Downton Abbey: Season 6

What Season 6 of Downton Abbey

Season 6 Episodes

1. 

   6x01 Episode 1

   Sep 20, 2015 · 69 min · ★ 7.3

   It is now 1925, when secrets and rifts threaten the unity of the family, while those below stairs are faced with social changes.

   Directing: Minkie Spiro · Writing: Julian Fellowes · Starring: Kevin Doyle, David Robb, Mark Morrell, Jeremy Swift

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   6x02 Episode 2

   Sep 27, 2015 · 49 min · ★ 7.1

   Lady Mary's meddling gets Mr Carson into trouble with Mrs Hughes. Cora and Violet lock horns over the hospital takeover plans. Robert has a tough decision to make.

   Directing: Minkie Spiro · Writing: Julian Fellowes · Starring: Kevin Doyle, David Robb, Andrew Scarborough, Trevor Cooper

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   6x03 Episode 3

   Oct 4, 2015 · 49 min · ★ 7.5

   Preparations for the wedding of Mr Carson and Mrs Hughes are under way. Edith meets up with an old acquaintance. Spratt has something to hide.

   Directing: Philip John · Writing: Julian Fellowes · Starring: Kevin Doyle, David Robb, Fifi Hart, Ronald Pickup

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   6x04 Episode 4

   Oct 11, 2015 · 49 min · ★ 7.6

   As Tom and Sybbie settle back into life at Downton, the family and servants are surprised by the return of another old friend in unexpected circumstances.

   Directing: Philip John · Writing: Julian Fellowes · Starring: Kevin Doyle, Rose Leslie, Richard Teverson, Philip Battley

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   6x05 Episode 5

   Oct 18, 2015 · 49 min · ★ 7.7

   Neville Chamberlain visits Downton for dinner, and is drawn into Violet’s plan to save the hospital, with distressing consequences for everyone. Andy finds an unexpected confidante while helping Mr Mason move into Yew Tree Farm, Mary is uncertain if she has met her match, Edith meets Bertie Pelham in London, and Spratt comes to Denker’s aid. Mrs Hughes struggles to keep Carson happy, while Mary thinks secrets are being kept from her.

   Directing: Michael Engler · Writing: Julian Fellowes · Starring: Kevin Doyle, David Robb, Fifi Hart, Victoria Emslie

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   6x06 Episode 6

   Oct 25, 2015 · 49 min · ★ 7.7

   The house is made open to the public to raise money for the hospital, an act that divides opinions among the family and the servants. Tensions between Violet and Cora come to a head as a decision is made about the hospital takeover, Mr Dawes has a proposition for Molesley, and Baxter is thrown into turmoil by an unexpected letter. Carson is not happy with Thomas, while Mary and Edith hope to overcome their past and find new happiness with the men in their lives.

   Directing: Michael Engler · Writing: Julian Fellowes · Starring: Kevin Doyle, David Robb, Phoebe Sparrow, Fifi Hart

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   6x07 Episode 7

   Nov 1, 2015 · 49 min · ★ 7.8

   The Crawleys watch Henry compete in a motor racing event, an occasion that leaves Mary reeling. Violet hatches a plan which surprises the family and delights Miss Denker, and learns more about Amelia's intentions in befriending Isobel. Molesley and Daisy rise to the challenges of examination day, Andy's secret is brought to light, Thomas feels isolated, and Mrs Patmore and Mrs Hughes teach Carson a lesson.

   Directing: David Evans · Writing: Julian Fellowes · Starring: Kevin Doyle, Phoebe Sparrow, Sebastian Dunn, Christos Lawton

8. 

   6x08 Episode 8 Season Finale

   Nov 8, 2015 · 75 min · ★ 8.0

   Bertie's circumstances change suddenly, leaving Edith uncertain whether to risk telling him the truth or keep her past a secret at all costs. Mary wonders if she can ever make peace with her sister as hostilities escalate, Spratt shows some hidden talents and Molesley's first day as a teacher does not go according to plan. Mrs Patmore's bed and breakfast attracts unwanted attention, leaving her in need of the Crawleys' help.

   Directing: David Evans · Writing: Julian Fellowes · Starring: Kevin Doyle, Phoebe Sparrow, Fifi Hart, Victoria Emslie

Season 6 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

Elizabeth McGovernCora Crawley8 episodes

Jim CarterCharles Carson8 episodes

Brendan CoyleJohn Bates8 episodes

Penelope WiltonIsobel Merton8 episodes

Raquel CassidyPhyllis Baxter8 episodes

Lesley NicolBeryl Patmore8 episodes

Sophie McSheraDaisy Mason8 episodes

Robert James-CollierThomas Barrow8 episodes

Allen LeechTom Branson8 episodes

Kevin DoyleJoseph Molesley8 episodes

Amaëlle CunninghamGuest Judge8 episodes

Paul CopleyMr. Mason8 episodes

Michael FoxAndy8 episodes

David RobbDr. Clarkson5 episodes

Jeremy SwiftSpratt5 episodes

Matthew GoodeHenry Talbot5 episodes

Samantha BondLady Rosamund Painswick5 episodes

Douglas ReithLord Merton5 episodes

Where to Watch Season 6 of Downton Abbey