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Just Kill Mr. Bates Already! How to Save ‘Downton Abbey’

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This is how to save ‘Downton Abbey,’ but it must be done at the Series 4 finale this Sunday.

Andrew Romano

Published Feb. 20 2014 5:45AM EST

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As the Season 4 finale approaches, there’s only one way Downton Abbey can save itself—by killing its most irritating character.

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When it comes to TV, I’m one of the least bloodthirsty spectators around.

Andrew Romano

Andrew Romano

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