Television July 14, 2011
'Downton Abbey,' 'Upstairs Downstairs' Scores Emmy Nods
The drama "Downton Abbey (Masterpiece)" earned 11 Primetime Emmy nominations, including Best Miniseries or Movie and nods to Maggie Smith for Best Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or Movie, and to Elizabeth McGovern for Best Lead Actress in a Miniseries or Movie.
Set in pre-WWI England, the film centers on the wealthy Crawley family and their servants. Watch this clip from the show!
"Upstairs Downstairs (Masterpiece)" also received six Emmy nominations, including Jane Marsh for Best Lead Actress in a Miniseries or Movie and Eileen Atkins for Best Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or Movie. Watch this clip!
The 2011 Primetime Emmy Awards will air September 18 on FOX.
