All Creatures Great and Small
Synopsis
James Herriot is a vet in Yorkshire, England, during the 1930s. He is assigned to 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.
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Simon Ward
James Herriot
Anthony Hopkins
Siegfried Farnon
Lisa Harrow
Helen Alderson
Brian Stirner
Tristan Farnon
Freddie Jones
Cranford
T. P. McKenna
Soames
Brenda Bruce
Miss Harbottle
John Collin
Mr Alderson
Christine Buckley
Mrs Hall
Jane Collins
Connie
Fred Feast
Farmer in Cinema
Glynne Geldart
Joyce
Harold Goodwin
Dinsdale's Uncle
Doreen Mantle
Mrs Seaton
John Nettleton
Head Waiter
Daphne Oxenford
Mrs. Pumphrey
Bert Palmer
Mr. Dean
John Rees
Geoff Mallock
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 29, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Claude Whatham
- Screenplay & Story
- Hugh Whitemore
- Original Score
- Wilfred Josephs
- Original Title
- All Creatures Great and Small
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- EMI Films, Talent Associates
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Claude Whatham
Hugh Whitemore, James Herriot
Wilfred Josephs
Peter Suschitzky
Department Leadership Roster
Claude Whatham
Director
Hugh Whitemore
Screenplay
Wilfred Josephs
Original Music Composer
Peter Suschitzky
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About All Creatures Great and Small
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What is All Creatures Great and Small about?
James Herriot is a vet in Yorkshire, England, during the 1930s. He is assigned to 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.
Who directed All Creatures Great and Small?
All Creatures Great and Small was directed by Claude Whatham.
Who stars in All Creatures Great and Small?
The principal cast of All Creatures Great and Small includes Simon Ward, Anthony Hopkins, Lisa Harrow, Brian Stirner, Freddie Jones.
When was All Creatures Great and Small released and how long is it?
All Creatures Great and Small was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for All Creatures Great and Small?
The original motion picture soundtrack for All Creatures Great and Small was composed by Wilfred Josephs.
Is All Creatures Great and Small based on a book or true story?
All Creatures Great and Small is adapted from the following source material: Book: "James Herriot".