Masterpiece Classic: Downton Abbey Season 1

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After a tragedy at sea claims the life of the presumed heir, Lord Crawley is faced with the possibility that the house he's loved his whole life might someday belong to a distant cousin he's never met. But before that can happen he must deal with his scandalous daughter, Lady Mary -- considered by many to be the rightful heir to Downton. Even the staff has opinions on the family's affairs. And while most are devoted to the Crawleys, there are others whose selfishness and scheming do more than simply disrupt the ...
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Overview

After a tragedy at sea claims the life of the presumed heir, Lord Crawley is faced with the possibility that the house he's loved his whole life might someday belong to a distant cousin he's never met. But before that can happen he must deal with his scandalous daughter, Lady Mary -- considered by many to be the rightful heir to Downton. Even the staff has opinions on the family's affairs. And while most are devoted to the Crawleys, there are others whose selfishness and scheming do more than simply disrupt the well-oiled inner workings of the estate. As the servants' mischief escalates, even the most faithful employees begin to imagine a different life. A star-studded cast (Dame Maggie Smith, Hugh Bonneville, Elizabeth McGovern, Brendan Coyle, Dan Stevens) round out the glittering, gossipy, and beguiling men and women of this epic tale. Pitting hundreds of years of British aristocracy against the tides of social upheaval and technical progress, under the looming shadow of World War I, will the fate of Downton and its family -- above and below stairs -- be resolved? Or will life be altered so dramatically that its master no longer matters? DVD bonus features include "The Making of Downton Abbey and "A House in History. This DVD presents the production in its unedited UK version.
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Special Features

Downton Abbey: The Making Of; Downton Abbey: A House in History
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Product Details

  • Release Date: 1/11/2011
  • UPC: 841887013925

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  • Source: Pbs (Direct)
  • Region Code: 1
  • Language: English
  • Time: 6:00:00
  • Format: DVD
  • Sales rank: 5

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits
Hugh Bonneville Robert Crawley, Earl of Grantham
Jessica Brown Findlay Lady Sybil Crawley
Laura Carmichael Lady Edith Crawley
Elizabeth McGovern Cora, Countess of Grantham
Maggie Smith Violet, Dowager Countess of Grantham
Technical Credits
Julian Fellowes Executive Producer
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Scene Index

Disc #1 -- Downton Abbey
1. News at Breakfast [9:24]
2. The New Valet [9:36]
3. A Question of Inheritence [9:58]
4. A Chance [8:29]
5. Exploring [15:13]
6. Changing Lives [12:58]
1. A Lawyer in the Family [10:36]
2. The Compliment of a Visit [11:17]
3. An Unhidden Past [13:49]
4. Playing Parts [11:52]
Disc #2 -- Downton Abbey
1. English Hospitality [13:43]
2. The Grip of Madness [14:28]
3. Keeping Secrets [8:56]
4. A Lack of Control [10:23]
1. Seeking Unlikely Legal Counsel [8:43]
2. A Night at the Fair [9:53]
3. A Difficult Situation [14:37]
4. Lost Souls [12:51]
1. In Lady Mary's Bedroom [9:29]
2. Things Unsaid [12:45]
3. Daisy Sets Down Her Burden [11:54]
4. Fighting Fire with Fire [13:27]
Disc #3 -- Downton Abbey
1. Unrest in Ripon [9:56]
2. News from London [10:45]
3. Sybil's Disobedience [11:29]
4. Having Faith [14:25]
1. A Surprise Pregnancy [8:15]
2. About Mr. Bates [9:10]
3. Preparing for War [15:00]
4. Change [9:25]
5. An Accident in the Bath [9:01]
6. At the Garden Party [11:45]
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Menu

Disc #1 -- Downton Abbey
   Part One
   Part Two
   Scene Selection
      Scene Selection, Part One
      Scene Selection, Part Two
   Special Features
      Making of Downton Abbey
      A House in History
      Great British Heritage Pass
   Setup
      Subtitles: On
      Subtitles: Off
   pbs.org
Disc #2 -- Downton Abbey
   Part Three
   Part Four
   Part Five
   Scene Selection
      Scene Selection, Part Three
      Scene Selection, Part Four
      Scene Selection, Part Five
   Setup
      Subtitles: On
      Subtitles: Off
   pbs.org
Disc #3 -- Downton Abbey
   Part Six
   Part Seven
   Scene Selection
      Scene Selection, Part Six
      Scene Selection, Part Seven
   Setup
      Subtitles: On
      Subtitles: Off
   pbs.org
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Customer Reviews

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  • Posted March 24, 2011

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    INCREDIBLE SERIES

    Had a chance to watch the series while in Ireland and have to give it 5 STARS +. Worth the price and the time to watch. Will order my own copies when I return to the states.
    Maggie Smith is great in anything I have seen her in and this series is no exception. The entire cast is wonderful and the content very well done.

    11 out of 11 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 18, 2012

    Very Disappointed

    I thought this would be a wonderful series...until the same-sex kissing. I shut it off and will not be watching the rest.

    10 out of 54 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 31, 2011

    Among the best of Masterpiece Classic!

    This is a marvelous production in the tradition of Upstairs, Downstairs and The Forsyte Saga. Acting, costumes, sets and a compelling script are exceptional as they portray the social classes during the changing times in England prior to WWI. Best of all: In the 2012 season, the series continues where episode 4 left off . . . information which was obviously missed by an earlier reviewer.

    7 out of 8 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 28, 2011

    Excellent Series! Well worth it!

    I love British period pieces and this movie is no exception. Beautiful costumes and scenery. The locations are gorgeous. I love the contrast in speech between the family and the servants. However, be advised..this is season 1. Season 2 has not started filming and is not expected to start airing till next winter or so. I didn't realize that and when it ended, I was waiting for more. I am looking forward to the next season.

    5 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 4, 2011

    Graet series. One of the best from Masterpiece Clasics.

    Looked forward to watching every episode. Cant wait for the next installment. Great series. One of the best from Masterpiece Clasics.

    5 out of 6 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 18, 2012

    So Adictive

    This has to be one of the best period dramas ever made. I absolutly love it. Downton Abbey is more addictive than dark chocolate.

    3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 1, 2012

    Highly Recommend-you must check it out!!

    If I could give it a higher rating than five stars I most definitely would. Top-Notch acting, etc. Splendid from start to finish. Didn't want it to end.

    2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted December 21, 2012

    I Also Recommend:

    Masterpiece Classic: Downton Abbey Season 2

    Absolutely brilliant and addictive. This is season one (it is li

    Absolutely brilliant and addictive. This is season one (it is listed as such!), to clarify what some people have said about the unresolved ending. It's called a cliffhanger! Season two is also wonderful, but also ends with a cliffhanger. I can't wait to see season 3!

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 5, 2011

    Excellent

    Weel worth the time to watch it!!!

    1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted February 18, 2013

    i'm hooked on Downton

    i'm hooked on Downton

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 21, 2013

    This product is confusing as it is listed as just DVD and does n

    This product is confusing as it is listed as just DVD and does not designate whether it is widescreen vesion or full screen version. The following seasons are specified as widescreen

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 30, 2011

    Poor Ending

    I felt like there should at least be one more epsiode to tie things up. I know that British period pieces don't all have happy endings up this one just left you hanging.

    I gave 5 stars for the first 3 epsiods & 2 the last

    0 out of 7 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted January 24, 2011

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    Great Drama

    There were points in the story made me uncomfortable for being so realistic. The ending left wanting more.

    0 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

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