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Astronaut's ISS Lifeline: All Creatures Great and Small
20 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Astronaut Sunita Williams watched the show during nine months stranded on ISS.
- Nicholas Ralph, star of All Creatures, finds space fame 'incredibly cool'.
- The show, based on Alf Wight's books, airs on Channel 5 and PBS.
The beloved British series "All Creatures Great and Small" has achieved a unique extraterrestrial distinction, providing vital support to astronauts on the International Space Station. Astronaut Sunita Williams revealed she repeatedly watched the show to maintain her mental health during a challenging nine-month stay.
Nicholas Ralph, who portrays the titular James Herriot, described the revelation as "incredibly cool." The series, adapted from the semi-autobiographical books by Scottish vet-turned-author Alf Wight, follows Herriot's work in the Yorkshire Dales during the 1930s and 40s and is a hit on both Channel 5 and US broadcaster PBS.
This unexpected interstellar fame adds to the show's enduring appeal, which has garnered significant viewership and international fans, including prominent US personalities. The series has also secured future seasons, continuing its legacy of heartwarming storytelling.
