The BBC has rejected the possibility of showing the remake of All Creatures Great and Small which was a huge audience success for Channel 5
The popular book was first adapted as a film starring Sir Anthony Hopkins in 1975 The BBC series then premiered in 1978 and became a huge hit with a total of 90 episodes before end in 1990
In early September, Channel 5’s highly anticipated All Creatures Great and Small reboot, which follows the escapades of veterinarian James Herriot, debuted The first episode of the remake was watched by 33 million people – top ratings of Channel 5 for five years
Critics and fans alike enjoyed the 1930s drama that Channel 5 airs on Tuesday nights Many viewers are eager to see a second series of the All Creatures Great and Small remake
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The Times reports that the BBC had the first refusal, but would only commit to doing so to one pilot – despite the success of the original series
Sir Colin Callender, of the production company Playground, said he then approached Channel 5 He said: “They [the BBC] were wondering if it would target a younger audience and if the show may or may not emerge from the shadows of the first series »
The new series of All Creatures Great and Small, filmed across Yorkshire, will end soon and the future looks bright for the series There is a Christmas special on the horizon and plans are in place for a second series
Channel 5 Director of Programs Ben Frow gave us the latest news on the sequel to All Creatures Great and Small
Behind the scenes of the All Creatures Great and Small TV show as the Yorkshire village is transported to the 1930s
“Whatever happens we’ll do it again,” Ben promised “I think it’s a big part of our portfolio and I think it’s something we should have among our drama mix and I am very proud of it «
We’ll let you know more about the plans for the second series of the All Creatures Great and Small remake when we have more information
Channel 5, All Creatures Big and Small, James Herriot, Nicholas Ralph
World News – GB – BBC has rejected All Creatures Big and Small with a show for the second series
