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Goodbye Downton, Hello New Period Drama!

Suffering from Downton Abbey Withdrawals? These Should Help.

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Goodbye Downton, Hello New Period Drama!
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If you're like me, your probably wondering what you should watch after the finale of "Downton Abbey" ended earlier this year (at least for those of us here in America). Although we all know that nothing and nobody can ever replace the lovely Crawleys and their servants, here are five shows to satisfy the "Downton Abbey" withdrawals:

1. Upstairs Downstairs (2010 version)

A new family and their servants live at the London townhouse at 165 Eaton Place in 1936.

I have heard wonderful things about this series, that it's very much like "Downton Abbey" and that the storylines are great. Better late than never to jump on this bandwagon! Where to Watch: Hulu, PBS.org

2. Poldark (2015 version)

Ross Poldark returns home after American Revolutionary War and rebuilds his life with a new business venture, making new enemies and finding a new love where he least expects it.

This show is wonderful! If you love the character of Kili from "The Hobbit" movies, this is the show for you!

Where to Watch: PBS.org/masterpiece

3. Victoria (2017 TV Series)

The early life of Queen Victoria, from her accession to the throne at the tender age of 18 through to her courtship and marriage to Prince Albert.

I've always loved learning about royalty, and Queen Victoria is no exception! I can't wait for this show to start! It will be taking the time slot that "Downton" held in 2017.

Where to watch: PBS.org/masterpiece.

4. The Crown (2016)

The Crown focuses on Queen Elizabeth II as a 25-year-old newlywed faced with the daunting prospect of leading the world's most famous monarchy while forging a relationship with legendary Prime Minister, Sir Winston Churchill. The British Empire is in decline, the political world is in disarray, and a young woman takes the throne....a new era is dawning. Peter Morgan's masterfully researched scripts reveal the Queen's private journey behind the public facade with daring frankness. Prepare to be welcomed into the coveted world of power and privilege and behind locked doors in Westminster and Buckingham Palace....the leaders of an empire await.

This show looks so good! It's perfect for Doctor Who fans too, because Matt Smith will be playing Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Where to watch: The pilot premieres through Netflix on November 4th!

5. North & South (2004 TV Series)

"North and South" is a four-part adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell's love story of Margaret Hale, a middle class southerner who is forced to move to the northern town of Milton.

This show also looks really good! I've had people tell me I should watch this series a lot. It is quite short (only four episodes) so it shouldn't be too hard to get into!

Where to Watch: Youtube, Netflix.

I hope this helps those of us suffering from the loss of our beloved "Downton!" Happy watching everyone!

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