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Straight from the theaters and filled to the brim with must-see bonus features Downton Abbey arrives on digital on November 26, 2019 and Blu-ray and DVD December 17, 2019 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.
DOWNTON ABBEY, the global sensation hailed as “a grand, cinematic experience†(Mike Reyes, Cinemablend) welcomes fans back for a spectacular homecoming on Digital November 26, 2019 and on Blu-ray™, DVD and On Demand on December 17, 2019 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Earning an “A†CinemaScore, the film, which is celebrated by critics as “a true love letter to the fans†(Catalina Combs, Black Girl Nerds), arrives just in time for the holiday season with a broad variety of bonus features, including exclusive conversations with the cast, deleted scenes and a series recap that whisks audiences away to a world of grandeur.
Based on Carnival Films’ Emmy® award-winning television series, the feature DOWNTON ABBEY sees the original cast return, alongside a host of newcomers. The incredible ensemble cast been applauded by critics as “funny and charming as ever†(Caroline Siede, The A.V. Club). The film chronicles the Crawley family one year after the conclusion of the series, as they prepare for the most important moment of their lives: an impending visit from the Royal Family. Join the glitz, glamour and spectacle as the special visit unleashes scandal, romance and intrigue on the fan-favorite family and its staff members. Lauded as “a delight†(Stephanie Zacharek, TIME), the film comes from the series screenwriter and producer Julian Fellowes, and producers Gareth Neame and Liz Trubridge.
The motion picture will also be available in a Deluxe Limited Edition, featuring the Blu-ray Disc, DVD, and Digital Code, presented in exclusive packaging along with a collectible photo book and recipe cards. Available only while supplies last, this special offering is the must-own gift for any Downton Abbey fan or to add to your own collection.
- Deleted Scenes
- Cast Conversations – Exclusive roundtable interviews with the cast.
- Upstairs Cast
- Downstairs Cast
- The Royal Visit – A look at how the royal visit proved to be an ambitious event both on and behind the camera.
- True to the Twenties – Fans of DOWNTON ABBEY are charmed by the sheer grandeur of the aristocracy in the early 20th century. Learn how DOWNTON ABBEY maintains a reputation of being true to the time period.
- Welcome to Downton Abbey – A behind-the-scenes look at the grandeur of Highclere Castle and how it serves as a cornerstone in the Downton Abbey franchise.
- The Brilliance of Julian Fellowes – Writer Julian Fellowes has created a story and beloved characters that resonate with people across the world. This piece celebrates Julian’s brilliant creativity and reveals his approach to bringing Downton Abbey to the big screen.
- Downton Abbey Series Recap* – Whether you’re new or just need a refresher, this series recap will catch you up on the story so far.
- Feature Commentary with Director Michael Engler
*Available only on Blu-ray™ and iTunes
Rating: PG for thematic elements, some suggestive material, and language
Run Time: 2 hours 2 minutes
I will admit I was a Downton Abbey fan BEFORE watching this movie. My husband and I have diligently watched the entire series so we were super excited to see the full motion picture. We were already in love with the characters before but we truly LOVE the full feature film and now we love the characters even more! This time around the Royal family is headed to Downton and the house and all the staff are super excited! Of course the movie would be boring without some scandal and romance thrown in. BY FAR my favorite character is Granny Violet as I had my own Granny Violet in my life until recently. Her wit is unstoppable and she along with the rest of the original cast give us a performance that we all wanted. Downton Abbey arrives on digital on November 26, 2019 and Blu-ray and DVD December 17, 2019 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. A fantastic film to watch this holiday season!