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Confused about what's happening in which timeline of which book of the Susan Ryeland Mysteries like Marble Hall Murders? Or need a refresher on the relationships – romantic or rancorous – in The Forsytes? Check out our recaps of those shows and more: all of your favorite British series, dramas, and mysteries from Masterpiece and PBS, condensed into easily readable plot summaries. So when another season of All Creatures Great and Small or Call the Midwife rolls around, whether you’re streaming it via Passport or watching it on TV, you can quickly catch up and enjoy the show. Don’t forget the popcorn!


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'Downton Abbey' Recap: Season 3 Episode 7

With Matthew and Mary finally expecting a child, the family heads up to Scotland. Back at Downton, the servants enjoy a day at a fair. 

'Marble Hall Murders' Recap: Episode 2

As Susan reads Eliot's novel, she wonders if he drew on real-life characters and experiences, particularly around his grandmother, who has similarities to the victim in his novel. 

'The Marlow Murder Club' Recap: Season 3 Episode 2

As Judith in her friends investigate why anyone would kill the kind and respected mayor of Marlow, they find several people whose missteps were discovered by Geoffrey. 

'Marble Hall Murders' Recap: Episode 1

Susan Ryeland is back in London with a job offer to edit a new Atticus Pünd novel by a younger writer. Should she take it? 

'Downton Abbey' Recap: Season 3 Episode 6

Thomas makes a move that could lead to his downfall while Matthew argues with Robert, Edith takes a new job, and the annual cricket match approaches. 

'The Marlow Murder Club' Recap: Season 3 Episode 1

When Marlow's beloved mayor is poisoned, suspicion points to a town council member who is a gardener. 

'Downton Abbey' Recap: Season 3 Episode 5

In the wake of tragedy, Robert and Carson both find themselves on the wrong side of the women of Downton Abbey, while Tom tries to plot a future. 

'Downton Abbey' Recap: Season 3 Episode 4

Sibyl's pregnancy is not without difficulties, and Clarkson and another doctor argue over her treatment while Daisy continues to struggle in her relationships with Ivy and Alfred downstairs. 

'Downton Abbey' Recap: Season 3 Episode 3

Isobel and Mrs. Hughes try to help Ethel and her son while Bates deals with an enemy in prison and Tom gets into deep trouble back in Ireland.

'Downton Abbey' Recap: Season 3 Episode 2

As Edith prepares to wed, Downton Abbey is in danger of being sold. Bates is in danger in prison while Anna tries to clear his name. And Daisy finds a new romantic interest. 

'Downton Abbey' Recap: Season 3 Episode 1

Matthew and Mary are finally getting married, even as Downton Abbey is in danger of being sold and Sybil's own husband tries to integrate (or not) into the family. 

'Grantchester' Recap: Season 11 Episode 8

Larry takes charge of the search for a fugitive while Alphy confronts his crisis of faith, in the series finale of Grantchester.

'Patience' Recap: Season 2 Episode 8

Patience is taken hostage in her own archives with Frankie by someone with a connection to Frankie's former boss. 

'Downton Abbey' Recap: Season 2 Episode 7

It's the holidays, which means a shooting party and a servants' ball – and, of course, plenty of drama, intrigue, and some comedy.

'Grantchester' Recap: Season 11 Episode 7

Mrs. C and Cathy are taken hostage by bank robbers in their store. The incident ends up being connected to a murder Geordie is investigating.