Downton Abbey 3: Shocking Casting News Reveals Major Character Won’t Return!

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“The Final Chapter of Downton Abbey Unveils on September 12, 2025”

In this update, we’re sharing some exciting and intriguing news about the grand finale of Downton Abbey. Mark your calendars for September 12, 2025, as the movie will have a theatrical release. However, here’s a piece of surprising news – one significant cast member from the original TV series won’t be making a comeback.

Following the conclusion of Downton Abbey’s season 6, the captivating tale of the aristocratic Crawley family and their devoted servants in early 20th-century England continued through two movies – the first being Downton Abbey in 2019, followed by Downton Abbey: A New Era in 2022. Interestingly, Mary’s husband Henry, portrayed by Matthew Goode, was present in the first movie but was missing from the second.

In the second last episode of “Downton Abbey,” Lady Mary Crawley ties the knot with Henry Talbot, a significant development that took place a few years following the demise of her first husband Matthew Crawley (played by Dan Stevens). The romantic storyline between Mary and Matthew was central to the early part of the series. Since his departure, fans had been speculating about Henry’s potential return for “Downton Abbey 3.” However, in an interview with “Radio Times,” actor Matthew Goode made it clear that his involvement with Downton Abbey has concluded, primarily due to scheduling issues. Read his insights below:

For the second event, I was occupied with The Offer. Moving on, during the third instance, I was engrossed in Department Q. However, I suffered an injury on my knee which required surgery.

It would take several weeks for me to recover from that, making it impossible for me to accomplish it again. In all honesty, he was starting to seem rather spineless. Perhaps this turn of events is for the best.

What This Means For Downton Abbey 3

Mary’s Marriage Will Take A Hit Again

In Downton Abbey: A New Era, it was shown that a movie can thrive without the significant character Henry, who primarily serves as a supporting figure in Mary’s narrative. His absence is subtly addressed through minimal dialogue, but his non-appearance could potentially add tension to the storyline of their marriage. In this new chapter, Mary expresses some annoyance as Henry seems more engrossed in his automobile ventures and racing activities than her. She later turns down a potential affair out of loyalty.

In simpler terms, the storyline could be viewed as portraying a genuine journey of a content marriage, but having Mary and Henry appear happy in the last film might have given fans comfort. Instead, it seems the writers may choose to emphasize the challenges within their marriage, explaining Henry’s absence. More likely, the central plot will revolve around themes like navigating modern times and Mary’s continued management of the estate, rather than her romantic troubles.

Our Take On Matthew Goode Not Returning For Downton Abbey 3

He Should Have Been A Part Of Downton Abbey’s Ending

Matthew Goode feels Henry’s absence is justified as his character lost its intrigue, initially designed to provide a joyful resolution for Mary. Unfortunately, this points to the issue of Downton Abbey prolonging beyond its natural finish. The initial series and movie concluded beautifully with Mary and Henry sharing happiness and professional pursuits, setting them up for future successes. However, with Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, they must create a fulfilling ending once more.

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2025-05-21 20:59