Downton Abbey 3: A Poignant Farewell to Dame Maggie Smith
Maggie SmithThe beloved period drama series will soon bid a heartfelt farewell to fans with its latest cinematic installment, 'Downton Abbey 3', which is set to be released in September 2025. This new film is not only a culmination of cherished narratives but also serves as a touching tribute to the late Dame Maggie Smith.
Hugh Bonneville, 60, who has portrayed Robert Crawley, Earl of Grantham since the series' inception, expressed the significance of this upcoming movie during an interview on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show. Filming for the much-anticipated sequel wrapped up this summer, and Bonneville believes this film might indeed be the last in the series.
"We finished a third - and I think probably final - Downton Abbey film this summer", Bonneville remarked. "It's very much set in the house and saying goodbye to all these characters, and we obviously say goodbye to Dame Maggie, which was very poignant on screen and now in real life. She'll be sorely missed, but the final film will obviously be a great lasting tribute to her".
Dame Maggie Smith, who was celebrated for her role as the wittily sharp-tongued Violet Crawley, the Dowager Countess of Grantham, passed away in September at the age of 89. Her loss is deeply felt within the 'Downton Abbey' family and by fans around the world. While Smith's character departed in 'Downton Abbey: A New Era', released in 2022, her real-life passing adds an emotional layer to the series' final farewell.
As fans eagerly await the release of 'Downton Abbey 3', the film promises to be a remarkable homage not only to the legacy of Dame Maggie Smith but also to the enduring love audiences have shown for the Crawley family over the years. Reservations remain high as the countdown begins for what is expected to be a beautifully poignant cinematic event.
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