Preview

Season 1

About the Episode

A stately country house, a noble family, and a succession crisis caused by the sinking of the Titanic are the backdrop for this epic drama by Oscar-winning writer Julian Fellowes (Gosford Park) starring Hugh Bonneville, Maggie Smith, Elizabeth McGovern, and other great actors in a production that brings a glittering bygone era to life.

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Extras

Scene

Downton Abbey re-airs beginning Sunday, Dec.18, 2011 at 9:00p.m. ET/PT.

1:31
Recap

See a recap of the plot and characters of season 1. CONTAINS SIGNIFICANT PLOT SPOILERS.

2:53
Life Downstairs

Downton Abbey star Siobhan Finneran (O'Brien) on life downstairs.

0:45
Cast Interview

The cast and producers talk about the first season's success, and look ahead to season 2.

1:31
Surviving the Wait for Season Two

Masterpiece's Rebecca Eaton on how to survive until Downton Abbey season two premieres.

1:29
The Critics Can't Stop Talking

See why the critics -- and everyone else -- are talking about Downton Abbey season 2.

1:00
Irresistible Preview

Downton Abbey season 2 re-airs starting Dec. 2, 2012. (Preview music by Temposhark.)

0:30
Ultimate BFF Moments

See some of Downton Abbey's most heartwarming moments of friendship.

1:30
The Mysterious Downton Abbey

See the spookiest moments from Downton Abbey.

1:00
Cast Superlatives

The cast considers who amongst them is "best dressed," "class clown," and more.

1:40