This year, Masterpiece took home six Primetime Emmy Awards for Downton Abbey, including Outstanding Miniseries or Movie.
Check out the full list of awards:
Outstanding Miniseries or Movie
Downton Abbey (A co-production of Carnival and Masterpiece)
Outstanding Writing for a Miniseries, Movie or a Dramatic Special
Julian Fellowes
Outstanding Directing for a Miniseries, Movie or a Dramatic Special
Brian Percival
Oustanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie
Maggie Smith as Violet, Dowager Countess of Grantham
Outstanding Cinematography for a Miniseries or Movie
David Katznelson, DFF, Director of Photography
Outstanding Costumes for a Miniseries, Movie or a Special
Susannah Buxton, Costume Designer
The series was just granted another honor: Guiness World Records has awarded Downton Abbey for having the “highest critical ratings for a TV show,” making it the most critically well-received show in the world!
Downton Abbey returns to Masterpiece on January 8, 2012. Check out the series’ new site for behind-the-scenes features, cast Q&A’s, and more.
Watch a preview of Downton Abbey Series II:



