I did a search both here and in the Lounge to see if there was a thread about this great show, based on the James Herriot books. This show is now in its 6th season, which makes it all the more surprising that there’s never been a discussion of it. It’s shown on PBS, and I just think it’s consistently good.
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February 19, 2026, 04:51 AM
marksman41
I prefer the original show from the 1970's. That series more accurately adheres to the books and the acting is, my opinion, more genuine - especially in the area of local characters.
February 19, 2026, 05:02 AM
mttaylor1066
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Originally posted by marksman41: I prefer the original show from the 1970's. That series more accurately adheres to the books and the acting is, my opinion, more genuine - especially in the area of local characters.
I agree 100%.
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February 19, 2026, 05:26 AM
Mustang-PaPa
I have watched all episodes of both series. Really liked the original series and it took a year or two for the new one to grow on me I am really enjoying it very much.
I have all the first series on DVD and the first two or three years of the second.
The British put out some really good series that I enjoy. Some I don’t.
February 19, 2026, 07:18 AM
RogueJSK
I haven't seen the show (either of them), but I read his first two or three semi-fictionalized memoir books several years back and enjoyed them. Nice light reading, and an interesting look inside both early-to-mid 20th century veterinary practices as well as rural British life. Fairly funny at times too.
February 19, 2026, 10:56 AM
PASig
My wife and her mother are avid watchers of this, they love it. I've watched a few episodes too.
I only found out recently that it's a remake of an earlier 1980's era series starring none other than Doctor Who's Peter Davison!
February 19, 2026, 10:58 AM
PASig
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Originally posted by marksman41: I prefer the original show from the 1970's. That series more accurately adheres to the books and the acting is, my opinion, more genuine - especially in the area of local characters.
That ran from 1978 to 1990 believe it or not!
February 19, 2026, 11:08 AM
6guns
My parents watched the original series religiously.
Wonder if the original series is still available to stream anywhere?This message has been edited. Last edited by: 6guns,
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February 19, 2026, 11:43 AM
PASig
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Originally posted by 6guns:
Wonder if the original series is still available to stream anywhere?
Looks like you can on BritBox, Amazon or The Roku Channel
February 19, 2026, 11:59 AM
6guns
^^^ Thanks, PASig!
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February 19, 2026, 01:42 PM
Gustofer
The first book I ever read cover to cover (Watership Down was the second). Might have to check this out.
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February 19, 2026, 07:14 PM
Valpo Fz
I enjoyed both series.
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February 21, 2026, 06:08 PM
sdf
I remember watching that show when I was quite young. I had no idea there was a new one.
