Masterpiece, Downton Abbey, Season 2
PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1 / WEAO 49.1):
Sundays, June 14-July 26 at 10 PM
Mondays, June 15-July 13, at 3 AM
Mondays, June 20-July 27, at 3 AM
Fusion (WNEO 45.2 / WEAO 49.2):
Sundays, June 21-Aug. 2, at 2 PM
Multiple Emmy® winner (including Best Miniseries!) DOWNTON ABBEY resumes the story of aristocrats and servants in the tumultuous World War I era. The international hit is written by Julian Fellowes and stars Dame Maggie Smith, Elizabeth McGovern, Hugh Bonneville, plus a drawing room full of new actors, portraying the loves, feuds, and sacrifices of a glittering culture thrown into crisis.
Part One
Two years into World War I, Downton Abbey is in turmoil, as Matthew and other young men go to war — or avoid it. The women also pitch in, and many couples see their romantic dreams dashed.
Part Two
Downton is turned into a convalescent home with Thomas in charge. Meanwhile, Lavinia and Sir Richard’s secret comes out, Anna tracks down Bates, and Branson seizes his chance to strike a blow for Ireland.
Part Three
Isobel and Cora lock horns over control of Downton’s medical role. Mrs. Bird starts a soup kitchen. And Matthew and William go on a perilous patrol behind German lines.
Part Four
In the climactic battle of the war, Matthew and William go over the top to an uncertain fate. Vera plays a cruel endgame with Bates and Anna. And Daisy faces the severest test of her life.
Part Five
As the war nears its end, Downton’s aristocrats and servants put their lives back together. Mary and Sir Richard go estate hunting. And a mysterious wounded officer makes a shocking revelation.
Part Six
The Spanish flu strikes Downton, disrupting one match, hastening another, and transforming the fortunes of all. Mary, Sybil, and Robert each confront a moment of truth. And Anna and Bates know a moment of happiness.
Part Seven
In the season 2 finale, the family gathers at Downton Abbey for Christmas.