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Downton Abbey

2010 Ended 66m episodes

8.1/10 1,287 votes

Drama

A chronicle of the lives of the aristocratic Crawley family and their servants in the post-Edwardian era—with great events in history having an effect on their lives and on the British social hierarchy.

Created by:: Julian Fellowes
Cast:: Maggie Smith, Michelle Dockery, Laura Carmichael, Joanne Froggatt
Language:: English
Country:: United Kingdom, United States of America
Network:: ITV1

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Seasons

7 available

Series 1

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E01

Episode 1

★ 7.2

Episode 1

2010-09-26 · 68m

After the death of the heir, Violet wishes that Robert's daughter Mary could inherit Downton Abbey.

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E02

Episode 2

★ 7.7

Episode 2

2010-10-03 · 49m

Matthew Crawley and his mother Isobel arrive at Downton, and have difficulty settling in. Carson is mortified when confronted by his past. Violet attempts to promote a match between Matthew and Mary. Isobel is elected to serve on the hospital board.

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E03

Episode 3

★ 7.1

Episode 3

2010-10-10 · 49m

Cora's tries to set up Mary with Evelyn Napier, who falls for his friend instead, with significant consequences for the household. Bates takes action to help cure his limp.

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E04

Episode 4

★ 7.7

Episode 4

2010-10-17 · 48m

Mrs Hughes finds herself the 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.

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E05

Episode 5

★ 7.8

Episode 5

2010-10-24 · 49m

Isobel finds herself at odds with Violet. Mary is introduced to a potential suitor but wants to be with Matthew. Anna works out who stole a valuable snuff box. O'Brien plans a way for Edith to get even with Mary.

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E06

Episode 6

★ 7.2

Episode 6

2010-10-31 · 48m

Sybil puts herself in danger when a fight breaks out. Sybil's sisters notice Matthew's feelings for her. Mary is surprised by a marriage proposal. Bates clears his name over the missing wine but resigns rather than name the real culprit.

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E07

Episode 7

★ 8.0

Episode 7

2010-11-07 · 65m

Cora's pregnancy throws the inheritance issue into doubt. Matthew must wait for an answer to his wedding proposal. O'Brien discovers more compromising information about Bates. Thomas leaves.

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