Downton Abbey

20104 series
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This historical drama follows the lives of the Crawley family and their servants in the family's Edwardian country house. The programme begins with the 1912 sinking of the Titanic, which leaves Downton Abbey's future in jeopardy, as Lord Grantham's presumptive heir -- his cousin James -- and his son, Patrick, die aboard the ship, leaving him without a male offspring to take over the throne upon his death. As a result, Lord Grantham must search for a new heir. As the programme progresses through the decade, other historical events happen leading up to Lord Grantham declaring in 1914 that Britain is at war with Germany, marking the beginning of World War I, which becomes a major plot on the programme.

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Episode 0A Journey to the Highlands

A feature-length special of the acclaimed period drama. The family receive a warm welcome at Duneagle Castle while visiting Rose and her parents, but there is tension in the air.

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Episode 1Downton Abbey

Period drama series. Cora's mother sweeps into Downton for Matthew and Mary's wedding, but will they even make it to the altar with the couple's relationship under strain?

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Episode 2Downton Abbey

Acclaimed period drama. In the hope of financial rescue from her American grandmother, Mary conspires with Violet to make sure Downton puts on a bigger show than ever before.

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Episode 3Downton Abbey

Acclaimed period drama. Edith's big day finally arrives with the family still unconvinced that Strallan's age does not matter, and Mary takes Downton's finances into her own hands.

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Episode 4Downton Abbey

Acclaimed period drama. Branson's political views land him in hot water and Sybil's loyalty is tested to the limit, and Ethel is torn between head and heart as she makes a choice.

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Episode 5Downton Abbey

Acclaimed period drama. An exciting offer for Edith divides opinion, Isobel throws Ethel a lifeline, and Alfred's particular interest in new maid Ivy is resented by Daisy.

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Episode 6Downton Abbey

Acclaimed period drama. Tempers fray as Isobel's kind gesture backfires, Branson's decisions are put under scrutiny, and Bates goes to extremes as his chance of freedom slips away. S3 Ep6

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Episode 7Downton Abbey

Acclaimed period drama. Anna's patience is finally rewarded, Edith has an unexpected admirer, Matthew refuses to back down, and Branson's plans for the christening cause concern. S3 Ep7

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Episode 8Downton Abbey

Acclaimed period drama. The annual cricket match brings out Robert's competitive side, and Violet's great niece Rose arrives and a trip to London reveals that there is more to her. S3 Ep8

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