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The Worst Episodes of Upstairs Downstairs

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Worst episode
S2E1 A Faraway Country About Which We Know Nothing
7.1211 votes
Best episode
S2E6 Somewhere Over the Rainbow
8.0186 votes
Top season
Season 2
7.5avg
Binge time
9h 0m
9 episodes
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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Upstairs Downstairs Season 2 Episode 1 - A Faraway Country About Which We Know Nothing
    7.1/10(211 votes)

    S2:E1

    As 165 Eaton Place reopens its doors, two new arrivals make their mark. But whilst Sir Hallam's forthright aunt Blanche disrupts life upstairs, feisty new maid Beryl struggles to adjust to life in service. Meanwhile, Lady Agnes' concern for her children reveals a dark secret about Mr Pritchard. Sir Hallam's preoccupation with burgeoning Nazi Germany leads him into dangerous waters, and a chance meeting with an unexpected face unlocks a hidden desire within.

    Director:Marc Jobst
    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  2. Upstairs Downstairs Season 2 Episode 3 - A Perfect Specimen of Womanhood
    7.3/10(181 votes)

    S2:E3

    Blanche comes face to face with her former lover when a scandalous novel is published and, when the passion between the pair reignites, begins to consider a life away from Eaton Place. Downstairs, Beryl's decision to take a stand causes serious ructions to the running of the house until a familiar face offers wise words. Meanwhile, when Lady Persie reveals a shocking secret to Sir Hallam, the pair get ever closer as Persie is forced to make a life changing decision about her future.

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  3. Upstairs Downstairs Season 1 Episode 1 - The Fledgling
    7.4/10(287 votes)

    S1:E1

    Diplomat Sir Hallam Holland moves into the iconic townhouse along with his wife, Lady Agnes. With the help of former parlormaid Rose Buck, they launch a whole new era for the sumptuous home at the heart of Upstairs Downstairs.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  4. Upstairs Downstairs Season 1 Episode 2 - The Ladybird
    7.4/10(238 votes)

    S1:E2

    With no sign of a thaw in relations between Lady Agnes and Maud, Hallam finds his diplomatic skills put to the test at home as well as at work. The servants are intrigued by a mysterious new addition to the household, while a restless Lady Persie embarks on a dangerous flirtation, and is drawn to the thrill of radical politics.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  5. Upstairs Downstairs Season 2 Episode 4 - All the Things You Are
    7.4/10(167 votes)

    S2:E4

    Harry, deemed too old to participate in a local boxing championship, takes Johnny under his wing to teach him the ropes. With Lady Agnes being drawn to the charms of Caspar Landry and Sir Hallam's growing infatuation with Lady Persie, this once happy couple seems to be drifting further apart, much to the pleasure of Lady Persie who seems to be getting far too much enjoyment from the conquest of her sister's husband. Mr. Amanjit finds himself a target of racial discrimination.

    Director:Brendan Maher
    Writer:Jeffrey Hatcher

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  6. Upstairs Downstairs Season 2 Episode 5 - The Last Waltz
    7.5/10(171 votes)

    S2:E5

    As 165 Eaton Place prepares for the Annual Servants' Ball, Mr Pritchard enjoys a romance with fellow servant Miss Whisset, and starts to wonder if there is more to life than service. With war looming, Harry has a proposition for Beryl, however, a shocking revelation threatens to thwart their plans. Meanwhile, as Lady Persie and Sir Hallam continue their torrid affair, Sir Hallam is about to discover just how destructive his actions have been.

    Director:Brendan Maher
    Writers:Steve Thompson, Debbie O'Malley

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  7. Upstairs Downstairs Season 1 Episode 3 - The Cuckoo
    7.5/10(218 votes)

    S1:E3

    Sir Hallam finds himself at the centre of a national crisis when his friend, the Duke of Kent, asks for help. Meanwhile, storm clouds are gathering within 165 Eaton Place, with Lady Agnes's growing fear over the imminent arrival of her baby, and the servants' concern for Lotte, who refuses to speak. But, as the king finally abdicates, Hallam makes a discovery that will change his life forever.

    Director:Saul Metzstein
    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  8. Upstairs Downstairs Season 2 Episode 2 - The Love That Pays the Price
    7.6/10(181 votes)

    S2:E2

    Lady Agnes catches the eye of charismatic American millionaire Caspar Landry but, as she and Sir Hallam look to their future, a tragic turn of events leaves their promised dreams - and a close family member - in jeopardy. Downstairs, Mrs Thackeray makes a momentous decision, which throws the running of the house into chaos. Blanche and Mr Amanjit continue to clash, until a heart-breaking cause compels them to reconsider their differences.

    Director:Marc Jobst
    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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  9. Upstairs Downstairs Season 2 Episode 6 - Somewhere Over the Rainbow
    8.0/10(186 votes)

    S2:E6

    On the eve of war, Beryl and Harry face a race against time to get married. Meanwhile, Mr Pritchard makes a decision which throws the running of the house into chaos, until an old face lends a helping hand. And as Lady Agnes returns to London, a dark discovery has explosive consequences for all inside Eaton Place and changes their lives forever.

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Heidi Thomas

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Worst Episodes Summary

"A Faraway Country About Which We Know Nothing" is the worst rated episode of Upstairs Downstairs. It scored 7.1/10 from 211 votes. Directed by Marc Jobst and written by Heidi Thomas, it aired on February 19, 2012. This episode scored 0.2 points lower than the second lowest rated, "A Perfect Specimen of Womanhood".

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