Upstairs, Downstairs

Upstairs, Downstairs (1971-1975)

EndedScripted showDrama

Upstairs, Downstairs is a British television drama series originally produced by London Weekend Television and revived by the BBC.

Set in a large townhouse in Edwardian, First World War and interwar Belgravia in London, the series depicts the lives of the servants "downstairs" and their masters—the family "upstairs". Great events feature prominently in the episodes but minor or gradual changes are also noted. The series stands as a document of the social and technological changes that occurred between 1903 and 1930.

The series follows the lives of both the family and the servants in the London townhouse at 165 Eaton Place. Richard Bellamy, the head of the household, is a member of Parliament, and his wife a member of the titled aristocracy. Belowstairs, Hudson, the Scottish butler directs and guides the other servants about their tasks and (sometimes) their proper place. Real-life events from 1903-1930 are incorporated into the stories of the Bellamy household.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 20:50 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E16Whither Shall I Wander?déc. 21, 1975
S05E15All the King's Horsesdéc. 14, 1975
S05E14Noblesse Obligedéc. 7, 1975
S05E13Joke Overnov. 30, 1975
S05E12Will Ye No Come Back Again?nov. 23, 1975
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Upstairs, Downstairs' premiere?

'Upstairs, Downstairs' premiered on October 10, 1971.

Who created 'Upstairs, Downstairs'?

'Upstairs, Downstairs' was created by Jean Marsh and Eileen Atkins.

What is the genre of 'Upstairs, Downstairs'?

'Upstairs, Downstairs' falls under the genre of drama.

In which year does the show take place?

'Upstairs, Downstairs' is set in the early 1900s, around the time leading up to World War I.

What is the name of the family that resides 'Upstairs'?

The family that resides 'Upstairs' is the Bellamy family.

What is the name of the main butler character who works 'Downstairs'?

The name of the main butler character who works 'Downstairs' is Hudson.

Who played the character of Hudson?

Hudson was played by actor Gordon Jackson.

What was the occupation of the Bellamy family's patriarch?

The Bellamy family's patriarch was a member of the Parliament.

What was the name of the family's London house?

The name of the family's London house was 165 Eaton Place.

What was the name of the Bellamy family's maid?

The name of the Bellamy family's maid was Rose.

Who played the character of Rose?

Actress Jean Marsh played the character of Rose.

What is the name of the 'Upstairs' family's youngest daughter?

The 'Upstairs' family's youngest daughter is called Georgina.

Who played the character of Georgina?

Georgina was played by actress Lesley-Anne Down.

What is the name of the 'Upstairs' family's son-in-law?

The 'Upstairs' family's son-in-law is called Richard Bellamy.

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