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Downton Abbey – Season 6, Episode 1

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82% Tomatometer 11 Reviews
Downton Abbey is threatened by extortion and downsizing; Mrs. Hughes poses a sensitive question; Daisy speaks out; Anna and Bates wait.
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Downton Abbey — Season 6, Episode 1

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"Episode 1" uses strong, empathetic performances to combine goofy fun with heart, even if the scenarios feel somewhat repetitive.

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Hugh Bonneville

Robert Crawley

Laura Carmichael

Lady Edith Crawley

Jim Carter

Charles Carson

Raquel Cassidy

Baxter

Brendan Coyle

John Bates

Michelle Dockery

Lady Mary Crawley
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Sarene Leeds Wall Street Journal 06/29/2016
Times have changed, for both the Crawleys, and for their television viewers, and that means we're ready to see these characters move forward, not repeat familiar-looking misfortunes from earlier seasons. Go to Full Review Amy Amatangelo Paste Magazine 06/29/2016
8.2/10
[Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes]' might be the show's best romance. Go to Full Review Jen Chaney New York Magazine/Vulture 06/29/2016
3/5
After five seasons, this show is essentially family, which means we're well-aware of its flaws and manage to still love it - or at least appreciate it - in spite of them. Go to Full Review Andy Swift TV Line 06/29/2016
For those of us who have waited impatiently for the Abbey's hottest will-they-won't-they duo to strip down and get to business, it was a welcome relief to see [Carson and Mrs. Hughes] finally having "the talk." Go to Full Review Caralynn Lippo TV Fanatic 06/29/2016
3.75/5
Downton Abbey Season 6 Episode 1 brought us back to our favorite Yorkshire estate, revisiting a few old themes, wrapping up tired storylines, and introducing future prospects. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Episode Info

Synopsis Downton Abbey is threatened by extortion and downsizing; Mrs. Hughes poses a sensitive question; Daisy speaks out; Anna and Bates wait.
Director
Minkie Spiro
Screenwriter
Julian Fellowes
Network
ITV
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Holiday, History, Drama, Romance
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Sep 20, 2015
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