It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet
1976, English. Directed by Eric Till.
Based on the James Herriot stories
Based on James Herriot's books about life as a 1930s veterinarian in Yorkshire, John Alderson plays the kindly doctor who ministers to animals in this enjoyable family film. Sequel to the 1975 film All Creatures Great and Small.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Cast & crew
- Eric TillDirector
- John AldertonJames Herriot
- Colin BlakelySiegfried Farnon
- Lisa HarrowHelen Herriot
- Bill MaynardHinchcliffe
- Richard PearsonGranville Bennett
- Paul ShelleyRichard Carmody
- John BarrettCrump
- Rosemary MartinMrs. Dalby
- Philip StoneJack Almond
- Raymond FrancisColonel Bosworth
- May WardenMrs. Tompkins
- Liz SmithMrs. Dodds
Details
- Released
- 18 November 1976
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Alan Plater
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It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet: quick answers
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How long is It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet?
It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet have a post-credits scene?
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It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet on?
It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 18 November 1976. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet?
If you liked It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet, try On Becoming a Guinea Fowl, A Dog Year, Class Act.
Who directed It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet?
It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet (1976) was directed by Eric Till and stars John Alderton, Colin Blakely, Lisa Harrow.