BBC One · Ended

Our Zoo

Drama, Thriller · 2014 · Rated 8/10

Last aired: S1 E6, Episode 6 · 2014-10-08

Our Zoo is a drama series based on the true story of the Mottershead family who, in the face of staunch opposition and huge personal sacrifice, founded Chester Zoo in the 1930s.

Cast

Lee Ingleby George Mottershead

Amelia Clarkson Muriel 'Mew' Mottershead

Anne Reid Lucy Mottershead

Honor Kneafsey June Mottershead

Liz White Lizzie Mottershead

Peter Wight Albert Mottershead

Ralf Little Billy Atkinson

Sophia Myles Lady Katherine

Stephen Campbell Moore Reverend Aaronn Webb

Season 1

E1 Episode 1 2014-09-03 · 60 min George attempts to build his dream - a zoo without bars.

E2 Episode 2 2014-09-10 · 60 min George attempts to rescue two Himalayan black bears from a cave in Matlock.

E3 Episode 3 2014-09-17 · 60 min The family confront a barrage of hostility from the residents of Upton.

E4 Episode 4 2014-09-24 · 60 min The Mottersheads must hastily organise a benefit to raise money after a bear escape.

E5 Episode 5 2014-10-01 · 60 min George ventures to London for one last attempt to get planning permission.

E6 Episode 6 2014-10-08 · 60 min The Mottersheads prepare for the appeal that will decide the fate of the zoo.

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