The Best Episodes Directed By Brian Percival
Every TV Episode Directed by Brian Percival Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters
Brian Percival Ratings Summary
The best episode directed by Brian Percival is "Episode 1", rated 8.2/10 from 13 user votes. It was "written by Julian Fellowes". "Episode 1" aired on 9/16/2012 and is rated 0.3 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "Episode 2".
8.2/10 13 votes#1 - Episode 1
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 9/16/2012
Cora’s mother sweeps into Downton for Matthew and Mary’s wedding, but with the couple’s relationship under strain will they even make it to the altar? New footman Alfred strives to meet Carson’s high standards, under the watchful eye of his aunt O’Brien. Robert’s shocking news brings financial worries to the fore, on an unprecedented scale. Might he lose Downton itself and all it stands for?
Director: Brian Percival
Writer: Julian Fellowes
7.9/10 11 votes#2 - Episode 2
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 9/23/2012
The estate's future is hanging in the balance and Mary is hoping to receive a bailout from grandmother Martha. Violet also attempts to help her make sure that Downton puts on a bigger show than ever before with a grand party for friends and neighbours. Mrs Hughes gets some news that worries her. O'Brien's attempts to boost Alfred's progress are met with disapproval from Thomas.
Director: Brian Percival
Writer: Julian Fellowes
7.8/10 10 votes#3 - Episode 7
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 11/7/2010
Cora's pregnancy throws the inheritance issue into doubt. Matthew must wait for an answer to his wedding proposal. O'Brien discovers more compromising information about Bates. Thomas leaves.
Director: Brian Percival
Writer: Julian Fellowes
7.6/10 5 votes#4 - You've Got to Dream
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 9/1/2020
Fresh out of veterinary college in 1937, James Herriot struggles to find work in his Depression-struck home town of Glasgow. Seeking new opportunities, he pursues a position in the remote village of Darrowby working for eccentric local vet Siegfried Farnon, who is less than impressed by his early efforts. However, a difficult calving gives James a chance to prove his worth.
Director: Brian Percival
Writer: Ben Vanstone
7.4/10 5 votes#5 - Another Farnon?
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 9/8/2020
Skeldale House descends into chaos with the arrival of Siegfried's wayward brother Tristan. Helen provides James with a reason to stay in the Dales.
Director: Brian Percival
Writer: Ben Vanstone
7.3/10 12 votes#6 - Episode 6
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 10/31/2010
Sybil puts herself in danger when a fight breaks out. Sybil's sisters notice Matthew's feelings for her. Mary is surprised by a marriage proposal. Bates clears his name over the missing wine but resigns rather than name the real culprit.
Director: Brian Percival
Writer: Julian Fellowes
7.0/10 1 votes#7 - Much Ado About Nothing
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 11/7/2005
When the bickering between broadcasters Beatrice and Benedick gets too much to take, their colleagues at South West TV come up with a cunning plan to shut the pair up. Meanwhile, lovely weathergirl Hero and dashing reporter Claude are a match made in heaven - but does everyone want to see them so happy?
Director: Brian Percival
Writer: David Nicholls
7.0/10 1 votes#8 - Where the Heart Is
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 9/16/2021
It’s spring in 1938, and a trip back home to Glasgow presents James Herriot with a dilemma that will mean choosing between the people he loves when he is offered a position at his old mentor's forward-thinking practice.
Director: Brian Percival
Writer: Ben Vanstone
7.0/10 1 votes#9 - Semper Progrediens
Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 9/23/2021
With Tristan's encouragement, James asks Helen if she'd like to go to the local spring dance. But village resident Gerald's arrival with his injured dog, Rock, puts a spanner in the works. Meanwhile, Tristan worries that Siegfried is in danger of losing his edge.
Director: Brian Percival
Writer: Ben Vanstone
6.9/10 16 votes#10 - Episode 1
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 9/26/2010
After the death of the heir, Violet wishes that Robert's daughter Mary could inherit Downton Abbey.
Director: Brian Percival
Writer: Julian Fellowes