Downton Abbey: Series 1
Downton Abbey season 1 follows Lord Robert Crawley, his wife Lady Cora and their three daughters as they live a life of leisure at their Yorkshire estate while a hierarchy of servants, led by butler Mr. Carson, attend to their every need. The season’s narrative is driven by two historic events that upend the family
Season overview
Downton Abbey season 1 follows Lord Robert Crawley, his wife Lady Cora and their three daughters as they live a life of leisure at their Yorkshire estate while a hierarchy of servants, led by butler Mr. Carson, attend to their every need. The season’s narrative is driven by two historic events that upend the family
Episode Guide
Season 1 Progress Shield
Episode 1
Sep 26, 2010 · 68 min
After the death of the heir, Violet wishes that Robert's daughter Mary could inherit Downton Abbey.
Episode 2
Oct 3, 2010 · 50 min
Matthew Crawley and his mother Isobel arrive at Downton, and have difficulty settling in. Carson is mortified when confronted by his past. Violet attempts to promote a match betwee
Episode 3
Oct 10, 2010 · 50 min
Cora's tries to set up Mary with Evelyn Napier, who falls for his friend instead, with significant consequences for the household. Bates takes action to help cure his limp.
Episode 4
Oct 17, 2010 · 48 min
Mrs Hughes finds herself the focus of speculation when she meets a former suitor who makes her question her position. Violet and Isobel clash over a medical ailment affecting Moles
Episode 5
Oct 24, 2010 · 50 min
Isobel finds herself at odds with Violet. Mary is introduced to a potential suitor but wants to be with Matthew. Anna works out who stole a valuable snuff box. O'Brien plans a way
Episode 6
Oct 31, 2010 · 49 min
Sybil puts herself in danger when a fight breaks out. Sybil's sisters notice Matthew's feelings for her. Mary is surprised by a marriage proposal. Bates clears his name over the mi
Episode 7
Nov 7, 2010 · 65 min
Cora's pregnancy throws the inheritance issue into doubt. Matthew must wait for an answer to his wedding proposal. O'Brien discovers more compromising information about Bates. Tho