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About DOWNTON ABBEY & Episode Guides

About DOWNTON ABBEY & Episode Guides


Downton Abbey Premiered on ITV1 on September 26, 2010



About the Show:
The lives of the Crawley family and the servants who work for them has been changed forever, since the Great War was declared at the end of the last series.

Promoted to Lord Lieutenant of Yorkshire, Robert has new responsibilities and so does Downton. Although the veritable Mr Carson (Jim Carter) will no doubt be doing his utmost to ensure that standards have not slipped, even in the face of war...

Many of the first series favourites will be joined by a host of new faces, including; Zoe Boyle, who will play Miss Lavinia Swire, Iain Glen as Sir Richard Carlisle, Maria Doyle Kennedy as Vera Bates (wife of John Bates), Amy Nuttall as new Housemaid Ethel and Cal Macaninch joins as Lang, a new Valet.

How will these new characters and the constant threat of the war upset the delicate balance of life at Downton?

Cast:

Actor’s name

Character’s name

Hugh BonnevilleRobert, Earl of Grantham
Elizabeth McGovernCora, Countess of Grantham
Maggie SmithViolet, Dowager Countess of Grantham
Dan StevensMatthew Crawley
Jessica Brown FindlayLady Sybil Crawley
Jim CarterMr Charles Carson
Joanne FrogattAnna
Laura CarmichaelLady Edith Crawley
Michelle DockeryLady Mary Crawley
Penelope WiltonMrs Isobel Crawley
Brendan CoyleJohn Bates
Phyllis LoganMrs Elsie Hughes
Rose LeslieGwen

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Season 1



Episode 1:
The year is 1912 and RMS Titanic has just gone down, taking with it Lord Grantham's heir, James Crawley, and his son, Patrick. A new heir is needed. The country is teetering on the brink of the First World War.

Episode 2:
With the arrival of Matthew Crawley imminent everyone is anxious. Matthew finds it hard to settle into his new life in Downton and his mother Isobel is also soon at odds with Violet. Carson is shocked to be confronted by his past. Gwen has a secret correspondent.

Episode 3:
Cora's efforts to matchmake end up being dashed when Mary ends up not being smitten not by Evelyn Napier, but by his friend, Kemal Pamuk instead. Their attraction ends up sparking a series of events whose consequences end up rippling through the entire household. Bates takes action to help cure his limp.

Episode 4:
After the fair shows up in the village, Mrs Hughes finds herself the main focus of speculation when she meets a former suitor who makes her question her position. Violet and Isobel clash over a medical ailment affecting Molesley. Carson is concerned there is a thief at work in the grounds.

Episode 5:
The village gets ready for the annual flower show and Isobel finds herself at odds with Violet. Mary is introduced to a potential suitor but she wants to be with Matthew. Anna works out who is responsible when a valuable snuff box goes missing. O'Brien plans a way for Edith to take get even with Mary.

Episode 6:
Sybil's ends up putting herself danger when a fight breaks out at an election results meeting. Matthew' feelings towards Sybil are noticed by her sisters, but it is Mary who ends up being surprised to receive a marriage proposal. Bates manages to clear his name over the missing wine but he decides to resign rather than name the real culprit who is responsible.

Episode 7:
News of Cora's pregnancy ends up throwing the inheritance issue into doubt. Mary tells Matthew that he is going to have to wait for an answer to his wedding proposal. O'Brien discovers more compromising information about Bates which he gives to the Earl but he is surprised by his response. Thomas ends up leaving.

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Season 2



Episode 1:
The Great War is making life at Downton feeling unsettled. Isobel has some surprising news about Matthew which ends up rocking the family even more. Ethel, a new maid at Downtown, manages to get on the wrong side of O'Brien. Bates returns and gives Anna some news which will change her life.

Episode 2:
It is April, 1917 and with many of the male staff serving in the war, Carson, finds himself under pressure to make that the duties are carried out to his exacting standard. He ends up finding himself be forced to accept help in the dining room from the female staff. Robert needs to hire a new valet and ends up employing Lang, who has just returned from the war. William is happy after he receives an important letter. Mrs Patmore finds out some devastating news about her nephew that shocks her. Thomas begins work alongside Lady Sybil in the local hospital after returning back for the war. After a patient is brought in suffering with gas blindness Thomas finds himself becoming attached to the young Lieutenant. Molesley takes an interest in Anna. Matthew learns of his temporary transfer back to England for a recruitment drive in the north whilst fighting in the trenches. Carson informs Mary that if she still loves Matthew she needs to tell him before it is too late.

Episode 3:
The household are getting ready to become a convalescent home for wounded officers and Isobel is driving Cora mad. O’Brien wants to make sure that Cora is recognised as the boss of Downton and suggests she needs a friend in Thomas. The first group of arrivals show up as does Matthew, who is home on leave. Matthew wants his General, Sir Herbert Strutt to take a look around the new convalescent home. Ethel flirts with Major Bryant and Mrs Hughes is not happy. Violet believes that Mary is still in love with Matthew and with Rosamund's help she discovers that Lavinia is hiding a secret from Matthew. Anna thinks that she has seen Bates and with the help of Lady Mary she discovers Bates is working in a pub and surprises him.

Episode 4:
The household is preparing for a concert at Downton in an effort to try and keep spirits up among the convalescing men. Mary is quizzed by Mary about Carlisle, but Mary refuses to answer her questions. She wants to move on with her life without Matthew. There continues to be tension between Cora and Isobel and Isobel is not happy when she has been over-ruled by Cora. Robert gets a letter from Carlisle, which causes him to worry and there ends up being an uncomfortable conversation between him and Mary. Matthew ends up getting caught with William as they fight on the front line. Mrs Hughes ends up making a surprising discovery that ends in tears for one member of the staff.

Episode 5:
The complete household is shocked when some bad news arrives from the front line. Daisy's relationship with William ends up moving faster than she would like. Mary ends up paying a high price for gettingg Carlisle's assistance after Vera returns to Downton threatening to expose some old secrets.

Episode 6:
An injured Canadian officer arrives Downton to recuperate and everything ends up becoming unsettles. He ends up sharing his secret with Lady Edith. Robert announces that the ceasefire will start on the 11th November. Isobel wants Downton to continue to help the war’s wounded but Cora has other plans. Thomas continues to scheme. Bates gets a mysterious phonecall, which sees him leavung for London. Ethel finds it hard to look after her baby. Mrs Hughes has secretly been helping her but she is discovered by Carson.

Episode 7:
With the war now fully over, will life ever be the same again for everyone at Downton. The family end up being stunned by a new development. Sybil and Branson continue to try and keep their secret. Anna is put in a difficult position by Carlisle. Bates shocked following news about Vera. Thomas starts on a whole new money making scheme.

Episode 8:
As the wedding grows closer there’s excitement in the air but Branson’s plans rattle people. After Spanish Flu reaches Downton, a desperate Thomas attempts to find a way to re-establish himself. After the Bryants return with a heartbreaking proposition, Ethel faces a dilemma. Anna makes Bates think again about their future.

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Season 3



Episode 1:
Cora’s mother shows up at Downton for Matthew and Mary’s wedding. New footman Alfred attempts to meet Carson’s high standards, under the watch of his aunt O’Brien. Robert’s surprising news brings financial worries to the fore.

Episode 2:
The estate's future is hanging in the balance and Mary is hoping to receive a bailout from grandmother Martha. Violet also attempts to help her make sure that Downton puts on a bigger show than ever before with a grand party for friends and neighbours. Mrs Hughes gets some news that worries her. O'Brien's attempts to boost Alfred's progress are met with disapproval from Thomas.

Episode 3:
Edith's wedding day arrives but will her enthusiasm be able to convince the family that Strallan's age doesn't really matter. Mrs Hughes awaits her results. Anna manages to make a breakthrough as she tries to help Bates. Mary decides to take matters into her own hands to secure the estate's future.

Episode 4:
Branson's political views manage to get him into trouble while Sybil's loyalty is tested to the limit. Ethel finds herself being torn between head and heart as she makes a decision about her son's future. Anna is upset by Bates's silence and wonders what could be the cause. Carson looks for a new a footman and good-looking candidate called Jimmy creates interest below stairs.

Episode 5:
An exciting offer for Edith divides opinion in the house. Isobel ends up throwing Ethel a lifeline. Ivy is attracting plenty of attention below stairs. Anna’s perseverance finally pays off for her.

Episode 6:
Tempers are left on edge after a kind gesture by Isobel backfires. Mary attempts to fight Branson's corner after his decisions are put under scrutiny. Robert and Cora's relationship feels the strain and Violet attempts to make them see things differently. Some extreme measures are taken by Bates.

Episode 7:
It's a good day as Anna's patience is rewarded and Edith gets some admiration from an unexpected quarter. Matthew refuses to back down over the estate management. Branson's plan for the christening causes some consternation, as does the sudden arrival of his brother.

Episode 8:
There's excitement in the house and village as the annual cricket match approaches, and the event brings out Robert's competitive side. Violet's great-niece Rose shows up but a trip to London reveals there is more to her than meets the eye. Matthew and Mary look like they are keeping secrets from each other. Thomas finds out that his future lies in Carson's hands.

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Season 4



Episode 1:
New mother Mary is finding it hard to come to terms with Matthew's shocking death. Robert and Violet fall out over how to handle the situation. Jimmy takes an interest in Ivy, while Carson receives an unwelcome reminder from his past.

Episode 2:
Mary starts to get over the grief she is feeling, and takes an interest in the running of the estate. Lady Rose MacClare, Lady Flintshire's daughter, ends up in a predicament at a tea dance in York. Hughes attempts to convince Carson to heal an old wound.

Episode 3:
An extravagant party offers the Crawley family the chance to reunite with some old friends. Some of the guests though prove more welcome than others. Dame Nellie Melba performs.

Episode 4:
Following the Abbey's eventful party, Mary needs to answer an important question about her future. Carson reveals some intimate details about his former life whilst Rose's trip to London sees her at risk of jeopardising the Crawley family's reputation.

Episode 5:
The are changes planned at the Abbey as an exciting opportunity for Alfred causestension between Ivy and Daisy. Branson thinks about a new future for him and baby Sybbie.

Episode 6:
With Robert's birthday just around the corner party plans are under way. Rose's surprise contribution to the event ruffles feathers in the household. Mary needs to deal with some dramatic repercussions after a new farming venture is launched on the Downton estate. Edith gets some more unwelcome news.

Episode 7:
Cora's brother Harold has managed to get himself into some trouble and Robert needs to travel to America to bail him out. Blake and Mary have to try and put aside their differences to help with the new farming venture on the estate.

Episode 8:
Rosamund comes up with wy to try and help Edith deal with her problem. Rose is not happy after things fail go her way. Alfred realises too late he could have made a mistake. Anna receives some unexpected news as she and Bates look like they are getting back on track. Isobel becomes the object of somebody's attention.

Episode 9: The London Season
The family and servants make their way to London for the summer season. The family's London residence, Grantham House, is seen for the first time. Martha Levinson and Cora's brother Harold make an appearance.

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Season 5



Episode 1:
Local plans for a war memorial see Carson pitted against Robert and Mrs Hughes. Jimmy receives some female attention that causes him major problems. Baxter is issued with an ultimatum. Tom's burgeoning friendship with Sarah Dunning causes Robert concern. Mary feels ready to try and find love again. Edith and Drewe’s special arrangement starts to crumble as she increasingly finds it hard to keep her emotions in check resulting in some disastrous consequences for everyone.

Episode 2:
Robert is left with a difficult decision to make. Mrs Patmore has an idea which might solve everything as Daisy continues to struggle with her studies. Thomas has issues with Baxter, however will his meddling ruin her friendship with Molesley? Rose tries to convince Robert of the positives of a wireless at Downton. Lord Merton continues to pursue Isobel while Mary puts her reputation in danger when Anna is made an accomplice.

Episode 3:
Robert is left furious when things don't go as planned. Mary's undercover assignment is nearly blown. Violet is quick to save the day. The events surrounding Green's death are under scrutiny. Mrs Patmore is left devastated when old wounds are opened. Branson receives a proposition regarding the future of the Downton estate.

Episode 4:
Sarah continues to cause trouble above stairs, however this time she may have gone too far. Elsewhere Thomas is suffering an illness, Baxter suspects there is more to it than he is letting on. Violet reveals the truth to Isobel the truth about her past with Prince Kuragin. Mary comes to a decision regarding Lord Gillingham.

Episode 5:
Simon Bricker returns to talk about the painting with Cora. His his flirting though could have crossed the line. Mary is surprised by Charles Blake in London with a cunning plan.

Episode 6:
After last week's altercation between Robert and Cora, their relationship is strained. Blake's scheming is coming to light after Mary unexpectedly pitted against her love rival. Edith receives some bad news and decides to take action. Baxter becomes embroiled in the investigation of Green's death.

Episode 7:
Rosamund shows up at Downton following Edith's surprise departure. Rose is pleased to introduce Atticus and his parents to everyone. Anna and Bates think about a fresh start, now that that their problems seem to be behind them. Molesley is worried after Daisy becoming disillusioned with her studies. Mary and Blake seize a chance to send Gillingham a strong message.

Episode 8:
Rose's wedding is just around the corner but family tensions on both sides threaten to derail proceedings. Edith's arrangement with Marigold is working out as she continues to conceal the truth from her parents. Denker reveals another side to her personality, which causes trouble for more than one of the servants. Branson makes a heart-wrenching decision.

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