As of July 2026, All Creatures Great and Small Season 3 aired in 1979 with 14 episodes — streaming now on Britbox Apple TV Channel . Full episode guide and where to watch below.
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All Creatures Great and Small Season 3

1979 14 Episodes Comedy · Drama ⭐ 8/10

Right now you can watch All Creatures Great and Small Season 3 on and — and it is funnier than its reputation suggests. A compact run that never overstays its welcome. Its 8/10 TMDB score, built from 49 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. Robert Hardy is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Available now — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, All Creatures Great and Small Season 3 earns its spot. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate All Creatures Great and Small Season 3 from the crowd. Season 3 of All Creatures Great and Small includes 14 episodes. It aired from December 1979 to April 1980. This season stars Robert Hardy, Christopher Timothy and Carol Drinkwater. Robert Hardy and Christopher Timothy lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 1979. All Creatures Great and Small Season 3 earns its laughs from character rather than situation, which is why it does not wear thin the way pure farce tends to. The hit rate here is high enough that skipping ahead never feels like an option.

For viewers who want something light without wanting something stupid, All Creatures Great and Small Season 3 respects your intelligence. It does not lean on comparisons to make its case. Short enough to finish in a weekend, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Robert Hardy is funny in a way that holds up on rewatch. Put it on when you need something guaranteed to land.

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🎬 All Creatures Great and Small Season 3 — Episode Guide

E1
Plenty to Grouse About
1979-12-29
James is busy with tuberculin testing but is summoned to the Ministry of Agriculture when the test results don't quite add up. Siegfried has to deal with a dog owner who only believes in strict discipline in dealing with his dog. He also has to deal with dying sheep, but the owners may not have the ...
E2
Charity Begins at Home
1980-01-05
Siegfried bumps into Mr. Beresford, the manager of the local bank whose dog behaves badly in the car. Tristan woos the lovely Marjorie Simpson and Siegfried meets Sarah Raworth. James treats the elderly Mr. Bailey's dog who has developed a bad case of bronchitis and Siegfried criticizes James when h...
E3
Every Dog Has His Day
1980-01-12
Mr. Biggins tells James about his cowhand, Ned Finch, who goes drinking every night and is drawn to the bright lights of the big city. All James ever sees is an amiable fellow having a quiet drink in his local pub. Mrs. Hall is all aflutter with the visit of Mr. Barge, the loquacious pharmaceutical ...
E4
Hair of the Dog
1980-01-19
Tristan and Siegfried meet Roddy, a hobo and his dog who are passing through the area. Mrs. Hall needs to visit sick relatives for a few days and Tristan is assigned chief cook and bottle washer. He also has to do the spring cleaning, cook the meals and put in his time in the surgery. Siegfried is l...
E5
If Wishes Were Horses
1980-01-26
Tristan has had a rather late night and Siegfried takes him to task over his bad habits. Tristan announces that he has a steady girlfriend, Deborah Mount and will reform his wild ways. Turns out Deborah's father doesn't know anything about the relationship and may not approve. When he does hear of i...
E6
Pig in the Middle
1980-02-02
James and Helen are about to celebrate their first wedding anniversary and Tristan suggests to James that they go to the Harlequin, a modest restaurant that opened recently. It turns out to be anything but and is in fact one of the poshest restaurants in the area. Siegfried starts seeing Margery Ege...
E7
Be Prepared
1980-02-09
The possibility of war is on everyone's mind with Helen preparing for the privations ahead and Tristan tasked to tape the windows in the event of bombing. Siegfried decides that they should conserve food and heating by eating their meals together, but Mrs. Hall takes his instructions to economize a ...
E8
A Dying Breed
1980-02-16
The vets visit a modern dairy farm and are left to wonder who benefits from the cold efficiency. Miss Westerman returns with her dog Hamish and Tristan tries to avoid her, given that he misplaced her dog the last time she him in the vets' care. She is concerned at the rumors that all dogs will need ...
E9
Brink of Disaster
1980-02-23
Siegfried has become a bit horse shy given his recent experience with Dolly. James has to deal with the very unpleasant Ralph Beamish, an arrogant horse owner who continually ignores his advice. Siegfried visits a local pig farmer and fears his animals may be infected with foot and mouth disease. Mr...
E10
Home and Away
1980-03-01
Mrs. Hall is away visiting a cousin and James agrees to fill in for Stewie Brannon while he's on holidays. Siegfried and Tristan make the best of it but Tristan's culinary skills have not improved over the years. He does make an excellent bangers and mash, for every meal, everyday. James treats a se...
E11
Alarms and Excursions
1980-03-08
The Darrowby Bell Ringing Society is suspending its operations for the duration of the war and they have one, final "meeting" at the local pub. James and Tristan go to the bell tower with not unexpected results. The vets have to deal with a series of dog poisonings. They soon identify the farmer res...
E12
Matters of Life and Death
1980-03-15
James treats Paul Cotterell's dog Theo, who has been losing weight and is diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease. James recommends that Theo be put down and Paul agrees. James doesn't realize the impact this has on Paul and the tragic results that ensue. James meets Lord Hulton, a hard working farm owner ...
E13
Will to Live
1980-03-22
Siegfried takes Tristan to task for not mending a hole in the fence. Tristan announces that he now refuses to subject himself to Siegfried's tyranny but he is given 24 hours to mend the fence or face the consequences. Tristan tries to recruit James in his battle with Siegfried, but James will have n...
E14
Big Steps and Little 'Uns
1980-04-05
England is at war and the time has come for James and Siegfried to join their military units. Their last day at the practice is a busy one and James is repeatedly called out when he had hopes to spend a last, quiet evening at home with Helen. Siegfried surprises James with a small gift. Mrs. Hall al...

🎭 Cast of All Creatures Great and Small Season 3

Robert Hardy
Robert Hardy
Siegfried Farnon
Christopher Timothy
Christopher Timothy
James Herriot
Carol Drinkwater
Carol Drinkwater
Helen Herriot
Mary Hignett
Mary Hignett
Mrs. Hall
Peter Davison
Peter Davison
Tristan Farnon

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