Maggie Smith’s Absence ‘Freed Up’ Narrative of New ‘Downton Abbey’ Film, Elizabeth McGovern Says
- Elizabeth McGovern discussed filming Downton Abbey without Maggie Smith, stating that her presence still influences the upcoming film.
- McGovern noted that Smith's character died in Downton Abbey: A New Era, which allowed the narrative to flow more smoothly.
- The film, titled Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, will feature much of the original cast and is set to release on September 12.
- McGovern expressed that Smith remains a significant presence in the atmosphere of the film despite her passing.
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“Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale” keeps alive the presence of the widow countess, according to the interpreter
·Buenos Aires, Argentina
Read Full ArticleElizabeth McGovern (64) spoke in an interview about the final Downton Abbey film, highlighting the influence of her late colleague Maggie Smith (†89). The actress, who impersonated Cora Crawley in the series and subsequent films, explained that Maggie's presence, despite her death in September 2024, was noticeable in every scene of the film. "She is still very strong in the atmosphere," Elizabeth told The Guardian. "It doesn't feel like somethin…
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