When Anna defends herself, asking why she would want to do that, Bates replies, "Because you think I'm a murderer." Lord Grantham told Cora that the witness who had identified Anna was having doubts and "the police know that their case will be shredded in court." She threw the ticket in the fireplace. Elgin982 Bates and Anna realize that this looks bad for him and that he may be accused of murdering his wife. But I still think hes somewhat involved. Bates shoves Thomas to a wall, calls him a "filthy little rat," and threatens to "punch your shining teeth through the back of your head." When Green returns with Lord Gillingham, John is listening when Green reveals he went downstairs while Nellie Melba was singing. "What happened still haunts them," Executive Producer Gareth Neame told TV Guide. In the third episode of the show, a Turkish diplomat named Kemal Pemuk comes to the estate for a visit. As it turns out, Lucy is Maud's secret child. Plus, seeing as it is the final season, theres no way the series would create an unhappy ending for the two, right? Mary takes her to the doctor she saw previously, who successfully helped her conceive. Downstairs, Alfred proposes to Ivy and gets rejected. I know who killed Mr Green! The PBS series will continue to follow Anna (Joanne Froggatt) and Bates (Brendan Coyle) through. She leaves in a huff as she realizes that she was tricked and silenced, but not before telling Carlisle that ruin was not over for her husband. First, Robert develops a stomach ulcer that violently bursts during an elegant dinner, giving the show the bloodiest scene of its entire run. But many viewers complained the finale was so dull they may not tune in to the Christmas special. Thomas gets Daisy to lie to Carson saying that she saw Mr. Bates coming out of the cellar. Not sure how she couldn't be an antagonist. Rose was carrying one too many wicker cake baskets when Atticus appeared to gallantly hold her umbrella for her. One of the most shocking health scares at Downton came when Lord Grantham's ulcer burst at the dinner table in a horrifyingly bloody scene that looked like something out of the Alien movies. It has been way too long of a wait, if I do say so myself. From miscarriages to war injuries, the show could sometimes feel like a historical documentary on how far the healthcare system has come in the last century. Bates wasn't there. Tom also joins in the management of Downton, and the two attempt to modernize. In a shocking twist, Strallan left Edith embarrassed and heartbroken at the altar. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. Reputation management expert reveals why it doesn't just happen to How did Russia lose HALF of its 45,000 elite paratroopers in just seven months? The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Some will find reason to believe that Bates is the killer in "Downton Abbey" Season 5. After Bates successfully got Craig on bad terms with the guards by putting the drugs in his bed, his and Anna's letters were finally delivered to each of them. Unperturbed, the royals thank them for their work. Mary and Matthew find themselves alone in the snow. Before viewers get too excited, yes, the two found some peace, but its definitely not as simple as it appears. Fortunately, another prisoner, Dent, who hates Craig, warns him in time. Throughout Downton Abbey, she was frequently portrayed as the family's black sheep or ugly duckling. He may even try to harm dear Anna, leaving her in a state of despair, which she plays very well. During the Christmas special, Sybil and Tom marry and move to Ireland, and she writes home that she is pregnant. Some serious excitement wraps up the TV series. Originally, Anna never wanted to tell her husband that she was raped. 1869[citation needed]) is Robert Crawley's valet. Bates made some friends in prison; perhaps one of them killed Green. The King and Queen's staff arrive at Downton and pretty much take over the place, effectively kicking out all of the Downton folks who were excited to take part in the historic visit. Last night on Downton Abbey, poor, wrongfully imprisoned Bates was upset because he didn't have any. She knows how much Bates wants children, and she feels like she let him down for not being able to carry a child to full-term (at least at this point in time). Bates (Brendan Coyle) is Robert's trusted valet, who helped the Downton Abbey staff overthrow the royal servants during the king and queen's visit. Tragically, she dies shortly after delivery from eclampsia. Sadly, Cora loses the baby thanks to a scheme involving soap left next to the bathtub by Cora's disgruntled maid, O'Brien. Worst: Seeing Mr. Bates' wrongful sentencing was unbearable. Thomas has a brush with suicide, but survives the attempt and goes to work for an elderly couple. Violet is upset by Lady Maud Bagshaw (Imelda Staunton), Queen Mary's lady-in-waiting, as she has some kind of secret history with her. 134 votes. This is the perfect place for a suprise plot twist; Bates went to London to confront Green but standing in the crowd he saw Green slip off the curb and get run over by the Bus or Truck. Carlisle later telephones Lady Mary regarding Vera's threat to her husband. Team Bateses, Bruce Initially he is poorly treated by most of the staff due to the fact that he uses a cane (he was wounded in the Boer War). The job requires him to take the stairs frequently and bring luggage up to people's rooms. Family Eye colour In a shocking twist, he and Mary end up sleeping together (an unheard of scandal), and he dies while in bed with her. Whether you're an Edith fan or not, the moment was incredibly sad. Meanwhile, the footman Thomas Barrow was hoping to be promoted to valet himself and is personally offended to lose the job to "Long John Silver. Lets keep those fingers crossed. During Season 4, Downton fans roared with anger and sadness over Anna's controversial rape storyline. When he heard of Green's death he says "it was like the hand of fate", and he kept the ticket as a "talisman". He writes separate letters confessing to killing Mr Green, and goes into hiding in Ireland with family there, leaving only contact information to Lord Grantham, who keeps it secret. As the show's creator Julian Fellowes explained at the Cheltenham Literary Festival (via Evening Standard), "That story came from a friend of my wife and I who had a great house." Taking Vitamin D each day could cut your chances of getting dementia, study claims. It's a lot to keep track of, especially in the wake of the 2019 movie. But, as Bates is leaving, Lord Grantham runs after the motor (car) and insists he stay, saying "It's not right.". Anna doesnt seem convinced and is still quite upset about the situation, and rightfully so. It's a horrible moment made even more devastating by the fact the doctor had originally recommended a Caesarean section, but Sybil's father refused. Mr Green, who raped Anna Bates in Downton Abbey a few episodes ago, has been killed, somewhat mysteriously, in the series finale. As Tatler reported, scenes at York Prison were filmed at Lincoln Castle. From the very beginning of the show, she refused to follow the dated rules of society. Yikes! Sybil is the young, spunky daughter of the Crawley family who scandalously falls for the Irish chauffeur. I mean, how much more can they really take? the theory that Mr. Gillingham killed Green. Awesome For those who dont recall, Season 5 closed with Anna being the main suspect. Their joy is short-lived, however: Bates is arrested and charged with murdering Vera, and sentenced to life in prison. On Sunday, PBS will air the Season 4 finale of Downton Abbey, and with it the next chapter in the seemingly interminable saga of John Batesvalet of Lord Grantham, husband of Anna Smith, bane of . They start painting it and it is done by the time O'Brien pays a visit. One of the most unforgettable moments of Downton Abbey was also one of the worst. We hope you enjoy your stay. I don't think so. He is convinced to return to Downton, where he is welcomed back by Carson and Mrs Hughes. 5:37 am, 2/16/14 11:31p Downton Downstairs, Mrs. Patmore helps Daisy and new footman Andy move Daisy's father-in-law Mr. Mason onto his new farm. The next day a telegram arrives informing Bates that Vera has died by eating a pie containing poison. When a rapist died in mysterious circumstances, the finger of suspicion immediately landed on the victims brooding husband. Mrs. Hughes finds a train ticket from Downton to London in Bates' pocket for the day Green died, making her suspicious of his actions. One compared it to witnessing a "murder on Teletubbies," while many others reported the show to Ofcom, which regulates broadcasts. Downstairs, Bates' wife Vera threatens to delay their divorce, then dies mysteriously, after which Anna and Bates marry in secret. YouTube. Physicalinformation Anna was arrested and sent to jail in episode 8 of Season 5 for the murder of Green. After going through the ups and downs of Mary and Matthew's relationship, fans of the show finally thought everything was going to be alright. Lady Rose takes part in helping a number of deposed Russian aristocrats as they settle into life in England. Upon learning of his illiteracy, Thomas helps Andy learn to read. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. When Cora becomes pregnant, Mary postpones the engagement, lest a male sibling stand to inherit instead of Matthew. One thing that Downton Abbey did exceptionally well was romance. Growing tired of waiting, Anna tells Bates that she wants to marry him immediately. Its time period is one of major cultural shift, especially in regards to the institutions that give the family their prestige. Mary announces that she's pregnant again. However, one death ended up being a pretty spectacular moment. Baxter and Molesley went to about 60-70 pubs on their days off interviewing landlords to prove Batess alibi and succeeded! 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