The numerous adventures of a friendly staff at a country veterinarian practice in 1930s to 1940s Yorkshire. A remake of the 1978-1990 series. Taken from the autobiographical books by James Herriot.
Critics Of "All Creatures Great and Small - Season 1"
The Arts Desk
September 03, 2020
This elegantly-mounted revival is a partnership between Channel 5 and PBS in the States, and judging from this opening episode it has the potential to pick up where its much-loved predecessor left off.
Who's it for, this show? Those for whom the words "Ow do, vitnry!" (translation: greetings, veterinary!) still have the power of a magic spell -- or, perhaps, a sleeping tablet -- will be disappointed.