Our Zoo

Synopsis

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.

First Air Date: 2014-09-03

Last Air Date: 2014-10-08

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 6

Created By: Matt Charman

Networks: BBC One

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Top 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
Stephen Campbell Moore as Reverend Aaron Webb
Tom Hardman as Archie Radler

Seasons

Season 1 (2014)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Episode 1 (2014-09-03)

George attempts to build his dream - a zoo without bars.
Ep. 2: Episode 2 (2014-09-10)

George attempts to rescue two Himalayan black bears from a cave in Matlock.
Ep. 3: Episode 3 (2014-09-17)

The family confront a barrage of hostility from the residents of Upton.
Ep. 4: Episode 4 (2014-09-24)

The Mottersheads must hastily organise a benefit to raise money after a bear escape.
Ep. 5: Episode 5 (2014-10-01)

George ventures to London for one last attempt to get planning permission.
Ep. 6: Episode 6 (2014-10-08)

The Mottersheads prepare for the appeal that will decide the fate of the zoo.