When Downton Abbey’s first movie was released three years ago, speculation swirled about a sequel. At the time, creator Julian Fellowes and crew weren’t sure if it would happen, but they were certainly open to the idea. And now that Downton Abbey: A New Era is upon us, history seems to be repeating itself when it comes to Downton Abbey 3.
Fellowes told the Daily Mail, “In this business, it’s foolish not to give people what they want. I’ve said goodbye to these characters more times than I can number them. Every time I think, ‘This is the end, goodbye.’ Then I write another series or movie.” .
Plus, most members of the cast were in agreement, with Mrs. Bates star Joanne Frogat telling Digital Spy, “I think if Julian still wanted to write it and audiences still wanted to watch it, I think we’d all be very keen.”
Sure, there are a number of roads Downton Abbey 3 would likely go if Fellowes decided to mistake another. Warning: spoilers for Dunton Abbey: a new era ahead.
As the plot moves from 1912, when the series began, to the early 1930s in the second film, Fellowes continues to have a wealth of history to besiege Downton Abbey.
There was hardship of the Great Depression to be explored, or perhaps more historical figures such as King George V could be introduced.
The 1930s saw Winston Churchill in his wilderness, so he might end up visiting Downton. Then there was the Year of the Three Kings in 1936 to consider, too.
And let’s not forget the rise of fascism in Western Europe and the looming World War II in 1939; Although we’ll probably have to wait for Downton Abbey 4 or 5 for that.
Aside from covering World War II in a possible futuristic movie, perhaps Mrs. Mary George’s son will fight the Nazis, the actors can continue to age with history over the years.
Even if the movies were discontinued, we wouldn’t be surprised if we saw Michelle Dockery return as the widow of the ’60s and ’70s in thirty years.
As long as there’s an audience for her and Fellowes is keeping the magic high, bring in more Downton.
Downton Abbey: A New Era is now available in UK cinemas.
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