Fair rating?Downton Abbey· Season 5 · Episode 2
Episode 2
A bombshell was dropped in last week's edition, and it's clear as this episode begins that the household, both upstairs and down, is still coming to terms with what has happened - and it falls on Robert's broad shoulders to make what could be a far-reaching decision about the situation. Rose, meanwhile, seems more concerned with persuading him to buy a wireless than what is happening to those around her - but then again, she's always been trapped in her own self-centred little world. In the kitchen, Mrs Patmore thinks she may have found a way to help Daisy cope with her studies, while Thomas' devious ways look set to scupper Baxter's friendship with Molesley. Finally, as Lord Merton continues to woo Isobel, Anna is reluctantly drawn into Mary's latest scheme.
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#4In Season 5of 8 rated episodes
#29All-timeof 47 rated episodes
−0.0vs season avgSeason 5 averages 8.0
2014First airedSeptember 28, 2014
Guest stars
Douglas Reithas Richard "Dickie" Grey, Lord Merton
Howard Wardas Sergeant Willis
Andrew Scarboroughas Tim Drewe
Daisy Lewisas Sarah Bunting
Emma Lowndesas Mrs Drewe
Richard E. Grantas Simon Bricker
Helen Shealsas Mrs WiganBen Bradshawas Chemist
Naomi Radcliffeas Mrs. ElcotOliver Ashworthas Wireless Technician
Jon Gloveras King George V (voice)Keiran Flynnas Hotel Receptionist
Simon Lawsonas Man in Chemist
Roberta Kerras Chemist's AssistantCrew
Catherine MorsheadDirector
Julian FellowesWriterShows like Downton Abbey
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