Downton Abbey: Season 2

What Season 2 of Downton Abbey

Season 2 Episodes

1. 

   2x01 Episode 1

   Sep 18, 2011 · 69 min · ★ 7.7

   The Great War unsettles life at Downton and surprising news about Matthew rocks the family. New maid Ethel irritates O'Brien - and Bates returns with devastating news for Anna.

   Directing: Ashley Pearce · Writing: Julian Fellowes · Starring: Thomas Howes, Allen Leech, Kevin Doyle, David Robb

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   2x02 Episode 2

   Sep 25, 2011 · 55 min · ★ 6.5

   Carson is finding it tough maintaining standards in the house, and the suicide of a young officer prompts Isobel to suggest converting Downton Abbey into a convalescent hospital.

   Directing: Ashley Pearce · Writing: Julian Fellowes · Starring: Thomas Howes, Allen Leech, Kevin Doyle, David Robb

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   2x03 Episode 3

   Oct 2, 2011 · 55 min · ★ 7.2

   After Downton is turned into a convalescent home for wounded officers, Matthew brings a general to visit, but Branson has a surprise in store. And is Lavinia hiding something?

   Directing: Andy Goddard · Writing: Julian Fellowes · Starring: Allen Leech, David Robb, Thomas Campbell, Cal MacAninch

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   2x04 Episode 4

   Oct 9, 2011 · 54 min · ★ 7.1

   Tensions flare between Isobel and Cora. Ethel's flirtation with Major Bryant lands her in hot water. There is worrying news about Matthew. Branson declares his feelings for Sybil.

   Directing: Brian Kelly · Writing: Julian Fellowes · Starring: Allen Leech, Kevin Doyle, David Robb, Christine Lohr

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   2x05 Episode 5

   Oct 16, 2011 · 55 min · ★ 7.7

   Robert receives some shocking news from the front. Daisy's relationship with William moves faster than she would like. Vera threatens to expose old secrets.

   Directing: Brian Kelly · Writing: Julian Fellowes · Starring: Allen Leech, Kevin Doyle, David Robb, Zoe Boyle

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   2x06 Episode 6

   Oct 23, 2011 · 55 min · ★ 7.8

   Carlisle threatens to ruin Mary if she jilts him. A major comes to stay - but is he really who he claims to be? Bates learns that Vera has succeeded in scuppering the divorce.

   Directing: Andy Goddard · Writing: Julian Fellowes

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   2x07 Episode 7

   Oct 30, 2011 · 55 min · ★ 7.9

   How long can Sybil and Branson keep their secret? Carlisle puts Anna in a difficult position, Bates is left reeling from the news about Vera, and Thomas embarks on a new scheme.

   Directing: James Strong · Writing: Julian Fellowes · Starring: Kevin McNally

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   2x08 Episode 8 Season Finale

   Nov 6, 2011 · 70 min · ★ 7.4

   With the wedding approaching there is excitement in the air, but will Branson's plans rattle everyone? A decisive Anna forces Bates to think about their future.

   Directing: James Strong · Writing: Julian Fellowes · Starring: Kevin McNally

Season 2 Cast

Maggie SmithViolet Crawley8 episodes

Michelle DockeryMary Crawley8 episodes

Laura CarmichaelEdith Crawley8 episodes

Joanne FroggattAnna Smith8 episodes

Hugh BonnevilleRobert Crawley8 episodes

Phyllis LoganMrs. Hughes8 episodes

Jessica Brown FindlaySybil Crawley8 episodes

Elizabeth McGovernCora Crawley8 episodes

Jim CarterCharles Carson8 episodes

Brendan CoyleJohn Bates8 episodes

Penelope WiltonIsobel Merton8 episodes

Amy NuttallEthel Parks8 episodes

Lesley NicolBeryl Patmore8 episodes

Sophie McSheraDaisy Mason8 episodes

Siobhan FinneranSarah O'Brien8 episodes

Robert James-CollierThomas Barrow8 episodes

Dan StevensMatthew Crawley8 episodes

Allen LeechTom Branson5 episodes

David RobbDr. Clarkson5 episodes

Kevin DoyleJoseph Molesley4 episodes

Zoe BoyleLavinia Swire4 episodes

Daniel PirrieMajor Charles Bryant3 episodes

Thomas HowesWilliam Mason2 episodes

Stephen VenturaDavis2 episodes

Where to Watch Season 2 of Downton Abbey