Downton Abbey

if you're a fan of Downton Abbey fan videos, watch "Downton Abbey Kids" on youtube, just in time for the season 3 (it's got a nice montage of all 3 seasons)

when does the new season for 2013 start???

Created by adept period film screenwriter Julian Fellowes (Gosford Park, Vanity Fair and The Young Victoria), this series portrays an aristocratic household in the years between the sinking of the Titanic in 1912 and the outbreak of WWI in 1914. Set in a scenic English country estate and populated with recognizable characters (saved from stereotype by a very capable ensemble of actors), the story unfolds at an unhurried pace, full of the sort of clever dialogue we have come to expect from the genre: eloquent dinner party repartee across floral centrepieces, declarative proposals of marriage, and snooty put-downs delivered by ladies in large hats. Of course there is lots of intrigue and romance both above and below stairs, as well as some interesting period detail from a time on the brink of a modern world of electricity, automobiles and telephones. But don't expect any harsh social realism; despite the token suffragette and socialist characters (the earl's youngest daughter and the Irish chauffeur) this is a very rose-tinted look at Edwardian class relations. Downton Abbey is at heart an enchanted castle with a romanticised and largely unquestioned social hierarchy from the high king on down to the lowly scullery maid - a fairy tale disguised as nostalgia for a bygone age. Pure, indulgent escapism. Wonderful.

Another fantastic show to watch with your girlfriend (even your parents will also love it). I love how the girls say "papaa". To be completely honest although it is not my style it is an incredible show, with very good actors (the grandma is fantastic) and a lot of drama and twists, although after watching the first episode of this new season it seems the drama is disapearing and i have no clue what direction the show is going.

EXTREMELY GOOD. FANTASTIC ACTORS (DAME MAGGIE GETS SOME FANTASTIC ONE LINERS). CAN'T WAIT FOR SEASON 3. NEVER FAILS TO ENTERTAIN.

This show is not my usual cup of tea, I actually don't know many people who would say that they regularly watch British historical dramas set in the 1900s. After seeing the reception this show received, the huge number of awards it was nominated for, the substantial portion of those awards this show received, I compelled myself to give it a chance.



Very glad I watched it, the amount of character development is amazing, this show is a work of art.

I wasn't certain what to expect when I started watching the opening season of Downton Abbey, but somewhere around the second or third episode, I got hooked. After that first day, I "marathoned" all three seasons in order to catch up.



To me, this is basically a prime-time Soap Opera with continuing storylines, featuring high drama, some comedic lightness, and terrific acting. It's definitely not satirical or tongue-in-cheek (like Desperate Housewives) or overly campy and unbelievable (like Dynasty), but more of a Knots Landing (the best nighttime soap ever!) set in the world of Upstairs, Downstairs, meaning enjoyable stories, a talented ensemble cast, believable characters you care about, and a fascinating historical setting. The locations and sets and costumes are outstanding as well, and the whole series is produced with a top-notch level of quality that only British TV can muster. Although Maggie Smith is a standout among the cast, stealing every scene in which she appears (due, mostly, to her laugh-out-loud one-liners), she's completely surrounded by actors who can easily handle the chore of delivering the own goods each and every episode.



You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll be on the edge of your seat for many of the storylines. Overall, an excellent show thus far! Bully to the Brits for creating such a great series! I can't wait for Season Four!

The filming is just beautiful. What's also pretty great is no commercials. Never thought I'd say this but yay PBS!!

good show mr darcy :P

A very touching drama, its so real when you watch it, I always felt that I'm part of it, and like what RenAlexisCati said " this show makes you want to live a life at Downton Abbey", I sincerely wish they proceeds to many seasons.

The other being The Walking Dead. On the surface they don't have anything in common, but they both have great characters that you love tuning in just to watch and compelling story arches.



I give Downtown the edge however, since I don't have to look through my fingers during any gorey scenes, lol

Love this show, excellent, Maggie Smith is great.

What am I doing wrong? Can't find any 2013 airings on this site?

THis show is absolutelly brilliant! excelent arcting, compelling story, right balance of drama. Perfect!

I was reading every comment written for this show and I am quite fascinated that you can see how they really love it because of how they sound like dialogues from the show. It's quite funny, and yes this show makes you want to live a life at downton abbey.

I was channel surfing on a Sunday night when I came upon the first episode of this show and I've seen every episode since at least twice. I love this show.

I watch Downton Abbey whenever it is on, twice a week because we have 2 public broadcasting channels. Great historical facts mixed in with fantastic acting, costumes, scenery, and English accents.

This was one of the best shows I have ever seen. Enjoyed it more than words can say.

I just love this show. Amazing actors and compelling stoylines. Season two has been a delight to watch. What I love the most is the fact that it doesn't dwell too much on one storyline at the time. I keeps changing from the servents to the Crawley-family. If you like good actors combined with a bit og history and compelling stories this is the show to watch.

If you liked "Gosford Park", "Upstairs, Downstairs" or any other British period piece, then you will love this. A stellar cast and excellent writing have produced "Downton Abbey", an Edwardian period piece which stars Dame Maggie Smith, Elizabeth McGovern and Hugh Bonneville.





This ITV series tells the story of the wealthy Crawley family. Robert and Clara Crawley have three daughters and, as was the law of the time, the family fortune is entailed away from the female line which means that their eldest daughter, Lady Mary, must marry well.





Beginning at the time of the sinking of the Titanic and continuing through to the opening days of World War I, the series follows the trials and tribulations of the family upstairs and the downstairs servants who have a whole host of dirty little secrets between them and a few nasty personalities as well. I think it would be fair to say that those 'below stairs' are more snobbish and class conscious than their betters and that they have a lot more drama in their everyday lives as well.





This superb series with its breathtaking filming locations, stunning set decoration and marvellous costumes is one not to be missed so I suggest you take a look at your earliest opportunity.