The Gilded Age

S01E09

Let the Tournament Begin

As Marian prepares to embark on a new adventure, Ada and Aurora rush to stop her before it's too late. With Gladys' debut ball fast approaching, the clash between Bertha and Mrs. Astor has consequences for all of New York society. The discovery of a shocking letter changes everything for Peggy. Baudin lays out his double life.

• Directed by Michael Engler
• Written by Julian Fellowes

S01E08

Tucked Up in Newport

During her first visit to Newport, Bertha follows Mr. McCallister’s lead but is soon reminded of her place. Oscar’s pursuit of Gladys is threatened by a familiar presence. George gets his day in court. Worried about Armstrong’s interference, Peggy reveals her past. Marian makes a decision about her romantic future. Bridget follows Jack across the city.

• Directed by Michael Engler
• Written by Julian Fellowes

S01E02

Money Isn't Everything

Tom Raikes’ visit to New York delights Marian but worries aunt Agnes. An increasingly desperate Peggy seeks legal advice from Mr. Raikes, George takes steps to further his latest business plans, Oscar van Rhijn homes in on young Gladys Russell, and a charity bazaar becomes the source of a dramatic stand after Bertha is slighted.

• Directed by Michael Engler
• Written by Julian Fellowes

S02E02

Some Sort of Trick

After giving Oscar his final verdict, George sends Clay to meet Mr. Henderson, the union leader at his Pittsburgh steel plant. Meanwhile, Agnes chides Ada for being too chatty during a visit with Luke Forte, Mrs. Fane arranges a match for Marian in Newport, Larry gets a new commission, and Peggy is welcomed back to 61st Street by all but one.

• Directed by Deborah Kampmeier
• Written by Julian Fellowes

S02E01

You Don't Even Like Opera

On Easter Sunday, Agnes informs Ada, Marian, and Oscar of her nephew Dashiell Montgomery's imminent arrival in New York. In need of a change after an emotional visit to Philadelphia, Peggy asks Marian about returning to 61st Street. Meanwhile, Bertha sidesteps Mrs. Astor to support the Metropolitan Opera House, and Oscar begins courting Gladys once again.

• Directed by Michael Engler
• Written by Julian Fellowes

S02E08

In Terms of Winning and Losing

While the staff question their future in the van Rhijn household, Jack receives welcome news about his patent. After scoring a victory for the local schools, Peggy considers her future at the NY Globe. Later, Marian confesses her true feelings to Dashiell – and Bertha and Mrs. Astor make their final moves in the opera war.

• Directed by Michael Engler
• Written by Julian Fellowes

S03E08

My Mind Is Made Up

• Directed by Salli Richardson-Whitfield
• Written by Julian Fellowes, Sonja Warfield

S03E07

Ex-Communicated

• Directed by Salli Richardson-Whitfield
• Written by Julian Fellowes, Sonja Warfield

S03E06

If You Want to Cook an Omelette

• Directed by Deborah Kampmeier
• Written by Julian Fellowes, Sonja Warfield

S03E05

A Different World

• Directed by Deborah Kampmeier
• Written by Julian Fellowes, Sonja Warfield

S03E04

Marriage Is a Gamble

• Directed by Michael Engler
• Written by Julian Fellowes, Sonja Warfield

S03E03

Love Is Never Easy

• Directed by Michael Engler
• Written by Julian Fellowes, Sonja Warfield