Downton Abbey
Created by Julian Fellowes
On ITV1
A stately, visually sumptuous chronicle of an English country estate across the early 20th century, balancing intimate domestic relationships with the slow erosion of aristocratic privilege.
A chronicle of 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.
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Is Downton Abbey one of a kind? Yes. More singular than 87% of series.
Is Downton Abbey easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 86% of series.
Is Downton Abbey scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 70% of series.
Is Downton Abbey violent? Not especially. Less violent than 70% of series.
Is Downton Abbey sad? Somewhat. More sad than 66% of series.
Does Downton Abbey leave you hopeful? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Downton Abbey
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Downton Abbey
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Downton Abbey, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Downton Abbey, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Downton Abbey, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
