This “period masterpiece” isn’t one to miss as fans exclaim they “enjoyed every minute of it”.

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Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes’ other ‘masterpiece’ period drama is on Netflix.(Image: NETFLIX)

Netflix fans can’t stop raving about this “sumptuous period” drama.

Julian Fellowes’ Downton Abbey was a global phenomenon on ITV running for six seasons and three films, the latest of which came out in the cinemas last year.

Having also created hits like the Oscar Award-winning Gosford Park and The Gilded Age, another hit Fellowes series is already on Netflix.

The English Game is a historical drama set in the late 19th Century, delving into how modern football went from an elite amateur sport to a game for the working-class.

As well as the game itself, the six-part limited series highlights the class struggle and the rivalry between the “wealthy Old Etonians and northern mill workers”.

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The English Game follows the story of modern football in the late 19th Century.(Image: NETFLIX)

Taking to Rotten Tomatoes and IMDb, fans have been singing the praises of this 2020 hit.

“Julian Fellowes has made another period masterpiece!” a viewer exclaimed.

Another wrote: “Absolutely superb.The best series I’ve watched in a while.Captivating and enthralling.”

Others have described it as “binge-worthy” and “another winner” for the Downton Abbey creator.

Someone else said: “I was more than shocked at how good this was straight from the first episode. Emotional, passionate and an all round incredible story.

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The English Game is available to watch on Netlfix.(Image: NETFLIX)

“Even if you’re not a football fan there’s plenty to enjoy, learn and keep you watching throughout.”

While another added: “I absolutely loved this period drama! I don’t even like football and yet I totally got caught up in the passion for the game. Wonderful fully fleshed out characters. Sumptuous period detail too.”

The English Game also stars some familiar including The Kingsman star Edward Holcroft, Jamestown’s Niamh Walsh, Game of Thrones’ Charlotte Hope and Gangs of London actor James Harkness.

The English Game is available to watch on Netflix.