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.
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.
Nick agrees to accompany Ellie to a doctor’s appointment to discuss IVF treatment, but when a career opportunity arises, he ends up breaking his promise. Meanwhile, David worries the past…
