Love Mosley. He’s disciplined, principled, analytical to his detriment, funny, vulnerable...just an all around incredible contribution to every storyline in his part. Love him
I loved the character of Mrs. Crawley, too! She's kind and thoughtful and generous and helpful and sweet. Her face was captivating in every scene! She almost didn't need to speak to convey her message!
Yes, but his name is spelled Molesly … w the word Mole in it. I think ALL the characters names described a prominent aspect of their characters!! I’m remembering Eng Lit 101!!
Lady Violet, without any doubts. She is so...British. Maggie Smith wears an ancient and remarkable British perfume in every act and a beautiful world came to life on this absolutely wonderful show.
@@shannondore I remember my Mom used to take us to the drive end and the first time I remember seeing Maggie Smith was at the drive end when my Mom went to go see, "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie". That's the first time I ever saw her and remembered her. My next favorite movie that she was in was "Evil Under the Sun", the Agatha Christie whodunit made in the 70's. She was a riot in that. Also in "Death in the Nile", too, she was a riot.
@@ProudKansan08 How funny!😆 The 1st time I saw her was at a drive in too. "Murder by death" (1976). It was a spoof on detective movies and it was hilarious. The dashing David Niven played her husband. If you've never seen it you got to find it and watch it. It's a great movie.😊
Thomas was honestly my favourite character, partially because of his growth, but also because I felt I could always see how his character thought, or why he did what he did.
When you take into context how gay people were ostracized by society back then, and how being gay meant never being able to live your truth openly, you can understand his anger at those whom society embraces just because they are hetro...he was acting out his own rejection, reflecting their hatred back at them
So incredibly difficult to pick a favorite. Everyone was absolutely brilliant. Maggie Smith blew me away from her very first on-screen appearance. One of the best shows ever made.
She’s my favorite family character! I absolutely adore how she portrays a pinnacle of feminine strength during those times. It’s so fascinating to see how women moved in a world when they had less influence at face value
I think Mrs. Hughes was such a staple character of Downton Abbey! Her character development was amongst my favorites next to Mr. Moseley and Mr. Branson😊
I love Thomas. The writing of his character is perfection. He does a really good job portraying what it must of been like to be a gay man living amongst a bunch of happy people involved in relationships. He has moods and acts accordingly ... just like all of us. I really appreciate that fact that his character is multi-dimensional.
Excuse me, what? Barrow had such an incredible redemption arc towards the latter half of the show that it's absolutely ludicrous to suggest he's any less loveable than the rest. His subplot at the end of the film was one of the most emotionally powerful in the whole movie.
He has a DECENCY about him. I saw this same quality when he was in the 6-part (?) series "North. South'", or something like that. Brendan's essence is ... DECENCY. I hope he's also having a happy private life!
When Sybil died, it made a huge impression of losing someone Thomas cared about because Sybil had been kind to him & not many in this world had shown kindness to him. It justified to a degree how alone Thomas felt in the world. The reason Thomas broke down into tears and allowed Anna to comfort him.......
I love Mr. Bates' shady past, and the darkness in him. He's not someone you want as an enemy, but he's the best guy in the world to have on your side when push comes to shove.
He'll fall on his sword even if you didn't ask him to. Or, to put it in today's terms, he'd resign from his job because someone stole a paper clip (not him), since he at some point in his was a thief. 🙄 He is easily the most frustrating character I've ever watched.
Ah, the English. They take this stuff more seriously and as a job-job, though are still filled with passion and a calling. I remember watching an interview with some actors on the set of Bride and Prejudice (American/British/Indian cast). He described it as the Indians with their own extravagant and glamorous style, the Americans trying to get inside and figure out their characters, and the Brits just being like “let’s get on with it.” 😂
Although I love all the characters , Brendan Coyle (Mr. Bates) is my favorite character. Mr. Bates pulled no punches! No idle threats! What a great series!
Carson is the man I admire and respect the most. Literally a man for all reasons and seasons. Kindly, affectionate, level headed, hardworking and sensible. He knew when to be tough but also when to be tender and understanding and I wish that I had had a father like Carson.
For me it was Bates. Quiet, modest, and kind but covering a lot of scars and pains. He struck me as a man trying to rebuild his life without asking for sympathy or help. He was surrounded by people who had scandals and secrets but passed no judgement on anyone. He could never be shocked or disappointed in people, because, unlike Carson, he never put people on pedestals.
"Aren't as popular as the Crawley family." I think many Downtown watchers would say they were much more popular, aside from Violet, who thanks to Dame Maggie, was the queen of Edwardian shade.
In the Downton Abbey series we have a good mix of upstairs/downstairs stories and characters. No one steals the limelight, they’re all, unlike the characters they portray, equal in the internal struggles of this grand house. Lady Mary is, I have to admit, a personal favourite, but, the whole household is, without question or favouritism, great to watch and get interested in. Thanks to the whole outfit, from sandwich- makers, (if there are any), to the author, Julian Fellowes. We appreciate and love you all.
Think that the writer(s) kept digging up different obstacles to put in the Bates’ March to Happiness. The thing that made me angry, is that Bates wife gets killed so they arrest Bates. Then Anna is raped and guess what?? Anna is put in jail for his murder. It’s almost like they ran out of ideas.
I think Kevin Doyle is outstanding as Moseley, and he is a brilliant actor! The character he plays is one I can easily feel for and agree with, the ambition and longing for something else and better in life.
@@OzmaOfOzz no sugar, Cora is just self aware. She knows that because she is Jewish, she will never completely fit or be seen in Mrs Astor’s ballroom but her money papers over some sins.
Thomas is a horrible person. Each time he is kind or did something nice it's either by accident or to achieve something nefarious. I hated him throughout the entire series; but of course, he is like that because he is 'different' and society hasn't been kind to him.
Thomas Barrow is my FAVORITE character. He is so cute! And as a gay man myself, I often wonder what it would have been like as a gay man during the Era of Downton Abby.
Whoever wrote this script has no understanding of of Thomas Barrow's character. "Downright evil"? What a ridiculous thing to say. Of all the charcaters, Thomas is possibly the most complex.
Wrong, JULIE !!!! They pronounced THOMAS's surname CORRECTLY !!! It's likely a "NORMAN" (French) surname brought to ENGLAND in the NORMAN CONQUEST of ENGLAND in 1066A.D. & therefore it would be pronounced in the FRENCH way !!!!! (Back to school for you, dear !!!). 😄😄😄
@@barbaraannhansen6372 I've never heard anyone pronounce the name colli-eh. Its not Norman French, its an occupational name (they became surnames a lot later than 1066), a collier was a coal miner or someone who dug coal on the surface.
Thomas was my favorite side character for sure. Complex in nature and always feeling alone, what’s not to relate to? Out of the main family, I adored the Dowager Countess and Sybil.
He was alone because of his hatefulness, his constant backbiting and trying to destroy other peoples life is why he was miserable, not by no one else, nor a reason of acceptance for his actions.
I felt like the one playing Sybil was beautiful, but not a great actor. In fact, I felt sorry for Allen Leech; he was able to create a MUCH more believable “love” interest with his new-found Lucy! Her nuanced moves created a much more believable bond than with Sybil - In just the facial acting. It’s hard to act with a principle character who can’t pull off the acting.
I like him as Well. Yes He was Spiteful at times but I Don't quite understand there stance as I felt he had toned down his Hatefulness at the End of the Series!
I loved Jeremy Swift as Septimus Spratt, and his interactions with Sue Johnston as Denker. The way in which they both used their faces to covey their utter contempt of each other was brilliant.
There are so many characters on this show who are incredible. My favourite has to be Thomas. I truly hope he finds peace and happiness. I also love Mrs. Hughes. She reminds me so much of my mother in all the best ways. That caring, gentle nature with a will of iron and a heart that understands and loves. Upstairs, it has to the Dowager Countess. She has all the best lines, and Maggie Smith knows exactly how to deliver them. That quiet little chuckle of hers is priceless. The character reminds me of my grandmother. Strong, indomitable, with the quiet, but sometimes very nasty, undercurrent that speaks of great wit and intelligence.
I really did like Mrs. Pattmore the best and also Mrs Hughes especially how she helped Anna when she was attacked. Almost all the downstairs cast were so relateable. They didn't really talk about the other relationships though.
The fact that they started this whole thing off with a statement about how the downstairs cast is less loved really made me mad. Who didn't love Mrs. Patmore and Anna, and Mrs. Hughes. Ridiculous!
Yes I love everything about Downton abbey. A beautiful show with a beautiful caste. Even though I am of Chinese origin in Singapore I appreciated the beauty subtlety and nuances of the English language and the portrayal of an aristocratic family of that era with noble family values that I find real and attractive not to mention the wit and humour that is not so commonly spoken or heard of in this day. A show that warms my heart and soul that is worth my time to watch! Thank you.
I sort of let my house go while obsessing on this show. Didn't realize it only had 6 season's until BAM!!!! It was like a head-on car crash out of nowhere!!! It just stopped. I may need some therapy 😳
Maggie Smith by far the best. So mature as actress, outstanding performance. She inpersonate Lady Crowley excellent so to be able everyone understand the life and the principles of aristocrats at the time.
I really love Tom Branson. But hard to make a choice. So many characters are amazing : Mrs Hughes, Mr. Barrow, and of course, Anna and Mr. Bates and... well. I loved them all.
I loved Daisy's character, I was so intrigued to find out what good thing was going to happen to her next, she had such a good heart for helping others.
I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED Tom! He was forever walking the tightrope btw. upstairs and downstairs after he married Sybil. Most handsome member of the cast too.
I have seen the Downton Abbey series three times, all its characters are perfect, it is very difficult to choose among so many talents, it is my favorite series, the costumes, the settings, and we must not forget the behind the scenes who made this series a masterpiece, thanks to their talent. Michael Engler, Julian Fellowes, Anna Robins in charge of the fabulous costumes, and many more, the list is long, thanks to all
The young man who played Thomas is actually quite handsome. While playing Thomas he usually had such a pinched, mean look about him, it took away from his beauty.
All the digs at people’s appearances and saying things like “the servants aren’t as popular as the Crawley family” are just really unnecessary negative patter.
It was only once, her niece that worked in Patmore's bed & breakfast referred to her as "Aunt Beryl". I think that is the only time she was called by her first name.
@@_Ernest_8347 Myrtle in the Harry Potter books would have been born in the 1930s. By that time Myrtle would have passed out of popularity. But I don't think that popular fashion counted for much in the wizarding world.
Love the entire cast. Matthew Crawley was especially easy on the eye if a bit surly and awkward. The Downstairs crew were all just excellent. Perfectly cast and most relatable. New film coming in May. Might have to break down and go to the cinema.
Mrs Crawley! I just love her…she is such a good person and doesn’t take any stuff from the dowager…after her Cora. The best ever was Mrs Levinson…gotta love Shirley Maclaine.
My favorite character was Edith. Just because she was the second sister was no reason she shouldn't be happy to. After all, she & Mary had the same parents.
It is difficult to choose a favorite among such a wonderful and talented cast of totally believable characters. The wonderful writing of the script and direction gave value to everyone. If I had to choose one, it would be Daisy, the most diminutive role superbly played.
Thomas Barrow is not my favorite character but most respected actor. It's easy to play the role of someone likeable but truly hard to play a character where the audience would despised you. That being said, I hope he gets more TV/movie offers in the future.
And I appreciate him being honest about the consequences of playing a character like that and the risk of being typecast. You can tell he wants to always give it his best, so he won't take jobs just to stay on screen, he wants the roles to be constructive for his talent and career. I'm sorry he's not on social media, because I would have gladly followed him, but I understand that choice too.
I have grown to love Downtown Abbey. For those who are my age you know it's a carbon copy or spin of a wonderful show that aired in the 1970's called "Upstairs Downstairs". The show was simply magnificent!
Difficult to pick one. They are all good as each other. Everyone plays their characters so strong. In the first couple of seasons it was Daisy whome I really admired. I felt she was special and the series wasn't complete without her. But as time went by, watching more episodes I feel all the characters are unique. Mosley is funny and I like him too. They all play incredibly good. 👍🏻👍🏻
Cathy Springfield- he bridged middle class and nobility. The person who bridged working-class and nobility was Tom the chauffeur. There was a very big social difference between a solicitor and a chauffeur.
I hate not getting to the question immediately with a definitive pick, but I have to say first that I loved (love) all of them!!! That said, I was always most intrigued by Thomas, tragic but looking for a way to rise above, to feel good about himself, to find his place in life, to be happy. Not oblivious to his dark side however. Like I said, most intrigued by Thomas.
I have no favourite in this great series. I like them all!! They are beautiful people with great acting skills! They started to feel like family after a few episodes.
the lady who played umbridge, oh lord i have not seen the show, but if she enters the cast everyone can sit down. that lady singlehandedly made a whole generation hate her , even despise her THATS how good of an actor she is . even after all this years i cant shake the uneasy feeling when i see her and i bet she is a lovely lady in RL
For myself, Downton Abbey represents that special show like Upstairs, Downstairs from the 1970s. It has heart, wit, class, taste, and style. The characters are so delightfully complex and yet so relatable to people of numerous classes. Its progressive views are still very suitable for the conservatives, but manage to strike a chord with more modern individuals.
Downton Abbey Downstairs ! Geweldige serie. Heb er van genoten! alle spelers in hun rol, hebben de serie Geweldig gespeeld. Jammer, dat het is afgelopen. ging er heerlijk voor zitten met een kopje thee of glaasje wijn, voor de televisie.
Of course I hated O'Brien and Barrow , very unlikely that such staff would be tolerated to stay after all they did by the way... Couldn't choose among the other staff , I loved them all so much , all so good ! My pick : maybe Mr Bates , so mysterious . Daisy so lovely and Anna so brave and beautiful. Upstairs : Mathew is unbeatable !
The title of this was Real Life Partners, but yet they forgot to mention Robert James Collier's wife and son. I would have loved to have heard their love story.
My favorite character has to be Mary. I identify completely with her strong persona & drive. She’s the mastermind that keeps the family afloat. I just wish her & Matthew could’ve lived happily ever after.
Thomas Barrow is my favorite. And also I really tired of suffering of Bates family. Because of it I like them less, sometimes even hate them, and didn't pay attention to scenes with them both.
