Liputan6.com, Jakarta The "Downton Abbey" film franchise will soon reach its climax with the release of "Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale," the third and final film in the epic story of the Crawley family.
Scheduled for release in September 2025, the film is directed by Simon Curtis and rewritten by Julian Fellowes, the creator of the original series.
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The film will take audiences back to the lives of aristocratic England in the 1930s, where the Crawley family and their loyal staff face significant new challenges.
As a continuation of the beloved television series and the two previous films, "Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale" promises an emotional resolution for its characters.
The film is the tribute paid to the late Dame Maggie Smith, who played the iconic Dowager Countess Violet Crawley.
"Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale" Production Details and Release Schedule
The film, officially titled "Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale," marks the final chapter in a saga.
Directed by Simon Curtis, who previously helmed "Downton Abbey: A New Era," the film once again credits Julian Fellowes, the Oscar-winning writer and mastermind behind the original series.
Carnival Films is producing the film, with Gareth Neame, Julian Fellowes, and Liz Trubridge producing.
Focus Features will distribute the film in the United States, while Universal Pictures International will distribute it in the United Kingdom and other international territories.
The release date for "Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale" varies across countries.
The film will premiere on September 10, 2025, in France, followed by Australia on September 11, 2025, and then in the United Kingdom and the United States on September 12, 2025.
The film has a running time of approximately 124 to 125 minutes.Confirmation of the production of the third "Downton Abbey" was announced by Imelda Staunton in March 2024.
Filming began on May 13, 2024, and was successfully completed in August 2024, demonstrating efficiency within the tight production schedule.
Old and New Faces in "Downton Abbey"
"Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale" will see the return of most of the core cast, familiar faces to loyal fans.
Some of the returning main cast members include Hugh Bonneville as Robert Crawley, Elizabeth McGovern as Cora Crawley, Michelle Dockery as Lady Mary Talbot, and Laura Carmichael as Lady Edith Pelham.
Additionally, Jim Carter, Phyllis Logan, Robert James-Collier, Joanne Froggatt, and Allen Leech also reprise their roles.
Paul Giamatti even reprises his role as Harold Levinson from the TV series.
The film also introduces several new faces, such as Joely Richardson, Alessandro Nivola, Simon Russell Beale, and Arty Froushan.
However, Matthew Goode (Henry Talbot) is unable to return due to scheduling conflicts and knee surgery recovery.
"Downton Abbey" Finale In-Depth Plot and Storyline
"Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale" will bring audiences to the 1930s.
The Crawley family and their staff must adapt to a new era filled with challenges, both personal and social, that will test their resilience.
One of the main focuses of "Downton Abbey" is the scandal that befell Lady Mary Talbot following her divorce from Henry Talbot.
This event not only causes her to be ostracized from social events but also raises serious questions about her ability to manage the future of the iconic Downton Abbey.
Furthermore, the Crawley family will also face complex financial problems.
The film will deeply explore the impact of the Great Depression of 1929 on the British aristocracy, showing how they struggle to maintain their lifestyles amidst economic hardship.
Overall, "Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale" will depict how the family must embrace change, how the staff prepares for a new chapter, and becomes a touching tribute to the character of Violet Crawley.