The BBC period drama Upstairs Downstairs has stormed into the Netflix most-watched charts, and it's no surprise given its star-studded cast. Originally airing in the 1970s, the show was revived in 2010 for BBC One, and now both seasons are available on Netflix.
The Story
The series follows diplomat Sir Hallam Holland (Ed Stoppard) and his wife Lady Agnes Holland (Keeley Hawes) as they restore a dilapidated 165 Eaton Place to its former glory, navigating the complexities of 1930s British society.
Cast of Upstairs Downstairs on Netflix
Lady Agnes Holland – Keeley Hawes
As the lady of the house, Lady Agnes is ambitious and socially polished but harbors hidden depths. Keeley Hawes is renowned for roles in Line of Duty, Bodyguard, The Assassin, Spooks, Ashes to Ashes, and Falling.
Sir Hallam Holland – Ed Stoppard
Sir Hallam is driven by a strong moral compass, but his political career is often complicated by personal vulnerabilities. Ed Stoppard has appeared in The Pianist, The Undeclared War, Trackers, and Brave New World.
Lady Persephone Towyn – Claire Foy
Claire Foy, famous for playing Queen Elizabeth II in The Crown, portrays Lady Persephone, who craves excitement and has a rebellious streak. She has also starred in Wolf Hall, Women Talking, and A Very British Scandal.
Mr. Warwick Pritchard – Adrian Scarborough
Adrian Scarborough, known for Gavin and Stacey (Pete Sutcliffe), plays the priggish and highly strung Mr. Pritchard, who hides a troubled past. His credits include Vera Drake, Bloods, and Sanditon.
Miss Whisset – Sarah Lancashire
Sarah Lancashire, beloved for Happy Valley (Catherine Cawood), plays the straight-talking and secretive Miss Whisset. She is also known for Last Tango in Halifax, Black Doves, and Lark Rise to Candleford.
Clarice Thackeray – Anne Reid
Anne Reid, who leads Last Tango in Halifax and is remembered for Coronation Street (Valerie Barlow) and Dinnerladies (Jean), plays the passionate and quick-witted widow who runs the kitchen.
Blanche Mottershead – Alex Kingston
Alex Kingston (ER, Doctor Who, Strictly Come Dancing) portrays Dr. Blanche Mottershead, a fiercely independent archaeologist with unapologetic feminist views.
Other Cast Members
- Lady Maud Holland – Eileen Atkins
- Harry Spargo – Neil Jackson
- Ivy Morris – Ellie Kendrick
- Johnny Proude – Nico Mirallegro
Upstairs Downstairs is available to stream on Netflix.
