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WHAT TO KNOW

•PBS will rebroadcast all six seasons of Downton Abbey starting May 17.

•Alastair Bruce, the show’s historical advisor, emphasized the importance of balancing historical accuracy with creative storytelling.

•Bruce reflected on the show’s enduring appeal as an escapist pleasure, the camaraderie among cast and crew.

“PBS is preparing to open the doors of Downton Abbey* *once again as episodes from the iconic Masterpiece series return to its airwaves. The network will begin rebroadcasting the British historical drama Sunday evenings starting May 17 from the first season onward up to sixth going into 2027.”