SummaryThe Crawley family and their staff enter the 1930s. When Mary finds herself at the center of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble, the entire household grapples with the threat of social disgrace. The Crawleys must embrace change as the staff prepares for a new chapter with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the fut... Read More
Directed By:Simon Curtis
Written By:Julian Fellowes
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale
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Generally Favorable
66
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
65% Positive
20 Reviews
20 Reviews
35% Mixed
11 Reviews
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Sep 11, 2025
88
The stakes in the film are high enough for some plot, but low enough to maintain healthy blood pressure. There is a delicious lack of exposition — and plenty of inside jokes for the true fans.
Sep 5, 2025
80
Despite the nostalgic glow that prettily coddles the film, there is a delectably unsubtle passing-the-baton theme that runs through the richly populated affair.
User score
Generally Favorable
67% Positive
18 Ratings
18 Ratings
30% Mixed
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8 Ratings
4% Negative
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Sep 12, 2025
10
Great ending to the Downton series with some superb performances- sad to see it ended
Sep 24, 2025
8
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale is precisely that, a joyful celebration of the characters who've been part of our lives for the past fourteen years. Funny, nostalgic and sentimental, it’s a perfect farewell to the franchise. Recommended. detroitcineaste
Sep 11, 2025
75
“The Grand Finale” is pure, uncut “Downton,” but one where screenwriter Julian Fellowes finally seems at peace with not trying to cram in every character into every scene.
Sep 3, 2025
70
This Finale is basically one giant victory lap that takes the Crawley family and their employees into 1930 and beyond — as Cole Porter once wrote, “it’s fun/it’s fresh/it’s post-/depresh.”
Oct 3, 2025
60
It would be unfair to claim this closing film concludes on a whimper. But neither is it quite the grand finale the title would have us believe. More like a pleasant stroll with characters you know and love.
Sep 3, 2025
60
It’s not a peak for the doughty franchise so much as a reverential goodbye. Jollity is also served, when it’s not straining for misplaced importance.
Sep 3, 2025
40
The film, written by Julian Fellowes on autopilot and directed by Simon Curtis (in a trance?), climaxes with a scene that is simultaneously grossly saccharine and deeply cynical.
Sep 12, 2025
8
Sure it may be a bit overstuffed and maybe a little overly long, but it is full of heart and love and send the characters off loving style. The sets and costumes are glorious and the acting is top notch. A fitting way to end this generation of Downton.
Sep 12, 2025
8
"Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale" is an enjoyable, meaningful, (mostly) sharply-scripted farewell to the beloved series.
Feb 18, 2026
7
This film has a tissue-thin plot and is essentially a farewell to the fans from a beloved period franchise. They packed it with as many characters from the TV series and films as they could, finding small exchanges that would give them a few seconds of screen time. It is the very definition of a comfort show, and a great respite from the tensions of the modern world.
Sep 21, 2025
7
The Crawleys and their staff are back for a final wrap-up of the franchise. All the primary characters have returned to their privileged life, when scandal erupts. In addition, financial issues threaten their heritage. This is basically more of the same from creator Julian Fellowes: challenges met with grace, smart dialogue, interesting character development and lovely visuals. It’s like settling into an old estate, musty memories and all. The returning cast continues their appeal with a few new characters for spice. Fans of the show will find this a well-done, expected finale with everyone happy.
Production Company:
- Focus Features
- Carnival Film & Television
Release Date:Sep 12, 2025
Duration:2 h 3 m
Rating:PG
Tagline:The time has come to say goodbye.
Awards
Golden Tomato Awards (Rotten Tomatoes)
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
AARP Movies for Grownups Awards
• 1 Nomination
Costume Designers Guild Awards
• 1 Nomination
