needs to tell Helen some home truths.

  5. Still from episode 5
    E05

    The Last Man In

    14 Oct 2021 45 min

    When a familiar face from Helen's past returns to Darrowby, James worries that he has to vie for her attention and steps up to compete against them at Mrs Pumphrey's annual cricket match. The rest of Skeldale House are apprehensive as the game can be brutal. Siegfried tries his best to train James and get a reluctant Tristan to step in, but it's not looking good for their Darrowby Eleven team.

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    Home Truths

    21 Oct 2021 45 min

    As Chamberlain heads to meet with Hitler in Munich, James prepares to face his parents and give them some difficult news. Meanwhile, James's agenda is derailed by an emergency with the Alderson's pregnant mare, Candy.

  7. Still from episode 7
    E07

    The Perfect Christmas

    24 Dec 2021 52 min

    James and Helen spend their first Christmas together, but must agree on where to spend it. Despite all seeming idyllic, the vets are troubled as Tricki Woo is sick.

Season 3

2022 · 7 episodes

Season 3 begins in spring 1939 as James and Helen prepare to walk down the aisle. James will have a new wife and a new stake in the business to think of. Helen also faces new challenges, not least of them letting go of her old life. Tristan, having passed his exams at long last, must now face the world as a qualified vet. Mrs. Hall may be ready to open up to affection beyond her work family…and cricket. As war with Germany looms on the horizon, Siegfried contends with painful memories of his own experiences during the First World War.

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    Second Time Lucky

    15 Sep 2022 45 min

    It is now spring 1939 and a potential world war looms. Tristan is now a qualified vet, while James enters a new stage of his life with Helen and at the practice. After being made joint business partner by Siegfried, James pushes to take on more responsibility via the Ministry of Agriculture's new bovine TB testing scheme, but its unexpected challenges risk pushing him to breaking point.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    Honeymoon's Over

    22 Sep 2022 44 min

    Everyone is trying to get along as best they can in the face of changes at Skeldale House. Helen has moved into the bedsit upstairs with James. James struggles to get Siegfried to let him take the reins now that he is a junior partner, and the pair clash when he learns how much money Skeldale could make from the Ministry of Agriculture’s lucrative bovine TB testing scheme.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    Surviving Siegfried

    29 Sep 2022 44 min

    Siegfried receives some difficult news and becomes even more irascible than usual. The perfect distraction comes along in the form of Major Sebright Saunders, who asks Siegfried to look at a difficult young racehorse called River.

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    What a Balls Up!

    06 Oct 2022 45 min

    James is finally succeeding with the farmers’ uptake of the Ministry of Agriculture’s TB testing scheme, but is struggling with the complicated paperwork - a fact that he is keen to keep from Siegfried. Tristan decides that he is outgrowing running the small animal surgery and buys a car to help with errands at the practice, which also provides him with transport for taking Florence, the daughter of Siegfried’s rival, George Pandhi, out on a date.

  5. Still from episode 5
    E05

    Edward

    13 Oct 2022 45 min

    Siegfried and Tristan are left in charge of Skeldale House, when Mrs Hall takes time off to meet up with an important person from her past. Siegfried immediately puts Tristan in charge of housekeeping duties and focuses on running the practice and educating a visiting work experience boy named Andrew Simmonds.

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    For Whom the Bell Tolls

    20 Oct 2022 49 min

    The Skeldale House regulars think about what matters to them most when the radio reports that Britain is standing on the brink of war. As everyone processes the news, James discovers a case of TB at Heston Grange. Richard begs him not to report it or the farm will be shut down and he could lose his livelihood.

  7. Still from episode 7
    E07

    Merry Bloody Christmas

    23 Dec 2022 49 min

    It’s Christmas in Darrowby and everyone is trying to make the most of things while the world is at war. A young guest brings some wonder, mischief and cheer to Skeldale House while everyone waits for important news. When Mrs Pumphrey heralds the arrival of a kitten in need of extra care. Siegfried is asked to pay a visit to an injured River just before a big race.

Season 4

2023 · 7 episodes

Picking up in springtime of 1940 with change on the horizon for everyone in Skeldale House. James and Helen wonder when the right time might be to start a family, not knowing whether or not James will be called up to serve in the RAF. Tristan's absence is felt by all, but no one more than Siegfried who attempts to hold the growing household, and himself, together as he braves this new world. Mrs Hall and Helen's friendship blossoms as they look to the future and new trainee veterinary student Richard Carmody arrives, causing complications in the house.

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    Broodiness

    05 Oct 2023 46 min

    It’s Easter 1940 and, with Tristan away, Skeldale House is busier than ever. Everyone looks to the future, and James tries to save a dog from its owner.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    Carpe Diem

    12 Oct 2023 45 min

    Siegfried hires an experienced bookkeeper, but her efficient approach doesn’t suit everyone. James and Helen arrive at a big decision, and a ferret presents a challenge for the practice.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    Right Hand Man

    19 Oct 2023 45 min

    When new vet Richard Carmody joins the practice, James feels his place by Siegfried’s side is threatened. Conflicts come to the surface at Mrs Pumphrey’s community tea party.

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    By the Book

    26 Oct 2023 45 min

    James and Helen are keeping a secret, and following a visit to the Crabtree’s Farm, Carmody is challenged with learning how to be a vet outside of his books. The new farmers have a worrying illness amongst their herd and James wants to help them in any way he can.

  5. Still from episode 5
    E05

    Papers

    02 Nov 2023 44 min

    The war is getting closer, James is about to embark on a new journey. He desperately wants things in order and Carmody trained up to support Siegfried. But James is frustrated at Carmody’s inability to drive and he keeps missing opportunities to spend precious time with Helen.

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    The Home Front

    08 Nov 2023 45 min

    Helen feels redundant at Skeldale, and buried family secrets threaten to tear their relationship apart as Richard refuses to let her muck in on the farm. Helen notices that calf Smokey seems unwell and tries to help him, but it only makes things worse with her dad.

  7. Still from episode 7
    E07

    On a Wing and a Prayer

    21 Dec 2023 49 min

    An emotional phone call with a very pregnant Helen makes James determined to get back to her, but he doesn't have many options, and RAF mascot Georgie needs his help. Meanwhile, Mrs Hall prepares a community Christmas celebration in Darrowby, while Siegfried and Carmody argue over who will be Father Christmas.

Season 5

2024 · 7 episodes

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    To All Our Boys

    19 Sep 2024 50 min

    With World War II underway, Siegfried takes up the slack at the surgery. James faces an uncertain future when he is grounded at the RAF. Mrs Hall and Helen consider their contribution within the community, and Carmody is eager to step up.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    Holding the Baby

    26 Sep 2024 48 min

    James needs a crash course for fatherhood. Mrs Hall referees between Siegfried and her new boss, Mr Bosworth, as they fall out over some of Mr Bosworth's safety tactics. Helen is concerned about the influence of Jenny's new friend Doris.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    Homecoming

    03 Oct 2024 50 min

    Everyone is determined to make Jimmy’s christening day special, while Siegfried is unimpressed when called up to Biggins’ farm.

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    Uninvited Guests

    10 Oct 2024 50 min

    Tristan and Carmody can't see eye to eye, but a quest to Pumphrey Manor might just bring them together. Helen tries to support James when unresolved feelings resurface.

  5. Still from episode 5
    E05

    Pair Bond

    17 Oct 2024 50 min

    After receiving outstanding exam results, Carmody is offered a position in a research program in London, but he wants to stay at Skeldale. An exhilarated Mr Bosworth summons Mrs Hall to examine a piece of debris that has dropped from a plane into a remote field.

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    Glass Half Full

    24 Oct 2024 50 min

    James starts to behave out of character while examining Tricki, and his health takes a turn for the worst. Meanwhile, Siegfried, needing an extra hand in Carmody's absence, recruits a reluctant Tristan to help.

  7. Still from episode 7
    E07

    All God's Creatures

    23 Dec 2024 57 min

    Mrs Hall's world is rocked by bad news. Meanwhile, Tristan is given a special wartime mission involving pigeons, and the house readies to celebrate Jimmy's birthday.

Season 6

2025 · 7 episodes

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    Gathering the Flock

    25 Sep 2025 50 min

    May 1945, and things look very different at Skeldale House as James is struggling with a wild and chaotic Siegfried. When Tristan returns from war and is shocked to see the shift in his brother, he and James decide to take action. But there's also some good news around the corner for everyone.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    Old Dog, New Tricks

    02 Oct 2025 44 min

    James is exhausted running between Heston and Skeldale, and to make matters worse, he's often finding himself on the wrong side of Richard Alderson, who is miffed about the muddy floor. Meanwhile, Mrs Hall and Herriot are curious about what Siegfried's been up to when James finds him wandering home after a night out.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    Captain Farnon?

    09 Oct 2025 45 min

    A memorial service is held in Darrowby to honour the war's fallen soldiers and Tristan tries to hide his emotion. He's keen to go for a drink with Siegfried, but finds himself at the bottom of his priorities. Meanwhile, James tells Mrs. Pumphrey not to give up hope in her quest to find a mate for Tricki, and plans a date night to get some time with Helen.

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    Jenny Wren

    16 Oct 2025 44 min

    Helen is thrilled when Jenny gets exciting news and sets about getting her sister prepared for a big move, but soon realises neither of them are ready for it. Mrs Hall asks for time off for her granddaughter's birthday in Sunderland, and Siegfried starts to panic.

  5. Still from episode 5
    E05

    Fixes

    23 Oct 2025 45 min

    James is worried about the practice finances, but it falls on deaf ears when he tries to discuss the matter with Siegfried. Herriot decides to take on the role of attending vet at Hensfield dog track to earn extra money. Meanwhile, Tristan visits Mrs Ainsley, who has an aggressive parrot called George.

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    Our Hearts Are Full

    30 Oct 2025 46 min

    Tristan and Charlotte enjoy a romantic picnic at Beauvoir Manor, but they are aware that his leave is almost over meaning he will have to return to war soon. James checks in at Heston Grange and meets Richard's new farmhand, Butch Fielding. Richard admits he's had the new telephone off the hook because he keeps getting nuisance calls.

  7. Still from episode 7
    E07

    Comfort and Joy

    24 Dec 2025 55 min

    It’s Christmas 1945, the first peacetime Christmas after the war. With Helen feeling under the weather, it’s fallen on James to take on the Darrowby Nativity play. Siegfried is back at Mrs Stokes’s Farm to see Hilda the goat, who’s been up to more mischief. Mrs Hall is keen to enter the Drovers' darts competition and scoop the first prize: a fresh turkey.

Season 7

2026 · 6 episodes

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    Back to School

    17 Sep 2026

    It is 1946, and with the war finally over, a new vet in town threatens the status quo. James is stumped over a cat's mystery illness, while Helen embraces the future over tradition. As Jimmy prepares to start school, everyone pitches in to help.

  2. E02

    The Friesians Are Coming!

    24 Sep 2026

    Helen hopes Heston's new Friesian cows will boost milk yields, but Richard remains unconvinced. Siegfried's modernisation plans upset the traditionalist Hollins family when their sow needs help, while his Dorothy-inspired good mood amuses Tristan. At the Women's Institute, Mrs Hall, Mrs Pumphrey and Maggie consider ways to support their community.

  3. E03

    The Owl and the Pussycats

    01 Oct 2026

    Skeldale is a whirlwind of activity as Siegfried tries to compete with Granville Bennett, but can James cope with his new system? Charlotte requests Tristan's veterinary help with some wild cats that she's become fond of at Beauvoir Manor. When he brings the felines back to the surgery to treat them, Siegfried wonders if Tristan needs romantic advice.

  4. E04

    Episode 4

    08 Oct 2026

  5. E05

    Episode 5

    15 Oct 2026

  6. E06

    Episode 6

    22 Oct 2026

Specials

2021 · 4 episodes

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    Between the Pages

    15 Aug 2021 50 min

    Get to know the cast and creators. Savor the best moments from the first season, including Dame Diana Rigg in her final role as Mrs. Pumphrey, and look ahead to what might happen in Season 2.

  2. E02

    The Next Chapter

    19 Aug 2022

    Go behind-the-scenes of the hit series about the world’s favorite veterinarian and his menagerie of animal patients. Interviews with cast members, creators and those who work with the animals provide fascinating background.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    Yorkshire Vet Special

    21 Dec 2023 44 min

    With exclusive behind the scenes access to the film set and studios, Yorkshire Vets Peter Wright and Shona Searson visit the hit drama.

  4. E04

    Behind the Scenes of the Christmas Special 2025

    24 Dec 2025

Questions and answers

How many seasons and episodes does “All Creatures Great & Small” have?

7 seasons, 48 episodes.

When did “All Creatures Great & Small” premiere?

Premiere: 1 September 2020.

Who stars in “All Creatures Great & Small”?

Starring: Nicholas Ralph, Samuel West, Anna Madeley.

What age rating does “All Creatures Great & Small” have?

Age rating: TV-14.

Who directed “All Creatures Great & Small”?

Director: Colin Callender.

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