It’s 1882 and the Gilded Age is in full swing when Marian Brook, a young orphaned daughter of a Southern general, moves in with her rigidly conventional aunts in New York City. With the help of Peggy Scott, an African-American woman masquerading as her maid, Marian gets caught up in the dazzling lives of her rich neighbors as she struggles to decide between adhering to the rules or forging her own path.
Who Is in Charge Here? (Episode 1) 6.6
Writer: Julian Fellowes
Air date: 2025-06-22
Runtime: 53 min
Overview: As George faces opposition for a new railway plan, Bertha prepares for the Duke's return, and Ada finds purpose in the temperance movement.
What the Papers Say (Episode 2) 5.6
Writer: Julian Fellowes
Air date: 2025-06-29
Runtime: 54 min
Overview: Amid their domestic quibbles, Agnes and Ada welcome the Scotts into their home. Bertha and George disagree about Gladys's future.
Love Is Never Easy (Episode 3) 5.0
Air date: 2025-07-06
Runtime: 59 min
Overview: While George enters tense negotiations, Larry and Jack meet with a potential investor. Later, the Scotts meet the Kirklands.
Marriage is a Gamble (Episode 4) 5.0
Air date: 2025-07-13
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: Bertha deals with unwanted rumors in the press… and the surprise arrival of her sister Monica.
A Different World (Episode 5)
Air date: 2025-07-20
Overview: Gladys has trouble adjusting to her changed circumstances...and the controlling Lady Sarah. After a string of personal and professional wins, Larry runs into a familiar face. While at an event with Dr. Kirkland, Peggy gets an opportunity from an old colleague. Later, drama ensues at Mrs. Fish's Newport luncheon.
If You Want to Cook an Omelette (Episode 6)
Air date: 2025-07-27
Overview: While Bertha encourages Gladys to stand up for herself and her new husband, George faces an upward battle to secure the rail line that runs through Chicago. Larry gains intel that leads Oscar to have a long-awaited confrontation – but raises doubts for Marian. Later, Peggy confides in Dr. Kirkland about her past, and Ada has a candid talk with Jack about his future.