Get ready to return to the picturesque Yorkshire Dales, as the beloved series “All Creatures Great and Small” is gearing up for its highly anticipated fourth season. Fans of the show can mark their calendars because the official release date has been announced as well as the teaser trailer. The first episode of season 4 is set to premiere on Thursday, October 5, 2023, at 9 pm on Channel 5 and My5.
This heartwarming historical drama, based on the novels by Alf Wight written under the pen name James Herriot, will transport viewers back to Spring 1940. In this season, we’ll follow the lives of James and Helen, portrayed by Nicholas Ralph and Rachel Shenton respectively, who are contemplating starting a family. However, their plans are clouded by uncertainty as James faces the possibility of being called up to serve in the RAF.
The absence of Tristan is deeply felt by everyone, especially Siegfried, played by Samuel West, who takes on the responsibility of holding their growing household together. Complications arise with the arrival of trainee veterinary student Richard Carmody, portrayed by James Anthony-Rose (known for “Slow Horses”).
Another exciting addition to the cast is Neve McIntosh (from “Doctor Who”), who will bring the character of Miss Harbottle to life. Miss Harbottle is described as a highly efficient bookkeeper enlisted by Siegfried and James to lend an extra pair of hands around the practice.
Also returning to reprise their beloved roles are Anna Madeley as Mrs. Hall, Patricia Hodge as Mrs. Pumphrey, Tony Pitts as Richard Alderson, Imogen Clawson as Jenny Alderson, and Will Thorp as Gerald Hammond. Additionally, season 4 boasts an array of new guest stars, including Paul Copley, Cleo Sylvestre, James Bolam, and Sam Retford.
And for those wondering if there’s a trailer, the answer is a resounding “Yes!” While it mainly features sheep gallivanting about (which is par for the course in “All Creatures Great and Small”), it also includes some delightful, upbeat music that perfectly captures the essence of this heartwarming series.
So, mark your calendars and prepare for a heartwarming journey back to the Yorkshire Dales. “All Creatures Great and Small” season 4 is set to grace our screens on Thursday, October 5, 2023, at 9 pm on Channel 5 and My5. Don’t miss out on the heartwarming adventures of James Herriot and the captivating world of veterinary practice in the beautiful countryside.
For viewers in the US, you’ll have to wait a few months, but it has been confirmed that PBS will show season 4 on January 7, 2024, at 9 pm.
