TV series · 2020 · Channel 5
Is All Creatures Great and Small based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. All Creatures Great and Small is based on the book All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot (1972).
The TV series premiered in 2020 on Channel 5.
The book behind All Creatures Great and Small
Common questions
Is All Creatures Great and Small based on a book?
Yes. All Creatures Great and Small is based on the book All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot (1972).
Who wrote the book All Creatures Great and Small is based on?
All Creatures Great and Small was written by James Herriot and first published in 1972.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read All Creatures Great and Small before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.