"Downton Abbey" Cast Talks Real Life Royal Family | The View

Actors Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, Laura Carmichael, Jim Carter, Allen Leech discuss their movie.
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[@shack6000]

Downton Abbey is probably one of the best TV series ever!

[@nadaleenatasha]

ElusiveMusicBox I’ve watched twice

[@ScribeOfHeaven]

Tell me something I don't already know!

[@blessedmwsmom]

ElusiveMusicBox No probably about it! It is! I’m not sure why they’d go on the worst talk show though!

[@FatNorthernBigot]

For me, it's Breaking Bad. There's not a lot in common with Downton. 😂

[@ituze0712]

with the best cast

[@jdbrightman]

I don't want a sequel, I or should I say, WE NEED A NEW SEASON! 🙏

[@aprilt1507]

Lord Brightman amen!!

[@jojoandsuri1]

This

[@ailsaquantrill2392]

YESSS

[@vickss9306]

You’re greedy but I love it

[@aedynjakpoetry]

I think what makes this show stand out is the superb casting. Literally we enjoy watching all of them. Cora, Mary, Edith, Barrow, Carson, Mrs. Hughes, Patmore, Anna, the Dowager, Mrs Levinson... so intriguing all of them.

[@raphsherman2209]

Allen Leech is a cutie! Congratulations on your marriage and your new family!

[@02Nawal]

Raph Sherman I was searching for his balls and couldn't see any

[@lalala4ever]

Isn't he just!

[@pondpunya4791]

OMG CARSON AND UMBRIDGE ARE MARRIED IRL IM SHOOK

[@mattedwards4806]

So is Edith and Andrew

[@carolina6698]

I just felt the same! O.o

[@jehannethompson1432]

@@mattedwards4806 there dating

[@drew2c659]

Thats exactly what I said!

[@haru3564]

@@mattedwards4806 MY GOD-

[@OTAGROSA]

Fantastic performance by the actress who plays Edith in Downton Abbey The truth was one of my favorites in the series, I experienced all her sufferings, her failures and in the end her flowering, because she conveyed it in such a real way. Congratulations!!!

[@drew2c659]

I just finished watching downton abbey for the very forst tims and Im about to watch the movie. HANDS DOWN, one of the absolute best shows I have ever seen.

[@malovina]

💜

[@cherrimullins9632]

Bring back Downton Abbey,we loved every minute!!!

[@BecomingDrea]

Omg!!! I hope they have a sequel. This movie was everything!

[@aprilt1507]

Becoming Drea it really was!!

[@sammier.6125]

I know! I really wanna see what happens with Thomas 😁😁

[@janewillis6052]

All the series were better than the film, don't get me wrong, the film was great but so much more so if you've seen all the series too, as I have

[@alvyandana]

your wish comes true!

[@priyanktiwari5152]

Yeah India is eagerly waiting for it. I wil say it again n again, this movie is a blessing

[@kalahking1221]

I thought abbey was ....

[@shubhuful]

And a long wait for 2nd movie 😢

[@GreatWhiteGT]

If they make a sequel to the movie I would like to see Downton tackle WW-II. (They would have to age everyone a bit, but make-up wizards can work wonders.)

[@Jakeylicious7891]

That would literally be the end of Downton as a series. The kids would be all grown up, and some main characters would probably be dead or literally be 100+++ years old like Lady Violet. And introducing grown-up kids, would either prove jarring or confusing to a film that has A LOT of major and side characters, wherein they'd have to tackle a part of history dealt in 6 years from 1939 until the end of WW2 in 1945 in a 2-hour film format. I don't think a one hour film could cover all of that unless they make a 2-part film circling the entirety of what WW2 brought to the UK as a literal end to an ERA.

[@neobe195]

I would say that Carson, Lady Grantham the Dowager Countess, Mrs Hughes. Would all probably be dead.

[@johnscanlan9335]

I have long argued that they need to do a DA film focusing on the Battle of Britain in which young George grows up to be an RAF pilot and the overall story is about how everyone deals with the monumental changes occurring across British society!

[@wpl6661]

I always saw Downton Abbey as the modern day take on Upstairs Downstairs. If you remember that PBS series from the 70's then you can recognize many similarities.

[@shey2444]

Only Downton is better.

[@keelyguillot4184]

Quite a lot of similarities.

[@gclever3322]

They should do another season of the TV Show

[@kayleighwatson91111]

G Clever were not like the Americans they milk shows for way to long,we know how to end shows on a high.

[@giulia2098]

C'mon now, they should have never cancel the show in the first place.

[@kayleighwatson91111]

Giulia M. Crawley it wasn’t cancelled it just came to an end.

[@giulia2098]

@@kayleighwatson91111 I feel like lady mary and lady edith's marriages storyline has been abruptly cut

[@kayleighwatson91111]

Giulia M. Crawley I’ll admit I didn’t even watch it 🙈I just know how Americans have WAY to many serious in a show,I’m British and feel we end a show without dragging it out.

[@TorontoNeurospicyGirl]

That show could go on forever and I would watch it!

[@renatewest6366]

I am Australian and love Downton Abbey.

[@opheliaaf2457]

JUST let out of the 18:15 showing. Cinema full, applause at the closing credits. A feeling of delight and and true joy was palpable. Downton Abbey on the big screen expanded the 💕 felt for our journey with you on the small screen. Thank you very, very much - all involved. It was great fun! We look forward to the next in a few years. Please, do! 💕 💕 💕

[@wweskywalker]

I’m so surprised they mentioned Indonesia!! I’m from Indonesia and I absolutely LOVE Downtown 🖤

[@adimar9414]

I’m a huge fan of Downtown Abbey from Indonesia 🇮🇩😍😍😍

[@blankiki]

I love English period series and movies. The French period movies too.

[@redpat8832]

Fabulous! Can’t wait for the Sequel!

[@shubhuful]

Happy to hear India mentioned ❤️ My Most Beloved Show Downton I have watched Million times n will continue to do so ❤️

[@yvettemorris7295]

2/22 I just discovered this series and I’m obsessed! I watched alllll 6 seasons and I almost cried when it ended! Hands down one of the best shows on Television!!!’ Bravo! Omg!!!!! There’s a MOVIE!!! There is a GOD!!! Yes!!!!! I’m so happy right now!!!!

[@viviogogo2763]

He sorts of looks like Prof Snape 😁

[@RNM-bu4rj]

Vivio Gogo yessss......older version!

[@annashroff542]

LOVE this tv series...please, we would love some more.

[@maritan3287]

LOVE THIS.. CAN'T WAIT FOR 2

[@hht6676]

Marchioness of Hexham 🤩 Lady Edith looks splendid

[@DestinBeachImages]

We love it because of the great script and amazing writing, prose and dialogue.

[@imawonderful6118]

I miss this show & them.. 😭😭💗💗

[@alix743]

Watching in Sep 2021 during Covid-19. Anybody is here?

[@alissam5302]

Hugh skipped the wooly jumper but not his red lippie

[@stephanieellis5399]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 That Graham Norton interview was hysterical!!!

[@ewerton2197]

AHAOHDIJADK

[@punkypappa1381]

Ohhhh, that is so good!!!!

[@donnalthood3102]

Alissa....(Graham Norton fan) That is one of the funniest things I have ever heard! Thanks! Late to the party, I guess!

[@zaccamden5016]

I keep going back to it and might purchase a DVD (!) for when the streaming services no longer carry it

[@carolkear3122]

I saw the movie (DONTON Abbey a new era) I hope that it will continue, Because it felt like there was a beautiful life after the movie. There was too many things left out that needed to finish the show! So please please continue the show!

[@jasprerph]

Love Joy ! when she locks her lips with a key... LOL... Allen ... so adorable when he says I cannot wait to be a dad !!!

[@juliahorsman6721]

Downtown Abbey is awesome and fantastic cast.

[@jasnaoklobdzija4260]

I adore them From first moment I saw them!!!

[@patriciamaria7217]

Amo esta serie ❤️❤️❤️

[@malgorzatachrobak9676]

The best series I've watched. 👌

[@vickibedford9581]

Love this show

[@nanak2899]

Love Downton Abbey!❤

[@wonderlizz]

Loved the movie!!

[@kevinmoreno5682]

Bellissima serie🥰

[@keziasakaguchi5534]

Sou a única brasileira que assiste Downton Abby!!!! Que série boa ❤️

[@nalandafreitas7758]

Não! Não mesmo!!! Terminei de assistir a série e o filme e quero mais!!!😍

[@alffuergregor]

Laura Carmichael always wears really amazing pieces. She has great style.

[@6startrek]

alffuergregor take a look at the lady dockers Instagram page. Now Michelle Dockery has great style and She’s so beautiful, she would look good wearing a potato sack😊

[@alffuergregor]

@@6startrek yes but Laura Carmichael just has something special with clothes. She wears edgy at the moment fashion before it goes mainstream. I have been watching her for a while.

[@jehannethompson1432]

@@6startrek lol. A potato sack lol. But yeah she has good fashion. But it’s sad bc she barely post as well as Laura she hasn’t posted in a long time

[@drix0404]

The brits are so classy

[@r.22r]

😐

[@nojolie]

No we’re not hahaa

[@nadaleenatasha]

Lmaoooooo ^ shot down!!!!!!

[@davidkariu2330]

Have you been to Birmingham?

[@theoutlook55]

I saw the movie at a sneak peek last week. It's good. It is essentially a long episode of the series, picking up a year or two after the end of season 6. It's worth watching the entire series before seeing a movie. It's not good as a standalone film without all the background that makes you care about the characters' travails.

[@robertospagnoli2984]

Ci manca, abbiamo visto il film. A quando altre stagioni?

[@cheeseppang9483]

okay you say my country "indonesia", here i am downton abbey's fan. The question is will this movie be on cinema here? i am waiting until now

[@justinliong]

Indonesia here also.. unfortunately no, my friend... It won't be released here

[@melissafeds1344]

I wonder if it will b shown in India.🤔

[@theobolt250]

The show is about so much more than family. It's about a world wherein authority, morality, and relations were clear and defined and wherein there was room for change. It is a paradise lost after a fashion. It was a simpeler world. Better to understand and to deal with.

[@Starsnotdiamonds]

No it was not a simpler world. It was a very very harsh and unkind world. Even for the Crawley family.

[@pdgf]

Imelda is an amazing actress. Didnt know they were married. Love her in Vera Drake.

[@Julia-zz8cw]

Give me whole season! Not only a film... I beg you. 😭🤣

[@MTknitter22]

It would be awesome if we had a looker like Michelle as a member of the RF! She is SO elegant !!!

[@carolynmurphy3697]

I've only just watched it all now on netflix boxset

[@eliasnjetski1146]

I have not seen any Downtown Film yet. I would like to watch both films, the second at the cinema.

[@deej19142]

Next up on the sequel: The great depression & WWII I can't wait!

[@Zephyrdoll]

1:52 The nostalgia is for the diction. People used a more refined sort of language.

[@rubenchsl]

Yesss Indonesiaaa wants downton!!!!

[@aafiyahamidah4685]

Tayang di bioskop sini ga, bang?

[@arieslaiman]

Yay

[@rubenchsl]

@@aafiyahamidah4685 engga deh kayanya :"

[@alvaromano]

Rubén Christian OMG yes Indonesia wants Downton!

[@adichhh]

Emang series nya beneran ngetop di indo ya ?

[@brendajones4567]

I love Carson !!!

[@JC-dz3kv]

Hugh Bonneville lookin’ like a straight up daddy again!

[@nicklubrino2606]

Although all the actresses are good, I LOVE Michelle Dockery’s acting.

[@paulacorreal1675]

Finally, I can actually say this is the first time I have enjoyed a segment of The View. All others … not so much. Wonderful story, Downtown Abby, all the cast in addition to Writer, Julian Fellowes absolute perfection.

[@paoladiamante]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@joleenleroux5279]

This interview by the view is probably the best interview on the view. Refreshing to see no viciousness, dehuminising, left wing radical. My advice is that the view should focus on this type of interviews and leave political debate to those that can do it justice.

[@dinoalmirall690]

congratulations to be married 35 years, a man and women of compromising.

[@MyraMyQueen]

Umbridge is married to Carson🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@janewillis6052]

Jim Carter is married to Imelda Staunton, has been for years in fact

[@LordIstar]

At least two more movies and a new series in 10.

[@ly9386]

There filming the next movie right next to my house!!!

[@lauraleecreations3217]

❤❤❤❤

[@nuray9077]

Love the show.... Carson is the best🌼

[@msgoody2shoes959]

The cast looked a bit shocked at the end, maybe bc the interview only lasted 5 minutes?

[@msgoody2shoes959]

If you're gonna have the WHOLE CAST ON, MAYBE GIVE THEM MORE THAN 5 MIN?!?!

[@TheJanet4321]

Yes, I think in the UK the interviews are longer. I know they are in town making many press stops, but as you said, make it worth their while to come all the way to the studio!

[@stephjovi]

Wow how 100 so his mum would almost remember the time the movie is set in

[@jessejones5985]

Abbey has been really over doing the bronzer lately

[@jojoandsuri1]

Abbey?

[@jessejones5985]

@@jojoandsuri1 I meant Abby as in Abby Huntsman lol

[@jojoandsuri1]

@@jessejones5985 who is that? Not a cast member

[@jessejones5985]

@@jojoandsuri1 She is one of the hosts of The View, the younger one interviewing them.

[@StephanieBogart]

My young daughter was listening to the show in the background while I was watching and she asked “Why do the Americans sound British?” I said “Proper English dear. They spoke proper English back then.”

[@Starsnotdiamonds]

We still do ;)

[@pegaga1618]

....in Malaysiaaaa

[@ErumDesigns21]

Immaculately played, fantastic characters, thoroughly enjoyed Downton Abbey!! Well done guys!

[@ayaa.1351]

Why are American interviews avoiding Rob James Collier.

[@MTknitter22]

Aya A. They DON’T anymore than they ignore Joanna Froggatt & Brendon Coyle!! And everybody adores them. The main interviews are done by the PRINCIPALS.

[@manolitarosales4242]

Please bring back Dan Stevens in the movie. He is really the best actor as Mathew Crawley.

[@mateuszkunda9400]

How can he be brought back? Unfortunately his character cannot be revived and it's heartbreaking for the whole story

[@amywhitaker7256]

England has shaped most of the world history for good or bad. It is good to see what motivated them. Service and I assume before this period in world history were slaves. Slavery isnt just an ethnic thing. People were separated by class and status. Daisy and Mosely had very little education but they were proved to be intelligent

[@tessat9734]

Hello, I am from Indonesia, I live in Jakarta now I have more understanding about British aristocratic life How the aristocratic title and estate pass to male heir only

[@peteparadis1619]

Tessa T Like Japan, #1 son gets it all

[@tessat9734]

@@peteparadis1619 I see

[@i.wyvernortham]

@Quaker 2019 No, that is incorrect. The law that was passed just before Prince George's birth was the abolition of male preference primogeniture in terms of succession to the British throne. Now it goes eldest child to eldest child and in order of age between siblings, hence why Princess Charlotte is ahead of Prince Louis in the Line of Succession despite being female. It's important to note though that this law wasn't made retrospectively so all those who were born before the law came into place are still under old rules - for example, The Princess Royal is still behind all 3 of her brothers in the line of succession despite being older than 2 of them and Lady Louise is still behind her brother despite being 4 years older. But the law wasn't changed regarding titles though. They are still inherited eldest son to eldest son. Although some lower/subsidary titles can be inherited by women, most can only be held by males. Regardless of birth order, titles and estates are favoured by the eldest son. If there is no son though, the title passes to the closest male blood relative BUT the eldest daughter of the previous holder can inherit the land and money. If the previous holder had no children at all, the title and estate, along with all the money that estate held, goes to the closest male blood relative. It's not very fair to women but all things come in time and one day things will all be fair between genders. I hope this explained your misconception clearly.

[@i.wyvernortham]

@Quaker 2019 no, I do not think everyone is stupid, there is no need to be so rude. I was simply stating facts there and correcting a common misconception. I didn't mean to appear rude or offend you, and I sincerely apologise if I have. Good day to you.

[@davidthaler7018]

The talked about Jim and Imelda as a couple, but not about Laura and MIchael Fox? Fox plays footman Andy on DA; he and Laura Carmichael are romantically involved.

[@jojoandsuri1]

Omg I didn't know they were together

[@i.wyvernortham]

Pretty sure Laura and Michael are married now.

[@lemonlemon7272]

What? I didn't know Carson got married to umbridge

[@snowthw]

one of my most beloved character with my most hated character are together??!!!!!

[@hadiyazid]

Just watched it yesterday. It wasn't really good as the drama but I think Fellowes just gave what the fans wanted.

[@kmr9347]

Abdul Hadi Yazid If you were a REAL fan of Downton Abbey you would have loved EVERY minute if it. Were you JUST watching it so you could compare the two ??

[@hadiyazid]

@@kmr9347 I am a Downton follower and I was very glad they made the movie but the storyline is a bit dull in my opinion (not that I am in the film business though). I was only thrilled to see Emelda and Maggie in the same scenes since HP and seeing Edith and Marry became more friendly to each other despite past rivalry. What I meant to say - rather than causing the fans feel unsatisfied, Fellowes and rest of his team just gave what most of the fans wanted.

[@kmr9347]

Abdul Hadi Yazid. I guess as with anything, in this case Downton Abbey, there seems to eventually come the big "let down" for some. I watched in Awe as a Loyal Fan and would have loved anything Fellows threw my way. For some I guess, as the characters grow in their parts, they move away from the people and storylines we FIRST fell in love with at the beginning and for some, the change might be hard to understand. The movie for me, leaves open the possibility for a squeal and I will move thru their next "growth spurt" with the same anticipation as I did with the very first eposide.

[@hadiyazid]

@@kmr9347 I acknowledged that. Trust me, I am glad if they want to throw in another Downton movies or even season 7. Finger's crossed!

[@kmr9347]

Abdul Hadi Yazid Fingers crossed on BOTH hands !!! lol. Nice chatting with you and Hi from 😎🌴 (FL)

[@H3nry488]

Those glasses though....

[@carstenhansen5757]

The movie was a bit over the top. Too nice, like the last episode of the series, trying to wrap it all up.

[@its_msk]

Hugh looks a bit put out sitting there. I wonder why.. maybe because he was hardly asked anything. He is such a delightful guy. They kind of missed out not talking to him much.

[@msgoody2shoes959]

I think at the end they all look shocked at just the 5 min of interview time.

[@elaineduncanson6652]

Although I have followed the Royals all my life I would hesitate to support a production that is based on private moments of recently deceased people. I love history and biography but steer clear of gossip.

[@c.a.macrae3519]

Love Downton Abbey, then you will love C.A MacRae's Gemini Complex, The Cabal: After the final demise of the Cathars at Chateau Mount Montségur in the south of France in 1244, a heroic rescue by a Knights Templar took place. Six hundred and fifty-three years later a murder and spate of suspicious deaths of the clergy become linked in the south of France. Flo’s first day (10th November 1918) at Chandringham doesn’t work out quite how she imagined. A bright but humble farm girl finds herself thrust into the upper echelons of society. Rather than being trained in the everyday tasks of a maid, she’s told she needs to leave her old life behind and immerse herself in the life of the aristocracy, as Lady Mary Tavistock. Her world is turned upside down, Flo realises she’s not the person she’s always thought she was and to make matters worse she finds out her life is endangered. In order to make sense of who she really is and what her purpose in life is, she’s sent to Switzerland to meet others of her kind. the first book of a trilogy. It's going to be released later this year.

[@Ptr-NG]

When you notice americans do not really speak English :)

[@monseboomt]

Hahahahaha

[@karenling2106]

dowton abbbey in theatres tomorrow

[@TheJanet4321]

So true. : )

[@Wizardofgosz]

American here. Some don't. I speak the Queen's.

[@H3nry488]

When you notice americans...

[@shey2444]

With all its popularity, the powers to be still axed Downton. And yet ghastly soaps like Eastenders carry on for decades. Not to mention awful reality programmes like BB, TOWIE, Love Island. Everytime i watch Downton I get out my fine china and cutlery, dress the table properly etc. It just raises everyones standards. Plus they actually speak proper English on the show, and I dont mean just accents.

[@MikeA15206]

Wow, this show is actually tolerable when Megan McCain isn't on it.

[@yashivuvbolshomdomenakholm8274]

Congrats to Allen Leech on becoming a father. But "The View" sucks.

[@blessedmwsmom]

Sojouner35 I absolutely HATE The View! But LOVE Downton Abbey!

[@YaraPNdeSa]

My favorite TV series ever! On my least favorite TV show, lghs.

[@jena6587]

Love this, but doesn’t Jim look like Snape in 50 years?? 😳 no wonder Imelda married him! 😂😂😂😂

[@jojoandsuri1]

Stop insulting jim thanks

[@DylanRomanov]

50 years? He doesn’t look over 100....

[@ronron1402]

Love the cast...hated it had to be on The View...

[@jusletursoulglobaby]

Letti... you need to get back on Good Behavior and dump Downtown Abby

[@6startrek]

Soul Glow I love her in both characters. She’s an amazing actress.

[@jehannethompson1432]

No! She’s my lady Mary lol. But Good Behaviour is good too tho

[@yazarc4598]

Is Hugh wearing lipstick? Maybe he was eating pistachios......

[@aprilrawls8929]

Jackson Burdo lol...everyone comments about his lips in every interview.

[@jojoandsuri1]

I think he naturally has very pink lips

[@Amir-gc8re]

@@jojoandsuri1 Please, it's a LIPPY

[@stephanieellis5399]

Watch the Graham Norton episode interviewing the cast of Monuments Men. They touch on it and you will be in stitches the whole time. I was crying I laughed so hard.

[@mydesire198]

Abby is orange 😂

[@mrs.sherry]

Personally I would like to see another upper class fall for Tom Branson and get married. That character deserves a happy ending.

[@mohitkondur6832]

Is Hugh wearing lipstick??

[@jessicamclune5533]

Why is Robert wearing lipstick?