Lords and ladies, Downton Abbey series 4, episode 3 airs tonight in the United Kingdom!
A detailed synopsis of tonight’s Downton Abbey series 4 storyline offers clues into what we can expect this evening:
Notably, Lady Mary will meet a potential suitor on tonight’s episode who she will quickly bond with because they are dealing with similar experiences in terms of estate control.
‘Downton Abbey’ series 4, episode 3 synopsis
An extravagant house party at the Abbey gives the Crawleys a chance to reconnect with old friends and culminates in a performance by opera singer Dame Nellie Melba.
Among the guests are the eligible Sir John Bullock, who soon attracts the attention of Lady Rose; Gregson, who is keen to win Robert’s approval if he is to make a future with Edith; and Mr Sampson, a slightly mysterious acquaintance from Robert’s gentleman’s club.
Some guests prove more welcome than others and along with the celebrations come skulduggery and heartache.
Below stairs, with preparations in full swing tensions run high, and Mrs. Patmore begins to feel the strain.
Jimmy’s attempts to impress Ivy in front of love-rival Alfred don’t go to plan, and hapless Molesley is made an offer of employment he finds hard to refuse.
Meanwhile, in the elevated circles above Branson finds himself a fish out of water, but the consolation he is offered may come at a high price.
Rose’s attempts to liven up events inadvertently raise painful memories for Mary, and Gregson uses surprising hidden talents to save Robert from a fix and win his respect.
Photos from episode 3 show additional glimpses:
Finally, a trailer for episode 3 depicts more than one new Downton Abbey character:
Downton Abbey series 4, episode 3 airs at 9 p.m. on ITV in the United Kingdom.
Watch ‘Downton Abbey’ online
ITV will offer a free online Downton Abbey stream to those in the U.K. via their official ITV Player. It does not work for those outside of the channel’s viewing area.
PBS will air new Downton Abbey episodes in the United States beginning this January.
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