Episode 1

Downton Abbey, the award-winning series from Julian Fellowes, spans 12 years of gripping drama centered on a great English estate on the cusp of a vanishing way of life. The series follows the Granthams and their family of servants through sweeping change, scandals, love, ambition, heartbreak, and hope.

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Episode 1

Season 2 Episode 1 | 111m 14s | CC

Two years into World War I, Downton Abbey is in turmoil, as Matthew and other young men go to war -- or avoid it. The women also pitch in, and many couples see their romantic dreams dashed.

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Episode 7

In the Downton Abbey 2 season finale, the family gathers at Downton Abbey for Christmas.

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Episode 2

Downton turns into a convalescent home with Thomas in charge. Lavinia's secret comes out.

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Episode 3

Isobel and Cora argue. Mrs. Bird starts a soup kitchen. Matthew and William go on patrol.

Funding for MASTERPIECE is provided by Viking and Raymond James with additional support from public television viewers and contributors to The MASTERPIECE Trust, created to help ensure the series’ future.

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