Our Zoo

Created by Matt Charman

On BBC One

A gentle, period-set drama about a war-damaged man finding redemption and beauty through the creation of a zoo, grounded in historical fact and family warmth despite underlying trauma.

The story of George, who being frustrated by memories of fighting in the great war and living with his extended family, wants to bring more beauty into the world. When he comes across a camel and monkey that are about to be abandoned, he embarks on a plan to set up a zoo.