On Downton Abbey Season 2 Episode 5 the Grantham family receives unexpected news when a wounded officer arrives that may change the current succession plans of the Abbey itself.

Mr. Bates receives bad news about his divorce and pays his wife a visit. Will the visit be fruitful or will it cast an even bigger shadow over his plans for a future with Anna?

Carson makes a big decision regarding his place at Downton Abbey. Will he continue working at the household or will his plans take him someplace else?

Ethel's hopes are dashed when she receives news that place her entire future in jeopardy.

Find out about the mystery man and how so many futures can be changed so drastically in one episode of Downton Abbey by watching the full episode online below right now!

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