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Young James Herriot

Young James Herriot

Young James Herriot is a three-part British television drama based on the early life of veterinary surgeon James Herriot. It features Iain de Caestecker as the title character following his arrival at veterinary college, alongside Amy Manson and Ben Lloyd-Hughes as fellow students Whirly Tyson and Rob McAloon. Directed by Michael Keillor and written by Ann McManus and Eileen Gallagher, it was a Koco Drama production for the BBC which first aired on BBC One in December 2011.

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StatusEnded
Original NameYoung James Herriot
First Air DateDecember 18, 2011
Last Air DateDecember 20, 2011
Seasons1
Episodes3
Episode Runtime1h 0min
LanguageEnglish
Original LanguageEnglish
Production Countries
Production Companies
NetworksBBC One
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Episode 3

Jenny's parents' fascist sympathies are a cause for concern for Richie when James takes a job at their kennels. Whirly's future at the college comes under threat, and James faces a stark choice that could change the direction of his life.

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