Downton Abbey 3 Release Date Set for Period Drama
FANS OF THE BELOVED PERIOD DRAMA, DOWNTON ABBEY, ARE IN FOR A TREAT! THE THIRD INSTALLMENT OF THE FRANCHISE, DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA, HAS FINALIZED ITS RELEASE DATE FOR THE BIG SCREEN.
Producer Gareth Neame and actress Elizabeth McGovern, who plays Lady Cora Grantham, confirmed that the film will hit theaters on December 18, 2022. Fans of the series have been eagerly awaiting the next installment, which promises to explore the lives of the esteemed Crawley family and their loyal servants as they navigate the challenges of the late 1920s and early 1930s.
The first two installments, Downton Abbey (2019) and Downton Abbey: A New Era (2022), received widespread acclaim for their stunning costumes, breathtaking settings, and gripping storylines. The third film promises to continue this tradition, delving deeper into the personal struggles and triumphs of the iconic characters.
"We’re thrilled to announce the release date for Downton Abbey: A New Era," said Neame. "The film is a real treat for fans of the series, and we think they’ll be delighted to see the Crawleys and their loyal servants back in action."
The film takes place in the aftermath of the First World War and follows the Crawleys as they face the challenges of a rapidly changing world. The story promises to explore themes of identity, tradition, and the struggle to maintain social status in a rapidly modernizing society.
The cast, which includes Hugh Bonneville (Lord Grantham), Laura Carmichael (Lady Edith), and Joanne Froggatt (Anna Bates), among many others, will return to reprise their roles.
Fans of the series will also be treated to stunning new locations, including a luxurious villa in the South of France, where the Crawleys embark on a new adventure.
DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA MARKS THE END OF THE FRANCHISE’S INDEPENDENT RUN, AFTER WHICH THE PROPERTY WILL COME UNDER THE CONTROL OF FOCUS FEATURES, IT’S NEW HOME AT MGM.
The release date set for December 18, 2022, should give fans plenty of time to plan their holiday seasons around the film’s launch. With its rich setting, memorable characters, and gripping storylines, Downton Abbey: A New Era is sure to be a holiday season standout.
Get ready to fall in love with the esteemed Crawley family and their loyal servants all over again!