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The war is over, but intrigue, crisis, romance, and change still grip the beloved estate in the thrilling new season of Downton Abbey. Written and created by Julian Fellowes, with its all-star returning cast and Oscar-winning guest star Shirley MacLaine, Downton Abbey, Season 3 premieres January 6, 2013 on Masterpiece classic! Until then, explore all things Downton, from war to peace to everything in between.



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West End Theatres to Dim Their Lights in Memory of Dame Maggie Smith Photo West End Theatres to Dim Their Lights in Memory of Dame Maggie Smith
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 27, 2024

Following the sad news of the passing of legendary actress Dame Maggie Smith, West End theatres will dim their lights for 2 minutes at 7pm on Tuesday 1 October, in her memory. Learn more about the life and career of Maggie Smith....


VIDEO: Watch the DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA Teaser Trailer Photo VIDEO: Watch the DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA Teaser Trailer
by Michael Major - November 15, 2021

The original principal cast of Downton Abbey will all once again return for the second film, including Harry Hadden-Paton, Maggie Smith, Imelda Staunton, Kevin Doyle, Allen Leech, and more.  In addition to the original cast, Hugh Dancy, Laura Haddock, Nathalie Baye, Dominic West, and Jonathan Zaccaï...


Photos: Lesley Nicol Opens HOW THE HELL DID I GET HERE? At The McKittrick Hotel Photo Photos: Lesley Nicol Opens HOW THE HELL DID I GET HERE? At The McKittrick Hotel
by A.A. Cristi - April 27, 2022

The McKittrick Hotel, home of Sleep No More, welcomes the New York premiere of How the Hell Did I Get Here?, starring “Downton Abbey’s” Mrs. Patmore, Lesley Nicol. Playing a strictly limited engagement in The Club Car through May 8. ...


PRIVATE LIVES, Starring Nigel Havers and Patricia Hodge, to Transfer to West End Photo PRIVATE LIVES, Starring Nigel Havers and Patricia Hodge, to Transfer to West End
by Aliya Al-Hassan - July 04, 2023

Noël Coward’s scintillating comic masterpiece Private Lives starring Nigel Havers and Patricia Hodge heads to the West End this Autumn....


Hugh Bonneville to Guest Star on the Barn Theatre's TWEEDY'S LOST & FOUND Photo Hugh Bonneville to Guest Star on the Barn Theatre's TWEEDY'S LOST & FOUND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 27, 2020

Downton Abbey and Paddington star Hugh Bonneville is to be the latest special guest on the Barn Theatre in Cirencester's live streaming show, Tweedy's Lost & Found....


Nick Offerman Moves in with CuriosityStream for New Documentary Series Photo Nick Offerman Moves in with CuriosityStream for New Documentary Series
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 04, 2020

Whatever the structure or shelter, the history of humankind is deeply entwined with the fascinating story of where, how, and why we make our homes. CuriosityStream's original three-part series The History of Home is a visually stunning journey around the globe and through time to discover the surpri...


VIDEO: New DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA Film Trailer Released Photo VIDEO: New DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA Film Trailer Released
by Michael Major - February 15, 2022

From award-winning creator Julian Fellowes comes the motion picture event DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA. The much-anticipated cinematic return of the global phenomenon reunites the beloved cast, including Harry Hadden-Paton, Robert James-Collier, Allen Leech, Phyllis Logan, Elizabeth McGovern, Imelda Sta...


Kiln Theatre Presents Jim Carter In Conversation With The Cast And Creatives Of Downt Photo Kiln Theatre Presents Jim Carter In Conversation With The Cast And Creatives Of Downton Abbey: A New Era
by Stephi Wild - April 27, 2022

Kiln Theatre announces today that Jim Carter will return with Imelda Staunton to host a special fundraising event on Sunday 8 May at 4pm with a host of guests from the brand-new film, Downton Abbey: A New Era, including Sophie McShera and producer Liz Trubridge. All proceeds will go to Kiln Theatre'...


Downton Abbey's Lesley Nicols Stars in the World Premiere Musical: HOW THE HELL DID I Photo Downton Abbey's Lesley Nicols Stars in the World Premiere Musical: HOW THE HELL DID I GET HERE?
by - March 08, 2022

Special Offer - Downton Abbey’s Lesley Nicols Stars in the World Premiere Musical: How the Hell Did I Get Here?...


DreamWorks Animation's THE BAD GUYS to Stream on Peacock Tomorrow Photo DreamWorks Animation's THE BAD GUYS to Stream on Peacock Tomorrow
by Michael Major - June 30, 2022

Based on the blockbuster scholastic book series by Aaron Blabey, 'The Bad Guys' features an all-star cast including Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, Craig Robinson, Anthony Ramos, Awkwafina, Richard Ayoade, Zazie Beetz, Lilly Singh and Alex Borstein. 'Downton Abbey: A New Era,' 'Firestarter,' 'Ambulance' a...


Peacock Announces MID-CENTURY Premiere Date Photo Peacock Announces MID-CENTURY Premiere Date
by Michael Major - October 18, 2022

Academy Award nominee Bruce Dern (Nebraska), Stephen Lang (Avatar franchise), and Shane West (Gotham) highlight this stylish, intense horror-thriller following a husband and wife's weekend in a mid-century modern vacation rental turned deadly when the husband discovers the owner is a psychopath....


DOWNTON ABBEY Sequel Debuts Title, DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA Photo DOWNTON ABBEY Sequel Debuts Title, DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 26, 2021

A new era begins. The entire Downton cast is back for #DowntonAbbey: A New Era, with Hugh Dancy, Laura Haddock, Nathalie Baye and Dominic West joining....


EPIX Announces Season Two of PENNYWORTH Photo EPIX Announces Season Two of PENNYWORTH
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 12, 2020

New casting announcements for this season include Lucius Fox, who will be played by Simon Manyonda (His Dark Materials) and Melanie Troy, who will be played by Jessica de Gouw (The Hunting, Gretel and Hansel). ...


Video: West End Theatre Lights Dim for Maggie Smith Photo Video: West End Theatre Lights Dim for Maggie Smith
by Nicole Rosky - October 01, 2024

Following the sad news of the passing of legendary actress Dame Maggie Smith, West End theatres dimmed their lights for 2 minutes in her memory. Watch in this video....


Imelda Staunton Confirms Final DOWNTON ABBEY Movie Photo Imelda Staunton Confirms Final DOWNTON ABBEY Movie
by Michael Major - March 20, 2024

Imelda Staunton has confirmed that a final Downton Abbey film is in the works. Written by Julian Fellowes – who wrote the book for musicals like Mary Poppins and School of Rock – Downton Abbey has starred Harry Hadden-Paton, Elizabeth McGovern, Brendan Coyle, Dan Stevens, Maggie Smith, Dominic West,...


Hugh Bonneville, Robert Bathurst, and Jane Asher Come Together in Support of Greenwic Photo Hugh Bonneville, Robert Bathurst, and Jane Asher Come Together in Support of Greenwich Foundation for the Old Royal Naval College
by Stephi Wild - January 24, 2020

Last night at the Old Royal Naval College, British national treasures Hugh Bonneville, Robert Bathurst and Jane Asher came together in support of this UNESCO heritage site in Greenwich....


Photo: Check Out a New DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA Poster Photo Photo: Check Out a New DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA Poster
by Michael Major - February 14, 2022

The original principal cast of DOWNTON ABBEY will all once again return for the second film. In addition to the original cast, Hugh Dancy, Laura Haddock, Nathalie Baye, Dominic West, and Jonathan Zaccaï will join the cast. The official trailer will be released tomorrow, February 15....


DOWNTON ABBEY Star Lesley Nichol Brings Her One Woman Musical To Chicago Photo DOWNTON ABBEY Star Lesley Nichol Brings Her One Woman Musical To Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - January 26, 2022

Award-winning British actress of Downton Abbey Lesley Nicol shares her journey from up-and-comer to big-screen sensation in this autobiographical musical, HOW THE HELL DID I GET HERE? which launches its North American tour in Chicago at the Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N. Lincoln Avenue during it...


Stage and Screen Actress Dame Maggie Smith Dies at 89 Photo Stage and Screen Actress Dame Maggie Smith Dies at 89
by Stephi Wild - September 27, 2024

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actress Dame Maggie Smith has died at age 89. Perhaps best known for her screen roles in the Harry Potter film series and Downton Abbey, Smith also had several stage credits to her name, and won a Tony Award in 1990....


DOWNTON ABBEY 3 Officially in the Works with Paul Giamatti, Dominic West, & More Photo DOWNTON ABBEY 3 Officially in the Works with Paul Giamatti, Dominic West, & More
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2024

Following Imelda Staunton's recent statements about a third Downton Abbey film, it has been confirmed that another installment in the franchise is indeed happening. Simon Curtis is returning to direct after helming 2022’s Downton Abbey: A New Era, and much of the original cast is returning, along wi...


Full Cast Set For London Première of FAREWELL MISTER HAFFMANN at Park Theatre Photo Full Cast Set For London Première of FAREWELL MISTER HAFFMANN at Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - January 23, 2025

The cast has been announced for the London première of Jean-Philippe Daguerre's Farewell Mister Haffmann adapted by Jeremy Sams. Learn more about the show here!...


DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA to Stream on Peacock Photo DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA to Stream on Peacock
by Michael Major - June 14, 2022

The film includes Hugh Bonneville, Laura Carmichael, Jim Carter, Raquel Cassidy, Brendan Coyle, Michelle Dockery, Kevin Doyle, Michael Fox, Joanne Froggatt, Harry Hadden-Paton, Robert James-Collier, Allen Leech, Phyllis Logan, Elizabeth McGovern, Sophie McShera, Tuppence Middleton, Lesley Nichol, Ma...


Peacock Announces Political Thriller THE INDEPENDENT Starring Jodie Turner-Smith & Mo Photo Peacock Announces Political Thriller THE INDEPENDENT Starring Jodie Turner-Smith & More
by Michael Major - October 26, 2022

Peacock has announced The Independent, a Relativity Media film from Park Pictures, Anonymous Content and NEXT Productions. The film follows a young journalist who discovers a conspiracy involving a U.S. Presidential candidate that could change the election and the fate of the country. Watch a first ...


Julian Fellowes Will Begin Work on DOWNTON ABBEY Film Sequel After THE GILDED AGE Photo Julian Fellowes Will Begin Work on DOWNTON ABBEY Film Sequel After THE GILDED AGE
by Stephi Wild - January 19, 2020

According to Deadline, Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes will start working on a sequel to the series' feature film after finishing work on HBO's The Gilded Age....


Video: Watch MGM+'s BELGRAVIA: THE NEXT CHAPTER Trailer From THE GILDED AGE Creators Photo Video: Watch MGM+'s BELGRAVIA: THE NEXT CHAPTER Trailer From THE GILDED AGE Creators
by Michael Major - November 15, 2023

The series stars Harriet Slater as “Clara Trenchard (née Dunn)”, Benjamin Wainwright as “Frederick Trenchard”, Edward Bluemel as “Dr. Stephen Ellerby”, Toby Regbo as “Rev. James Trenchard”, Hannah Onslow as “Emily Dunn”, Sophie Thompson as “Mrs. Dunn”, Claude Perron as “The Marquise D’Etagnac”, and ...






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