Upstairs, Downstairs

TV-14
2011
5 Seasons
8.3 (2,731)

Upstairs Downstairs is the sequel to the popular 1970's television show of the same name. Written by Heidi Thomas, the nine-episode story of 165 Eaton Place picks up in 1936, six years after the original family and staff vacate. The new owner, Sir Hallam Holland (Ed Stoppard), is a Foreign Office diplomat who inherited Eaton Place, a large fortune, and a title. He and his newly married wife, Lady Agnes (Keeley Hawes), the daughter of the 12th Earl of Towyn, move into the magnificent, neglected house with plans for restoration. Sir Hallam and Lady Agnes enlist the help of Rose Buck (Jean Marsh) who is only too happy to return to Eaton Place as housekeeper, responsible for engaging the new staff. Rose deems Mr. Warwick Pritchard (Adrian Scarborough), ready to take his place as butler, and true to his position, Mr. Pritchard is discreet, well spoken, and meticulous. When Rose suffers a setback, Pritchard and the cook, Mrs. Clarice Thackeray (Anne Reid), engage in a power struggle. Mrs. Thackeray, a nosey, judgmental, kind-hearted widow, who is very vocal about the high standards she sets for herself and the other staff. Lady Agnes's younger sister, Lady Persephone

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16. Whither Shall I Wander?

December 21, 1975

Summer 1930. Eaton Place is sold, and James's debt means Georgina inherits nothing. Will Robert return for her after all? As the saga ends, upstairs and downstairs go their separate ways.

15. All the King's Horses

December 14, 1975

October 1929. Home after making a killing on Wall Street, James urges the Bellamy household to get on the gravy train, and Rose trusts James to invest for her.

14. Noblesse Oblige

December 7, 1975

Summer 1929. Georgina and Robert want to marry. His parents agree, with a catch: the pair must not see each other for a time. Downstairs, Mrs. Bridges and Ruby are at odds.

13. Joke Over

November 30, 1975

Summer 1928. Georgina's out-of-control behavior causes more trouble for the Bellamys. When a joyride proves fatal, Lord Robert Stockbridge comes to Georgina's aid.

12. Will Ye No' Come Back Again?

November 23, 1975

On a household holiday in the Scottish Highlands, Hudson confronts a poacher. James reveals his feelings for Georgina, but when she doesn't return his ardor, he leaves abruptly for America.

11. Alberto

November 16, 1975

June 1927. James takes Lady Prudence to Ascot. Georgina's friendship with Lady Dolly Hale, a wild society girl, leads to an ugly scene and the departure of a key servant.

10. The Understudy

November 9, 1975

September 1926. Eaton Place hosts an important dinner party for the French ambassador. When Hudson falls ill, someone must take his place, causing a crisis downstairs.

9. The Nine Days Wonder

November 2, 1975

May 1926. Britain's General Strike of 1926 rattles the Bellamy household. Lord Richard is dismayed, James takes a job as a bus conductor, and Hudson struggles to keep order downstairs.

8. Such a Lovely Man

October 26, 1975

Summer 1925. Seeking an important government post, Lord Richard courts influential millionaire Sir Guy Paynter. But Guy is more interested in Virginia. Meanwhile, Ruby has a suitor.

7. Disillusion

October 19, 1975

Spring 1924. Georgina returns from America with news of Elizabeth. Hudson stuns the household when he falls in love with Lily, a young house maid, and gives notice.

6. An Old Flame

October 12, 1975

Spring 1923. Bored with life, James takes up with his best friend's wife. When they spend a weekend together in a cottage, the Bellamys barely avert a scandal.

5. Wanted--A Good Home

October 5, 1975

Spring 1922. Virginia's son goes to boarding school, and her daughter gets a puppy. The imperious new governess is not pleased, and soon Eaton Place is in an uproar.

4. The Joy Ride

September 28, 1975

Autumn 1921. James buys a small airplane and takes his young stepmother for a spin. When the plane disappears, the household prepares for the worst and the press has a field day.

3. Laugh a Little Louder Please

September 21, 1975

Summer 1921. The Viscount and her Ladyship travel for their honeymoon. While they're away, Georgina throws a wild party at Eaton Place that ends in tragedy.

2. A Place in the World

September 14, 1975

February 1920: Medically discharged from the army, James enters politics but refuses any guidance from his father.

1. On with the Dance

September 7, 1975

Summer 1919. Upstairs, Lord and Lady Bellamy make plans to leave Eaton Place. Downstairs, the servants fear for their jobs. Fortunately, Virginia's young children save the day.

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Description

The new owner, Sir Hallam Holland (Ed Stoppard), is a Foreign Office diplomat who inherited Eaton Place, a large fortune, and a title. He and his newly married wife, Lady Agnes (Keeley Hawes), the daughter of the 12th Earl of Towyn, move into the magnificent, neglected house with plans for restoration.

Sir Hallam and Lady Agnes enlist the help of Rose Buck (Jean Marsh) who is only too happy to return to Eaton Place as housekeeper, responsible for engaging the new staff. Rose deems Mr. Warwick Pritchard (Adrian Scarborough), ready to take his place as butler, and true to his position, Mr. Pritchard is discreet, well spoken, and meticulous.

When Rose suffers a setback, Pritchard and the cook, Mrs. Clarice Thackeray (Anne Reid), engage in a power struggle. Mrs. Thackeray, a nosey, judgmental, kind-hearted widow, who is very vocal about the high standards she sets for herself and the other staff.

Lady Agnes's younger sister, Lady PersephoneUpstairs, Downstairs is a series that is currently running and has 5 seasons (69 episodes). The series first aired on April 24, 2011.

Where to Watch Upstairs, Downstairs

Upstairs, Downstairs is available for streaming on the Acorn Media website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Upstairs, Downstairs on demand at Amazon Prime, Amazon and Apple TV.