The BEST episodes of Downton Abbey season 2
Every episode of Downton Abbey season 2, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Downton Abbey season 2!
Downton Abbey depicts the lives of the aristocratic Crawley family and their servants in the post-Edwardian era—with great events in history having an effect on their lives and on the British social hierarchy.
#1 - Episode 8
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/6/2011
With the wedding approaching there is excitement in the air, but will Branson's plans rattle everyone? A decisive Anna forces Bates to think about their future.
#2 - Episode 5
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/16/2011
Robert receives some shocking news from the front. Daisy's relationship with William moves faster than she would like. Vera threatens to expose old secrets.
#3 - Episode 4
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/9/2011
Tensions flare between Isobel and Cora. Ethel's flirtation with Major Bryant lands her in hot water. There is worrying news about Matthew. Branson declares his feelings for Sybil.
#4 - Episode 1
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/18/2011
The Great War unsettles life at Downton and surprising news about Matthew rocks the family. New maid Ethel irritates O'Brien - and Bates returns with devastating news for Anna.
#5 - Episode 7
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/30/2011
How long can Sybil and Branson keep their secret? Carlisle puts Anna in a difficult position, Bates is left reeling from the news about Vera, and Thomas embarks on a new scheme.
#6 - Episode 6
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/23/2011
Carlisle threatens to ruin Mary if she jilts him. A major comes to stay - but is he really who he claims to be? Bates learns that Vera has succeeded in scuppering the divorce.
#7 - Episode 2
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/25/2011
Carson is finding it tough maintaining standards in the house, and the suicide of a young officer prompts Isobel to suggest converting Downton Abbey into a convalescent hospital.
#8 - Episode 3
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/2/2011
After Downton is turned into a convalescent home for wounded officers, Matthew brings a general to visit, but Branson has a surprise in store. And is Lavinia hiding something?