What if there were still some surprises to come from Downton Abbey? The Daily Mail unexpectedly announces the return of the beloved series just when we thought we’d said our final goodbyes to the Crawley family and their workers in 2015 (especially after two films, the last of which was released in 2022)!
There are rumors that the well-known home will reopen for a seventh season. Actress Imelda Staunton, who played Lady Bagshaw in the series, made the following announcement on BBC Radio 2 on March 20 she said, “There’s going to be a final film, and that’s that.”
This was a true coup for fans of the series who had been happy with two films to extend their enjoyment. If verified, a new season is slated to premiere in late 2024, but it is cloaked in secrecy and has never been this private. Non-disclosure agreements bind the cast and crew and pique fans’ interest and excitement.
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Is there a seventh season of Downton Abbey?
The production is reportedly underway on a “surprise comeback” for the historical drama, with producers seeking to reunite stars Hugh Bonneville and Michelle Dockery.
Despite the rumors, there seems to be no plans for additional Downton Abbey episodes. Though creator Julian Fellowes stated that he wouldn’t rule out returning to the property, there is hope.
Between 2010 and 2015, Downton Abbey aired for six seasons. It was revived for two film adaptations in 2019 and 2022.
Building on the rumors of a TV return, There have been reports that a third Downton Abbey film is being developed, with production reportedly set to begin in the summer of 2024.
The enduring popularity of Downton Abbey has endured since its celebrated six-season run ended in 2015. This is especially true considering the triumph of the two theater productions that continued the adventures of the Crawley family and their domestic helpers.
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