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Episode 1

Season 1 Episode 1 | 53m 05s

The series features James Herriot’s adventures as a veterinarian in 1930’s Yorkshire in a glorious new adaptation in a series based on his internationally celebrated books. Nicholas Ralph makes his television debut as the iconic vet who became renowned for his inspiring humor, compassion and love of life.

Aired: 01/09/21 | Expires: 12/23/24
Funding for MASTERPIECE is provided by Viking and Raymond James with additional support from public television viewers and contributors to The MASTERPIECE Trust, created to help ensure the series’ future.
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Skeldale House prepares for Christmas and Jimmy's first birthday.
Tristan may be settling back into life in Darrowby, but will he return to work?
Tristan’s first meeting with Carmody doesn’t go quite to plan.
Jimmy’s Christening day is interrupted by the arrival of a surprise visitor.
Skeldale House is abuzz with excitement for baby Jimmy's christening.
The cast and their characters alike celebrate the return of Callum Woodhouse, aka Tristan Farnon!
James gets a crash course from Helen on taking care of Jimmy before bringing him along to work.
Baby Jimmy joins James and Carmody on their rounds.
The cast describe what the addition of baby Jimmy has been like for Skeldale House.
Nicholas Ralph, Anna Madeley, and more discuss the impact the war has on the Darrowby community.
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Skeldale House prepares for Christmas and Jimmy's first birthday.
James has a bout of brucellosis, bringing long buried emotions to the surface.
Carmody gets an exciting opportunity, leaving Siegfried wondering whether he’s holding him back.
Tristan’s first meeting with Carmody doesn’t go quite to plan.
Jimmy’s Christening day is interrupted by the arrival of a surprise visitor.
Baby Jimmy joins James and Carmody on their rounds.
A medical scare keeps James’ feet firmly on the ground.
James tries to get home for Christmas and Skeldale House prepares for a new arrival.
When Richard Alderson needs some help, Helen returns to Heston Grange.
With the war feeling closer to home, James wants things in order and Carmody trained.