Upstairs, Downstairs 1
1971-10-10 | Drama | 13 episodes6 Seasons
Episode
On Trial (1971)
November 1903: Clemence, young and inexperienced, is hired on a trial basis by Lady Marjorie, who decides Clemence is not an appropriate name for someone in service and changes it to Sarah. Being far too outspoken and having a tendency towards over exaggeration and drama, Sarah struggles to fit in and become accepted by the other servants.
Directed By
- Raymond Menmuir
Writer
- Fay Weldon
The Mistress and the Maids (1971)
June 1904: An artist, commissioned to paint Lady Marjorie's portrait, takes a shine to Sarah and convinces her to pose for him. The painting, depicting Sarah and her roommate, is a bit racy, and when the Bellamy's see it in a public exhibit, they fire both girls for what they wrongly conclude is "questionable behaviour."
Directed By
- Derek Bennett
Writer
- Alfred Shaughnessy
Board Wages (1971)
August 1904: Finding themselves alone and having the run of the house, the junior servants indulge in a night of wild partying. When James, the Bellamy's son, show up unexpectedly, the party takes an unusual turn, causing Sarah to reevaluate her life. Unhappy with what she sees, she makes a monumental decision that will alter her course forever.
Directed By
- Derek Bennett
Writer
- Charlotte Bingham
The Path of Duty (1971)
May 1905: When Elizabeth returns home from abroad, her parents plan her debut into society, but the spirited young girl has little interest. She reluctantly agrees, but at the last moment, has a change of heart and flees. Rose, more like a sister than a servant, steps up and makes the girl see the situation in another light.
Directed By
- Joan Kemp-Welch
Writer
- John Harrison
A Suitable Marriage (1971)
December 1905: Elizabeth falls for a young German baron, whom her father is suspicious of. Richard quickly uncovers the Baron's secret, but as it turns out, Baron Klaus von Rimmer is hiding another secret, which Rose accidentally stumbles upon. The events of the evening compel one of the servants to betray not only the family, but the country as well.
Directed By
- Joan Kemp-Welch
Writer
- Jeremy Paul
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