Series synopsis
Our Zoo is a British drama family television series that premiered on BBC One on September 3, 2014. It ended on October 8, 2014. It was created by Matt Charman. It stars Lee Ingleby, Honor Kneafsey, Amelia Clarkson and Liz White.
The story of George, who being frustrated by memories of fighting in the great war and living with his extended family, wants to bring more beauty into the world. When he comes across a camel and monkey that are about to be abandoned, he embarks on a plan to set up a zoo.
Premise
The story of George, who being frustrated by memories of fighting in the great war and living with his extended family, wants to bring more beauty into the world. When he comes across a camel and monkey that are about to be abandoned, he embarks on a plan to set up a zoo.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Lee Ingleby as George Mottershead
- Honor Kneafsey as June Mottershead
- Amelia Clarkson as Muriel Mottershead
- Liz White as Lizzie Mottershead
- Anne Reid as Lucy Mottershead
- Peter Wight as Albert Mottershead
- Ralf Little as Billy Atkinson
- Sophia Myles as Lady Katherine Longmore
Supporting cast
- Stephen Campbell Moore as Reverend Aaron Webb
- Tom Hardman as Archie Radler
- Hayley Carmichael as Camilla Radler
- Faye Brookes as Frankie
Guest cast
- Rose Reynolds as Alice
- Hugh Skinner as Dr. Barnaby Ford
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | September 3, 2014 | October 8, 2014 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 George attempts to build his dream - a zoo without bars. |
September 3, 2014 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 George attempts to rescue two Himalayan black bears from a cave in Matlock. |
September 10, 2014 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 The family confront a barrage of hostility from the residents of Upton. |
September 17, 2014 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC One |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 3, 2014 |
| Last aired | October 8, 2014 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | canceled |
| Schedule | Wednesday at 21:00:00 |