Seasons & episodes

S2 · E1Episode 1 2011-09-18 · 69 min＋

The Great War unsettles life at Downton and surprising news about Matthew rocks the family. New maid Ethel irritates O'Brien - and Bates returns with devastating news for Anna.

S2 · E2Episode 2 2011-09-25 · 56 min＋

Carson is finding it tough maintaining standards in the house, and the suicide of a young officer prompts Isobel to suggest converting Downton Abbey into a convalescent hospital.

S2 · E3Episode 3 2011-10-02 · 56 min＋

After Downton is turned into a convalescent home for wounded officers, Matthew brings a general to visit, but Branson has a surprise in store. And is Lavinia hiding something?

S2 · E4Episode 4 2011-10-09 · 55 min＋

Tensions flare between Isobel and Cora. Ethel's flirtation with Major Bryant lands her in hot water. There is worrying news about Matthew. Branson declares his feelings for Sybil.

S2 · E5Episode 5 2011-10-16 · 56 min＋

Robert receives some shocking news from the front. Daisy's relationship with William moves faster than she would like. Vera threatens to expose old secrets.

S2 · E6Episode 6 2011-10-23 · 56 min＋

Carlisle threatens to ruin Mary if she jilts him. A major comes to stay - but is he really who he claims to be? Bates learns that Vera has succeeded in scuppering the divorce.

S2 · E7Episode 7 2011-10-30 · 56 min＋

How long can Sybil and Branson keep their secret? Carlisle puts Anna in a difficult position, Bates is left reeling from the news about Vera, and Thomas embarks on a new scheme.

S2 · E8Episode 8 2011-11-06 · 70 min＋

With the wedding approaching there is excitement in the air, but will Branson's plans rattle everyone? A decisive Anna forces Bates to think about their future.