“Downton Abbey 3” is the forthcoming third installment in the acclaimed historical drama series, set to premiere on September 12, 2025. Directed by Simon Curtis, the film continues the saga of the Crawley family and their staff, delving into the societal and personal transformations of the early 1930s.
The narrative unfolds in the early 1930s, a period marked by significant societal shifts and the looming threat of global conflict. The Crawley family faces new challenges as they adapt to the changing world around them. The film is expected to explore themes of tradition versus modernity, the impact of the Great Depression, and the evolving roles of women in society.
Cast Highlights:
The film features a stellar ensemble cast, including:
- Michelle Dockery as Lady Mary Talbot
- Hugh Bonneville as Robert Crawley, 7th Earl of Grantham
- Laura Carmichael as Edith Pelham, Marchioness of Hexham
- Elizabeth McGovern as Cora Crawley, Countess of Grantham
- Jim Carter as Charles Carson
- Joanne Froggatt as Anna Bates
- Paul Giamatti as Harold Levinson
- Dominic West as Guy Dexter
Additionally, Joely Richardson, Alessandro Nivola, Simon Russell Beale, and Arty Froushan join the cast in undisclosed roles, adding intrigue to the storyline.
Principal photography commenced on May 13, 2024, and concluded in August 2024. The film is produced by Gareth Neame, Julian Fellowes, and Liz Trubridge, with a screenplay by Julian Fellowes. Focus Features is set to distribute the film in the United Kingdom and the United States.
The film will feature a meaningful tribute to the late Dame Maggie Smith, who portrayed the beloved character of the Dowager Countess, Violet Crawley. Her passing in September 2024 has deeply affected the cast and crew, and the film aims to honor her legacy.
Fans and critics alike are eagerly anticipating “Downton Abbey 3,” with expectations of a poignant continuation of the series that balances the grandeur of the era with the intimate storytelling that has defined the franchise.
