The series is based on Gerald Durrell’s classic trilogy of Corfu memoirs, including the much loved novel ‘My Family and Other Animals.’
The first episode of the 6-part series airs on ITV on Sunday 3rd of April at 8pm.
A brand new six part ITV series called 'The Durrells' will be coming to your television soon.
Set in 1935, the series is based upon Gerald Durrell’s classic trilogy of Corfu memoirs including the much loved novel ‘My Family and Other Animals’.
The story focuses upon Louisa Durrell (played by Keeley Hawes) and her four unruly children - Larry, Leslie, Margo, and the youngest, Gerry.
Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, of which Lee Durrell is the Honorary Director, is delighted that her late husband's work is being adapted for the small screen.
The widow of Gerald Durrell hopes the series based on her late husband’s childhood, will boost visitor numbers at the Trinity wildlife park
The second of our three reports looking at the making of ITV drama 'The Durrells.' The first episode of the six part series airs on Sunday.
Our reporter Gary Burgess was given exclusive behind-the-scenes access to filming of ITV's new drama The Durrells in Corfu.