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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

Change in the Series

Downton Abbey stars and creators on changing times and characters in the series.

3:45
Mary's Journey

Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes and star Michelle Dockery on the character Mary.

2:17
The Historical Oracle

The Downton Abbey cast introduce you to the series historical advisor, Alastair Bruce.

2:00
Misguided Romantic Hopes Downstairs

Downton Abbey stars explain the love triangle -- and then some -- of the downstairs staff.

1:35
Reactions to Matthew's Death

Downton Abbey cast and creators on what it was like losing Dan Stevens (Matthew Crawley).

2:00
Downton Takes on New York

Tea and anticipation! See the Downton cast & creators with fans in New York in Dec. 2013

2:50
Stars Choose Gillingham or Blake

Downton Abbey stars weigh in on Mary's romantic dilemma -- Blake of Gillingham.

2:16
Is Bates a Murderer?

Did Bates commit murder, once or even twice? Downton stars offer their insights.

1:23
Cast Hopes for Season 5

Downton Abbey stars on what they wish for their characters in Season 5.

1:36
Unsung Heroes of Downton - Molesley

Downton Abbey stars offer an ode to the tragic, hilarious Molesley and actor Kevin Doyle.

1:44