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Masterpiece Classic
During its forty-year storied history — the longest-running prime time drama in American television — Masterpiece has remained steadfast in our commitment to bring the best in literature-based drama, mysteries filled with eclectic characters, and groundbreaking contemporary works. In winter and spring, Masterpiece Classic features beloved signature period dramas like Bleak House, Jane Eyre, and The Complete Jane Austen.
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The Spanish flu strikes Downton, disrupting one match, hastening another and transforming the fortunes of all. Mary, Sybil and Robert each confront a moment of truth. Anna and Bates know a moment of happiness.
Upcoming episodes
Airs on
WETA TV 26
Sun., February 5, 2012
9:00 pm
(60 minutes)
Downton Abbey, Season II (Episode 5)
"Downton Abbey" continues with the household preparing for the war's end. While the family looks forward to having a private home again, cousin Isobel has other ideas for Downton. In other events, a wounded officer makes a startling claim.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA HD
Sun., February 5, 2012
9:00 pm
(60 minutes)
Downton Abbey, Season II (Episode 5)
"Downton Abbey" continues with the household preparing for the war's end. While the family looks forward to having a private home again, cousin Isobel has other ideas for Downton. In other events, a wounded officer makes a startling claim.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA TV 26
Sun., February 5, 2012
10:00 pm
(90 minutes)
A Room With a View
E.M. Forster's "A Room With a View" stars Elaine Cassidy as Lucy, who's intrigued by working-class George (Timothy Spall) after he and his father (Rafe Spall) exchange rooms with her and chaperone Charlotte (Sophie Thompson) while vacationing in Italy.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA HD
Sun., February 5, 2012
10:00 pm
(90 minutes)
A Room With a View
E.M. Forster's "A Room With a View" stars Elaine Cassidy as Lucy, who's intrigued by working-class George (Timothy Spall) after he and his father (Rafe Spall) exchange rooms with her and chaperone Charlotte (Sophie Thompson) while vacationing in Italy.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA HD
Mon., February 6, 2012
8:00 am
(90 minutes)
A Room With a View
E.M. Forster's "A Room With a View" stars Elaine Cassidy as Lucy, who's intrigued by working-class George (Timothy Spall) after he and his father (Rafe Spall) exchange rooms with her and chaperone Charlotte (Sophie Thompson) while vacationing in Italy.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA HD
Mon., February 6, 2012
11:30 am
(90 minutes)
A Room With a View
E.M. Forster's "A Room With a View" stars Elaine Cassidy as Lucy, who's intrigued by working-class George (Timothy Spall) after he and his father (Rafe Spall) exchange rooms with her and chaperone Charlotte (Sophie Thompson) while vacationing in Italy.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA HD
Tue., February 7, 2012
2:30 am
(90 minutes)
A Room With a View
E.M. Forster's "A Room With a View" stars Elaine Cassidy as Lucy, who's intrigued by working-class George (Timothy Spall) after he and his father (Rafe Spall) exchange rooms with her and chaperone Charlotte (Sophie Thompson) while vacationing in Italy.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA TV 26
Tue., February 7, 2012
2:30 am
(90 minutes)
A Room With a View
E.M. Forster's "A Room With a View" stars Elaine Cassidy as Lucy, who's intrigued by working-class George (Timothy Spall) after he and his father (Rafe Spall) exchange rooms with her and chaperone Charlotte (Sophie Thompson) while vacationing in Italy.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA HD
Thu., February 9, 2012
8:00 pm
(60 minutes)
Downton Abbey, Season II (Episode 5)
"Downton Abbey" continues with the household preparing for the war's end. While the family looks forward to having a private home again, cousin Isobel has other ideas for Downton. In other events, a wounded officer makes a startling claim.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA TV 26
Thu., February 9, 2012
8:00 pm
(60 minutes)
Downton Abbey, Season II (Episode 5)
"Downton Abbey" continues with the household preparing for the war's end. While the family looks forward to having a private home again, cousin Isobel has other ideas for Downton. In other events, a wounded officer makes a startling claim.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA HD
Sun., February 12, 2012
9:00 pm
(120 minutes)
Downton Abbey, Series II (Episode 6)
"Downton Abbey" continues with the Spanish flu sweeping through the household and infecting Cora, Lavinia and Mr. Carson, among others. Mary, Sybil and Robert, meanwhile, each face a moment of truth.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA TV 26
Sun., February 12, 2012
9:00 pm
(120 minutes)
Downton Abbey, Series II (Episode 6)
"Downton Abbey" continues with the Spanish flu sweeping through the household and infecting Cora, Lavinia and Mr. Carson, among others. Mary, Sybil and Robert, meanwhile, each face a moment of truth.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA HD
Thu., February 16, 2012
8:00 pm
(120 minutes)
Downton Abbey, Series II (Episode 6)
"Downton Abbey" continues with the Spanish flu sweeping through the household and infecting Cora, Lavinia and Mr. Carson, among others. Mary, Sybil and Robert, meanwhile, each face a moment of truth.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA TV 26
Thu., February 16, 2012
8:00 pm
(120 minutes)
Downton Abbey, Series II (Episode 6)
"Downton Abbey" continues with the Spanish flu sweeping through the household and infecting Cora, Lavinia and Mr. Carson, among others. Mary, Sybil and Robert, meanwhile, each face a moment of truth.
Rating: TV-PG
Previously aired episodes
Airs on
WETA HD
Thu., February 2, 2012
8:00 pm
(60 minutes)
Downton Abbey, Season II (Episode 4)
"Downton Abbey" continues with Matthew and William engaging in a fierce battle at the front; Vera striking a cruel blow against Bates and Anna; and Daisy facing the severest test of her life.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA TV 26
Thu., February 2, 2012
8:00 pm
(60 minutes)
Downton Abbey, Season II (Episode 4)
"Downton Abbey" continues with Matthew and William engaging in a fierce battle at the front; Vera striking a cruel blow against Bates and Anna; and Daisy facing the severest test of her life.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA TV 26
Tue., January 31, 2012
1:30 am
(90 minutes)
Persuasion
The venerable series "Masterpiece Theatre" changes its name but not its quality, delivering a solid adaptation of Jane Austen's "Persuasion," about 27-year-old Anne Elliot (Sally Hawkins), who's facing spinsterhood.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA HD
Sun., January 29, 2012
10:00 pm
(90 minutes)
Mansfield Park
Billie Piper ("Doctor Who") stars in this adaptation of Jane Austen's "Mansfield Park" as Fanny Price, a young woman from a poor background who has been raised by her wealthy uncle and aunt.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA TV 26
Sun., January 29, 2012
10:00 pm
(90 minutes)
Mansfield Park
Billie Piper ("Doctor Who") stars in this adaptation of Jane Austen's "Mansfield Park" as Fanny Price, a young woman from a poor background who has been raised by her wealthy uncle and aunt.
Rating: TV-PG
Airs on
WETA TV 26
Sun., January 29, 2012
9:00 pm
(60 minutes)
Downton Abbey, Season II (Episode 4)
"Downton Abbey" continues with Matthew and William engaging in a fierce battle at the front; Vera striking a cruel blow against Bates and Anna; and Daisy facing the severest test of her life.
Rating: TV-PG
Channel guide
| WETA TV 26 | WETA HD | WETA How-To | WETA Kids Channel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Via antenna | 26.4 | 26.1 | 26.2 | 26.3 |
| Comcast | 26, 92 | 220 (DC), 219 (Balt) | 265 | 266 |
| Cox | 26, 802 | 1026 (Fairfax), 1003 (Fredericksburg) | 800 | 801 |
| Verizon FIOS | 26, 471 | 526 | 474 | 472 |
| RCN | 26 | 613 | 39 | 38 |
| DirecTV | 26, 26-1 | |||
| Dish Network | 8076 |
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