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Downton Abbey
2010
None of that behaviour in my kitchen.
Upstairs: the wealthy, aristocratic Bellamys. Downstairs: their loyal and lively servants. For nearly 30 years, they share a fashionable townhouse at 165 Eaton Place in London’s posh Belgravia neighborhood, surviving social change, political upheaval, scandals, and the horrors of the First World War.
On TrialOct 10, 1971 · 50mNovember 1903: Clemence, young and inexperienced, is hired on a trial basis by Lady Marjorie, who decides Clemence is not an appropriate name for someone in service and changes it to Sarah. Being far too outspoken and having a tendency towards over exaggeration and drama, Sarah struggles to fit in and become accepted by the other servants.
The Mistress and the MaidsOct 17, 1971 · 50mJune 1904: An artist, commissioned to paint Lady Marjorie's portrait, takes a shine to Sarah and convinces her to pose for him. The painting, depicting Sarah and her roommate, is a bit racy, and when the Bellamy's see it in a public exhibit, they fire both girls for what they wrongly conclude is "questionable behaviour."
Board WagesOct 24, 1971 · 50mAugust 1904: Finding themselves alone and having the run of the house, the junior servants indulge in a night of wild partying. When James, the Bellamy's son, show up unexpectedly, the party takes an unusual turn, causing Sarah to reevaluate her life. Unhappy with what she sees, she makes a monumental decision that will alter her course forever.
The Path of DutyOct 31, 1971 · 50mMay 1905: When Elizabeth returns home from abroad, her parents plan her debut into society, but the spirited young girl has little interest. She reluctantly agrees, but at the last moment, has a change of heart and flees. Rose, more like a sister than a servant, steps up and makes the girl see the situation in another light.
A Suitable MarriageNov 7, 1971 · 50mDecember 1905: Elizabeth falls for a young German baron, whom her father is suspicious of. Richard quickly uncovers the Baron's secret, but as it turns out, Baron Klaus von Rimmer is hiding another secret, which Rose accidentally stumbles upon. The events of the evening compel one of the servants to betray not only the family, but the country as well.
A Cry for HelpNov 14, 1971 · 50mOctober 1906: Mary, the new housemaid confides in Richard that she's pregnant, the result of an assault by a man who drunkenly forced himself on her. Insisting he must bear responsibility, she reveals the man is Myles Radford, the son of Richard's friend (and her previous employer), General Radford. Myles, outraged that Richard has the gall to question his integrity, gets even with a classless move that could have enormous legal, financial, and moral ramifications.
Upstairs: the wealthy, aristocratic Bellamys. Downstairs: their loyal and lively servants. For nearly 30 years, they share a fashionable townhouse at 165 Eaton Place in London’s posh Belgravia neighborhood, surviving social change, political upheaval, scandals, and the horrors of the First World War.
Gordon JacksonAngus Hudson
Jean Marshself
David LangtonRichard Bellamy
Christopher BeenyEdward Barnes
Jenny Tomasinself
Simon WilliamsJames Bellamy
Jacqueline TongDaisy Peel
Lesley-Anne DownGeorgina Worsley
Rachel GurneyLady Marjorie Bellamy
Meg Wynn OwenHazel Bellamy
Joan BenhamLady Prudence Fairfax
Pauline CollinsSarah
Raymond HuntleySir Geoffrey Dillon
Nicola PagettElizabeth Kirbridge
Hannah GordonVirginia Hamilton
Gareth HuntTrooper Norton
John AldertonThomas Watkins
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