Downton Abbey: The Finale (2015): Cast & Plot
Downton Abbey: The Finale is a 2015 romantic drama directed by Michael Engler, starring Maggie Smith as Violet Crawley, Hugh Bonneville and Elizabeth McGovern. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes.
- Released
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- 1h 33m (93 min)
- Director
- Michael Engler
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English - Studio
- Carnival Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Downton Abbey: The Finale About?
The premise of Downton Abbey: The Finale without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
This two-hour Christmas special serves as the series finale, focusing on the lives of the Crawley family and their servants. Mary attempts to reconcile with her sister, while Edith’s past continues to cause complications. Henry adjusts to life as a husband and stepfather, but integrating into the Downton household presents unexpected challenges. The special explores the evolving relationships and future prospects for all the beloved characters.
Downton Abbey: The Finale Cast & Characters
Maggie Smith leads the cast as Violet Crawley, with Hugh Bonneville as Robert Crawley and Elizabeth McGovern as Cora Crawley. Directed by Michael Engler; 36 actors are credited in all.
- Director Michael Engler
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Maggie Smith as Violet Crawley -
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Elizabeth McGovern as Cora Crawley - Laura Carmichael as Edith Crawley
Also Starring in Downton Abbey: The Finale
· 32 more- Michelle Dockery Mary Crawley
- Robert James-Collier Thomas Barrow
- Matthew Goode Henry Talbot
- Allen Leech Tom Branson
- Patricia Hodge Mrs. Pelham
- Harry Hadden-Paton Bertie Pelham
- Joanne Froggatt Anna Smith
- Brendan Coyle John Bates
- Raquel Cassidy Baxter
- Kevin Doyle Joseph Molesley
- Penelope Wilton Isobel Crawley
- Sophie McShera Daisy Mason
- Lesley Nicol Mrs. Patmore
- Jim Carter Mr. Carson
- Lily James Lady Rose MacClare
- Michael Cochrane Reverend Travis
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- Patrick Brennan Mr. Dawes
- James Greene Sir Mark Stiles
- Samantha Bond Lady Rosamund Painswick
- Michael Fox Andy
- Phyllis Logan Mrs. Hughes
- Paul Copley Mr. Mason
- Sue Johnston Miss Denker
- Jeremy Swift Spratt
- David Robb Dr. Clarkson
- Peter Egan Hugh 'Shrimpie' MacClare
- Douglas Reith Lord Merton
- Charlie Anson Larry Grey
- Matt Barber Atticus Aldridge
- Alastair Bruce Brancaster Butler
- Antonia Bernath
- Phoebe Sparrow
Downton Abbey: The Finale Plot Summary
What happens in Downton Abbey: The Finale from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 1930 London, the Crawleys gather for a night at the theatre, with the family, except Mary Crawley, watching a play that stars Guy Dexter while Noël Coward also holds court as the playwright. Backstage, they run into Dexter, Coward, and the former Downton Abbey butler Thomas Barrow, who now serves as Dexter’s assistant and, intriguingly, his partner. The glimpse behind the scenes hints at shifting loyalties and new alliances, even as the public spectacle promises to keep Downton in the spotlight.
Full summary
The whole story of Downton Abbey: The Finale, scene by scene
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Downton Abbey: The Finale Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “2015 唐顿庄园圣诞特辑：大结局” and “Downton Abbey: Das große Finale”.
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- 2015 唐顿庄园圣诞特辑：大结局
- Downton Abbey: Das große Finale
- Downton Abbey - Christmas Special
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Downton Abbey: The Finale FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Downton Abbey: The Finale, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Downton Abbey: The Finale?
Downton Abbey: The Finale runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
When was Downton Abbey: The Finale released?
Downton Abbey: The Finale was released on December 25, 2015.
Who directed Downton Abbey: The Finale?
Downton Abbey: The Finale was directed by Michael Engler.
More films by Michael Engler Who is in the cast of Downton Abbey: The Finale?
Downton Abbey: The Finale stars Maggie Smith as Violet Crawley, Hugh Bonneville as Robert Crawley and Elizabeth McGovern as Cora Crawley, among 36 credited actors.
Does Downton Abbey: The Finale have a post-credit scene?
No. Downton Abbey: The Finale has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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