The season 3 finale of Downton Abbey provided an emotional shock for the show’s American audience, but the episode’s record ratings gave PBS a much happier jolt.
The Christmas special of Downton Abbey‘s third series left viewers with dropped jaws and many questions about the direction the show would take going forward. Executive producer Gareth Neame recently discussed Downton‘s attitude toward upcoming changes.
PBS president Paula Kerger discussed the advantages and disadvantages of synchronizing Downton Abbey‘s air dates with the show’s U.K. premiere, and the immediate future of a Crawley matriarch has been settled.
Several stills have surfaced online from Downton Abbey‘s upcoming Christmas special, featuring a distinct change of setting for characters both upstairs and downstairs. Potential spoilers ahead!
Great news, Downton Abbey fans! ITV has ordered a fourth series of the hit British costume drama, bringing the Crawley family back into our homes and hearts in autumn 2013.
After over a month of rumours, leaks, and reactions it looks like the fears of Downton Abbey fans have been confirmed. Dame Maggie Smith has reportedly handed in her resignation from the British period drama.