The Manners of Downton Abbey

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  • 2015
  • 1 Season
  • 7.5  (135)

The Manners of Downton Abbey is a documentary series that premiered in 2015 on PBS, hosted by Alastair Bruce. The show takes viewers behind the scenes of the hit British drama Downton Abbey, exploring the historical context and etiquette that shaped the world of the Crawley family and their staff.

Over the course of six episodes, Bruce delves into a variety of topics related to aristocratic manners and protocol, drawing on his extensive experience as a historical advisor on Downton Abbey and his years of research into the customs of the British upper classes.

Each episode of the series focuses on a different aspect of life at Downton Abbey, from the nuances of formal dinners and tea parties to the intricacies of dress and d

The Manners of Downton Abbey is a series that ran for 1 seasons (2 episodes) between January 4, 2015 and on PBS

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The Manners of Downton Abbey
1. The Manners of Downton Abbey
January 4, 2015
What goes on behind-the-scenes to get the manners of 1900s Britain exactly right on Downton Abbey? Enter the world of Edwardian manners with host Alastair Bruce, historian, expert on royal ceremony and custom, and the historical advisor to the hit drama series. This one-hour documentary features revealing interviews with leading cast members, including Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, Elizabeth McGovern, Laura Carmichael, Joanne Froggatt, Brendan Coyle, Sophie McShera, and many others. Discover the secrets of how the aristocratic set dined and dressed, how they married and made money, how they interacted with the servants (and the servants interacted with each other), and above all why they behaved as they did. Illustrated with memorable moments from Downton Abbey, the program is a treat for fans and anyone fascinated with the customs of early 1900s Britain.
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0. How to Make a Dress
January 4, 2015
Go behind-the-scenes with Michelle Dockery (Lady Mary) and Hannah Spearing (Costume Department) at the Downton Abbey costume workshop to see firsthand how designers transform vintage finds into 1920s couture.
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The Manners of Downton Abbey is a documentary series that premiered in 2015 on PBS, hosted by Alastair Bruce. The show takes viewers behind the scenes of the hit British drama Downton Abbey, exploring the historical context and etiquette that shaped the world of the Crawley family and their staff.

Over the course of six episodes, Bruce delves into a variety of topics related to aristocratic manners and protocol, drawing on his extensive experience as a historical advisor on Downton Abbey and his years of research into the customs of the British upper classes.

Each episode of the series focuses on a different aspect of life at Downton Abbey, from the nuances of formal dinners and tea parties to the intricacies of dress and d

The Manners of Downton Abbey is a series that ran for 1 seasons (2 episodes) between January 4, 2015 and on PBS

Where to Watch The Manners of Downton Abbey
The Manners of Downton Abbey is available for streaming on the PBS website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Manners of Downton Abbey on demand at Vudu and Google Play.
  • Premiere Date
    January 4, 2015
  • IMDB Rating
    7.5  (135)
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