New York — Three years after going off the air, Downton Abbey is coming back as a movie.
Focus Features said Friday that it will this summer begin production on a Downton film that will reunite the Crawley family on the big screen. Series creator Julian Fellowes wrote the screenplay and will produce.
The long-rumoured film adaptation is likely to be released sometime next year. The primary cast members are all set to return.
SEE THE TWEET HERE:
Welcome back to Downton! We’re thrilled to announce that #DowntonAbbey is coming to the big screen. Film production begins this summer. pic.twitter.com/3scMUmosic
— Downton Abbey (@DowntonAbbey) July 13, 2018
Over six seasons, Downton Abbey became a global hit, airing in at least 150 countries, and setting a record for non-U.S. television shows with 69 Emmy nominations.
Brian Percival, who directed the series' pilot, will direct the film.
Joanne Froggatt who plays Anna Bates responded to the news on Instagram. Alongside a photo she wrote: "Are you as excited as us about the Downton movie?! #itsofficial #downtonabbey".
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