How to watch All Creatures Great and Small Season 4 for free

All Creatures Great and Small is officially back this week for its fourth season! Find out everything we know about season 4 below...

29/09/2023

Set in the late 1930s and based on the much-loved novels by James Herriot (Alf Wight), this new Channel 5 adaptation went down a treat when the first series was released in 2020, topping off with a Christmas special. The period drama follows the memoirs of Alf Wight, under the pseudonym James Herriot and follows his adventurous vet life in the small Yorkshire village of Darrowby.

All Creatures Great and Small continues to be a heartwarming and compelling television series, with Season 4 bringing new plot threads and challenges for the beloved characters. The show explores the difficulties of life during World War II, a time when families were separated, and resources were scarce.

In the previous Christmas special, the series delved into the impact of the war, with the arrival of an evacuee in Darrowby and Mrs. Hall contemplating a life away from her cherished friend Gerald. These storylines are expected to influence events in Season 4, among other developments.

What we know about All Creatures Great and Small season 4:

The new season is set in 1940, with Winston Churchill taking office and tensions rising in Europe. James and Helen are now happily married, while Tristan is away serving in the Royal Army Veterinary Corps. This prompts James and Siegfried to bring in some extra help to manage their veterinary practice, leading to potential friction with the new additions.

The season promises to maintain the warmth and humor that has made the series so successful. The producers and cast are excited to continue adapting the joyful and life-affirming stories of James Herriot in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales.

Fans can expect more heartwarming moments, humourous animal antics, and the enduring spirit of the Darrowby community as they navigate the challenges of wartime England.

Who’s in All Creatures Great and Small season 3?

Nicholas Ralph as James Herriot, the main protagonist.
Rachel Shenton (White Gold, Hollyoaks) as Helen Alderson, a local farmer.
Samiel West as Siegfried Farnon, the owner of Skeldale House and James’ mentor.
Anna Madeley as Mrs Hall, the matriarch of Skeldale House.
Patricia Hodge as Mrs. Pumphrey
Imogen Clawson as Jenny Alderson
Tony Pitts as Richard Alderson
Will Thorp as Gerald Hamond
Cleo Sylvestre MBE as Anne Chapman
Notably, Callum Woodhouse, who played Tristan, is absent this season due to his character's call-up for the war effort. New cast members include Neve McIntosh, James Anthony-Rose, Paul Copley, James Bolam MBE, and Sam Retford.
And, most importantly, Derek the dog (Tricki Woo)

Freesat was lucky enough to interview Nicholas Ralph and Rachel Shenton just before the release of series 1. Take a look at our exclusive interviews with the two stars to find out more about their characters and feelings about taking on these iconic roles.

Check out the official trailer for All Creature Great and Small season 4 below:

How to watch All Creatures Great and Small season 4 for free

It’s easy! If you’re a fan of watching stuff live, turn on Channel 5 on Thursday 5th October at 9pm for episode 1, and if you’re more of a streamer, head to the My5 app to catch up thereafter. PLUS you can binge watch season 1-3 right now on My5 – what are you waiting for?

At times emotional and always heartfelt, All Creatures Great and Small series 4 is on Channel 5 every Thursday at 9pm, and will also be available to watch on My5. Tune in to enjoy the stories of both the animals and the people of Darrowby, and stay tuned for more telly news from Freesat.