All episodes now streaming. 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.
EPISODE 1
Episode 1
Deeply affected by his war trauma and driven by his unique love of animals, George attempts to build his dream - a zoo without bars.
EPISODE 2
Episode 2
George attempts to rescue two himalayan black bears from a cave in Matlock, while Reverend Webb is intent on uncovering what the Mottersheads are up to.
EPISODE 3
Episode 3
The family confront a barrage of hostility from the residents of Upton, but can a bunch of furry new arrivals at the zoo change their mind?
EPISODE 4
Episode 4
When a bear escape exposes the zoo's shortcomings, the Mottersheads must hastily organise a benefit to raise money.
EPISODE 5
Episode 5
EPISODE 6
Episode 6
The Mottersheads prepare for the appeal that will decide the fate of the zoo, but a hot-headed George proves more of a liability than an asset. Long Description
Lee Ingleby
Liz White
Honor Kneafsey
Anne Reid
Peter Wight
Ralf Little
Amelia Clarkson
Hayley Carmichael
Stephen Campbell Moore
Sophia Myles
Matt Charman
