
Downton Abbey (2010-2015)
Downton Abbey (2010) is a British period drama television series that follows the lives of the aristocratic Crawley family and their servants in the fictional Yorkshire country estate of Downton Abbey. The series has been praised for its attention to detail, its historical accuracy, and its exploration of the changing social and political landscape of the early 20th century. However, the series is also known for its frank and honest portrayal of sexuality.
The series follows the lives of the Crawley family and their servants, and it is no surprise that sex is a major theme throughout the show. From the very first episode, viewers are introduced to the sexual tension between the characters, as well as the social and moral implications of their actions.
The most prominent example of this is the relationship between Lady Mary Crawley and her suitor, Sir Richard Carlisle. The two share a passionate kiss in the first episode, and their relationship continues to be a source of tension throughout the series. In the fourth season, the two finally consummate their relationship, and the scene is surprisingly explicit for a period drama.
The show also explores the sexual relationships between the servants. In the first season, the valet, John Bates, and the housemaid, Anna Smith, share a passionate kiss in the servants' quarters. This scene is particularly significant as it shows that even the servants are not immune to the power of love and desire.
The show also features a number of other sexual moments, including a steamy encounter between Lady Sybil and her husband, Tom Branson, and a passionate kiss between Lady Edith and her suitor, Anthony Strallan.
Overall, Downton Abbey is a show that is not afraid to explore the complexities of human sexuality. From the passionate kisses between the aristocrats to the steamy encounters between the servants, the show provides an honest and frank look at the sexual lives of its characters.
Many scenes where sex is implied - characters kissing or laying naked in bed next to each other (no nudity is seen)
A woman is beaten and raped. This is not shown but we hear her crying and screaming then in torn clothing later. The rape is an ongoing storyline and is mentioned frequently
Contains infrequent allusions to sexual activity and depictions of couples in bed or kissing.
The first season contains a storyline in which a man dies in the bed of a woman who was not his wife. His body is carried away and those responsible for concealing the circumstances behind his death are not apprehended. The details of this incident recur in later episodes.
A man tries to kiss another man while he is asleep. The sleeping character awakens and berates the other for their improper behaviour.
One character is revealed to be a prostitute, and there is discussion of the topic, however, visuals of her exploits are not depicted onscreen.
Also contains infrequent very mild innuendo that is unlikely to be understood by impressionable viewers. A homosexual kiss in 1st episode
In the very first episode, two men passionately kiss each other.