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Upstairs Downstairs

20102 seasons7.4 / 10

Set in 1936, the show takes viewers, old and new, back to the lavish world of Belgravia, London. A new set of occupants reside at 165 Eaton Place and viewers see how external and internal influences of the tumultuous pre-war period shape and mould the lives of this wealthy family and their servants.‬

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Checked Jul 22, 2026

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Synopsis

Set in 1936, the show takes viewers, old and new, back to the lavish world of Belgravia, London. A new set of occupants reside at 165 Eaton Place and viewers see how external and internal influences of the tumultuous pre-war period shape and mould the lives of this wealthy family and their servants.‬

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About Upstairs Downstairs

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Cast

Keeley HawesLady Agnes Holland

Ed StoppardSir Hallam Holland

Adrian ScarboroughMr Warwick Pritchard

Neil JacksonHarry Spargo

Claire FoyLady Persephone Towyn

Anne ReidMrs Clarice Thackeray

Art MalikMr Amanjit Singh

Laura HaddockBeryl Ballard

Credits

Created by: Heidi Thomas
Written by: Heidi Thomas, Jeffrey Hatcher, Debbie O'Malley, Steve Thompson

Production details

Status: Ended
Series type: Scripted
Episodes: 9
Original language: English

Networks & production

BBC OneUnited Kingdom
BBC Cymru WalesUnited Kingdom
MasterpieceUnited States

Themes

1930saristocraticaristocratic dramabritish historyclass differencesdomestic workerhistorical dramaintriguelondon, englandmodern historyperiod dramaracial issuesrebootromance

Season 2 episodes

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Episode 1

A Faraway Country About Which We Know Nothing

Feb 19, 20121h4.6 / 10

As 165 Eaton Place reopens its doors, two new arrivals make their mark. But whilst Sir Hallam's forthright aunt Blanche disrupts life upstairs, feisty new maid Beryl struggles to adjust to life in service. Meanwhile, Lady Agnes' concern for her children reveals a dark secret about Mr Pritchard. Sir Hallam's preoccupation with burgeoning Nazi Germany leads him into dangerous waters, and a chance meeting with an unexpected face unlocks a hidden desire within.

Directed by Marc JobstWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Sarah Gordy, Alex Kingston, Ken Bones, Jemma Churchill, Nicolas Chagrin, Kenneth Cranham, Simon Blood DeVay

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Episode 2

The Love That Pays the Price

Feb 26, 20121h7.0 / 10

Lady Agnes catches the eye of charismatic American millionaire Caspar Landry but, as she and Sir Hallam look to their future, a tragic turn of events leaves their promised dreams - and a close family member - in jeopardy. Downstairs, Mrs Thackeray makes a momentous decision, which throws the running of the house into chaos. Blanche and Mr Amanjit continue to clash, until a heart-breaking cause compels them to reconsider their differences.

Directed by Marc JobstWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Alexia James, Alex Kingston, Ken Bones, Michael Landes, Jemma Churchill, Ian Barritt, Lucy Cohu, Tom Bennett

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Episode 3

A Perfect Specimen of Womanhood

Mar 4, 20121h5.6 / 10

Blanche comes face to face with her former lover when a scandalous novel is published and, when the passion between the pair reignites, begins to consider a life away from Eaton Place. Downstairs, Beryl's decision to take a stand causes serious ructions to the running of the house until a familiar face offers wise words. Meanwhile, when Lady Persie reveals a shocking secret to Sir Hallam, the pair get ever closer as Persie is forced to make a life changing decision about her future.

Directed by Anthony ByrneWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Jean Marsh, Sarah Gordy, Alex Kingston, Peter Stark, Emilia Fox, Hermione Gulliford, Brid Brennan

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Episode 4

All the Things You Are

Mar 11, 20121h8.3 / 10

Harry, deemed too old to participate in a local boxing championship, takes Johnny under his wing to teach him the ropes. With Lady Agnes being drawn to the charms of Caspar Landry and Sir Hallam's growing infatuation with Lady Persie, this once happy couple seems to be drifting further apart, much to the pleasure of Lady Persie who seems to be getting far too much enjoyment from the conquest of her sister's husband. Mr. Amanjit finds himself a target of racial discrimination.

Directed by Brendan MaherWritten by Jeffrey HatcherGuest stars Alexia James, Alex Kingston, Michael Landes, Lucy Cohu, Neal Barry, Scott Haran, Myrtill Nádasi, Daniel Percival

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Episode 5

The Last Waltz

Mar 18, 20121h8.3 / 10

As 165 Eaton Place prepares for the Annual Servants' Ball, Mr Pritchard enjoys a romance with fellow servant Miss Whisset, and starts to wonder if there is more to life than service. With war looming, Harry has a proposition for Beryl, however, a shocking revelation threatens to thwart their plans. Meanwhile, as Lady Persie and Sir Hallam continue their torrid affair, Sir Hallam is about to discover just how destructive his actions have been.

Directed by Brendan MaherWritten by Steve Thompson, Debbie O'MalleyGuest stars Ken Bones, Sarah Lancashire, Selina Cadell, Buffy Davis, Charlie Carter

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Episode 6

Somewhere Over the Rainbow

Mar 25, 20121h8.3 / 10Finale

On the eve of war, Beryl and Harry face a race against time to get married. Meanwhile, Mr Pritchard makes a decision which throws the running of the house into chaos, until an old face lends a helping hand. And as Lady Agnes returns to London, a dark discovery has explosive consequences for all inside Eaton Place and changes their lives forever.

Directed by Anthony ByrneWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Jean Marsh, Sarah Gordy, Alex Kingston, Ken Bones, Michael Landes, Peter Stark, Sarah Lancashire, Steven Elder

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Episode information updated Jul 22, 2026

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