Synopsis: One of the most loved television series of all time is brought back to life with a fresh cast and sumptuous production values. It's 1936, and six years since parlormaid Rose left 165 Eaton Place, fate brings her back, as housekeeper to its new owners: Sir Hallam and his wife Lady Agnes, and Maud, Lady Holland, his mother. Rose soon finds she has her work cut out as she recruits a new 'downstairs' family to help run the elegance and finery of the 'upstairs' world. Both upstairs and downstairs, it soon becomes apparent there lies a labyrinth of secrets, lies and scandal. Set against the historical backdrop of a Britain with a new King, with sexual, social and political tensions, this new series provides an evolving take on the master-servant relationship.

Review: The BBC has some of the best programming....they always have.  This show, Upstairs Downstairs, is a re-make of a 1970s serial.  This new three episode sequel to the classic series aired in 2010 and has now made it to DVD.  The title refers to the two lives lived in a royal home in England back in 1936.  The royalty and company have a life upstairs, while the wait staff have a whole world downstairs.  

This show is a rather complex drama.  I would've enjoyed it being longer, but as with most BBC programming, its cut rather short.  They're all quality over quantity.  This DVD is a must-have for any fan of british tv.

Links: www.bbcamericashop.com

Interest Range: BBC, Vintage TV