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S04E01·7.9·September 22, 2013·1h 30m·ITV1

Harriet Walter (Law & Order: UK) joins the cast as the costume drama returns. Following Matthew's shocking death, new mother Mary is struggling to come to terms with her loss, and Robert and Violet disagree over how to handle the situation. Downstairs, Jimmy finally takes an interest in Ivy, while Carson receives an unwelcome reminder of his past. Mrs Hughes sees a chance to help grief-stricken Isobel, and Thomas has the children's nanny in his sights.

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#3In Season 4of 8 rated episodes

#40All-timeof 47 rated episodes

+0.1vs season avgSeason 4 averages 7.8

2013First airedSeptember 22, 2013

Guest stars

Jeremy Swiftas Spratt

Charles Edwardsas Michael Gregson

MyAnna Buringas Edna Braithwaite

Harriet Walteras Lady Prudence Shackleton

Nicky Hensonas Charles Grigg

Bernard Gallagheras Bill Molesley

Di Botcheras Nanny West

Helen Shealsas Postmistress

Nigel Bettsas Farmer

Tristan Beintas Waiter

Moray Treadwellas Farmer

Christina Cartyas Virginia Woolf

Edward Scott-Clarkeas Restaurant Waiter

Crew

David EvansDirector

Julian FellowesWriter

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