Downton Abbey - The Complete Collection [DVD]

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The first season ultimately culminates with a devastating announcement: World War I has begun. This event brings the characters together, setting up the storylines for future seasons. Key Episodes to Watch: Gwen Dawson dreams of a life greater than one of servitude. And with the help of Sybil, she begins applying for secretary jobs. According to Julian Fellowes, the parts played by Hugh Bonneville, Brendan Coyle and Maggie Smith were written for the actors. The multigenerational drama takes place on a fictional Yorkshire family estate spanning the years between 1912 to 1926. Downton Abbey, in fact, begins on a historic date: the sinking of the Titanic in April 1912. Lady Grantham is an American heiress who fell in love with and married Robert, becoming the Countess of Grantham. While their marriage was initially about saving Downton with her substantial dowry, they developed a deep mutual love and now have a good marriage.

Anna is shaken. Bates knows something happened. Isobel emerges from grief to help Dr Clarkson. Tom Gillingham proposes to Mary. Edith spends the night with Michael. Creator Julian Fellowes has always been open to the idea of more movies, though, but is equally happy if Downton Abbey: A New Era marks the end.William Mason(Thomas Howes): He was the second footman at Downton, fighting alongside Matthew during the war. He died from injuries during the war but not before marrying Daisy. Edith sets her sights on old Anthony Strallan. Lady Mary’s virtue is compromised. Sybil takes Gwen to a job interview but they end up in the mud. The annual Flower show has a new winner. Meanwhile, Matthew, Thomas, and William fight in the war (tragically leading to the death of William). Sybil becomes a nurse (despite her family’s protests) and falls in love with Branson. Matthew becomes engaged to a woman who’s not Mary, while Mary begins dating a ruthless newspaper man – even though she wants to be with Matthew. Lady Sybil is trampled at a rowdy political rally. O’Brien and Thomas scheme. A Turkish scandal brews. Matthew and Mary share a kiss and a marriage proposal. Mrs Patmore has cataracts! Countess Violet is exceedingly witty. Matthew and William are seriously injured and return to Downton Abbey. Lavinia stands by Matthew. And so does Mary. William marries Daisy before he dies.

The Spanish flu invades Downton Abbey. Matthew and Mary kiss. Lavinia dies before her wedding. Matthew can walk again. Anna and Bates get married. Downton Abbey Christmas Special 2011The TV series’ rating changes from episode to episode ranging between TV-PG and TV-14. Everything is mild: Suggestive references, language, violence, etc. There is an assault in season 4, but it’s not graphic. Overall, the series feels PG-like. Downton Abbeyseason 5 has nine episodes, including the 2014 Christmas special, “A Moorland Holiday.” Season 5 takes place between the years February 1924 and December 1924. Season 5 Summary: A deadly telegram arrives for Lady Edith. Mrs Patmore buys a cottage. Countess Violet has a new maid. Downton Abbey hosts a horse race. Bates finds a secret contraceptive device. Isis is listless.

Mr. Molesley was the original butler for Crawley House and Matthew’s loyal valet, but after Matthew’s death, he becomes a teacher while sometimes working as a footman at Downton Abbey. He’s brilliant, but he often struggles with his confidence. Lady Rose finds romance, Lady Mary still finds herself in a love triangle, Edith struggles with the right thing to do with Marigold, Anna is arrested for murder, and a maid causes trouble for Tom Branson. Isobel Crawley, played brilliantly by Penelope Wilton, is Matthew Crawley’s mother and Lady Mary’s mother-in-law.

Thomas turns on O’Brien. Robert threatens to sell Downton Abbey. Matthew inherits some cash. Mrs Hughes doesn’t have cancer. Lady Edith is jilted at the altar. Season 1 of Downton Abbeyhas seven episodes. The story begins in April of 1912 and concludes in August 1914 with a big cliffhanger. Season 1 Summary: