Downton Abbey: The Official Podcast

Epizodes

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  Downton's Curtain Call 30.09.2025 27min

  In this farewell episode, Hugh Bonneville, Elizabeth McGovern, Lesley Nicol, Joanne Froggatt, Jim Carter, and Creator Julian Fellowes reflect on the cultural impact of Downton Abbey, the cast’s lasting bonds and Dame Maggie Smith’s unforgettable legacy as the series takes its final bow in The Grand Finale.In this moving finale, Hugh Bonneville, Elizabeth McGovern, Lesley Nicol, Joanne Froggatt, Jim Carter and creator Julian Fellowes look back on the cultural impact and personal significance of Downton Abbey. Hugh and Elizabeth share behind-the-scenes moments that symbolize the show’s legacy, while Lesley and Joanne reflect on the family-like bonds formed across the cast. A heartfelt tribute honors Dame Maggie Smith’s unforgettable Dowager Countess, whose wit and wisdom still echo through the final film. Designer Donal Woods and Anna Robbins recall how even Violet’s portrait carried her presence into the story, ensuring her spirit endures. The series closes with a toast to history, heartbreak and home, reminding audiences why Downton will always hold a place in their hearts.—Experience Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale now playing in theaters. Get tickets at DowntonAbbey.com.See Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale + one more film at AMC Theatres to start earning rewards. Watch all 5 for a chance at the Ultimate Cinephile Experience—an invite to 2 Focus Features Film Premieres around the world.https://www.amctheatres.com/giveaway/Ultimate-Focus-Features-Experience See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Legacies and New Beginnings 23.09.2025 26min

  In this episode, Hugh Bonneville and Elizabeth McGovern reflect on Robert and Cora’s enduring partnership, while the cast shares stories of returning favorites, surprising newcomers and the on-set bonds that continue to shape Downton Abbey in The Grand Finale.Host Jacqueline Coley sits down with cast members to reflect on the enduring relationships that have defined Downton for over 15 years. Hugh Bonneville and Elizabeth McGovern revisit Robert and Cora’s bond, recalling pivotal scenes from the series and exploring how the films allowed new dimensions to emerge. The episode also introduces returning and new characters, including Paul Giamatti’s Harold Levinson, whose irreverence adds fresh energy to the story. Cast anecdotes, from on-set camaraderie to brushes with royalty, highlight the balance between grandeur and playfulness that keeps Downton alive.—Experience Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale now playing in theaters. Get tickets at DowntonAbbey.com.See Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale + one more film at AMC Theatres to start earning rewards. Watch all 5 for a chance at the Ultimate Cinephile Experience—an invite to 2 Focus Features Film Premieres around the world.https://www.amctheatres.com/giveaway/Ultimate-Focus-Features-Experience See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Downton: Changing of the Guard 16.09.2025 25min

  As Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale ushers in a new era, the cast reflects on how shifting roles, generational change and evolving traditions redefine life both upstairs and downstairs at the estate.This episode explores how the final film marks a turning point both upstairs and downstairs. Lesley Nicol shares Mrs. Patmore’s surprising late-in-life transformation, while Jim Carter reflects on Carson’s reluctant retirement and the passing of responsibility to Michael Fox’s Andy Parker, who embodies the delicate balance of honoring tradition while embracing the future. Additional cast including Joanne Froggatt, Hugh Bonneville, Elizabeth McGovern and Michelle Dockery, highlight how evolving gender roles and generational shifts shape the Crawleys’ world. Ultimately, the episode captures the emotional tension of letting go of the past to make room for what’s ahead.—Experience Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale now playing in theaters. Get tickets at DowntonAbbey.com.See Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale + one more film at AMC Theatres to start earning rewards. Watch all 5 for a chance at the Ultimate Cinephile Experience—an invite to 2 Focus Features Film Premieres around the world.https://www.amctheatres.com/giveaway/Ultimate-Focus-Features-Experience See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Beyond the Castle: World-Building at Downton 09.09.2025 26min

  As The Grand Finale arrives in theaters, the cast and the creative team reveal how the elegant costumes and painstakingly detailed sets help make Downton Abbey’s world feel as rich and lived-in as history itself.This episode pulls back the curtain on the craftsmanship that made Downton Abbey a fully realized universe. Costume designer Anna Robbins discusses the evolution of style from Edwardian formality to 1930s glamour, while Production Designer Donal Woods explains how Highclere Castle and meticulously built sets created both grandeur and intimacy. Cast members reflect on how these details deepened their performances, grounding their characters in a believable world. Together, these creative elements demonstrate why Downton’s immersive atmosphere became as iconic as the Crawleys themselves.—Experience Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale now playing in theaters. Get tickets at DowntonAbbey.com.See Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale + one more film at AMC Theatres to start earning rewards. Watch all 5 for a chance at the Ultimate Cinephile Experience—an invite to 2 Focus Features Film Premieres around the world.https://www.amctheatres.com/giveaway/Ultimate-Focus-Features-Experience See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  The Beginning of the End 02.09.2025 25min

  To celebrate the theatrical release of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, the cast and creators reflect on the show’s origins, its enduring legacy and the emotional farewells that bring the Crawley family’s journey full circle.In this opening episode, host Jacqueline Coley sets the stage for Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale featuring heartfelt reflections from Hugh Bonneville, Elizabeth McGovern, Michelle Dockery, Joanne Froggatt, and Jim Carter. The episode provides insight into how the final film balances tradition with transformation. From Mary’s scandalous divorce and Robert’s shifting values to Anna’s full-circle journey and Carson’s poignant farewell, the conversations reveal both the evolving world of the Crawleys and the real-life bonds behind the series. Creator Julian Fellowes shares why he returned to write one last chapter, underscoring the timelessness of family, change and resilience. —Experience Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale now playing in theaters. Get tickets at DowntonAbbey.com.See Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale + one more film at AMC Theatres to start earning rewards. Watch all 5 for a chance at the Ultimate Cinephile Experience—an invite to 2 Focus Features Film Premieres around the world.https://www.amctheatres.com/giveaway/Ultimate-Focus-Features-Experience See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Downton Abbey: The Official Podcast Returns 26.08.2025 3min

  Downton Abbey: The Official Podcast returns with special guests Hugh Bonneville, Elizabeth McGovern, Michelle Dockery, Joanne Froggatt, Jim Carter, and more. Available on Focus Features’ YouTube channel and everywhere you get your podcasts September 2nd.—Experience Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale now playing in theaters. Get tickets at DowntonAbbey.com.See Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale + one more film at AMC Theatres to start earning rewards. Watch all 5 for a chance at the Ultimate Cinephile Experience—an invite to 2 Focus Features Film Premieres around the world.https://www.amctheatres.com/giveaway/Ultimate-Focus-Features-Experience See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  The Story of Downton 24.05.2022 36min

  Anita Rani takes us back to the beginning as we explore the story of Downton Abbey with the behind-the-scenes talent that have made it a reality.
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  Below Stairs 18.05.2022 36min

  Anita Rani explores the characters below stairs as we enter a new era where the future of a life in service is uncertain.
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  The New Callers to Downton 10.05.2022 33min

  It’s time to meet the new characters joining us on Downton Abbey: A New Era, and to discuss the impact their arrival will cause.
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  Above Stairs 03.05.2022 44min

  Host Anita Rani interrogates the above stairs cast about their character’s journey and explores their wardrobes with Costume Designer, Anna Mary Scott Robbins.
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  Downton Abbey in Context 26.04.2022 32min

  Anita Rani takes a closer look into the historical, cultural, and societal happenings of 1928 to see what might be affecting life for the inhabitants of Downton.
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  A New Era: Downton Returns 19.04.2022 36min

  Ahead of the latest cinematic installment, Anita Rani returns to Downton with the cast and creators of the show to explore what’s in store as we enter a new era.
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  Phyllis Logan / Mrs. Hughes 12.04.2022 40min

  Host Jacqueline Coley talks to Phyllis Logan about how her character Mrs. Hughes is the bridge between the upstairs and the downstairs, her real-life inspirations for the beloved housekeeper, and the seemingly innocuous relationship with Mr. Carson. And we talk again with Anita, who hosts upcoming episodes that look behind the scenes at the new film Downton Abbey: A New Era, only in theaters this Spring.
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  Laura Carmichael / Lady Edith 05.04.2022 28min

  Host Jacqueline Coley talks to Laura Carmichael about the joy of playing nasty scenes with her television sister, her actor’s “thrill when something horrendous happens,” and how her character Lady Edith finds her voice and ultimately outranks everyone in the family.
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  Allen Leech / Tom Branson 29.03.2022 35min

  Host Jacqueline Coley talks to Allen Leech about how his character Tom Branson creates his own space as an Irishman in a very British world, and the roots of Tom’s controversial relationship with Lady Sybil.
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  Michelle Dockery / Lady Mary 22.03.2022 29min

  Host Jacqueline Coley talks to Michelle Dockery about the development and trajectory of her character Lady Mary, including the great fun of playing a character with a very sharp tongue and an occasional taste for the jugular, and the most scandalous secret of the entire series.
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  Julian Fellowes 15.03.2022 48min

  Host Jacqueline Coley talks to one of Downton Abbey’s creators–Julian Fellowes–about why the world of Downton has connected so deeply with so many people, and reveals the real-life events behind some of the series’ most explosive storylines, starting with the Season 1 sinking of the Titanic.
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  Introducing Downton Abbey: The Official Podcast 10.03.2022 2min

  Introducing Downton Abbey: The Official Podcast a brand new weekly re-watch podcast that is the place to be for the fans of Downton Abbey in all its forms.