Thomas Barrow | no man is an island

[@ladyfoxwf1075]

Thomas was so sad when Sybil and Matthew died, he had a good relationship with them, and I love how he continued that through their children :) What an amazing character

[@AceAutistic]

Mathew was the only one who saw the front lines as well for the same amount of time as Thomas, and Sybil was the only one who genuinely felt out of time.

[@demeko96]

Thomas is my favorite character. He gives a lot to think about. Insecurity about ourselves, lack of self esteem, troubled feelings, rejection, sexuality... those are universal subjects we've all been through at one time or another. Thomas is the most complex person at Downton, he has a troubled soul and that only makes him so human and beautiful to my eyes. thank you for this amazing video, nice job :)

[@Doryplory]

demeko96 amen to this^

[@NassaphPha]

Oui

[@katblack9301]

I love Thommas

[@carolinemcnulty6169]

Amazingly well written story arc for a 'minor' character. Barrow went from devil to angel and found redemption and happiness. A very satisfying outcome.

[@Blue8spiral]

The best character is one that keeps you guessing, one you can't quite decide if you love or hate. Thomas was such a great character.

[@KokoGrealish07]

I love Thomas Barrow so much🥺💙

[@silviarebaza7646]

I love his relationship with Master George, that means in future they are going to have even a better loyal relation than Carson and Robert :)

[@Abzify1]

I feel it will be similar to Carson and Mary's relationship after all she grew up with Carson and he will grow up with thomas

[@nina1522]

Silvia Rebaza Santa Cruz Master George is so cute, I love the way he says 'Mr. Barrow' lol

[@msfriendsfan4ever788]

Silvia Rebaza Santa Cruz i wonder what his relationship with Sybbie would be like, seeing as her mom was always so kind to him

[@KoldingDenmark]

@Ber P. Are you kidding? This is nothing of the kind. Can't you tell the difference? Poor you.

[@ladyarabellamalfoy]

This is a very interesting concept for a sequel or fanfiction. I really missed seeing Barrow as the head butler in the movie.

[@ruthvandermerwe956]

I just want to give him a hug.

[@lianafreeman8954]

He's been my favorite character for a while but I didn't realize that I was in love with him until after the series ended. Beautiful video.

[@soulmate1582]

thank you very much! this means a lot! (:

[@michaelvillanueva233]

There was so much depth to him that I didn't realize. Good supporting actor, the kind that some like to hate. I liked that he doesn't want to admit that he's one of the good guys but no one wants to give credit that he deserves.

[@emilysmith7629]

I knew I was in love with him the moment I clapped eyes on him. I also knew there was more to him than his shallowness

[@jeanne458]

Liana Freeman Same for me...Had to fight with my sister while we were watching this series, because she hated him and he was my favourite..

[@anna_bandana]

Liana Freeman lol I'm rewatching it at the moment and I liked him the first time round but this time he is just gorgeous and is my favourite character I think I would have liked better if he was straight I think he could have been explored more given the time it's hard to do that with a gay character but none the less I like just the same

[@jslasher1]

Rob James-Collier is superb in portraying this complicated, complex character. Thomas is also my favourite character.

[@juliah1931]

I love this video so much. Thomas is such a strong character played by a strong actor, Rob James-Collier. This really shows the pain that Barrow has been through. As Rob even says himself, Thomas is mistaken as evil but is really just misunderstood and this video shows it in many ways. I love this video and can't stop watching it! He is overall my favorite character in the show and favorite actor in the world... I hope more and more people truly understand him and his story...

[@SahanaChakrabarty-i9z]

The man playing Mr. Barrow is a talented actor. He played a character in a sensitive position. I'd like to see him in other movies and serials. He is nice looking too. S. C.

[@rosierennie5867]

The way Thomas is with Master George and Miss. Sybbie makes my heart sing. He's a troubled soul, he just needs a friend. I hate that the writer's painted him out to be such a villain when he was anything but a villain

[@claudial.1268]

Thomas was my favourite character, even back when he really was mean. But such a complex character. So human in every sense of the word.

[@NoxPrincess]

You never really notice the troubles the 'bad' characters in tv shows are going through. This really captured the misunderstanding and hate toward Thomas andomg I'm crying it was so beautiful

[@burlesonee]

He has a good heart !!!

[@soulmate1582]

he truly does!

[@ann-marihillestad7582]

It's A Erick Life yes he has and he cared about the other at Downton Abbey and love children.

[@michaelvillanueva233]

And no one sees it because his character was so typecasted as ______.

[@omogoshywoshy5194]

3:35-3:39 i love seeing Thomas' genuine happy smile

[@wenglishsal]

What a lovely tribute to a soul that was troubled.. Thomas is now happier in his own skin and Butler at Downton.. Yay :0)

[@xanievans1479]

Not to mention its been hinted that he will have some healthy flings in the upcoming movie. Have u seen the picture of him dancing with a guy...he never looked happier

[@cami6252]

This breaks my heart every time

[@ohoh2146]

This is a beautiful video. Thomas is without a doubt the most mistreated and misunderstood person in that house and I'm convinced he's the one who's dealt with the most pain. The thing that really stuck me was the later seasons in which Thomas and his vulnerabilities had already been exposed and he was now open and easy to attack. I lost so much respect for Carson in these seasons. Even if we don't take into account the loneliness and the self hatred and the whole trying to reverse his own sexuality. Thomas had seen the bloodiest of war, had devoted his time during it to healing soldiers on the battle field and off. He was close with Lady Sybil, had fought alongside Matthew, he'd come back injured. His one hope had killed himself and it shattered him, even the Duke treated him deplorably. He'd been completely selfless to Jimmy even after the boy had broken and nearly ruined him, he's been incredibly sweet to the children, saving them from an evil woman and even more sweet to poor Andy. He saved lady Edith's life and still Carson was cruel to him, even where Robert was not. The "My word is still not good enough?" was really the breaking point. After all his suffering, all the love he had given,he was still seen as something grotesque and treated as a stain as he was about to loose his job and his home. People grow, people change and by now I think it was more than fair to give Thomas a second chance. By a season earlier it was more than fair. He was a good man at this point, sarcastic, wounded, but good under it all. And even when the Bulter had met the end of his career, Thomas didn't rejoice, he was entirely respectful towards him. Too respectful even. I really don't understand anyone who could call Thomas evil. Thank god for Richard Ellis.

[@AceAutistic]

Love this comment, I hated that Carson who Thomas still respected, saying Thomas should be horse whipped for who he his made me so furious!!

[@normiegyal4552]

Thomas is the only realistic character! He is complex whereas all the others just seem flat.

[@hannekevissers4758]

I said the exact same thing the other day.

[@xanievans1479]

True. Mary comes to mind. Thomas was such a complex character and there were several layers to him. Sad they didn't use him more

[@xanievans1479]

@Ber P. he actually is realistic. He knows he is an outcast so he sticks to himself and does everything to benefit with regardless of how it affects others. He knows a normal lovelife isn't an option. He knows his lords will get tired of his antics and fire him soon so he goes searching for a better job. He sees an opportunity coming during the war and jumps into it despite suffering a huge loss due to the defective goods. All his actions are what most ppp wud have taken

[@xanievans1479]

@Ber P. to be fair..being gay was illegal back then hence his actions. Besides, he did change during the late 1920s..going to clubs and such

[@xanievans1479]

@Ber P. Dunno..maybe he went to London but he sure did have a good time in the movie

[@johnnyM809]

Rob James Collier was brilliant as Tom Barrow. A complex character and probably my favourite on Downton Abbey. So many great acting performances on this absolute gem of a show.

[@nazmirahoosen7655]

He was a good person in his own way and the way he showed it! All he wanted was a friend 🥺him and George is so cute together

[@PABWECG]

Oh my, you have me in tears. SO beautiful! I miss Thomas.

[@th_rill]

I'm in tears and I wish I could just hug him

[@fantasyismyfreedom]

I love Thomas so much, despite, or maybe because of, all his flaws. He's beautiful, in so many ways. So is this video, thank you for making this, it warms my heart.

[@VirMedina]

From time to time I come back to this video to cry over my favorite character of all time. Anyone else?

[@Noor-pp5qq]

I think there is a little bit of Thomas in each and everyone of us. seeking approval and acceptance here and there. The strongest character of the entire show❤

[@evehughes8023]

Another video got me in tears😂😂😩😩 I love Thomas so much and this has done him justice perfectly 💗

[@soulmate1582]

thank you very much! (:

[@Lara96bb0]

The way his eyes fell when Jimmy went into that room... He helped him and made him happy even though he himself broke. I love this baby so much!!!

[@minozalejandrasoopbyeol6650]

Thomas will be always in my heart 😭😭😭. The best character of serie. He broke my heart too. So realistic and complex, great actor Rob James Collier 👏👏👏👏👏

[@dianapopa2579]

So beautiful and sad... If only others could see Thomas in this course of events, in his true nature, then they would realize this man has such a good heart inside. I think Thomas didn't even want to be saved, but he saved others... Mrs. Baxter saw the truth, and got beyond the sharp tongued, smug defense. Has anyone else noticed the way he looks down during weddings, at the part where the groom and bride receive the blessing? Is very emotional and sad, because it happens even today, sometimes. But, let's be happy, in the end things turned good for him :) Best video, is simply beyond words, thank you so much for bringing justice to this great character. Rob James-Collier is such a great actor, all of them are great, pure talent. Excellent series, I love Downton Abbey.

[@natalias3502]

I loved his character since the very first episode when he appeared walking around the mansion with the tray in his hand and his poker face. in love with this character I swear 💝💝💙

[@megm7424]

Thomas is my favourite character, he has so many layers and vast amounts of character development. His story is so sad but inspirational. Love the video, it depicts him so well :)

[@omogoshywoshy5194]

im already too emotional from rewatching the whole series and right now im tearing up so much. eveytime thomas showed a crack in his villainous, smug, selfish character i wanted to hug him . amazing video, thanks for making me sad :') :'(

[@soulmate1582]

you're welcome! but seriously though, thank you very much!

[@majoy101]

I loved to hate him at the start of the series but i loved him at the end. He’s a good example of a complex but well written character. Kudos to the writers!

[@krabbykat9918]

he definitely grew to be my favorite character. He does seem to be loyal with a good heart. lack of acceptance made him bitter. Ms Baxter proved a good friend!

[@elisa680]

Why am i crying? I just finished the series a few days ago and i can not shake the idea of Thomas Barrow, I feel like i needed more of him and I feel an emptiness now that the series has finished, i wish i could go to the other side of my screen and give him a big long cuddle

[@anneliethom3332]

Wow, this is my favourite video about Thomas! I love this character so much! 😍😭

[@ABirdOnTheMoon]

I always just wanted to give Thomas a hug .. he was lonely among a lot of people .. and a lot of the things he did were reactions ... and a result of an unhappy man ..

[@manolitarosales4242]

Thomas Barrow and Master George are truly friends. So nice to watch them. Touching.

[@leavnm6732]

He's such a good hearted man. This video shows it even more, I'm tearing up every time I watch it :') He's definitely my favourite character. So strong, just so misunderstood and... Broken. I'd love to cheer him up.. 😅 ❤️❤️❤️ Thank you so much for this great video, mate. It's amazing!

[@Jojofatta]

so beautiful . crying after all these months

[@katesharp6337]

here after watching the downton abbey film, and i’m in tears. His love story was my highlight of the film, and i’m glad he got his chance at happiness. He deserves it more than anyone ❤️

[@solamente9755]

Thomas will forever live in my heart

[@shirahime23]

Had to keep myself from crying. This was wonderful. Thank you, Soul Mate. Thomas was capable of being cruel. He could be very deliberate and uncompromising when he wanted to be. But I believe that much of that was in no way his fault--he had been wounded for a very long time, and pain can change a person. Accumulating hurt over the years and grappling with who you are, and by the looks of it, being let down by people when all you want to be given is a chance to be true to yourself (before coming to Downton, and again, when he started there), all of these can suck the hope and light out of life. When the dark is all that's left, it is very hard to remain pleasant and upright; either the deep drowns you or it permeates your being and alters you. You chose whatever it is that allows you to survive, even if it means that you have to give up what essentially makes you you (a good heart, a trusting nature, etc.).I am reminded of the time when Bates and Thomas talked just before Thomas shut himself in the bathroom. Bates pointed out that had he (Thomas) been a better person, things wouldn't have been so difficult for him. To which, Thomas replied, that it was being a good person that got him into trouble in the first place. Thomas had become disillusioned with a world that has constantly let him down for trying to be a good person. I understand what it meant for him to become very jaded. I think, on a simpler level, this is what Thomas fought very hard against: wanting to be good and honest to himself, but struggling with being made to feel "wrong" and therefore, inadequate in some way. Being made to feel like this creates deep feelings of bitterness and resentment, not to mention, fuels his own feelings of loneliness and wretchedness. This is how he ends up being so good at protecting himself, even at the cost of antagonizing others. Having to fight to survive teaches you many things: how to mask your insecurity, how to build walls, how to thicken your armor, and how to hurl stones right back at people--and all this while struggling to keep his pain from anyone's eyes. The moments in which Thomas is able to manifest the kindness in his heart (which he had locked away) makes me truly think that if people and the times had only been more forgiving, he would have openly been a very sensitive, eager, and truly sweet human being. Him bonding with children says it all: he finds it very natural to trust little ones who are innocent, without motive or judgment, and around them, he feels like he can be just himself, human, without all the tools that he has armed himself with to withstand the cruelty and unkindness he has come to know for many years. If he did not have to learn to fight, he wouldn't have had to become so hard. The force of necessity did that to him. This does not excuse why he had become such a difficult man for most to trust, much less like. But it does provide people with one important piece of information: people are, at many times, the product of ruthless circumstances. I'm truly happy that in the end, his journey has taken him to a place where he can truly be proud of himself. It takes a lot in a person to keep fighting towards something, even if it is just the following day. Even when Tomas seems so proud and put together, he is so very human just like the rest of us--fighting and failing and sometimes, there is a respite, just up until the fighting resumes again and the endless ordeal becomes overwhelming. I cried tears of joy when I watched "those scenes" in the movie. He, more than anyone, deserves the right to feel true and tender happiness with someone who accepts him without fault or malice. Whenever I think of that "finger to lip moment," I truly feel like sobbing. There is nothing like finding someone who understands and reciprocates the feelings you hold dear to your heart. Renewing your faith in humanity allows you to not only live, but to look forward to living. We need this in large quantities if we want to feel that our life is worth something. I wish you happiness, truly, Thomas. May it return the belief you had in the world before things went differently. May healing come and hope spring eternal in you.

[@53kawaii]

Thanks for making this Really love Mr.Barrow

[@soulmate1582]

thank you very much! appreciate this! (:

[@tinkadippy]

No man is an island. I think I can understand Tomas Barrow so close, maybe due to this he is my favorite character ever. He isn't bad person, he just misunderstood person. He need to be like this, like cold, egoistic and evil maybe. Cause he need to be like that to survive near this people who surround him every day and can't understand him. But when you trying to show that you can be real person and you also have a heart, no one don't want listen to you.

[@claudial.1268]

So beautiful! I love Thomas Barrow - I know he did bad things, but...ugh, I just love him.

[@tamunadartsmelia]

This is perfection ❤️❤️❤️❤️i love thomas more than any other fictional character ever😍 i wish he just existed.

[@soulmate1582]

+tamuna dartsmelia same! (: thank you, btw!

[@inactivedonotsend3278]

This video has made me cry, I love it and watch it on repeat

[@soulmate1582]

thaaank you sooo much! (:

[@wenglishsal]

What a fabulous tribute to 'Our Thomas'.. AND whoopee we SHALL SEE HIM AGAIN when the Downton FILM comes out.. Oh I am so happy, he will be Butler at Downton and have Master George in his life, a real friend ... Best wishes from Wales UK...

[@isabellab685]

I started crying watching this. Thomas started off as rude but he changed during the shos, but no one saw that

[@sarahlii1989]

My favorite character! I think I had a crush on him throughout the whole series, but I didn't realise it until the last episodes.

[@xXxZxOxExXx]

Oh this is brilliant! Love Thomas Well done, great video :)

[@soulmate1582]

+Simmons Zo thank you! that means a lot! (:

[@not-a-ghost2206]

the fight is actually such a good display of depression. and of course a man like barrow, who is born in the wrong time, will feel lonely. when you're that deep in you just wanna feel something. you don't care whats gonna happen to you, out of loyalty to others or lonelyness of self- it doesn't matter anymore. until you get to the breaking point. i love that thomas had miss baxter and master george, who cared for him. it doesn't excuse his actions, but he was trapped and letting out his anger in unhealthy ways.

[@lilyl3470]

Thank you, now I'm crying because of the feels... :'(

[@soulmate1582]

thank you! cheer up, he's gonna be just fine! (:

[@SelySilvent]

So glad he found love and happiness in the movie. If anyone deserved it, it was him 🥰

[@alinasunforest9603]

At the Beginn i Don't like him,but now he has become one of my Favorite characters,because he is simply different but in a good Way amd he has really a heart (Sry for bad English I'm German)

[@soulmate1582]

das is ja ganz ok! der war am anfang auch nicht sympathisch; ich bin dankbar wir haben seine geschichte gelernt, thomas kann auch sehr nett sein (sorry for bad german, im russian)

[@nina1522]

Alina Sunforest I agree he grew up a lot over the course of the show.

[@nunatosally1]

Kann mich euch nur anschließen und möchte noch sagen, dass dein deutsch sehr gut ist, fast perfekt :)

[@thefashionsun50]

I used to hated her. Now I'm ended the show and he's my favourite. He isn't mean, just dammaged, he was just scare to suffer more.

[@daisy6576]

Awwwww thats brighten up my day

[@isi8422]

I want him to become happy. He deserves so much happiness.

[@ShoesOnBookshelf]

this reminded me why he was my favourite of the downstairs team. beautiful video

[@Just_Ben]

I know someone like him and how he lives his life is not like others .. he struggled just to make up for another day .. not like he did not want to have any help , but he does not know how

[@Annayasha]

This was so beautiful 😭

[@GCOCO-xd9ye]

Thank you for uploading the video! This drama is also popular in Japan.

[@dunkelrot9915]

Wonderful video! Thank you so much :) I would love them to do a spin off with Thomas as main character. Will never happen, but a girl can dream.

[@5MRfun5]

every time I watch this video I cry so hard 😭, but I can't stop watching it, this edit/video is a master piece, I love it with all my heart and soul 💖, good job making this 😭❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤🤍

[@p.m.4820]

A great video about a great character.

[@mirdja83]

God I love his soft creamy voice.

[@xanievans1479]

I have watched many movies and series...NO ONE, NO ONE has moved me like Thomas did. I actually teared up at his scenes especially towards the end. Trust me when I say I haven't cried for any other character in the series. "So my word is still not good enough,Mr Carson. After all these years"..." I only wish they were"..I know Thomas had himself to blame for making himself not trustworthy by his actions but can u imagine the hurt he must have felt when he realized that he wasn't trusted a bit after 10+ years of service. Being tossed aside like garbage by everyone. I must be mad feeling emotionally wrecked over a fictional character. Now if he doesn't get laid in the upcoming movie...there will be riots

[@prologuetr2182]

I can't imagine being a gay person at that time.. "you are not the creature of today" hits me hard

[@Lena-ut1ne]

I cry 😇i love him❤️he is my favourit of Downtown Abbey💪😻

[@sharondavies832]

I'm crying so much!

[@Lightemblem77]

Even if he shows the world his bad and sneaky side...he has a good and pure heart. we live in a time were you can say that you are gay in the most countries....he haden' t the chance. he is my second favourite one in the serie. What a good actor :) and a really beautiful song. Beste Grüße

[@derrickquema3353]

I'm still pissed they ended his storyline without romance. Everyone else was coupled up. They couldn't find some hot strapping young stud to "ship" him with?

[@michaelvillanueva233]

I don't think that his character needed help in that department. It's understood.

[@derrickquema3353]

Understood In what way?

[@michaelvillanueva233]

Derrick Quema That he will eventually find his match. At least that's how I understood it.

[@derrickquema3353]

Maybe I am just negative, But the way I understood it is, Thomas realizes that even though he will probably never find love, at least he gets to stay at Downton, so he won't be lonely

[@derrickquema3353]

Also, I kind of do feel his character needed help in that department. There was no way of finding other gay guys back then except for pure luck. You just had to make your move and hope 1. that he doesnt kill you if you are wrong, and 2. that he's interested. The show didn't show any implication that there was a potential romance. So, in my eyes, it implies romance is jut not in the cards for him

[@AnbuKakashi038]

Thomas is really the best Charakter in Downton Abbey and of course my favorite. Many people think he is only mean but don't brother to understand him. After all he has to go through it Is no wonder why he is like he is. Thomas is the most complex Charakter and I think we all can personify us with him somewhere. For me he is Beautiful, Lovely, a true friend and so much more

[@di942842]

I think deep inside, Barrow has always been a good person. It's people like O'Brien who kinda made him bad. Coz when O'Brien left, he was less likely to behave in a bad way. I did not like him in the earlier seasons, but towards the last season, he turned out to be one of my favorite characters.

[@lottiemorton6373]

nope not sobbing 😭 I love Thomas as a character and I'm so happy that he got his happy ending in downton abbey 2

[@lizzielane1979]

Well that hit me right in the feels

[@rosspoldark6690]

amazing job

[@jennyj8575]

This made me cry 😭😭

[@westminsterwatcher5152]

Thomas was so misunderstood! He just wanted a friend!

[@megm7424]

this is amazing!

[@soulmate1582]

+Meg Matthews thank you very much!

[@insulareshdxo9454]

I can feel him, I’m suffering coz of what I have done, so I am paying the price, too

[@destinationadd]

And finally he got what he deserved❤️

[@eizhowa]

While I love Downton, I can't make myself watch the final episode because I know there is a limit to how happy an ending Thomas could have gotten in the 1920s :(

[@xanievans1479]

Be happy...his prospects look bright in the coming movie

[@irishgirl379]

You hate him but yet you love him poor ole Thomas

[@danistrawberry28]

I love Barrow.

[@samREDICEbunny]

❤️. I miss barrow. I miss Downton Abbey so much.

[@karenax254]

Little George is so cute!!

[@florinedel-signore6173]

My sweet precious child

[@sybilcrawley4004]

Great, very Great💚

[@chethankodandarama1204]

Tears !!!

[@novoplaneta3520]

I always liked Thomas but I cannot see more the serie for I am in Brazil and my computer cannot get the British System, except some episodes. Tks for this video.

[@nabilasli2371]

wow why am i sobbing rn

[@rebecavasconcelos6417]

crying now....

[@rabbityouth239]

I love you Thomas

[@rachell4973]

Ooh love this.

[@MrStephanieJChia]

brb crying

[@zombvee39]

i'm crying

[@katesteventon5296]

A story of redemption

[@MariaHossain]

Thomas had the best character arc among the characters. Idc, argue with the wall.