Channel 5’s beloved period drama All Creatures Great and Small has been branded the ‘best show on TV right now’, following last night’s emotional scenes. Fans were left teary-eyed during the latest episode as Jenny Alderson boldly decided to move to London after receiving a place at a nursing college.
While Jenny’s dad Richard tried to be supportive of her decision, he struggled to hide his panic at the thought of losing his youngest daughter. His fear mounted when he learnt that she would be leaving much sooner than expected – in just three weeks’ time.
On the other hand, Helen was delighted by the news and leapt into action to help her little sister prepare for the move. However, her excitement didn’t last long as she began to worry if Jenny was truly ready for such a big change, with Jenny also reconsidering her decision.
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In emotional scenes, the family ultimately managed to come to terms with the news and convinced Jenny to take the opportunity. Richard and Helen’s husband James also encouraged Helen to have her own mini adventure by joining Jenny in London as she settles in.
The heartwarming episode received huge praise from viewers, who shared their reaction in the comment section of a Facebook reel posted by the show.
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“Best TV programme right now,” declared one fan, while a second wrote: “Another lovely one, I don’t want it to ever end.”
“This episode had me in tears, it was beyond lovely and made me remember some heart wrenching moments of my own,” said a third.
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“I think I had tears in my eyes most of the time,” one viewer shared, while another echoed: “Loved every minute of show tonight even got teary when Helen’s dad held her hand.”
A sixth added: “We need more of this warm cosy programme to fill our hearts with joy and nostalgia.”
All Creatures Great and Small began its sixth season last month, with the story picking up in 1945. The new season has already aired four out of six episodes, and will conclude on 30 October before returning for a Christmas special in December.
All Creatures Great and Small airs on Thursdays at 9pm on Channel 5.
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