TV series
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.
Streaming, rental and purchase options
Checked Jul 22, 2026
Upstairs Downstairs is available to stream on Britbox, Britbox (Via Amazon Prime), Hulu, Peacock, Peacock Premium, Prime Video, Hoopla, and The Roku Channel in United States. You can also rent or buy it from Google Play, Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
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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Episode 1
Diplomat Sir Hallam Holland moves into the iconic townhouse along with his wife, Lady Agnes. With the help of former parlormaid Rose Buck, they launch a whole new era for the sumptuous home at the heart of Upstairs Downstairs.
Directed by Euros LynWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Nico Mirallegro, Blake Ritson, Jean Marsh, Eileen Atkins, Edward Baker-Duly, Ellie Kendrick, Anthony Calf, Caroline O'Neill
Episode 2
With no sign of a thaw in relations between Lady Agnes and Maud, Hallam finds his diplomatic skills put to the test at home as well as at work. The servants are intrigued by a mysterious new addition to the household, while a restless Lady Persie embarks on a dangerous flirtation, and is drawn to the thrill of radical politics.
Directed by Euros LynWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Jean Marsh, Eileen Atkins, Alexia James, Ian Barritt, Ellie Kendrick, Anthony Calf, Helen Bradbury, Sarah Crowden
Episode 3
Sir Hallam finds himself at the centre of a national crisis when his friend, the Duke of Kent, asks for help. Meanwhile, storm clouds are gathering within 165 Eaton Place, with Lady Agnes's growing fear over the imminent arrival of her baby, and the servants' concern for Lotte, who refuses to speak. But, as the king finally abdicates, Hallam makes a discovery that will change his life forever.
Directed by Saul MetzsteinWritten by Heidi ThomasGuest stars Nico Mirallegro, Blake Ritson, Jean Marsh, Eileen Atkins, Alexia James, Sarah Gordy, Edward Baker-Duly, Ellie Kendrick
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
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
BBC OneUnited Kingdom
BBC Cymru WalesUnited Kingdom
MasterpieceUnited States
