My Family and Other Animals Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1987 · Broadcaster archive · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About My Family and Other Animals
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does My Family and Other Animals have?
My Family and Other Animals has 1 season and 10 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on October 17, 1987.
Is My Family and Other Animals renewed, ended, or canceled?
My Family and Other Animals has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch My Family and Other Animals?
It takes 7h 30m (450 minutes) to watch the complete run of My Family and Other Animals. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 4 days. Yes! At 7.5 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 3.8 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch My Family and Other Animals?
My Family and Other Animals is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for My Family and Other Animals?
My Family and Other Animals has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in My Family and Other Animals?
The primary ensemble cast includes Darren Redmayne as Gerry Durrell, Paul Rhys as George (age 62), Anthony Calf as Larry Durrell (age 67), Guy Scantlebury as Leslie Durrell.
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Darren Redmayne | Gerry Durrell | – |
| Paul Rhys | George | 62 |
| Anthony Calf | Larry Durrell | 67 |
| Guy Scantlebury | Leslie Durrell | – |
| Sarah-Jane Holm | Margo Durrell | 64 |
| Brian Blessed | Spiro | 89 |
| Hannah Gordon | Mrs. Durrel | 85 |
| Ken Barrie | Whistling Singing Narrator (voice) | 93 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for My Family and Other Animals are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 26, 2026.