Downton Abbey Film Begins Production

Coming Soon reports that production has started on the feature film sequel to the TV series Downton Abbey, which will be produced by Carnival Films and distributed by Focus Features and Universal Pictures.

Carnival Executive Chairman and producer Gareth Neame said: “We are excited that photography is about to start on the long awaited film and that the beloved main characters will be joined by such exceptional actors playing new roles unique to the movie. When the television series drew to a close it was our dream to bring the millions of global fans a movie and now, after getting many stars aligned, we are shortly to go into production. Julian’s script charms, thrills and entertains and in Brian Percival’s hands we aim to deliver everything that one would hope for as Downton comes to the big screen”.”

The original cast from the series will return, as will creator Julian Fellowes, who wrote the script. He will produce with Neame and Liz Trubridge, with Nigel Marchant executive producing. Brian Percival will direct.

Focus chairman Peter Kujawski added: “Since the series ended, fans of Downton have long been waiting for the Crawley family’s next chapter. We’re thrilled to join this incredible group of filmmakers, actors and craftspeople, led by Julian Fellowes and Gareth Neame, in bringing back the world of Downton to the big screen.“