All Creatures Great & Small Season 7 & 8 greenlit by PBS Masterpiece - Here's all about the latest updates

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All Creatures Great & Small (Image Source: Prime Video)

Fans of comforting and heartwarming television have good news. The drama All Creatures Great & Small has earned strong support from its broadcasters. The show will return for two new seasons. Channel 5 in the UK and PBS Masterpiece in the US have approved Seasons 7 and 8.

This double renewal shows clear confidence in the stories from Darrowby and confirms that the series will stay on screens for years.

The drama takes its stories from the books of veterinarian James Herriot. The show continues to draw high viewership on both sides of the Atlantic. The announcement pleased the executive producers and long-time fans. They praised the show for its steady mix of warmth, hope, and gentle humor.


All Creatures Great & Small: What the double renewal means

All Creatures Great & Small (Image Source: Prime Video)
All Creatures Great & Small (Image Source: Prime Video)

The new order lets the creative team plan ahead with care. All Creatures Great & Small, Seasons 7 and 8 will each bring six regular episodes. Both seasons will also feature a festive special that follows the tradition set by earlier years. This plan gives the writers room to shape the lives of the Darrowby characters and follow their growth.

Playground and PBS Masterpiece, with support from All3Media International, produce the series. This partnership helps the show reach a wide audience and keeps the quality high. It also strengthens Channel 5’s record with drama. The performance of the series makes the two-season order an easy decision. The cast and crew now have security as they prepare for the next chapters.


Looking ahead to Season 6

Season 6 will arrive before the newly announced seasons. It will premiere on Sunday, January 11, 2026, on PBS Masterpiece in the US. The next chapter brings change for the people of Darrowby.

Season 6 moves the story to the year 1945. The war in Europe is near its end, and the characters face new choices while they wait for peace. James and Helen now live on their farm at Heston Grange. Tristan is still overseas.

Mrs. Hall is away from the practice, and Siegfried struggles with the weight of running Skeldale House alone. The season will follow their slow and hopeful return to a shared life as the world rebuilds. The jump in time sets the stage for emotional scenes and a renewed focus on community.


The lasting appeal of All Creatures Great & Small

All Creatures Great & Small (Image Source: Prime Video)
All Creatures Great & Small (Image Source: Prime Video)

The strength of the series comes from its gentle view of country life. All Creatures Great & Small gives viewers a calm break from the rush of modern days. The simple acts of caring for animals bring humor and real feeling to each episode.

The show keeps its quality steady, and this draws a loyal audience. Viewers return for kindness, friendship, and familiar faces. They want to see the future of the Darrowby families and the way small acts shape their days. The double renewal for Seasons 7 and 8 confirms that this warm and inviting world will continue to grow.

Edited by Priscillah Mueni