Main Cast of Downton Abbey Season 5
Downton Abbey season 5 features the core Crawley family and household staff. Hugh Bonneville stars as Robert Crawley, the Earl of Grantham. Elizabeth McGovern plays his wife Cora Crawley. Their three daughters, Mary, Edith, and Sybil, are portrayed by Michelle Dockery, Laura Carmichael, and Jessica Brown Findlay. Dan Stevens continues as the loyal valet Matthew Crawley.
Key New and Returning Characters
The season introduces Lady Rose MacClare, played by Lily James, a niece who adds new storylines to the estate. Rob James-Collier returns as the ambitious valet Thomas Barrow. Sue Johnston joins as Miss Baxter, a new lady's maid. The household staff, including Maggie Smith as the sharp-tongued Dowager Countess, remain central to the plot.
Where to Watch and Find More Details
Downton Abbey season 5 originally aired on ITV and PBS. Fans can stream the series on major platforms such as PBS. The season continues the family's personal dramas and the evolving social landscape of early 20th century Britain.
