Downton Abbey

Episode 2

Season 1 Episode 2 | 1h 21m 27s | Video has closed captioning.

Mary entertains three suitors, including a Turkish diplomat whose boldness leads to a surprising event. Downstairs, the shocking former life of Carson, the butler, is unmasked and Bates risks his health to remain valet.

Aired: 12/18/11

Expires: 01/31/24

Rating: TV-PG

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